Students had the opportunity to combine science with relaxation as they got to create their own slime at the “Sushi and Slime” event, held in the Dean’s Lounge last Friday. “The purpose of the Sushi and Slime event is to invite students to de-stress in a creative way as we near the busy end of the spring semester,” said Kristy Gonzales, president of the Pace Pre-Health Club.
The event also allowed students to socialize with their peers. Gonzales states, “Aside from our hope that students can learn how to make slime and how it can be a stress-relieving tool, we hope that students have a good experience while connecting with their peers. We also hope that they can learn more about our club’s mission and values.”
The Pace Pre-Health Club hosted the event in collaboration with the Chemistry Club. “We were also able to collaborate with the Chemistry Club on campus, since students would be experimenting with the science of slime-making,” Gonzales said. “Overall, this event aligned with our club’s mission to continue fostering a supportive community for students at Pace, through de-stress, social, and educational engagement!”
Students made slime by mixing glue, slime activator, and shaving cream together, using a spatula. In addition, students had the chance to add coloring solutions and beads to their slime. As students designed their own slime, they also enjoyed the sushi, cookies and soda that was catered at the event. Gonzales states, “When event planning with our club treasurer, Rashel, we decided to include sushi so students could also enjoy some delicious food.”
Pace Pre-Health Club hosts a variety of events throughout the year. Some events help students to learn more about science as well as different careers in medicine and biomedical science. Gonzales states, “The Pre-Health Club hosts educational events like seminars with guest speakers including current PhD, dental, medicine, and PA students. Additionally, we host science trivia with prizes.”
Gonzales said the club also hosts events in which students can reach out to different communities.
“We also have volunteer events where students can create cards or wellness kits for donation to local hospitals. Every fall, we visit the Northern Westchester Hospital for their annual Medical Career Expo. Finally, we have self-care events like Study Break, tabling giveaways, and DIY badge reels and mini first-aid kits.”
Gonzales also makes an important point about who can join the club and attend the club’s events. “We hope to spread the message that our club is here to support students pursuing any career in the healthcare [field], but you don’t need to be considered a pre-health student to join our club and attend our events!”
Gonzales also highlights how students can learn about events hosted by the club. “Students can learn more about events primarily through following our Instagram: @paceprehealth, joining our organization on CORQ, GroupMe, and flyers around campus!”