Health Professions Newsletter: 12/8/23

JOB POSTINGS | PRE-HEALTH | DENTAL | MEDICINE | OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY | OPTOMETRY | PHARMACY | PHYSICAL THERAPY | PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT | PODIATRY | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY | VETERINARY | OTHER PROFESSIONS | SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES | TESTING RESOURCES*

PRE-HEALTH	NEW! OSCAR Events & Research Opportunities NEW! Premedical Society After-Finals Hangout (12/13) Georgetown University MS Physiology and MS Pharmacology programs (12/12 & 12/14) GeorgeSquared Virtual Information Session (12/13) NEW! Kinesiology Club & American Society of Biomechanics Holiday Party (12/14) NEW! University Studies Peer Advisors Application (due 12/18) NEW! “How to Learn” Workshop Series (1/12) NEW! Patriot Leader Application & Info Session (1/17)
DENTAL	NEW! Dental Decision Day 2023 (12/15)
MEDICINE	JUST ADDED! 2024 Inova Trauma Acute Care Surgery Externship NEW! AAMC Reminders NEW! Perisie Medical School Scholarship Ask ARCOM Admissions Virtual Event (1/17) NEW! Choose DO Medical School Virtual Expo (1/24) University of Maryland School of Medicine Shadowing Program NEW! AACOM Osteopathic Medical College Recruiting Events
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY	NEW! JMU MOT Program: Information Sessions & Open Houses George Washington University On-Demand eOTD Information Session
OPTOMETRY	NEW! UIW Rosenberg School of Optometry Summer Optometry Institute (SOI)
PHARMACY	NEW! MUSC Student Mentors for Diversity in Pharmacy (SMDP) VCU Pharmacy Open Houses (upcoming date: 12/15) VCU Pharmacy Preview Day (3/23/24) Pharmacy4Me Events Calendar
PHYSICAL THERAPY	More to come soon!
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT	JMU Physician Assistant Virtual Information Session (12/13) NEW! Shenandoah University MS in Physician Assistant Studies Webinar (1/27)
PODIATRY	Temple University Summer Internship Program
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY	NEW! Shenandoah University MS SLP Virtual Information Session (12/14)
VETERINARY	AAVMC Webinar Recordings
OTHER PROFESSIONS	More to come soon!
SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES	JUST ADDED! GW Summer Program Advancing Research on Cancer (GW-SPARC) NEW! AAMC Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunities NEW! Weill Cornell Medical College Travelers Summer Research Fellowship (T-SRF) UVA Summer Research Internship Program (SRIP) VCU Summer Academic Enrichment Program (SAEP) Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP)

• OSCAR Events & Research Opportunities

• • Fall Virtual Celebration of Student Scholarship and Impact
    • Check out student video presentations for OSCAR Celebration of Student Scholarship and Impact! See the attached flyer and check out the celebration website: https://celebration.oscar.gmu.edu/.
  • National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) 2024
    • The Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR) invites undergraduates to participate in the National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) 2024. Abstract submissions are now open until December 8, 2023. OSCAR will cover registration and shared lodging for all Mason undergraduate students accepted to present at NCUR 2024. For further questions about NCUR 2024 reach out to NCUR@CUR.ORG or click the link to the website cur.org.
  • Undergraduate Student Travel Fund
    • The Undergraduate Student Travel Fund provides funding for students to present their scholarly or creative projects at conferences at the regional, national, or international level. For more information regarding the application and procedures, please click to check out our website https://oscar.gmu.edu/students/travel-ustf/.
  • Research Assistants
    • Students who have federal work study funding under their FAFSA may work as a research assistant for a faculty or staff member for pay. You may search for an available position on Handshake or ask a faculty member yourself for an opportunity. For more information about the program, please click check out our website https://oscar.gmu.edu/students/research-assistantships/.

• Premedical Society After-Finals Hangout (12/13)

After a long semester and finals week, we would like to host a destress event for students to enjoy before winter break. Bring your friends to the Corner Pocket to hang out and eat chick-fil-a with us for our last event of the semester!

Date: Wednesday, 12/13
Time: 3-5 PM
Location: HUB Corner Pocket
Registration: https://mason360.gmu.edu/PreMed/rsvp_boot?id=2260502

• Georgetown University MS Physiology and MS Pharmacology programs (12/12 & 12/14)

I am writing to inform you about the upcoming information sessions for our Master of Science programs at Georgetown University. The MS Physiology and MS Pharmacology programs can provide invaluable experiences for students interested in pursuing careers in healthcare, research, or industry.

• Patriot Leader Application & Info Session (1/17)

• Dental Decision Day 2023 (12/15)

• 2024 Inova Trauma Acute Care Surgery Externship

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Program Dates: June 3 – 14, 2024

Application deadline: January 31, 2024

Inova Trauma Center is proud to offer the 2024 Trauma Acute Care Surgery (ACS) Externship to pre-medical students considering a career in surgery. Externs participate in an observational educational experience. The goal is to give externs an in-depth view into the personal and professional rewards of a career in trauma. Externs follow the multidisciplinary trauma services team closely, including trauma surgeons, nurses, social workers, physical therapists, and other allied healthcare providers. This full-time two-week commitment is offered to give students insight and experience within the continuum of trauma care. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www.inova.org/education/student-educational-opportunities/trauma-acute-care-surgery-externship

• AAMC Reminders

1. 1. AAMC Fee Assistance Reminder 
      If you plan to apply for the AAMC Fee Assistance Program, the application will close on Dec. 15. Please submit your application at least 10 business days in advance of when you would like to use the benefits. You must be approved for the benefits before using them. The Fee Assistance application will reopen in late January/early February. Learn more at www.aamc.org/fap.
   2. Watch Sessions from the October AAMC Virtual Medical School Fair 
      If you weren’t able to attend the AAMC’s Virtual Medical School Fair in October, you can still watch the recordings and access other resources from the event. The sessions include tips on interviews, navigating the application process, and strategies for taking standardized exams. The recordings will be available here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2ALHNlitsuSleT5NTRM8zvScI82sVmq0&si=GKIW2P7_7EY6LjrU

• Perisie Medical School Scholarship

Perisie Medical School Scholarship application is now available online. This is a full scholarship for a female attending medical school in VA or NC and who has the objective to become a general practitioner in James City County, York County, City of Williamsburg, New Kent County or Charles City County, VA.

Scholarship Information: https://williamsburgcommunityfoundation.org/2023/11/01/perisie-medical-school-scholarship/

Application: https://williamsburgcommunityfoundation.org/apply-for-a-scholarship-3/

The Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (ARCOM) in Fort Smith, Arkansas, will hold this event on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, August-November, 2023 and January-April, 2024

2024 Event Dates: January 17, Feb 21, March 20 and April 17, 2024
Event Time: 2:30 PM, Central Time

This VIRTUAL event is an unstructured Q&A. Bring your ARCOM admissions/application process questions and plan to enjoy the conversation as we learn more about each other.

Please let us know of your plans to participate VIRTUALLY by registering at https://explore.acheedu.org/inquiryform.

Questions? Email admissions.arcom@achehealth.edu

• Choose DO Medical School Virtual Expo (1/24)

Meet with colleges of osteopathic medicine nationwide to learn about becoming a physician. Hosted by AACOM.

January 24, 2024

12 pm – 6 pm, ET

Event Info and Registration: https://www.careereco.com/Fair/EventDetails?fairId=960ba243-b94d-488e-bb5f-afe00147d65b

Questions? Email: choosedo@aacom.org

• University of Maryland School of Medicine Shadowing Program

The UMSOM Office of Admissions is thrilled to offer a shadowing program for aspiring future physicians to work with our esteemed alumni in collaboration with the Medical Alumni Association, and with our dedicated SOM faculty physicians at the University of Maryland Medical Center! Clinical experience is critical to preparing for medical school and a career in medicine, and physician shadowing is one of the most valuable forms of clinical experience applicants can obtain.

We are proud to offer this opportunity to individuals seriously planning to apply to medical school, and grateful to our wonderful alumni and SOM faculty for serving as role models in this program. This shadowing program is available for any individual who intends to apply to an MD, MD/Master’s, or MD/PhD program in the near future, regardless of institution or home state. To foster meaningful experiences, shadowers are expected to complete a minimum of 40 hours within a three-month period and may be able to have a second shadowing experience if interested.

Requirements

• Submission of Undergraduate/Post-Baccalaureate/Graduate transcript (current program or most recently completed).
• Statement of interest – Please briefly describe what you hope to gain from this shadowing experience in 500 characters max.
• Once matched to work with a physician in our program, it is the responsibility of the shadower to submit any required forms and/or complete any required training to be able to shadow, as determined by the clinical site. All shadowers must be HIPAA certified.

*Please visit our website and review the FAQs before you fill out the application

Website: https://www.medschool.umaryland.edu/admissions/UMSOM-Shadowing-Program/

• AACOM Osteopathic Medical College Recruiting Events

Come take a look at our events calendar to learn about osteopathic medicine-related events:

https://www.aacom.org/become-a-doctor/prepare-for-medical-school/com-recruiting-events

• JMU MOT Program: Information Sessions & Open Houses

For more information and registration, please visit: https://www.jmu.edu/chbs/healthprof/ot/info-sessions.shtml

Spring 2024 Sessions will be scheduled from 1:00-2:00 pm

• • Friday February 9, 2024 (online)
  • Thursday March 7, 2024 (in-person)
  • Friday April 12, 2024 (in-person)

Summer 2024 Sessions will be scheduled from 10:30-11:30 am

• • Friday, May 17, 2024 (in-person)

• George Washington University On-Demand eOTD Information Session

The George Washington University (GW) Occupational Therapy (OT) program invites prospective students who are interested in pursuing a career in occupational therapy to attend a virtual information session. Attendees learn about the profession, and GW’s approach to education, as well as future career prospects. In addition, attendees will receive guidance on the admissions process

Watch Now: Information Session for the hybrid Entry-Level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (eOTD) program at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health sciences.

• UIW Rosenberg School of Optometry Summer Optometry Institute (SOI)

• MUSC Student Mentors for Diversity in Pharmacy (SMDP)

MUSC Mentoring Program

Eligibility requirements

This program is open to any college freshmen, sophomores, juniors or seniors who are interested in exploring a career in pharmacy.

Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.8. Freshmen need a high school GPA of 3.0. All applicants must have U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status.

Program description

VCU’s School of Pharmacy is excited to host a Pharmacy Preview Day for students interested in exploring the pharmacy profession.

On Saturday, March 23, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., students will have the opportunity to learn more about VCU’s School of Pharmacy, conduct non-sterile compounding, participate in a mock interview, and have lunch with Pharm.D. faculty and students.

Date

Spring Pharmacy Preview Day: March 23, 2024 (Now Accepting Applications)

Location

VCU School of Pharmacy (Robert Blackwell Smith Building)

Contact information

Madeleine Wagner at pharmacy@vcu.edu.

• Pharmacy4Me Events Calendar

Come take a look at our events calendar to learn about pharmacy-related events: https://pharmacyforme.org/events/list/

More to come soon!

• JMU Physician Assistant Virtual Information Session (12/13)

Information sessions are held virtually over Zoom.

December 13, 2023 10 AM EST

During a Physician Assistant (PA) Program Info Session, a PA Program faculty member will be on-hand to present some basic Program information and answer any questions that applicants may have about the admissions process, the Program’s curriculum, or other Program details. Sessions can last anywhere from 60-90 minutes depending on how many people attend and how many questions are asked.

* Directions on how to join the virtual session will come in an email before the session.
email: paprogram@jmu.edu with any questions.

Make Your Reservation Here: https://healthprof.jmu.edu/pa/infosessionregistration.html

• Shenandoah University MS in Physician Assistant Studies Webinar (1/27)

Information session for current college students or graduates interested in applying to the Master of Physician Assistant Studies program at Shenandoah University.

Saturday, January 27, 2024
Registration: https://shenu.radiusbycampusmgmt.com/ssc/eform/GaC78FC67073x6700lI721.ssc

• Temple University Summer Internship Program

TUSPM offers a free, eight-day Summer Internship Program (SIP) in June for undergraduate students. (Brochure) Interns attend workshops and seminars on podiatric medicine, as well as shadow and work with podiatric physicians in hospital, private practice, and outpatient clinic settings. A TUSPM student doctor will also work with interns on a case presentation.

https://podiatry.temple.edu/admissions/internship-programs

• AAVMC Webinar Recordings

Webinar Recordings AAVMC has made accessing Pre-Veterinary content easier with the launch of our new platform, AAVMC Learn. All Pre-Veterinary resources are now in a single location on https://learn.aavmc.org/.

Recorded webinars include:

• • • Non-Traditional Student Panel Fireside Chat
    • VMCAS Application Overview Webinar
    • VMCAS 2024 First Time Applicant Webinar
    • VMCAS 2024 Reapplicant Webinar
    • VMCAS 2024 Open Forum Q&A Webinar

More to come soon!

• GW Summer Program Advancing Research on Cancer (GW-SPARC)

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Program Dates: May 26-August 3, 2024

Application Deadline: February 1, 2024

The George Washington Summer Program Advancing Research on Cancer (GW-SPARC) engages undergraduates who will form the next generation of scientific leaders in a mentored summer research experience at the George Washington University (GW) Cancer Center. This program is intended for undergraduates considering Ph.D. training and a career in research. Candidates from backgrounds underrepresented in biomedical research (NOT-OD-20-031) are strongly encouraged to apply.

This summer program fosters active engagement in cutting-edge research, exposure to contemporary cancer research techniques, understanding of health disparities and impact of cancer in different communities, and preparation for research careers. There will be no opportunities for clinical shadowing. Students will live and work in the heart of D.C., just blocks from national monuments, museums, and entertainment. At the end of the summer, all students participate in a poster session with other undergraduate researchers.

Stipend

The program will provide $4,000 for 10 weeks participation, paid in two installments upon arrival. Additional funds up to $500 will be provided for travel to/from GW. Students are encouraged to stay in GW housing which will be provided by the program at no cost to the student.

Eligible applicants include:

• U.S. citizens or permanent residents. We encourage individuals from groups that are underrepresented in the biomedical sciences to apply.
• Preference will be given to rising juniors and seniors. Seniors graduating in 2024 are not eligible for this program.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://smhs.gwu.edu/research/research-workforce/undergraduate-research/gw-summer-program-advancing-research-cancer-gw

• AAMC Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunities

Interested in research this summer? Check out the AAMC Summer Undergraduate Research Programs website:

https://www.aamc.org/career-development/affinity-groups/great/summer-undergrad-research-programs

• Weill Cornell Medical College Travelers Summer Research Fellowship (T-SRF)

• UVA Summer Research Internship Program (SRIP)

The University of Virginia School of Medicine Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program hosts a yearly Summer Research Internship Program (SRIP), a ten-week residential biomedical sciences research program under the guidance of research faculty.  SRIP offers a full professional development program, focused on helping trainees successfully navigate the transition to a PhD or MD/PhD program, and highlighting career opportunities in biomedical sciences. SRIP students will also participate in a summer lecture series featuring internationally recognized biomedical researchers.  Participants will receive generous stipend, housing, and travel support.  The 2024 SRIP program will be held Friday, May 24^th– Friday, August 2^nd.

Website, Admissions Newsletter & Social Media

We invite students to sign up for helpful emails about the SRIP application and admissions process here and to follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

More information about this program can be found at our website.

Virtual Application & Admissions Information Sessions

The program will host virtual information sessions about the application and admission process and answer the most common questions about the program.

Interested students may register here for upcoming virtual information sessions.

Application & Deadline to Apply

The online application opens October 1^st.

Applications are due February 1^st and students may apply here.

We are hoping that you would be willing to distribute this information about our program widely among your students, colleagues, and trainees.

If you or your students have questions about the program, please contact us at srip@admission.edu.

• VCU Allied Health Career Exploration (AHCE)

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Any current college juniors, seniors, graduates and post-baccalaureate students who are preparing to apply to a dentistry, medicine, pharmacy or physical therapy health professional school or program.

Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.75, and have completed three years of college coursework, including organic chemistry I and II, (note; organic chemistry not required for physical therapy track). All applicants must have U.S. citizenship or Permanent Resident status.

Program description

SAEP is a six-week summer program that simulates the first-year of dentistry, medicine, pharmacy or physical therapy professional school instruction. Participants take academically intensive instruction in each of their chosen tracks in addition to non-credit core-coursework in virtual anatomy (head and neck), pharmacology and physiology. SAEP participants attend learning skills and test-taking workshops, mock interviews, professionalism seminars, current health care topics, coaching and community service activities in an interprofessional framework. At the conclusion of the program, participants receive an assessment of their readiness to attend professional school.

A modest stipend is provided to participants. Commitment to full attendance, including an orientation session and closing event, is required to participate.

Participants Receive:

• A stipend of $1500

• Travel reimbursement available if traveling from out of state

• Free VCU housing for the duration of program

Dates

May 21 – June 28, 2024

Location

VCU Health Campus

Website
https://dsei.vcu.edu/paths/programs/college/summer-academic-enrichment-program-saep/

Contact information

VCU P.A.T.H.S. Team at (804) 827-0982 or seekpathsapp@vcu.edu.

• Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP)

The Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) is a free summer program for students to explore their interests in medicine, dentistry, nursing, optometry, pharmacy, physical therapy, public health, and more. The program takes place at our 12 partner institutions and offers students a chance to develop healthcare skills, plan academic journeys, get clinical exposure, and network.

Who is eligible to apply?

All students who meet the Summer Health Professions Education Program eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply. Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Must be a high school graduate and currently enrolled as a freshman or sophomore in college.
  • Applicants should have earned no more than 60 credits when submitting their application.
    • Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate credits are not counted.
    • Dual enrollment credits are counted.
• Have a minimum overall college GPA of 2.5.
• Be a U.S. citizen, a permanent resident, or an individual granted deferred action for childhood arrivals (DACA) status by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
• Must not have previously participated in the program.

Other factors for consideration include that a student:

• Identifies with a group that is racially/ethnically underrepresented in the health professions;
• Comes from an economically or educationally disadvantaged background; and/or
• Has demonstrated an interest in issues affecting underserved populations.
• Submits a compelling personal statement and a strong letter of recommendation.

For more information, please visit our website: https://www.shpep.org/?utm_source=sfmc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=shpep&utm_content=newsletter

*Posting these test prep resources is for information purposes only and does not imply endorsements by GMU Health Professions.

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• Kaplan Resources

As our series of free, expert-led MCAT and Med School events continues, we wanted to share them with you so you can pass them along.

The details for our remaining December events are listed below. Students can register for these and more at: https://go.kaptest.com/e/504051/mcat-free-mcat-free-events/5mckpn/1273355488/h/CAQPy1YRF0gWbLHcCrNQrLuA_UU6vd4n7_ktt5F97g8.

• The Princeton Review Resources