This is another question aimed at seeing how aligned your values and priorities are aligned with theirs. The Brody School of Medicine prides itself on ranking in the top ten percent of the Social Mobility Index (SMI). The SMI focuses on economic mobility, or the extent to which an institution educates more economically disadvantaged individuals at lower tuition, and graduates them into well-paying jobs.
When a medical student receives federal assistance through loans or grants, some may see it as an unfair advantage for them to have the first pick of where they practice after completing medical school. Others are more objective, so long as the best talent is being put to good use. Share your thoughts on this. If you are economically disadvantaged and might benefit from such programs, express your gratitude for such opportunities, and how you'd give back. If you are not economically disadvantaged, remain objective, showing empathy for the situation of economically disadvantaged individuals, and avoid placing the burden of your expectations on those who are already struggling to rise up out of their situation. Remain positive, objective, and empathetic.
