Health Professions Newsletter: 8/30/24

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

PRE-HEALTH	NEW! Health Professions Advising is Hiring! NEW! Fall 2024 Pre-Health Drop-Ins NEW! Fall 2024 Get Connected Fair (9/4) NEW! Office of Undergraduate Education Open House (9/4) NEW! Free Tutoring For Select Courses NEW! NHMA College Health Scholars Program Applications (due 9/8) NEW! Office of Fellowships: General Fellowships Info Session (9/10) NEW! CECiL Civic Fellows Program Applications Arlington Free Clinic: Volunteers Needed NEW! McLean Volunteer Fire Department: Volunteers Needed & Open House (10/12) Career Services Opportunities (9/9-13, 9/16, 9/18) Health Professions Week 2024 (Sept 30th-Oct 4th) NEW! Future Leaders in Surgery Symposium for Underrepresented Students
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS	NEW! Premedical Society: How to Prepare for Med School Interviews (9/9) NEW! Pre-Optometry Club Meeting (9/10) NEW! MEDLIFE Interest Meeting (9/11) NEW! Pre-PA Society: General Body Meeting (9/11) NEW! Pre-PA Society: PA Guest Speaker (9/20) NEW! Premedical Society: PA Program- Salus at Drexel University (10/2)
DENTAL	Changes to ADA DAT Scoring and Reporting Coming Spring 2025
MEDICINE	Georgetown University School of Medicine Admissions Information Sessions (9/9, 9/17) NEW! AACOM Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | “Medical School Curriculum” (9/16) Choose DO Medical School Virtual Expo (9/25) NEW! NYITCOM Arkansas Information Session – Clinical Rotation (9/25) AACOM Osteopathic Medical College Recruiting Events
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY	George Mason University Pre-Occupational Therapy Society Interest NEW! George Washington University: eOTD Information Sessions (upcoming dates: 9/4, 9/17) NEW! James Madison University Master of Occupational Therapy Program Information Session (upcoming date: 9/13) Virginia Commonwealth University Occupational Therapy Information Sessions (upcoming dates: 9/13, 9/18) Occupational Therapy Virtual Admissions Fair (9/24) Shenandoah University Occupational Therapy Virtual Information Session (9/25)
OPTOMETRY	NEW! Salus at Drexel University Doctor of Optometry Program Podcast Herbert Wertheim School of Optometry & Vision Science Webinars (9/18) NEW! Southern College of  Optometry Online Information Sessions for Prospective Students (9/25) NEW! ASCO Optometry Virtual Fair (10/16) AOA/AOSA Opportunities in Optometry Grants
PHARMACY	Virtual Pharmacy School Fair (9/25) NEW! Virginia Commonwealth University Pharmacy Preview Day (10/14) Pharmacy4Me Events Calendar
PHYSICAL THERAPY	University of Pittsburgh DPT Small Information Sessions (upcoming dates: 9/5, 9/13, 9/23) NEW! University of Lynchburg DPT Information Sessions (upcoming dates: 9/12, 9/24) APTA DPT Virtual Fair (9/18) Old Dominion University DPT Q&A Sessions (upcoming dates: 9/24, 10/25) NEW! Marist DPT Program Information Sessions (10/2) NEW! George Washington University DPT Virtual Information Sessions (10/21 & 11/11)
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT	NEW! George Washington University PA Program Information Sessions (9/9)
PODIATRY	More to come soon!
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY	NEW! University of Virginia M.Ed. in Communication Sciences & Disorders In-Person Visitation Day  (9/13, 9/27) GW Department of Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences Graduate Open House (10/25)
VETERINARY	VMCAS 2025 Hub Webinars
OTHER PROFESSIONS	More to come soon!
SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES	More to come soon!

1. Medical Receptionist – DC Plastic Surgery Boutique
2. Medical Assistant – Whole Family Allergy and Immunotherapy
3. Ophthalmic Technician (Medical Assistant) – Office of Harry H. Huang, M.D., PA
4. Part Time Dental Assistant – Gary Kramer and Sara Bunin Pediatric Dentistry
5. Teacher Assistant – BrightSpring Health Services
6. Medical Assistant – McLean Dermatology and Skincare Center
7. Behavior Technician – Fairfax at Behavior Frontiers
8. Full Time Chiropractic Assistant $30-35/hour – District Injury and Spine Center
9. Junior Ophthalmic Technician – Office of Harry H. Huang, M.D., PA
10. Ophthalmology Administrative and Medical Assistant – Capital Vision
11. Optometric Technician – Northern Virginia Doctors of Optometry
12. Orthopedic Medical Assistant – Montgomery Sports Medicine Center
13. Medical Assistant – DC Retina Docs/Retina & Macular Disease Specialists
14. Dermatology Medical Assistant – District Dermatology
15. Certified Medical Assistant – ENT Specialty Partners
16. Medical assistant – Lifelong Wellness & Gynecology, PLLC
17. Chiropractic Assistant Intern – Taschler Spine & Rehab
18. Medical Assistant – Integrated Dermatology *Note: Recent grads only*

• Health Professions Advising is Hiring!

Interested in helping other Pre-Health students?

Have you seen our Health Professions Advising Newsletter?

Are you Federal Work Study Eligible (FWS) and an undergraduate student?

If yes, apply to our Undergraduate (Federal Work Study) Health Professions Research Assistant position (#9222043) in Handshake (gmu.joinhandshake.com/edu/jobs/9222043)! You’ll have an opportunity to work hybrid, update the newsletter monthly, and assist with our digital platforms!

• Fall 2024 Pre-Health Drop-Ins

Pre-Health Drop-Ins have returned! Drop–ins are brief meetings of 15 minutes or less and are offered on a first-come, first-served basis for current undergraduate students only; no appointment required. For more in-depth questions or if you are an alumni, please schedule an appointment.

• On Tuesdays, drop–ins will be virtual (gmu.zoom.us/j/91766172196) from 2:00 – 3:00 PM.
• On Wednesdays, drop–ins will be in-person (Johnson Center, Room 228) from 2:00-3:00 PM.

• Fall 2024 Get Connected Fair (9/4)

• Free Tutoring For Select Courses

• NHMA College Health Scholars Program Applications (due 9/8)

• Role: Provide guidance and support to emerging healthcare professionals
• Commitment: 30-minute monthly meetings
• Application Deadline: September 8th
• Apply Here

• Role: Receive 1-on-1 mentorship to navigate your academic and career goals
• Commitment: 30-minute monthly meetings
• Application Deadline: September 8th
• Apply Here

• Office of Fellowships: General Fellowships Info Session (9/10)

Have you ever wondered what a fellowship is? Do you want to find out which fellowships best suit you? If so, come and learn about opportunities that could provide travel opportunities and funding! Fellowships are awards that can give you money for research, study abroad, grad school and more! Come learn all about fellowships and how our office can help you apply.

Date: Tue, Sep 10, 2024
Time: 12 PM – 12:30 PM EDT
Location: Online
Registration: https://mason360.gmu.edu/masonfellows/rsvp_boot?id=2268510

Questions? Email us at [email protected].

This event is open for both undergraduate and graduate students, and please note that some fellowships may require US citizenship.

• CECiL Civic Fellows Program Applications

The Office of Community Engagement and Civic Learning (CECiL) is still recruiting for our 2024 Civic Fellows Program.  We are looking for students to fill spots at:

• GMU’s Office of Sustainability – Mason EcoReps Program
• Catholic Charities Migration Services
• The Creative And Performing Arts Center (CAPAC)
• Just Neighbors (students must speak Spanish)

In the program, students will work with community-based organizations on projects such as client intake, recruitment and outreach and program development, during this one-year academic program. Students accepted into the program will work 8-10 hours per week at the community partner site and also participate in bi-weekly meetings at George Mason’s Fairfax campus.

To learn more about the program and the organizations partnering with this year’s program, visit: https://cecil.gmu.edu/students/civic-fellows-program

To apply, click here!

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with a priority of September 13^th. Interviews will take place September 18^th and 19^th . If you have any questions about the application, email [email protected]

• Arlington Free Clinic: Volunteers Needed

My name is Maria Callapa, I am the Scribe Coordinator & Clinical EHR trainer at Arlington Free Clinic. I am writing to introduce our Scribe Program at Arlington Free Clinic. Our volunteer medical scribes play a crucial role in documenting for our volunteer providers, and they help AFC continue to provide quality health care to our community members in need. We are about to start recruiting for our Fall 2024 Scribe Cohort and we would love and appreciate you pushing this opportunity out to your current and recent students.

Scribe Program Overview:

• Role: Our scribes work closely with volunteer providers, documenting patient encounters in real time.
• Training: Scribes receive comprehensive 3-month training in medical terminology, documentation, EHR systems (Epic), and clinical workflows.
• Requirements: 1 year commitment of a weekly, 3-hour shift. Currently seeking scribes for daytime shifts (1:00pm – 3:00pm).
• Benefits:

• • Gain hands-on valuable experience in a clinical environment dedicated to serving and providing optimal care to low access patients.
  • Enhance your understanding of medical practices in the non-profit community.
  • Network with healthcare professionals.
  • Strengthen your application for medical school.

Why Choose Our Scribe Program?

• Quality: Our scribes receive rigorous training and support.
• Impact: By joining us, you contribute directly to AFCs mission of providing whole person comprehensive care to all its community members.

Thank you for supporting our mission to provide exceptional care to our community. If you have any questions or need additional information, please feel free to reach out.

Scribe Recruitment Flyer

Best regards,

Maria Callapa

• Career Services Opportunities (9/9-13, 9/16, 9/18)

Student Tip of the Month: Follow Employers on Handshake

Fall is busy for students, but it’s also a heavy recruiting time for employers with tons of events, fairs, information sessions and networking events. Students and alums can “follow” employers of interest on Handshake so they’ll be notified when their dream employers will be on campus, are hosting events or post new jobs. They can also filter their job and internships by “employers you follow” in the job search feature.

Coming up

September 9-13: Government Careers Week

September 16 @ noon: Handshake Highlight: Career Fair Research

September 16 @ 1: Real Talk: Professional Style on a Budget (in person)

September 18: Clearance Ready: Drug and Alcohol Use

September 19: Job Search for International Graduate Students

September 23: Prepare for the Fair

September 23 & 24: Resume Clinic

September 25 & 26: Fall Career Fair

• Health Professions Week 2024 (Sept 30th-Oct 4th)

• McLean Volunteer Fire Department: Volunteers Needed & Open House (10/12)

We are a diverse group of volunteers committed to serving the residents of McLean and Fairfax County. Our objective is to deliver exceptional fire, rescue, and emergency medical services and provide life safety education. Join us at our Open House!

Date: October 12, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: 1455 Laughlin Avenue, McLean, VA 22101

Volunteer Roles

• EMT, Paramedic, and Firefighter
• EMT school offered several times yearly through Fairfax County Fire and Rescue
• No experience necessary!

Visit our website for more information!

• Future Leaders in Surgery Symposium for Underrepresented Students

Dear Future Physicians,

The Future Leaders in Surgery Symposium for Underrepresented Students (FLXSUS) is a virtual series designed to bridge the gap between underrepresented undergraduates and surgical fields. Each symposium offers comprehensive exposure to specialties such as orthopedics, neurosurgery, otolaryngology, and plastic surgery.

High school and undergraduate students are highly encouraged to attend. Attendees will have access to extraordinary surgical cases, mentorship from attending faculty, residents, and medical students, and insights into groundbreaking research from renowned leaders. Participants will also receive a certificate and have the opportunity to connect with physicians and peers.

Symposium Dates:
– Plastic Surgery: Oct. 12 (9-3:30 PM EST)
– ENT: Oct. 19 (9-3:30 PM EST)
– Neurosurgery: Oct. 26 (9-3:30 PM EST)
– Orthopaedics: Nov. 2 (9-3:30 PM EST)
– In-person: Nov. 16 (9-4 PM EST, Durham, NC)

To join us, please submit an interest application here: http://linktr.ee/FLXSUS (fill out at earliest convenience)

Instagram: @flxsusempower
Please reach out to [email protected] for more information/any questions.

• Premedical Society: How to Prepare for Med School Interviews (9/9)

• Pre-Optometry Club Meeting (9/10)

• MEDLIFE Interest Meeting (9/11)

• Pre-PA Society: General Body Meeting (9/11)

Hi Everyone! On September 11th from 5-6pm we’ll be having our first General Body Meeting of the semester! Join us in The HUB VIP Room II to learn about the PA profession, get to know club officers, and meet other members interested in the PA profession. We’ll also be briefly going over some plans for the semester that will help you succeed as a pre-PA student!

• Pre-PA Society: PA Guest Speaker (9/20)

• Premedical Society: PA Program- Salus at Drexel University (10/2)

• Changes to ADA DAT Scoring and Reporting Coming Spring 2025

Starting March 1, 2025, the American Dental Association (ADA) will implement a new scoring model for the Dental Admission Test (DAT). Thus, the current 2-digit score reporting scale (1 to 30) will change to a 3-digit scale (200 to 600).

Here’s what it means for you:

1. No Content Changes: The good news is, there are no changes to the exam content!
2. More Accurate Scores: The new scoring model will provide a more accurate estimate of your skills, giving you and prospective dental schools more insight into your level of readiness for the rigors of dental school.
3. Unofficial Scores: The new scoring model requires additional analyses to provide a more precise score, so beginning March 1, 2025, unofficial score reports will not be available at the testing site.
4. Official Scores: The ADA will begin reporting the new scoring scale to ADEA AADSAS© (ADEA Associated American Dental School Application Service) beginning March 1, 2025 but will also continue to report historical 2-digit scores. Scores under both scoring models are considered valid.

See the DAT_Scoring_Change_Applicant_FAQ_June_2024 for detailed information about the change. To receive additional updates as they are available, be sure you are an ADEA GoDental newsletter subscriber.

ADEA will update the FAQs as more information is available. Want to see an answer to your question? Submit a question on this form.

Sincerely,

The American Dental Education Association

• Georgetown University School of Medicine Admissions Information Sessions (9/9, 9/17)

Our admissions team currently offering traditional information sessions for the summer. Please find more information about these sessions below.

• Traditional Information Sessions consist of an in-depth presentation (30-40 min) by an Admissions staff member about all things GUSOM: the philosophy of education, curriculum, student activities, as well as information about the application process. The remainder of the time will be dedicated to Q&A with an Admissions Officer.
• Student Panels are a chance to meet and ask questions to current GUSOM medical students. The session lasts around an hour and is a Q&A format.

Registration for information sessions is required. The zoom link will be distributed prior to the Student Panel or Information Session via email.

• AACOM Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) | “Medical School Curriculum” (9/16)

On Zoom: Learn about our systems based approach along with information on IPE, Service Learning and more, followed by info on our clinical 3rd and 4th year rotations and the pathway on to residency.

Date: Monday, September 16, 2024

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM, Pacific Time

Registration link

• Choose DO Medical School Virtual Expo (9/25)

You’re invited to meet with medical school representatives from the comfort of your home on September 25, 2024, from 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM ET at our free Choose DO Medical School Virtual Expo. This event is hosted by the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM).

• Watch live presentations and connect with medical school admissions teams, faculty and current students and residents via online chat rooms.
• Learn more about applying to medical school, the interview process and life as a medical student.
• Explore which medical school is right for you – zero travel is required!

Register: https://www.careereco.com/Fair/EventDetails?fairId=f78b7633-62ed-4417-b17c-b13300f6e37b

• NYITCOM Arkansas Information Session – Clinical Rotation (9/25)

• Meet with medical students and our admissions team about the ways we’re encouraging students to follow their passion—whether it’s research, patient care, advocacy, or community outreach.
• Learn more about Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment, one of the hands-on ways our students learn to improve their patients’ quality of life.
• Gain and understanding of financial aid opportunities available to NYITCOM-Arkansas students
• Explore the day-to-day stories of living in Jonesboro, AR as a medical student with our Alumni.
• Discover a variety of unique special topics rotating each month about the Delta Population Health Institute (DPHI), the Match process, K-12 outreach Pipeline Programming, and 3rd & 4th year Clinical Rotations

Date: September 25, 2024

Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Central Time

Virtual registration link.

• 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.  

• George Mason University Pre-Occupational Therapy Society Interest

• Guest Lectures: Gain insights from practicing occupational therapists and field experts.
• Workshops: Participate in hands-on activities to develop essential skills.
• Study Groups: Collaborate with peers to enhance your academic experience.
• Networking Events: Connect with professionals in occupational therapy.
• Making Friends: Joining a community of like-minded students who share a similar future career path!

• George Washington University: eOTD Information Sessions (upcoming dates: 9/4, 9/17)

• Virginia Commonwealth University Occupational Therapy Information Sessions (upcoming dates: 9/13, 9/18)

Choosing a program that is the right fit for you is important as this is a place where you are entering the profession of OT, a place where relationships with peers and faculty are integral to your success, as well as a financial investment in your future. Information Sessions provide information on VCU’s Entry-Level OTD program, the application process, and an overview of the College of Health Professions, and VCU/MCV campus. Applicants also have the opportunity to meet faculty and current student.

Information Sessions will be held at 11:00 am EST, unless otherwise noted. Sessions will be held in the College of Health Professions building at 900 E Leigh St, Richmond VA 23298.  Parking can be found on the street around the building or in the 8th St Parking Deck at 659 N 8th St, Richmond VA 23298.  Register to attend using this form.

• September 13, 2024 at 11:00 am
• September 18, 2024 at 6:00 pm
• October 4, 2024 at 4:00 pm
• October 16, 2024 at 6:00 pm
• October 18, 2024 at 11:00 am

REGISTER NOW FOR AN INFORMATION SESSION!

These sessions will be livestreamed as well.  You will receive the link to join, after registering.  Please note that there are limitations to attending virtually, and opportunities to participate in a tour and interact with current students and faculty are limited.

We have attempted to compile a list of many of the questions that are routinely asked by prospective applicants, and they are provided in Application FAQs.  If you have specific questions please feel free to email us at: [email protected].

Occupational Therapy Virtual Admissions Fair (9/24)

This online event is open to students seeking to learn more about Occupational Therapy Admissions programs across the nation.

Date: September 24, 2024

Time: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Registration: https://www.careereco.com/Fair/EventDetails?fairId=c914df04-3134-4f8c-bb21-b14101124872

• Shenandoah University Occupational Therapy Virtual Information Session (9/25)

Shenandoah University’s Division of Occupational Therapy offers three distinct programs in unique hybrid and online curriculum models to meet the needs of diverse learners. Our students graduate prepared to be a leader in the field of occupational therapy and make a difference locally, nationally, and abroad.

Shenandoah University’s Occupational Therapy program offers students the opportunity to learn all the skills they will need as entry-level occupational therapists. These skills include evaluation of clients, treatment planning, being an evidence-based practitioner, and specific treatment interventions such as adaptations to the client’s environment, splinting and mobility skills. Information at this event will cover the Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD), Post-Professional OTD, the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT), and the MSOT Weekend program.

Date: Wednesday, 9/25

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM EST

Location: Virtual

Registration: https://apply.su.edu/register/?id=de9a758e-07b5-4f63-8b93-4c6fac9b97f2

• Salus at Drexel University Doctor of Optometry Program Podcast

We wanted to share this podcast with you, where you’ll hear an admissions officer at Salus at Drexel University explain everything you need to know about the Optometry program, including the application process, requirements, curriculum, facilities and more.

https://www.buzzsprout.com/249119/8757759-a-deep-dive-into-the-optometry-program-and-tips-for-applying

• Herbert Wertheim School of Optometry & Vision Science Webinars (9/18)

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

Dates & Times: 

Wednesday, September 18th at 3:00pm PST – Registration Link

Monday, October 7th at 4:00pm PST – Registration Link

Tuesday, November 19th at 2:00pm PST – Registration Link

Monday, December 16th at 1:00pm PST – Registration Link TBD

Tuesday, May 21st at 2:00pm PST – Registration Link TBD

• Southern College of  Optometry Online Information Sessions for Prospective Students (9/25)

Join us for online information sessions to learn more about SCO, optometry, The Eye Center and more. What comes next after you’ve completed your optometry school application and are invited for an interview? How do you prepare? What will you talk about with your interviewers? What can you do to make the best first impression? During this webinar, participants will hear from Joe Hauser, Vice President of Student Services, and members of the SCO faculty, who will offer insight into the interview process and what you can do to stand out! If you are interested in SCO and would like to learn more about the interview process, be sure to tune in!

Date: Wednesday, September 25 | 9:00AM CT

Facilitator: Joe Hauser, Vice President of Student Services

To Register 

• ASCO Optometry Virtual Fair (10/16)

The Association of School and Colleges of Optometry (ASCO) is pleased to announce their next Virtual Fair on October 16th for pre-optometry students. The fair is an online event that provides a fantastic opportunity for you to learn about optometry programs by live chatting with admissions professionals from each school from virtually anywhere!

Date: October 16th
Time: 9am – 7pm Eastern
Registration: https://www.careereco.com/Fair/EventDetails?fairId=2fee5fbf-897e-41e9-9a58-b13400feba15

• 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 deadline is 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 (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 [email protected].

Apply here.

• Virtual Pharmacy School Fair (9/25)

Mark your calendars! On September 25th from 10am – 5pm, AACP will present a fresh and exciting take on the annual Virtual Pharmacy School Fair. This event is designed to provide prospective students with all the information they need to embark on a career in pharmacy.

Date: September 25, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Registration: https://www.careereco.com/Fair/EventDetails?fairId=fae2fcc0-874b-40ad-a1ba-b1780116006c

• Virginia Commonwealth University Pharmacy Preview Day (10/14)

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

Dates:

Monday, Oct. 14 – registration begins 8/30

Saturday, Dec. 14 – registration begins 10/30

Location: VCU School of Pharmacy (Robert Blackwell Smith Building)

REGISTRATION

• Pharmacy4Me Events Calendar

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

• University of Pittsburgh DPT Small Information Sessions (upcoming dates: 9/5, 9/13, 9/23)

Learn more about our top-ranked DPT program by joining us for one of our virtual Information Sessions. You’ll have the opportunity to meet our DPT faculty members, students and staff to learn what it takes to be a qualified applicant. Both the Residential and Hybrid formats will be reviewed unless otherwise noted.  Please note that all sessions are in Eastern Standard Time (EST). 

Dates and Times:​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

• Thursday, September 5, 10 – 11 a.m.
• Friday, September 13, 1 – 2 p.m.
• Monday, September 23, 6 – 7 p.m. (Student-led session)
• Wednesday, October 2, 1 – 2 p.m.
• Tuesday, October 15, noon to 1 p.m.
• Tuesday, October 22, 6 – 7 p.m. (Student-led session)
• Friday, November 1, 11 – noon
• Monday, November 11, 6 – 7 p.m. (Student-led session)
• Friday, November 22, 10 – 11 a.m.
• Tuesday, December 3, noon to 1 p.m.

Please register here to reserve your spot! You will then receive detailed information on how to join your selected session.

If you’d like to register for an in-person visit, please reach out to Department Enrollment Specialist Shannon for availability: [email protected]

Tuesday, September 24, 4:30pm

Tuesday, October 22, 4:30pm

For more information and info session registration.

• Old Dominion University DPT Q&A Sessions (upcoming dates: 9/24, 10/25)

We have monthly Question & Answer (Q & A) sessions (1 hour in length), some in person and some virtual Zoom format during the 2024-2025 academic year. The monthly Q & A Sessions are informal question and answer sessions where you can ask questions to one of our PT faculty and a PT student/graduate assistant.

Zoom Sessions: 

Click on the session that you would like to attend below to RSVP and the Office of Graduate Admissions will send you the Zoom information and event confirmation. We look forward to meeting you!

Session Time for all dates:  7:00-8:00pm

• Tuesday September 24, 2024: Register Here
• Tuesday November 19, 2024: Register Here
• Tuesday April 21, 2024: TBA

In-Person Sessions: 

These sessions will be held in the Physical Therapy lab, Room 2019 on the second floor from 4:00-5:00 pm, in the new Health Sciences 2 Building (1019 West 41^st Street). 2 hour parking is available on 41^st Street or you may obtain a visitor parking pass from the ODU Parking Office (located in the 43^rd and Elkhorn St garage) to park in the 41-43^rd Street Convocation Garage.

• Friday October 25: Register Here
• Friday December 13: TBA

• Marist DPT Program Information Sessions (10/2)

More coming soon!

• VMCAS 2025 Hub Webinars

Enroll in the VMCAS 2025 Hub to access previous and upcoming webinars.

More coming soon!

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

• Kaplan $20K Tuition Sweepstakes

How Does $20,000 Toward Tuition Sound? It could be yours. Because we believe in your education—and we’re by your side, every step of the way.

Sign up HERE for a chance to win $20k to put towards school. And don’t miss out on upcoming expert-led events and a study guide filled with need-to-know information for test day—all for free. See official rules for more details.

• Kaplan Resources:

Students may not know this, but they can experience a Live Online MCAT Course session at no cost. We understand determining an MCAT prep strategy is a big commitment, and we want to provide all of the resources we can for students to make an informed decision they can feel confident about through test day.

That’s why we regularly host free trial classes. Students can take the opportunity to meet our 520+ scoring instructors and experience exactly what our live online prep has to offer.

See Schedules

What’s more, if they do choose to enroll in a course, they may be able to take advantage of our fee assistance program to help offset the cost. Learn more about eligibility and requirements at kaptest.com/tuitionassistance.

• DAT/OAT Destroyer:

• 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:

• Fifteen (15) 2.5-Hour Live Classes; 3X/week July 23 – Aug 22
  • Ten (10) Interactive, Problem-Based Sessions
  • Five (5) Online Small Group Tutoring Sessions
• Curriculum: Materials will be required to be purchased to be enrolled in this course. $99 for all of Altius Materials, or $399 for all of Altius and AAMC Materials
• Classes begin July 23rd. Enrollment capped at first 50 students. Register for free here. (those who did not get chosen for the Boost Camp course will be automatically registered for the Head Start Program)

• Attend classes and seminars this summer designed to jump start your MCAT prep experience and give you a solid leg up on the competition.
• Here’s a sneak peek at some of the classes being offered:
  • How to Expertly Balance School, ECs, and MCAT Prep  
  • MCAT Deep Dive: Everything you need to know about the MCAT + taking a Half-Length Exam
  • Insider Secrets: How to craft the perfect med school Personal Statement (according to real ADCOMs)
  • 10 Things I Wish I Knew Before the MCAT: Q+A with 515+ MCAT scorers
• Seminars begin July 25th. Register for free here.

• Blueprint Resources

·  Free Books and Guides

·  Free Sample MCAT Account

·  MCAT Flashcards

·  Content Checklist

• The Princeton Review Resources: