Every Warrior Wednesday we profile a Wayne State University medical student. Brizzy Brown is a member of the Class of 2026 and a Warrior M.D. Ambassador.

With their insider's knowledge about life as a Wayne State medical student, our ambassadors are a great resource for all your questions — whether you want to know about classes or living in the city. They've been there, done that, and are happy to share their experience with you. To learn more about our ambassadors, visit med.wayne.edu/admissions/ambassadors

Why did you choose Wayne State University for medical school?

I chose Wayne State University for medical school because of its emphasis on community engagement in the curriculum. The fact that we get to experience health landscapes all around Detroit throughout our time studying in school is unique to being here. I appreciate being able to learn about the community's needs and about the fundamental principles that lead to their health outcomes at the same time.

What are some of your extracurricular activities?

I volunteer at the Horizons HIV clinic that is housed by Wayne Pediatrics. I mainly round with the attending physicians, but they allow me to see the patients, ask questions and report back to them, which is really valuable experience. I also am a musician; I mainly play piano, but I also have some out-of-practice trumpet skills that could be put to good use!

What was the hardest part of beginning medical school?

Hardest part by far was adjusting my mindset. I had to quickly get acclimated to commuting to school while keeping up with meetings, labs, classes and other vocations. I found myself getting overwhelmed rather quickly and realized that I needed to learn how to prioritize things (like taking care of myself) and finding a pace that suits me the best.