- Attend a weekly meeting
- Learn about the program and expectations
- Begin training and participation at your own pace
- Complete required application materials within three weeks of that first meeting
Steps to get Involved
Meeting Details
Day: Tuesday (fall and spring semesters, for summer information see email below)
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: 325 W McCarty Lane (First Baptist Church)
Note: We meet off-campus for the benefit of our off-campus speakers. Ask about rides if you don't have a car. Information - Charles.Johnson@txstate.edu
Application Process
When you join Medical Explorers, you are joining two affiliated organizations. As part of that process, you will be asked to complete three required forms:
Forms can be printed in advance or obtained from the Membership Secretary during your visit. You will receive guidance on how to complete each step. Please use blue ink to fill out the form (it's a legal issue and lawyers like blue ink, we'll explain).
Applications are typically accepted a few weeks after the semester begins to allow new students time to learn about the program before committing.
What to Expect at Your First Meeting
When you arrive, introduce yourself to an officer or senior advisor. You’ll learn more about the program, meet current members, and get a sense of how you can get involved.
Our Membership Secretary will walk you through the application process and answer any questions. While the process may seem detailed, it reflects the responsibilities of being part of a “Medical Volunteer Organization.”
Transportation
If you need help getting to meetings, contact us—we may be able to connect you with a ride.
Summer Participation
While weekly meetings pause during the summer, volunteer opportunities continue for students who want to stay involved. If you live within reasonable driving distance, you're encouraged to continue volunteer opportunity participation. We do have volunteer opportunities closer to San Antonio and Austin for members at home during the summer.
Who Should Join
We welcome students from a variety of backgrounds, including those pursuing clinical, public health, technical, or biomedical careers.
Benefits of Membership
Students who participate in the program gain access to opportunities that are difficult to find elsewhere, including:
- Building a strong volunteer and service-based resume
- Training not typically available outside clinical academic programs
- Opportunities to serve alongside healthcare professionals
- Exposure to real-world healthcare environments
- Mentorship from experienced members
- A network of peers with similar goals and motivation
- Potential access to shadowing opportunities as you demonstrate commitment and reliability
Contact to Get Started
Email: Charles.Johnson@txstate.edu