Guided Learning Groups Initiative

The Center for Student Success (CSS) launched its Guided Learning Groups Initiative (GLGI) in 2022 to help OMS-I SGL students adjust to the rigor of medical school. Through a peer-to-peer learning model, GLGI organizes students into weekly groups where, with the guidance of a peer tutor, they collaborate to review complex course material, develop study strategies, utilize academic resources, and explore effective approaches to time management.

Skills and strategies developed through GLGI:

• Understand pass systems
• Discern previews
• Analyze and interpret lecture content
• Reflect on and interpret exams
• Explore methods of organization (charting, mind maps, tabling, etc.)
• Practice implementing self-care and wellness habits
• Utilize learning objectives
• Navigate system blocks
• Develop personalized study schedule

Created for students by students, our GLGI participants:

• Feel a sense of membership and belonging through supportive personal connections and peer-mentoring relationships. 
• Demonstrate independent learning through the skills and strategies that are practiced throughout the sessions. 
• Model self-management and self-awareness skills required to navigate their first year at Rowan-Virtua SOM.
• Engage in self-reflection and problem-solving to identify knowledge gaps and address continuing academic concerns.

Interested students will have the opportunity to apply to the program during orientation week.

If you have any questions, please contact Megan Campbell at campbellmeg@rowan.edu.

GLGI Student Leadership

Founding Members
Debbie Meskin, DO - Rowan-Virtua Alumni, Class of 2023
Tracy Tauro, DO - Rowan-Virtua Alumni, Class of 2024

Curriculum Consultants
Talia Hartman, OMS-IV
John Sauer, OMS-IV

Curriculum Leads
Meryl Pookkattu, OMS-III
Matthew Anfuso, OMS-III

Lead Tutors
Kianna Bruzzo, OMS-II
Jonathan Buyck, OMS-II