The Kern National Network for Caring & Character in Medicine (KNN) is a national network of seven medical schools dedicated to advancing caring and character in medicine with the goal of promoting human flourishing. Guided by the principles of caring and character, the KNN provides a framework for training physicians, strengthening joy in medicine and improving health to promote human flourishing within, across and beyond the medical profession in order to positively impact individuals and communities in our society. The KNN partner schools are: - Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin - Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth - Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine - MCW Medical School - University of California San Francisco School of Medicine - University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health - Vanderbilt University School of Medicine The KNN's work is made possible through the generosity and support of the Kern Family Trust and Kern Family Foundation.