Covenant HealthCare College of Medicine at Central Michigan University

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day!

Today, we celebrate the contributions and achievements of American workers and recognize the important role they play in our communities.

A special thank-you to everyone working today. We appreciate all you do, even on a holiday.

Whether you're working, spending time with family and friends or simply enjoying a well-deserved break, we wish you a relaxing and healthy Labor Day.

09/03/2026

September is Women in Medicine Month. Explore the people and events that helped change medicine.

Every milestone in medicine has a story behind it.

This Women in Medicine Month, explore a timeline of landmark moments, courageous pioneers, and historic achievements that helped advance opportunities for women in medicine and shape the profession we know today.

Explore the AAMCNews timeline: https://www.aamc.org/news/brief-timeline-women-medicine

09/02/2026

Wellness is kicking off the year strong!

M1 and M2 students stepped away from the books and into a little friendly fitness time. Because taking care of yourself is an important part of taking care of others — and sometimes, a workout is just what you need to recharge.

Here’s to a healthy, active year ahead.

Thank you to MP Fit Club & Studio for hosting.

08/28/2026

Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 Hearts and Paddles Pickleball Tournament! While the weather may not have been perfect, it didn’t dampen the enthusiasm or fun. Thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, donated and cheered on the teams. Together, you made it a fun event for a worthy cause.

Pulse3 Endowment for Community Cardiovascular Health

08/26/2026

The photos are here! Celebrate the Covenant HealthCare College of Medicine at Central Michigan University Class of 2030 as they officially began their journey in medicine at the White Coat Ceremony on Aug. 14. Browse the album and relive the special moments.

08/24/2026

“Because the purpose of this education was never to make you better than others. It was to make you better for others.”

What a meaningful message for the Class of 2030.

Kristen Carrillo-Kappus, M.D., a 2020 graduate of the Covenant HealthCare College of Medicine at Central Michigan University, returned to campus as our White Coat Ceremony keynote speaker.

Dr. Carrillo-Kappus reminded our newest medical students that their journey will not always go as planned, but those who continue learning, remain humble and remember their purpose will be prepared to meet the challenges ahead.

Thank you, Dr. Carrillo-Kappus, for returning to your alma mater and sharing your wisdom with the next generation of physicians.

Learn more about Dr. Kristen Carrillo-Kappus in this Alumni Spotlight. https://www.cmich.edu/news/details/from-cmu-to-duke-back-to-mt-pleasant

Watch the Class of 2030 White Coat Ceremony at https://chipcast.hosted.panopto.com/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=9120a492-8fec-4e0e-8e46-b447014ea733

Pictured are Kristen Carrillo-Kappus, M.D., and Alex Kappus.

08/21/2026

The White Coat Ceremony, celebrated on Aug. 14, may have been the highlight of the final day of Orientation Week, but the celebration continued at our college open house.

Students, family members, friends and guests gathered to congratulate our newest medical students, offer words of encouragement and celebrate this important milestone. It was also a wonderful opportunity for families and friends to meet one another and become part of the community supporting the Class of 2030.

08/19/2026

Congratulations to Jillian Draaisma, medical student at the Covenant HealthCare College of Medicine at Central Michigan University, on being awarded the Pulse3 Great Lakes Bay Cardiovascular Research Scholarship.

Did you know that Hearts and Paddles supports community cardiovascular wellness initiatives in our region? Meet our newest Pulse3 scholarship recipient!

Jillian Draaisma is a first-year medical student at Covenant HealthCare College of Medicine at Central Michigan University . Jillian has a strong interest in cerebrovascular disease management and treatment. Additionally, she is passionate about education and has served as a mentor, tutor, teaching assistant, and study group leader in her time leading up to medical school. As this year's recipient of the Pulse3 Great Lakes Bay Cardiovascular Research Award, Jillian is spending her summer researching translational stroke treatment methods that may eventually transform stroke care in our region and beyond!

08/18/2026

08/17/2026

During orientation week, the Covenant HealthCare College of Medicine at Central Michigan University paused to remember Jack Furnari, a member of the college’s inaugural class who left a lasting impact on those around him.

The Jack Furnari Memorial Leadership Award honors Jack’s legacy by recognizing incoming medical students who demonstrate the compassion, character and values he embodied. Recipients are selected through an essay contest and receive a new stethoscope engraved with “Be COMpassionate” — a lasting reminder of the way Jack lived his life and approached his medical career.

Congratulations to the Class of 2030 recipients:

Rima Abdulrahman
Elise Ingalla
Gavin Raab

Their thoughtful essays left a lasting impression and reflect the qualities that make this tradition so meaningful.

We are honored to celebrate these students and continue Jack’s legacy as they begin their journey toward becoming physicians.

Pictured, left to right, in the large group photo are: Julien Rossignol, Ph.D.; Sarah Yonder, M.D.; award recipients Elise Ingalla, Rima Abdulrahman and Gavin Raab; Tina Jerue, Jack's mother; Tracey Miret; and Harold Bell, Ph.D.