Student Delegate to the MAFP House of Delegates

Delegates and alternate delegates are elected by each Minnesota medical school to represent medical students at the MAFP House of Delegates. All students, as well as the delegates are encouraged to attend the student caucus meeting the morning of the House of Delegates. The student caucus elects the student director and alternate directors who serve on the MAFP Board of Directors for one year.

What is the House of Delegates?

The House of Delegates (HOD) is the policy-making body of the 3,000-member Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians, the specialty organization for family medicine.

When does the House of Delegates meet?

The House of Delegates meets annually the Wednesday before the two-day Spring Refresher. The student caucus is from 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. The House convenes at 9:00 a.m. and adjourns around 4:30 p.m.

What is the role of Delegates?

Represent student members at the House of Delegates, which meets only one day each year

Elect a student director and alternate director to serve on the MAFP Board of Directors

Involvement in setting policies regarding the future of family medicine

Camaraderie with the specialty’s decision-makers

Experience in a professional association

How do I become a delegate?

If you would like to be considered for a delegate position, e-mail alensing@mafp.org with your interests or any questions.