04/03/2026
This week we’re proud to spotlight the exceptional work of the MAPS chapter at Carleton College!
Members took part in an intensive Emergency Response Simulation workshop titled “Care During the First 5 Minutes of a Trauma.” Led by “Doc.” Walt and “Doc.” Jess from the Mayo Clinic, the session gave students a realistic, hands‑on introduction to immediate trauma care. Participants practiced critical techniques including hemorrhage control, airway management, and rapid patient assessment, and learned how to prioritize interventions when seconds count. The instructors emphasized teamwork and clear communication under pressure, using scenario‑based drills to help students develop decision‑making skills and calm, efficient responses in high‑stress situations.
Beyond clinical skills, the chapter strengthened academic and social connections on campus by hosting a STEM faculty mixer that brought students face-to-face with professors across Biology, Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Chemistry, and Psychology. The event provided an informal forum to ask questions about coursework, research opportunities, and career paths, and helped students build mentoring relationships with faculty members.
To balance intense learning with community building, the chapter also organized a game night that gave members a chance to relax, recharge, and connect outside the classroom. The mix of rigorous training, faculty engagement, and social programming reflects MAPS Carleton’s holistic approach to professional development: preparing students clinically, academically, and personally for future roles in medicine and allied fields.
Thank you, Carleton MAPS, for your commitment to hands‑on learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and supportive community. Your efforts are shaping compassionate future clinicians.
