Student Government

The Davison Council is the student government organization for the Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) program. The Council consists of individuals both elected and appointed to handle matters as they pertain to the entire medical school.

The elected officials consist of an Executive Board, a President from each of the four classes, 4 additional representatives from each class, an MSTP representative, and a PCLT (Primary Care Leadership Track) representative. In addition, the Davison Council has appointed members that serve on committees such as the Admissions Committee, Curriculum Committee, Graduate and Professional Student Council, Institutional Review Board, and others.

The Davison Council meets monthly to discuss issues related to the medical school. The Council works closely with the Dean of the School of Medicine, the Vice Dean of Education, and the Chancellor of Health Affairs when student-related issues arise. These administrators and others are often guests at monthly Davison Council meetings where they update students on the latest “behind-the-scenes” developments.

The mission of the Davison Council is to represent and advocate for Duke University medical students and their collective interests. We work to enrich the lives of Duke medical students by supporting student groups, organizing service activities, and sponsoring social events. Through these organizations and events, students get involved in the wider Duke and Durham communities. Social events, including mixers with other Duke graduate programs, the annual Davison Ball (“med school prom”), Spring Fling semi-formal, holiday party, and Deans Olympics keep our student body connected and provide opportunities to have fun with the whole school.

Davison Council Officers, 2023-2024

President
Chief of Staff
Vice President of Student Activities
Vice President of Service
Vice President of Social
Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
MS4 Class President
MS3 Class President
MS2 Class President
MS1 Class President
MSTP Representative