Latest Updates:

July 30, 2012: The first year medical students had their first day of class today! We're looking forward to connecting with them soon at the activities fair (August 2, 2012). Don't forget to check out the calendar for all our events.

July 31, 2012: Check out some videos and pictures from our March 2012 trip to Guatemala! Click on the Mission Trips tab above and go to Guatemala 2012.

Who we are:

In 2002 several first year medical students formed the University of Kansas Medical Center International Outreach organization in response to our shared interest in international health. Students at the University of Kansas School of Medicine have an opportunity to work with the underserved at JayDoc Free Clinic. KUMCIO gives some of those students the opportunity to work with the underserved internationally. The same mission, but on a different frontier.

Mission:

We, the students, alumni and faculty of KUMC, are committed to offering health care to the citizens of the world, without regard to race, color, creed, gender or sexual orientation. In our efforts to do hands-on good in the world, we will strive to learn from other cultures, educate underprivileged citizens of the world, and help sustain a standard of health care in targeted regions. This will be a solely humanitarian organization with no religious or political affiliations.

Where we get our funding:

Our funding is derived from KUMC student organization funds, donations from private individuals and revenue generated through fundraising events. Our sincerest thanks to all of our donors over the years! Check under the Fundraising tab for the latest list of donors to our mission.

Updated: July 30, 2012

KUMC is a tax exempt organization under section 115(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions to our organization are tax deductible by the donor under section 170 of the Code. All views expressed on these pages are not necessarily the views of the University of Kansas.