All Posts: GEMS
4 Articles
- GUMC Stories
Facing Down Homelessness and Hurdles, This First-Gen Student Enters Medical School
Alumna Halyn Orellana pushed past barriers to pursue her dream of becoming a doctor. Now, she wants to blaze a trail for those behind.…
August 13, 2025
- GUMC Stories
New Class of GEMS Embark on an Unforgettable Journey
(July 24, 2020) — As the only child of a single parent, Zach Boston became the primary caretaker for his mother after she was diagnosed with a chronic illness when he was 6…
July 25, 2020
- GUMC Stories
Inspiring GEMS to Shine
(August 2, 2019) — After walking across the stage and introducing themselves to attendees, incoming students at the School of Medicine White Coat Ceremony often state the name…
August 3, 2019
- GUMC Stories
Joy Williams Honored with “Legacy” Scholarship at SNMA’s 38th Annual Senior Awards Banquet
Commencement week brings!…
May 20, 2016