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Saint Louis University School of Medicine Announces Inaugural Reclaiming the Legacy Gala

01/10/2025

Saint Louis University School of Medicine’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion will host the inaugural Reclaiming the Legacy Gala: Reducing Healthcare Disparities through Diversity, an event uniting leaders from healthcare, education, and community advocacy.

The gala will take place on Friday, March 7, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in the Wool Ballrooms at Busch Student Center. 

This formal event will highlight the vital importance of addressing systemic healthcare disparities and advancing health equity through the lens of diversity. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with thought leaders and changemakers dedicated to reducing healthcare inequities and creating meaningful change in underserved communities.

Event Details

The evening will include a keynote address, networking opportunities, and the presentation of the John H. Gladney Awards, which recognize exceptional contributions to advancing diversity and equity in healthcare. John H. Gladney, M.D., was a trailblazing physician who served as the first African American to chair a clinical department at the medical school when he chaired SLU's Department of Otolaryngology. He dedicated his career to excellence in medicine and mentoring future healthcare leaders.

In addition, the event will spotlight other distinguished physicians who have made significant contributions to healthcare equity. These honorees exemplify the values of inclusion, justice, and service that are central to the Jesuit mission of Saint Louis University.

Funds raised will directly support scholarships, research opportunities, and general student support for individuals underrepresented in medicine at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. This initiative aligns with the University’s commitment to fostering diversity in healthcare leadership and reducing disparities in Missouri and beyond.

Tickets, tables, and donations can be secured at giving.slu.edu/MedDEI.