Stories

An endowed gift from Samuel Ho, M76, amplifies training and resources for students dedicated to underserved communities.

"Becoming a doctor is a goal I've had for an incredibly long time, so nothing would have prevented me from accomplishing it. But the scholarship has definitely taken a load off my shoulders and allowed me to lead with my passion for primary care."

"One of the reasons I went into medicine is that human connection. As a doctor, I want to have both the answers and also the will to help."

Speed runs, power hits, and team techniques are the bailiwick of top field hockey players, and Tess Jasinski, A09, M14, delivers on all counts.

They are a family of Jumbos: Holly Puritz, J79, M83, her husband, Stephen Wohlgemuth, M83, his brother Mark, M78, and their father Paul, M49.

Feeling a debt of gratitude to the medical school that launched his career as well as his identity, Levitsky decided to step up his support of Tufts University School of Medicine.

For three decades, trustee emerita and Board of Advisors chair for the School of Medicine JoAnn Giffuni Wellner, J63, has been deeply engaged with Tufts. Now she’s extending her impact with a flexible $1.5 million gift.

"Time management and staying organized have been critical components for balancing my academic and social responsibilities. The work-life balance isn’t even at every given moment, but there should be a balance over the long haul."

"It will all be ok! It’s easy to get consumed with a bad grade, below average Step score, or poor feedback on a rotation, but at the end of the day, you will still be a doctor (and in the field you want). Just give it your all and do the best you can."