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- Physical Therapist Assistant – Professional Physical Therapy, LLC
- Part- Time Chiropractic Medical Assistant – District Injury and Spine Center
- Medical Assistant – Drs Adelson and Ginsberg PC
- Lead Medical Assistant – US Dermatology Partners
- Ophthalmic Technician (Medical Assistant) – Office of Harry H. Huang, M.D., PA
- Medical Assistant/Scribe – Neurological Institute of Northern Virginia, PC
- Medical Assistant – US Dermatology Partners
- Medical Assistant at somenek+pittman md
- Medical Assistant/Ophthalmic Technician – DC Retina Docs/Retina & Macular Disease Specialists
- Clinical Assistant/Scribe, Medical Office (no prior experience required) – Urology Center-USA, Inc
- Physical Therapy Technician – Point Performance Medicine
- Learning Support Survey
Please fill out this 5-minute anonymous survey to help us strengthen our academic support services. It is open until the end of March. Learning Supports Student Survey
- Engaged Summer Fellows Program (due 4/1)
The Engaged Summer Program is a 10-week experience open to undergraduate and graduate students. Starting in June, students are matched with a community partner to work on a project at the community partner site.
- Students are paid for this experiential learning experience; Students work 25-30 hours per week over the course of the program.
- Learn about the ways non-profit organizations impact the community.
- Gain hands-on experiences and build skills to strengthen your resume.
When?
The program begins June 3rd and ends August 9th
Application deadline: April 1, 2024
How do I apply?
- View the list of community partner projects on our website.
- Complete the application on Handshake and select up to three agencies to be matched with.
- If you are selected, you’ll interview with those three agencies on April 11th or 12th.
- For more information, please visit our website: https://cecil.gmu.edu/students/engaged-summer-program
- UCS Scholarship for Unpaid Internships (due 4/1)
University Career Services is now collecting applications for the Scholarship for Unpaid Internships for Summer 2024! The Scholarship for Unpaid Internships provides financial support to students who would not be able to participate in an internship experience in their chosen field without it. Students may receive up to $2000 for the summer semester. The Scholarship for Unpaid Internship is open to all Mason students (undergraduate and graduate) pursuing an unpaid internship. Applications are due April 1st at 11:55 pm. Please share with your students who are considering interning this summer.
- Health Services Mentorship Program Opportunity
Interested in mentoring students?
- May through August opportunity to support the Health Services Mentorship Program
- HSMP recruits high school students of underrepresented backgrounds to conduct health services research during the summer.
- Projects are mentored under PhD students. Looking for undergrads to support program and research projects.
- If interested contact by April 12th
Jonathan Sanchez (jsanche@gmu.edu)
PhD Student, Biosciences
- KEEN Volunteer Opportunity
KEEN Greater DC is a dynamic and impactful non-profit organization dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. KEEN has been at the forefront of providing unique and inclusive recreational programs for children, teens, and young adults facing developmental and physical disabilities at no cost to families and caregivers. Our mission is “to empower the youth with disabilities by providing them with free non-competitive one-on-one programs of exercise, fitness, and fun led by volunteer coaches“.
In Virginia, we have programs at Irving Middle School (100 Old Keene Mill Rd, Springfield, VA 22152). Our programs run on Sundays, the first and third Sunday of each month, from 9:45-12:15 pm. We still have numerous dates available this academic year. Please view the flyer for more information or you can visit our website at keengreaterdc.org.
- GeorgeSquared Information Session & Open House (4/3 & 4/26)
The Advanced Biomedical Sciences (ABS) graduate certificate is a program offered jointly by George Mason University and Georgetown University Medical Center (GUMC).
This program is designed for students who have all of their core coursework and extracurricular prerequisites for medical, dental or other health-related fields, but otherwise have a comparatively limited science background (non-science majors with only the pre-health curricular core, for example), modest grades in the sciences as undergraduates, and/or also need to improve their Medical College Admission Test, Dental Admission Test, or other pre-professional scores. This is a 9-month, 20-credit, full-time program that begins each fall semester. Most classes are held at George Mason University’s Science and Technology Campus in Manassas, Virginia with cadaveric anatomy labs held at GUMC.
Online Information Session:
- Wednesday, April 3rd at 5:30 PM
The Virtual Information Session will include a presentation/webinar about the program and the opportunity to chat with program staff. Please complete the survey at the bottom of the page (https://science.gmu.edu/georgesquared/information-sessions) if you want to participate in an Online Information Session.
Check your junk or spam folder for day-of logistics, zoom links, etc. in case you did not receive it. Our program email for this session sometimes ends in the junk or spam folder in the past.
In-Person Open House:
- Friday, April 26, 2024
- The in-person Open House will include a presentation about the program, the opportunity to chat with program staff, a lunch with current students, and the opportunity to sit-in on current classes on campus.
- Tentative Schedule of Events:10:15 am Arrival / Meet & Greet | KJH 30810:30 – 11:00 am Sit-in on the Physiology – Lecture Class |Dr. Watson | KJH 13111:00 – 12:00 pm Presentation from Director| Dr. William Hahn | KJH 31412:00 – 12:45 pm Lunch and current student Panel | KJH 31412:45 – 1:00 pm Campus Tour | Kristen Wever
- The in-person Open House will include a presentation about the program, the opportunity to chat with program staff, a lunch with current students, and the opportunity to sit-in on current classes on campus.
- Smithsonian Mason School of Conservation Prospective Student Tour (4/12)
Friday, April 12th
Tour Participants will:
- enjoy a guided, late-morning van tour of one of the most incredible conservation research facilities in the world;
- dine with current students and staff in our on-site, all-you-can-eat Dining Hall;
- step inside a dorm room, and see the classrooms and labs where course activities take place; and
- learn about the exciting, hands-on, immersive educational opportunities that await you as an SMSC semester student!
- Public Service Awards for Graduate Students Virtual Info Session (4/18)
Have you ever wanted to explore careers in foreign service in the U.S.? Do you want to build these skills domestically and overseas? If so, join us to talk all about specific Public Service Awards!
The Office of Fellowships will be hosting a virtual info session on Apr 18 to talk all about specific Public Service Awards: Pickering, Rangel, and Payne awards. Signup on Mason360! Questions? Please reach out to PGFS@gmu.edu.
Please note that these Public Service Awards are only available to graduate student level U.S. citizens.
Apr 18: https://cglink.me/2d7/r2261985
- Celebrating National Undergraduate Research Week (4/15-4/19)
Every year, the US celebrates National Undergraduate Research Week. This year it is April 15-19. OSCAR will host events on campus during that week. There will be information kiosks, social events, and presentations from OSCAR and tother Mason units, showcasing undergraduate research, creative activities, and community engagement projects. Join us to celebrate undergraduate student projects and learn opportunities to get started in research. Stay tuned for more details!
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program Virtual Info Sessions (4/17 & 4/30)
Come learn about the Fulbright U.S. Student Program, which can take you to one of over 140 countries to study, do research, or work as an English teaching assistant. Applicants that will have completed a Bachelor’s degree by Spring 2024 can apply.
The Office of Fellowships will host virtual info sessions on April 17 and April 30. Sign up on Mason360 and email PGFS@gmu.edu if you have questions. Please note the Fulbright U.S. Student Program is only available to U.S. citizens.
Apr 17: https://cglink.me/2d7/r2261982
Apr 30: https://cglink.me/2d7/r2261983
- OSCAR Celebration of Student Scholarship and Impact (4/29-5/3)
OSCAR holds the celebration three times a year, inviting undergraduate students to share their projects with the Mason community and celebrate what other Mason undergraduate students have accomplished this year. Save the date for our Spring Celebration! It is an in-person event with poster presentation sessions, musical performances, videos, food trucks, and more. We encourage you to announce this opportunity to your students to participate in the Celebration. For students who want to present their research projects or creative activities, check out https://celebration.oscar.gmu.edu/submission-materials/ for more information.
- EMS Club: General Body Meeting (TODAY)
Date: Fri, Mar 29, 2024
Time: 3 PM – 4 PM
Location: JC 326 Meeting Room B
Registration: https://mason360.gmu.edu/EMS/rsvp_boot?id=2265632
Join the EMS Club for our March General Body Meeting: we will be playing educational games, have an educational slideshow, and going over some patient scenarios! We will also have pizza!
- MedNet; Premeds Unite Club: General Body Meeting (TODAY)
Date: Fri, Mar 29, 2024
Time: 3 PM – 4 PM
Location: Johnson Center, Room 120
Registration: https://mason360.gmu.edu/MedNet/rsvp_boot?id=2266247
Please join us this Friday, March 29th, 2024, for our inaugural general student body meeting at JC room 120, starting at 5:45 PM! We are delighted to host guest speaker Tohfe Beidas, who will share her invaluable insights, tips, and tricks based on her past experiences with the MCAT Exam. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!
- Kinesiology Club: Pickleball Event (TOMORROW)
Date: Sat, Mar 30, 2024
Time: 3:00-5:00 PM
Location: Fairfax Campus – RAC Pickleball Court A
Come join us Saturday, March 30th from 3-5pm at the Fairfax campus RAC pickleball court A. Come show off your pickleball skills and compete in friendly matches with other players. All skill levels are welcome. Don’t have a paddle? No problem! Equipment will be provided.
- American Society of Biomechanics: National Biomechanics Day (4/9)
Date: Tue, Apr 9, 2024
Time: 5 PM – 6 PM
Location: Westlawn Elementary School
Registration: https://mason360.gmu.edu/ASBGMU/rsvp_boot?id=2266101
Outreach for the field of biomechanics, teaching youth in the local community about what biomechanics is.
- Pre-Pharmacy Honor Society: DIY Hand Sanitizer w/ Pre-Pharms (4/10)
Date: Wed, Apr 10, 2024
Time: 2:00-3:45 PM
Location: HUB, Meeting Room 1
Make your own spray hand sanitizer with the Pre-Pharmacy Honor Society! You do not need to bring your own materials. You do need to bring your $10 dues, however.
- Premedical Society: Med School Application Walk Through with 3rd Year UVA Med Student (4/10)
Date: Wed, Apr 10, 2024
Time: 6 PM – 7 PM
Location: CLASSROOM (FAIRFAX): STUDENT COMPUTER
Registration: https://mason360.gmu.edu/PreMed/rsvp_boot?id=2262063
Looking for advice on the application? What to know what stands out on applications? How to write a good personal statement? What to write in the activities section? Join us in discussing and navigating through the above with 3rd year UVA Med student!
- Pre-Physician Assistant Society: Guest Speaker (4/11)
Date: , Apr 11, 2024
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Zoom
Registration: Please check back the Events page later for more details.
Join us to speak with Avery, who has recently been accepted to PA school to learn about the journey of what it takes to get there.
- Kinesiology Club: CSCS Study Night (4/15)
Date: Mon, Apr 15, 2024
Time: 6:00-8:00 PM
Location: https://gmu.zoom.us/j/5119240625?omn=91663696652
Join us for a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists (CSCS) Study Session! The NSCA CSCS certification is super valuable – attend the event to learn more and get a boost on test prep!
- Pre-Physician Assistant Society: Guest Speaker (4/18)
Date: , Apr 18, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Registration: Please check back the Events page later for more details.
Join us to meet Kara, a PA-S2 to learn more about how to navigate through PA school.
- Nutrition in Medicine Club: April Meeting (4/24)
Date: Wed, Apr 24, 2024
Time: 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: The HUB Meeting Room 1 and 2
Registration: https://mason360.gmu.edu/NMC/rsvp_boot?id=2266265
Join us for an evening of destress, socializing, and enjoyment. We will be offering healthy teas which will be made during the event, as well as catering from the Bawadi Mediterranean Grill restaurant. We will also be holding some fun activities during the event, such as a movie, games, and lively discussion.
- MEDLIFE: Q&A with Local Doctors! (4/24)
Date: Wed, Apr 24, 2024
Time: 5 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: JC Room B
Registration: https://mason360.gmu.edu/MEDLIFEatGMU/rsvp_boot?id=2265613
We will be bringing in a panel of doctors with different backgrounds. You will have the chance to ask them questions after getting to know them and their stories!
- Pre-Pharmacy Honor Society: Study Session (4/25)
Date: Thurs, Apr 25, 2024
Time: 7:30-8:30 PM
Location: HUB, Meeting Room 1
Study alongside other Pre-Pharmacy Honor Society members.
- Pre-Physician Assistant Society: University of Maryland, Baltimore PA Program Faculty Guest Speakers (4/30)
Date: Tue, Apr 30, 2024
Time: 3 PM – 6 PM
Location: Johnson Center, 326, Meeting Room B, Fairfax Campus
Registration: https://mason360.gmu.edu/PrePAS/rsvp_boot?id=2266207
The speakers of this event will inform members about UMB’s PA program! UMB’s Director of admissions will provide an insight through her side of the application reviewing. Professor Gargiulo will provide information regarding her journey of becoming a PA-C and being a professor at UMB!
- VCU School of Dentistry Opportunities
Thank you for your interest in VCU School of Dentistry. Our admissions team is here to help from the moment you consider applying to when you enroll.
Academic advising appointments: If you have questions about prerequisites, application process, or interviewing, set up an advising appointment by clicking an available date on the calendar below. We strongly encourage that you attend advising BEFORE the beginning of the cycle during which you plan to apply as advising appointments are for candidates preparing to apply in the future. These appointments are intended for prospective students of the four-year D.D.S. program.
VCU School of Dentistry tour: On select Friday afternoons, VCU School of Dentistry will offer prospective D.D.S. applicants an opportunity to tour our state-of-the-art facility in-person!
Please visit our website for more information and to sign-up for a school tour.
- UVA Day at the Medical School (TODAY)
We look forward to hosting everyone for our Day at the Medical School virtual event. The virtual event will take place on Friday, March 29th with a general info session from 1pm – 3pm. The session will include a speaker and panelists to answer your students’ questions related to admissions and life as a student. There is no need to RSVP for this event. Please feel free to share the Zoom link for the general session with your pre-medical/health students. Zoom details below:
General Session Zoom (1pm – 3pm):
https://virginia.zoom.us/j/94904302275?pwd=aUZEc012d1hKUjlWODRCdDRtZDQ4UT09
- Perisie Medical School Scholarship (due 4/1)
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.
Deadline to Apply is extended to April 1st, 2024
Scholarship Information: https://williamsburgcommunityfoundation.org/2023/11/01/perisie-medical-school-scholarship/
Application: https://williamsburgcommunityfoundation.org/apply-for-a-scholarship-3/
- Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Virtual Admissions Seminar (4/4)
We are happy to share with you our next Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Virtual Admissions Seminar scheduled for Thursday, April 4th at 4:00pm. The session will be a great opportunity to learn more about Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (NJMS), including all aspects of our application process, interview tips, curriculum, clinical and research opportunities, student life and support services, etc.
Registration can be completed by visiting: njms.rutgers.edu/admissions/admissionsSeminar.php
2024 NJMS Admissions Seminar 4.4
If you have any questions or would like additional information, please feel free to contact The Office of Admissions at (973) 972-4631.
- University of Maryland School of Medicine Open House (4/6)
The UMSOM Office of Admissions is hosting an Open House for prospective students interested in the MD, MD/PhD, or MD/Master’s program on Saturday, April 6th. This is a hybrid event. Whether a person attends in person or virtually, they need to fill out the registration form. Please share with your students.
Registration form – https://www.medschool.umaryland.edu/admissions/your-path-to-medical-school/2024-open-house/
- AAMC Virtual Medical School Fair (4/10-4/12)
The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) invites you to attend the Virtual Medical School Fair, April 10-12.
Your FREE registration includes a 15% discount* on a 1-or 2-year subscription to the Medical School Admissions Requirements™ (MSAR®)website.
For the first time ever, this year’s fair will feature three days of invaluable opportunities for you to connect with experts to help you prepare to apply to medical school.
- Wednesday, April 10: Attend live information sessions with Q&A’s on topics related to applying for, attending, and financing medical school.
- Thursday, April 11: Live chat with representatives from medical schools across the United States.
- Friday, April 12: Engage with representatives from postbaccalaureate and special master’s programs to ask about their admission requirements, advising services, and medical school acceptance rates.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with admissions officers, current medical students, application services, and the AAMC. Gain valuable insights into the medical school application process, financial aid, the MCAT®exam, the AMCAS® application, the SHPEP program, and more.
In 2023, the AAMC Virtual Medical School Fairs attracted over 19,000 attendees from across the world, and this year promises to be even more impactful. As always, AAMC Virtual Medical School Fairs are free and open to all attendees interested in a career in medicine.
This webinar will prepare applicants for the 2025 AMCAS application cycle. Attendees will receive a walkthrough of the AMCAS application, learn what’s new in the application, and available AMCAS application resources. Register today!
Wed Apr 17 2024 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
- ATSU Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine Virtual Info Sessions (upcoming date: 4/23)
Join us for one of the virtual information sessions below to learn more about the integrative curriculum, community, and student experience at A.T. Still University’s Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (KCOM).
- April 23rd at 12:00pm CST
- May 21st at 12:00pm CST
Admissions staff and student ambassadors will be available to answer questions live.
- Choose DO Medical School Virtual Expo (5/1)
Date: May 1, 2024
Time: Noon – 6:00 PM, Eastern Time
About: Meet virtually with colleges of osteopathic medicine nationwide to learn about becoming a physician. This event is free for all prospective students and advisors to attend. Learn more.
Registration: https://www.careereco.com/Fair/EventDetails?fairId=be8182c0-f372-4daa-a164-b13300f4e164
Questions? Email choosedo@aacom.org
- 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 (upcoming date: 4/12)
Information sessions are designed for people who are interested in apply to the Master of Occupational Therapy program. You will learn about the courses, fieldwork experiences, the JMU (James Madison University) community, admission requirements, and about how to apply JMU’s OT Program. Most sessions provide you with an opportunity to meet JMU OT Program faculty and current OT students and an opportunity to have your questions answered.
During the 2023-2024 academic year, the program will offer in-person information sessions that include tours of OT Program spaces in the Health and Behavioral Studies Building.
Virtual information sessions will be offered a few times a year for applicants who are unable to visit in-person.
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
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- Friday April 12, 2024 (in-person)
Summer 2024 Sessions will be scheduled from 10:30-11:30 am
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- Friday, May 17, 2024 (in-person)
- Mary Baldwin University Occupational Therapy Program Info Sessions & Campus Visits (4/12 & 4/16)
Join OTD Program faculty for sessions to learn more about the occupational therapy profession, the MBU OTD program, and tips to make your application stand out!
MBU OT Info Session Dates (Spring 2024)
Mary Baldwin OT flyer 5-22-23
OT & Pediatrics Infographic
OT & Mental Health Practice Infographic
OT & Pediatrics Infographic
Virtual Drop-In Chats
- April 16th (3 pm)
OT Program Open House
Learn more about the OT program, explore OT classrooms & labs, meet faculty & students, talk with financial aid, and more!
Friday April 12th (3:00-5:30pm)
- 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
- New Club Alert: Pre-Optometry Club
The Pre-Optometry Club of George Mason University is an organization which serves the needs of students interested in Optometry. We want to educate, encourage, and exchange academic and life experiences with students interested in vision health. Information about the Schools of Optometry in the United States, pre-requisite requirements, and the Optometry Admissions Test (OAT) will be provided. We invite local optometrists, school representatives, and current optometry students as guest speakers. Future plans include fundraising for eye health organizations, volunteering and leadership opportunities. Join us on Mason360: https://mason360.gmu.edu/preopt/home/
- AOA/AOSA Opportunities in Optometry Grants
To promote diversity and equity in the optometric profession for generations to come, the American Optometric Association (AOA) and the American Optometric Student Association (AOSA) have created the AOA/AOSA Opportunities in Optometry Grant program. This fund is designed as a one-time $1500 stipend for under-represented minority students interested in the field of optometry to help defray the costs associated with applying to optometry school.
The Opportunities in Optometry application deadlines are April 1, July 1, and November 1. Please give us up to 60 days after the deadline to review applications and inform you if you are a grant recipient. Note that if you apply in between deadlines that we will not begin reviewing applications until the next posted deadline (4/1, 7/1, or 11/1), so allow 60 days after the nearest deadline before reaching out about your application status. If you have questions on the application, please reach out to the Optometry Cares Program Manager, Molly Brown, at mbrown@aoa.org.
- Eye on Success Summer Program (due 4/8)
On behalf of the Southern College of Optometry admissions team, I’d like to announce our 2024 Eye on Success Pre-Optometry Summer Program for Underrepresented Minority Students.
Program Dates: June 4-6, 2024
Application Deadline: Monday, April 8
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Eye on Success is a program that exposes underrepresented minority students to a career in optometry through panels, Q&As, and immersive activities.
If you know of a student either interested in pursuing optometry or curious to learn more, then be sure to let them know about this event! This year, Eye on Success will be in person and held on SCO’s campus in Memphis, TN.
Eye on Success is open to prospective optometry students who meet the following criteria:
- Students From Racial & Ethnic Minority Groups (Including First Generation College Students)
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Currently Enrolled in an Undergraduate, Post-Baccalaureate, or Graduate Program. Students in the midst of a gap year are also eligible.
Eye on Success Application Requirements:
- Completed Application
- Copy of Official Transcript
- Personal Statement
If selected for Eye on Success, students will receive:
- $500 Travel Stipend (if applicable)
- Free Housing
- Most Meals Paid
Attached is flyer describing the program; please feel free to share it with prospective students.
Thank you, and should you have any questions about Eye on Success, you can reach me at acunningham@sco.eduor call 901-722-3227.
- UIW Rosenberg School of Optometry Information Sessions (upcoming date: 4/17)
The University of the Incarnate Word Rosenberg School of Optometry invites you to attend one of our information sessions. This session will allow you to understand what UIW Rosenberg School of Optometry admissions is looking for in a candidate. We will discuss what makes a candidate competitive, what RSO has to offer, cost of tuition, and answer any questions. All of these sessions will be the same, no need to come to all. For more information, please visit: https://optometry.uiw.edu/admissions/doctor-of-optometry/admission-events.html
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 6 – 7 p.m. CST
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 6 – 7 p.m. CST
- Herbert Wertheim School of Optometry & Vision Science Virtual Info Sessions (upcoming date: 4/24)
Presenting – So You Want to Apply to the Herbert Wertheim School of Optometry & Vision Science? This 45 minute to 1 hour webinar will cover:
- Why Berkeley Optometry
- How to Prepare for Admissions
- Updates on our Application Process
- Discussions on Application Strategy
- Time for Q&A at the End
Wednesday, April 24th at 1:00pm PST: REGISTER
Tuesday, May 21st at 2:00pm: REGISTER
Friday, June 14th at 3:00pm PST: REGISTER
Monday, July 22nd at 5:00pm PST: REGISTER
- Southern College of Optometry Information Sessions (upcoming date: 4/29)
Join us for online information sessions to learn more about SCO, optometry, The Eye Center and more.
Stay Calm & Carry On: SCO Student Resources & Services
Wednesday, February 28 | 11:00AM CT
Facilitator: Dr. Janette Pepper, Coordinator of Student Diversity & Inclusion & Dr. Carrie Lebowitz, Director of Academic Support Services
Registration URL: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_EpbvP-IgS6OE0km4-Hp6BQ
Here at Southern College of Optometry, we understand that many stressors impact our students every day. Not only are they working through a challenging curriculum, but they’re also living in a brand new city, with brand new people and a brand new environment. Especially in these unprecedented times, SCO students need the support of a community now more than ever.
During this webinar, our Coordinator of Student Diversity & Inclusion and the Director of Academic Support Services will discuss just what this community has done and will continue to do to ensure all of our students feel seen, heard, engaged, and supported throughout their time at SCO.
For more information, please visit: https://www.sco.edu/online-information-sessions
Webinar Schedule
Monday, April 29 at 9:00AM CT – Preparing for the OAT
Wednesday, May 22 at 12:00PM CT – How to Be a Competitive Applicant
Friday, June 21 at 4:00PM CT — A Preview of SCO’s Curriculum & Academic Program
Monday, July 22 at 9:00AM CT — The SCO Campus & Clinical Facilities
- UIW Rosenberg School of Optometry Summer Optometry Institute (SOI)
UIW Rosenberg School of Optometry (UIWRSO) welcomes all Pre-Health and Pre-Optometry students to apply to the Summer Optometry Institute (SOI). This unique program is hosted on-campus at UIWRSO. We will accept junior and senior undergraduates, 8 – 12 students and anticipate a competitive applicant pool.
Deadline to Apply: Friday, May 31, 2024
3 Day Event: Monday July 8th – Wednesday July 10th
Learn more here: Summer Optometry Institute
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/92N0qB5BuL
- VCU Pharmacy Open Houses (upcoming date: 4/5)
Open Houses are open to anyone interested in the Pharm.D. program at VCU School of Pharmacy. Attending an Open House gives you the opportunity to:
- Learn more about our Pharm.D. program
- Ask questions about the admissions process
- Tour the MCV campus
- Get a sense of student life from current Pharm.D. students
Please click on a date below to register for an Open House!
- University of Maryland School of Pharmacy Open House (4/6)
Attached is a digital flyer for our open house for the PharmD and MS/PhD programs at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy which will be part of our UMB Campus open house in Baltimore on Saturday, April 6 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Pharmacy4Me Events Calendar
Come take a look at our events calendar to learn about pharmacy-related events: https://pharmacyforme.org/events/list/
- Duke Summer Discovery Program (due 3/31)
The following summer opportunity was shared from a GMU student that participated in this program a few years ago:
It’s called the Duke Summer Discovery Program and it’s a week long in person and hybrid experience for students interested in PT. You get to stay on campus, eat for free, tour the labs, meet with current students, speak to faculty, and they offer career mentoring after the program. It’s incredible, and all students pay for is travel to go down there.
Are you interested in the profession of Physical Therapy or related healthcare fields? If your answer is yes, then the Duke DPT Summer Discovery Program was created with you in mind!
2024 SDP Session: June 10–14, 2024
Apply today! | Deadline: March 31 at 11:59 p.m. EST
The Program
The Summer Discovery Program is designed to expose undergraduate students with a keen interest in PT to the profession of physical therapy and to the Duke DPT experience. This program is for students interested in the profession of physical therapy, especially those from demographic communities that are currently underrepresented among licensed physical therapists.This is an intensive week that will immerse participants completely in the profession of physical therapy. At the end of this week, participants will have gained exposure to multiple areas in the profession and have the information needed to be more competitive and to more effectively matriculate into Doctor of Physical Therapy programs.Participants will have access to some of the top faculty in the profession of physical therapy and receive mentorship from current Duke DPT students, faculty, local clinicians, and admission specialists.
Objectives
Participation in the Duke DPT Summer Discovery Program will provide engaged structured exposure to:
- Physical therapy as a profession, including career tracks and specialties
- Duke DPT course content and learning opportunities
- Meaningful interactions with current students, faculty, alumni, and staff
- Mentorship as it relates to the DPT program, application and matriculation process
- Continued mentorship after the conclusion of the program
Eligibility
- Currently be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate institution as a Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior.
* Students who have completed their undergraduate degree and/or are enrolled in graduate programs can apply, but SDP will prioritize students currently enrolled as undergraduates. - Have an undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Fulfill one or more of the following:
- Underrepresented Minority
- First-generation to go to college
- Economically Disadvantaged
- Interested in serving underserved populations
For more information, please visit: https://medschool.duke.edu/education/health-professions-education-programs/doctor-physical-therapy-program/diversity-equity/dpt-summer-discovery-program
- APTA DPT Virtual Fair (4/24)
Are you interested in becoming a physical therapist? APTA is hosting a FREE physical therapist education virtual fair on April 24, 2024.
This fair will allow you to participate in live chats with Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) programs from across the country. Use the fair to find the best DPT program for you, ask questions from the comfort of your computer, and get tips on how to best prepare for the admissions process. You must register in advance for this free event. Register today!
- University of Delaware DPT Open House (5/4)
On behalf of the University of Delaware Department of Physical Therapy (UDPT), I am pleased to invite students from George Mason University to our annual hybrid Open House! The event will occur on Saturday, May 4, from 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM EDT. Attendees will have an opportunity to learn more about the Doctor of Physical Therapy program from our faculty and current students, through an overview and Q&A session, student panel, and tour. Additional details and a registration form can be found on our Visit and Connect page.
Please forward this invitation to pre-physical therapy and pre-health students at your institution, as well as other appropriate offices and contacts. Students are welcome to reach out to us at pt-admissions@udel.edu or 302-831-8910 with any questions.
- Shenandoah University MS in Physician Assistant Studies Webinar (upcoming date: 4/6)
Information session for current college students or graduates interested in applying to the Master of Physician Assistant Studies program at Shenandoah University.
- University of Pittsburgh Physician Assistant Studies Information Sessions (upcoming date: 4/12)
Please join us for our Physician Assistant Studies (Residential Program) Information Sessions. The Information Sessions are a great opportunity to meet with selected current students and one of our faculty members who will answer your questions and provide information about the program and admission requirements. Registration is required for the Information Sessions, but it’s easy! Simply click on the date you’re able to attend and complete the short form. You will receive a confirmation email once you register. See below for a complete schedule of upcoming sessions. All sessions will be held in eastern time. Register and choose the date that fits your schedule!
- DATE CHANGE: April 3, 2024: noon to 1 p.m. ET
- JMU Physician Assistant Virtual Information Session (upcoming date: 4/19)
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.
Information sessions are held virtually over Zoom.
April 19, 2024 12 NOON EST
* 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://www.jmu.edu/chbs/healthprof/pa/information-sessions.shtml
- George Washington Physician Assistant Program On-Campus Information Session (4/26)
Learn more about GW’s PA program, how to apply, and how to strengthen your application at our virtual information session. The session will be hosted by a member of faculty and an admissions representative. Please register for the event using the link below:
Ross Hall (2300 I St NW, Washington, DC 20052)
- PAEA Physician Assistant Virtual Fair (5/8)
The Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA) invites you to register for the Physician Assistant Virtual Fair on May 8th from 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. ET. This is a free event for all students who are interested in exploring a career as a PA. Students will be able to:
• Chat with reps from several PA programs, PAEA, and CASPA
• Ask questions about changes to admissions requirements due to COVID-19
• Attend live presentations and Q&As from current students and practicing PAs
• Discover what makes PA one of the top health professions
• And more!
Registration: https://www.careereco.com/Fair/FairOrganizationsv2?fairId=d8c5d051-cc71-4254-8657-b0b2012a94d6
- PAEA Diversity Recruitment Virtual Fair (7/10)
The PA Diversity Recruitment Virtual Fair is a free, virtual event designed with you in mind. Please join us for this in-depth look at what it means to be a PA and how to apply to PA school. This event will include presentations with live questions and answers from current PA students, practicing PAs, and admissions representatives.
You can find a full virtual event schedule below. The PA Diversity Recruitment Virtual Fair will be happening live, online, on July 10 from 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. ET! Registration is free, so make sure you get your spot now.
- 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.
June 7-14, 2024
Application deadline: April 21, 2024
https://podiatry.temple.edu/admissions/internship-programs
- Shenandoah University MS in Speech-Language Pathology Virtual Information Session (4/17)
- AAVMC In-Person Pre-Veterinary Career Fair (4/13)
The AAVMC is excited to be bring back the in-person pre-veterinary student Career Fair in Washington, DC!
April 13, 2024 | 1:00 pm ET – 5:00 PM ET | Grand Hyatt Washington
Register to attend this no-cost event.
- Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine Open House (4/20)
All-day activities, lectures, demonstrations, merchandise sales, and club booths for all ages! Discover how we’re making a difference in the world of veterinary medicine and public health. Meet faculty, tour the college, learn about our programs, and enjoy food and activities. This is the perfect chance to explore how we can join hands in protecting and improving animal, human, and environmental health. For more information, visit: https://vetmed.vt.edu/about/open-house.html
Date: April 20, 2024
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- VMCAS 2025 Hub Webinars
Enroll in the VMCAS 2025 Hub to access previous and upcoming webinars.
More coming soon!
- Camp Promise Volunteer Opportunity
Are you a motivated, energetic and responsible individual? Ever wanted to go to summer camp? We thought so! We are actively seeking people like you for Camp Promise in the Northeastern Pennsylvania area!! The backbone of our program is our volunteers.Typically, volunteers who serve as counselors are patient and creative.They also have an upbeat disposition, as well as an interest in serving our population of campers with a range of neuromuscular diseases. This is a rare and unique opportunity for anyone wanting to pursue a career in the medical field, health sciences, any public service profession, or anyone wanting to make a difference!
The mission of Camp Promise is to provide a FREE barrier-free, overnight camp for kids, teens, and adults with neuromuscular diseases—regardless of age, capability, or ability to pay. Our camper-focused programming builds independence, confidence, and life skills through traditional camp activities and by bringing campers new experiences through adaptation, technology, and creativity.
As a camp counselor, you would work one-on-one with the same camper for the duration of the camp session. You would serve as your camper’s primary caregiver and are responsible for being a friend to your camper throughout the week. You will also assist and encourage all campers to participate in activities, assist other counselors in providing personal care (which can include bathing, toileting, eating, etc.) to their campers, and guide campers in their personal growth and acquisition of independence. If camp counselor doesn’t sound like your jam, please reach and we will work together to find the right fit.
Being a volunteer is an overnight position – lodging and meals are provided at no charge for the week. Volunteers will earn 146 hours of community service, along with a life-changing experience and the most amazing memories to last a lifetime!! Come and experience the magic of Camp Promise with us!
Camp Promise East
Arrowhead Bible Camp- Brackney, PA.
August 10 – August 16, 2024
To see the full job descriptions of all of our positions, visit our website at: https://www.jettfoundation.org/camp-promise/volunteers/
To apply for any of the below positions, visit: https://www.jettfoundation.org/camp-promise/apply-today to start your application today!!
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- VCU Allied Health Career Exploration (AHCE)
Eligibility requirements
Any rising and current college freshmen, sophomores and juniors who are interested in patient counseling, medical laboratory sciences, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, rehabilitation counseling, radiation sciences, health administration and gerontology as health careers.
Program description
AHCE is a two-week residential summer program for students interested in any of the nine health career programs offered by the VCU College of Health Professions. Participants meet weekdays for full-day department/degree program admissions information, hands-on and interactive activities within each discipline, workshops on current healthcare topics, interviewing skills, resume development and more. AHCE participants receive the necessary information to pursue a College of Health Professions application process.
Lunch and any resource materials required to participate in the program will be provided at no cost to participants. Commitment to full attendance, including an orientation session and closing event, is required to participate.
Participants Receive:
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A stipend of $300 and free VCU housing for the duration of the program
Dates
June 10 – 21, 2024
Regular decision deadline: Apr 1, 2024
Location
VCU Health Campus
Contact information
VCU P.A.T.H.S. Team at (804) 827-0982 or seekpathsapp@vcu.edu.
- 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
*Posting these test prep resources is for information purposes only and does not imply endorsements by GMU Health Professions.
- DAT/OAT Destroyer
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- Erudition’s PAT (Perceptual Ability Test) Prep for the DAT
I wanted to reach out and share some super helpful free PAT resources with pre-dental students in Pre-Health Advising. We’d love for students at George Mason University to be aware of these amazing study materials when preparing for their DAT, as we’re sure they will make learning the perceptual ability problems a lot easier! These free materials, like all of Erudition’s materials, provide lots of clear graphics and visual aids, which have helped our students get the hang of PAT problems more quickly and effectively.
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@eruditionpat
Our information pages go over the rules of PAT problems, example problems, and tips and strategies for each type of PAT problem:
- PAT overview
- Intro to Keyhole problems
- Intro to Top-front-end problems
- Intro to Angle ranking problems
- Intro to Hole punching problems
- Intro to Cube counting problems
Intro to Pattern folding problems
Students can sign up for a free account at eruditionprep.com/pat and start studying using our free access question banks (select question banks from our course) and free ADA explanations (detailed explanations for ADA sample items).
- Altius Resources
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- Blueprint Resources
- 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 upcoming 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.
nother series of free, expert-led MCAT and Med School events is here—and we want to share the details with you so you can pass them along to your students.
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How to Score 520+ on the MCAT
Tuesday, April 9th
8:00 pm ET
It’s no secret that a top score on the MCAT exam can drastically improve your chance of admission into med school. Learn the planning strategies it takes to make a top score your reality, directly from an MCAT expert who has scored a 520+.
How to Prep for the MCAT Over the Summer
Wednesday, April 24th
8:00 pm ET
If you’re planning to prepare for the MCAT over summer break, attending this event is a must! Our 520+ scoring MCAT teacher will walk through study plans and tools you need (and pitfalls to avoid) for success.
- The Princeton Review Resources
Student success is at the heart of everything we do. Get your prep on! For MCAT and Admission Resources, please visit https://linktr.ee/tprevents.
