Meeting of STFM Collaborative Chairs and Board of Directors
Saturday, May 4; 5-6 pm
At this meeting, Group Chairs will meet their STFM Board Liaisons to learn about STFM
programs and resources available to STFM Collaboratives and get answers to any questions
you might have. STFM Annual Poetry and Prose Contest and Reading

STFM Annual Poetry and Prose Contest and Reading
Saturday, May 4; 6:45–8 pm
The STFM Ethics and Humanities Collaborative is excited to announce the 2024 STFM Annual Poetry
and Prose Contest. The theme of this year's contest is "Cradle to the Grave: Family Medicine Narratives, Musings, and Tapestries."

Entries are limited to one entry per category.  The three submission categories are:
●  Prose—can be in the form of a story, narrative, or essay and should be limited to 1000 words.
●  Poetry—can be in any form 
●  Other short writing—can include 55 word stories, haiku, 7-word stories, or cartoons with captions.

First and second place will be awarded for each category. The first and the second place prize in each
category is $50 each. Winning pieces will be on display at the STFM Annual Spring Conference and awardees will have the opportunity to read their works at the Annual Poetry and Prose Reading.  A congratulatory letter will be sent to their Chair and/or Dean. Entries are due February 2. Winners to be announced prior to the Annual Spring Conference. Learn how to submit at www.stfm.org/poetryandprosecontest.

STFM Collaboratives and Special Project Teams Meetings

STFM Collaboratives and Special Project Teams will have several opportunities to meet at the 2024 Annual Spring Conference. These meetings are open to all members who would like to get involved. A signup sheet will be sent out to Collaboratives in early January to select meeting options.  A final list of meetings with dates/times will be provided on the STFM Website and in the conference mobile app. Contact tbrazelton@stfm.org if you have questions.

2024 STFM Awards Program and Welcome Reception –
Celebrating Our Shining Stars
Sunday, May 5; 3:30-5 pm

Gather your friends and colleagues and join us for a celebration of STFM members who exemplify the very best in our discipline. We will honor their contributions to family medicine education and recognize the positive difference they have made in the lives of their learners, colleagues, and patients, as well as the communities in which they live and serve. Come participate in the fun, energy, and music—you are sure to be moved by the creativity and commitment of the awardees. Our conference Welcome Reception with our conference partners immediately follows to keep the celebration going. STFM Collaboratives and Special Project Teams Meetings STFM Collaboratives and Special Project Teams will have several opportunities to meet at the 2024 Annual Spring Conference. These meetings are open to all members who would like to get involved. A signup sheet will be sent out to Collaboratives in early January to select meeting options.  A final list of meetings with dates/times will be provided on the STFM Website and in the conference mobile app. Contact tbrazelton@stfm.org if you have questions.

Community Outreach Activity with Water Drop LA
May 5- 7

STFM will be working with Water Drop LA to assemble care packages on-site at the STFM Annual Spring Conference. We have put together a wishlist. You can bring these items with you or purchase them through the Amazon wishlist.

A room will be available at the conference hotels for attendees to help assemble the care packages during refreshment breaks. Representatives from Water Drop LA will also be on-site to share more about the organization.

Sunday, May 5
9:50–10:50 am
12–1:45 pm

Monday, May 6
10:15–11:15 am
12:45–1:45 pm

Tuesday, May 7
9:50–10:50 am
2:45–3:15 pm

Water Drop LA is a 100% volunteer-run community organization whose mission is to provide clean water and other necessities to communities facing water inaccessibility. By distributing 2,000+ gallons of water to Skid Row each week and by providing water to our partner organizations across Southern California, Water Drop aims to support existing organizers and to meet the immediate needs of the community.

STFM Foundation Marathonaki Fun Run/Walk
Monday, May 6; 6:15-7:15 am

Socialize with colleagues, get some exercise, and raise money for the STFM Foundation at the STFM Foundation Marathonaki Run/Walk.  We suggest a $50 tax deductible donation, which includes a t-shirt. However, you are not required to donate to participate.

STFM Foundation “MediPalooza”
Monday, May 6; 7:30-11 pm

Socialize and network with new and old friends, play games, learn new dance moves, and listen to
great music from all generations. Be prepared to make song requests and sing and dance with The
Killer Dueling Pianos who will be performing your favorite tunes. —this is an event you won’t forget! To learn more and to purchase a Bronze sponsorship (10 tickets) or Individual tickets, click here.

New Faculty Scholars Presentations (Powered by the STFM Foundation)
Designed to be a catalyst for developing future STFM and academic family medicine leaders. The New
Faculty Scholars program provides one year of coaching, learning, and networking opportunities both
with senior leadership and other new faculty. Program funded by STFM Foundation. For more about
the program go to this link. To view these scholars’ presentations, use the track designation (NFS)
when you search for sessions online.

Wellness Afternoon– Optional Activities TBA
Monday, May 6; 12:45 pm