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NASHVILLE, Tenn. Sponsored by the Meharry-Vanderbilt Student Alliance, the first-ever "Whose Central Line Is It Anyway?" variety show was held on Feb. 11 at Vanderbilt University's Sarratt Cinema.
The show centered around a series of game show competitions between academic years, with teams comprised of students from the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine MD Program and students from the Meharry Medical College MD and Dentistry Programs. Games included Family Feud and Jimmy Fallon's famous Egg Russian Roulette.
The competition was fierce, and the audience of approximately 200 was captivated. Student performances by Nicole Woodson (violin), Doug Pet (saxophone), Patrick Keller (saxophone) and Radial Grooves (a cappella) elevated the evening. Additionally, the students were happy to welcome Drs. George Breaux, Carolyn Szetela, Kimberly Vinson and Eli Zimmerman as guest faculty judges.
The event also benefited area homeless, raising $902.51 for Vanderbilt Street Psychiatry and numerous clothing donations for Room In the Inn.
At the close of the evening, and after six rounds of competition, the second-years were crowned victorious, and the students enjoyed a raffle, courtesy of Electronic Express, as well as a reception. The event will be held on the campus of Meharry Medical College next year.
About the Meharry-Vanderbilt Alliance
Founded in 1999, the Alliance bridges the institutions of Meharry Medical College and Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Its mission is to enrich learning and advance clinical research in three primary areas -- community engagement, interprofessional education and research -- by developing and supporting mutually beneficial partnerships between Meharry Medical College, Vanderbilt University Medical Center and the communities they serve. Through community engagement, the Alliance serves a large community of stakeholders including surrounding universities and colleges, community organizations, faith-based outlets and community health centers. Its interprofessional education enhances students' interdisciplinary understanding and improves patient outcomes through integrated care. The research conducted provides access to experienced grant writers and materials supporting the grant application process and facilitates grant-writing workshops.