Alpha Epsilon Delta
The Pre-Health Honors Society at the University of Florida
SERVICE
DIVISIONS
AEΔ's service divisions are called A and Z divisions. As an electee, you will be assigned to one A division (15 hours), and one Z division (8 hours). Although you will need to complete the required amount of hours in your assigned division, you are welcome to attend any division's events. Between our eight A/Z divisions, there are a wide variety of events to attend. Read below to learn more about each of our service divisions!
A-DIVISIONS
HEALING ANIMALS
Mission Statement
This division is devoted to promoting the positive impact humans have on animal welfare. We do this by educating others, advocating for conservation, and coordinating service events at local sanctuaries and shelters. Our goal is to help others understand the value domestic animals and wildlife have in our lives and all around us.
Directors: Gina Totero & Suggi Prashanth
Contact Info: healing.animals@ufaed.org
Suggi and Gina love their trips to zoos, aquariums, and overall service organizations.
Paulo and Isabel's favorite parts are giving back to their community and the Children's Table.
HOPE
HEALTH OUTREACH FOR
PROGRESS AND EQUITY
Mission Statement
HOPE seeks to serve a multitude of underserved, underrepresented, and under-appreciated communities within Gainesville and abroad. HOPE’s goal is to provide awareness through education and service as well as an opportunity to learn about and fall in love with the diversity that surrounds us.
Directors: Paulo Nares & Isabel Gomez
Contact Info: hope@ufaed.org
STOP CANCER
Mission Statement
This division focuses on providing relief to those impacted by cancer through a four-pronged approach targeting cancer prevention, psychosocial treatment, support for patients and their caregivers, and related service and education within our community.
Directors: Alyssa Gomez & Samay Patel
Contact Info: stop.cancer@ufaed.org
Alyssa and Samay love volunteering for cancer-related events!
Catie and Marco's favorite event is Baby Gator and they love the ability to give back our next generation.
PEDIATRICS
Mission Statement
This division focuses on engaging with children, especially those living with disabilities or battling chronic illness, in fun and interactive settings including child care facilities, nonprofit organizations, and clinical environments. Our goal is to help children live beyond their circumstances and just be kids.
Directors: Catie Kilker & Marcos Rodriguez-Lapido
Contact Info: pediatrics@ufaed.org
