FAU Med Students Host Rock 'N' Roll Fundraiser

The Cytokines

(Press Release) Palm Beach Gardens, FL – (June 5, 2025) – Students from Florida Atlantic University's Schmidt College of Medicine are combining their passion for medicine and music with Shake, Rattle, and Rock 'N' Roll, a fundraiser benefiting the Mind, Music, and Movement Foundation for Neurological Disorders (M3F). The event will take place on Sunday, July 13, 2025, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Double Roads Tavern, 103 US-1, Suite A1, Jupiter, FL.

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The event features a live performance by The Cytokines—a rock band made up entirely of FAU medical students and residents—including lead singer and keyboardist Sinjana Kolipaka, a 4th-year medical student who brings together her love of science and music. The band will perform crowd favorites like “Don’t Stop Believing,” “Dancin’ in the Moonlight,” “Brown Eyed Girl,” and more. The seven-member group features drums, bass, saxophone, keyboard, two guitars, and two vocalists, delivering a full, energetic sound that’s sure to get the crowd moving.

“Being part of this event is incredibly meaningful to us,” said Sinjana Kolipaka. “As future neurologists, we understand the powerful role that music can play in healing. Performing for a cause that combines our passion for medicine with the joy of music is both an honor and a privilege.”

M3F is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by neurodegenerative diseases. Through an array of innovative educational events and programs—including chorus, dance, yoga, movement, drumming, and support groups—M3F provides tools to enhance mobility, mental well-being, and community connection. By integrating arts and science, the foundation helps its members and caregivers improve quality of life and build resilience.

"We're incredibly grateful to the FAU medical students and our sponsors for bringing this event to life," said Beth Elgort, Founder and President of M3F. "Shake, Rattle, and Rock 'N' Roll is more than just a concert—it's a chance for our community to come together through music and support a mission that makes a real difference in people's lives."

This event is generously supported by The Cytokines, the Florida Atlantic University Schmidt College of Medicine, and the Arnold P. Gold Foundation – Gold Humanism Honor Society. Sponsorship opportunities are still available for local businesses and individuals who want to support the event and be recognized for their contributions to neurological wellness in our community.

Tickets and donation opportunities are available at m3f.org/events. Local businesses are invited to contribute raffle prizes or services in support of the event. Donations are tax-deductible and offer an
excellent opportunity to give back and gain community exposure.