Each student is sorted into an academic society once they start their medical school journey at WashU Medicine — Lowry-Moore, Erlanger-Graham or Cori Society.
Cori Society
Felicia W., M2
Welcome to Cori Society, named after Carl and Gerty Cori, two brilliant scientists whose work on the catalytic conversion of glycogen at WashU Med led them to win the 1947 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. During your time here, be on the lookout for dinners and social events hosted by Cori Society for students and faculty. Our wonderful faculty and members are here to support you on your journey and answer any questions you may have.
Erlanger-Graham Society
Vikranth M., M1
The Erlanger-Graham Society is one of the three academic societies and has hosted many fun and exciting events this year! The first was a pizza night at Up-Down St. Louis, a “barcade” where you can talk with friends at the bar while also playing retro Mario Kart. We also had a series of small breakfast meetings with physicians in orthopedic surgery, oncology and obstetrics. They were great opportunities to network and converse with accomplished faculty in a more informal setting.
Lowry-Moore Society
Siddhant B., M1
At WashU Med, we have three academic societies: Erlanger, Cori, and Lowry-Moore. Lowry-Moore is obviously the best, and I say that with absolute objectivity.
Being part of the Lowry-Moore Society has been a fantastic experience. During our first week of school, we were welcomed with a social at a local mini-golf course, which was a great way to meet fellow students. Beyond that, Lowry-Moore leaders organize monthly networking events with faculty, ranging from brunches at local spots to gatherings at physicians’ homes.
We also compete in the Society Cup, where all three societies face off in fun games like dodgeball and tug-of-war for the ultimate bragging rights. Overall, Lowry-Moore has been a fun and relaxed way to meet new people, grow professionally, and explore St. Louis!
On Academic Societies
Trevor M., M1
Each student is assigned to one of three societies when they first arrive: Erlanger-Graham, Cori, or Lowry Moore. Your society comprises students in all four years, in addition to faculty, and is a great way to make friends when you first arrive and connect with professors and faculty. Throughout the year, the societies will hold different events including game nights, dinner with professors, and the esteemed society cup, an annual competition that pits the societies against each other in a friendly, yet spirited, series of events. Societies are a great way to connect with your peers and build lasting relationships within the community.