About ASCEND

The ASCEND office supports Perelman School of Medicine medical students with tailored resources, mentorship, and community connections to enhance learning and career development. Through coaching, hands-on experiences, and specialized opportunities, we empower students to excel in clinical and academic medicine while shaping their unique professional identities.

ASCEND is co-led by Drs Horace Delisser, Associate Dean for Student Engagement, Networking and Enrichment and Stacey Rose, Associate Dean for Student Success and Professional Development with administrative oversight by Karen P. Campbell, Director.

Key Components

Academic Success

Enhance medical student learning outcomes by providing comprehensive coaching and individualized resources.

Community Engagement

Strengthen student connections with a broad range of communities through hands-on experiences that enhance empathy, cultural awareness and patient centered care.

Networking

Foster an environment where all students can form supportive networks, explore career interests, and build peer connections that enhance retention and success.

Professional Development

Equip students with robust career building tools, research opportunities, and specialized learning tracks to help them excel in clinical and academic medicine.