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2024 AAMC Virtual Medical School Fair

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The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) invites you to attend the Virtual Medical School Fair, April 10-12.

Here are five reasons to attend the fair:

  • The three-day format 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 post baccalaureate and special master’s programs to ask about their admission requirements, advising services, and medical school acceptance rates
  • Narrow down your list by speaking directly with medical school admissions representatives
  • Learn from the experiences of current medical students
  • Gain valuable insights into the medical school application process, financial aid, the MCAT® exam, the AMCAS® application, the SHPEP program, and more.
  • Your FREE registration includes a 15% discount* on a 1-or 2-year subscription to the Medical School Admissions Requirements™ (MSAR®) website

Click here to Register for the 2024 AAMC Virtual Fair Today

SHPEP Virtual Health Professions Fair

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This is your exclusive invitation to connect with exhibitors representing various health profession associations, schools, and program collaborators. Whether you’re a prospective SHPEP applicant, a program alum, a high school or college student, a non-traditional student, a prehealth or academic advisor, a K-12 school counselor, a partner or collaborator, students taking gap years, or even a parent or guardian – this event is tailored for you!

When: January 23 and 24

Please click here to register for the SHPEP Virtual Health Professions Fair!

Refreshing the Premed Competencies

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The premed competencies which were formerly known as the core competencies for entering medical students have been updated through a joint effort between the AAMC and members of the academic medicine community to reflect current and future expectations for new medical students.

The premed competencies continue to cover a broad range of professional, science, and thinking and reasoning competencies. In addition to knowledge of science, aspiring physicians need to understand different perspectives, engage in self-reflection, demonstrate humility, and have a desire to grow and learn. The premed competencies serve as a roadmap for students as they prepare to succeed in medical school.

Medical school admissions committees will begin using the updated premed competencies in the 2024-2025 application cycle to evaluate applicants’ readiness for medical school through a holistic review of each application. The AAMC also continues to offer resources to support prehealth advisors and students as they prepare in these areas and demonstrate them on their medical school application.

MV3 is Calling all Freshman

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MV3 is currently accepting applications for Freshman scholars!

MV3 was founded by Harvard Medical School students and stands for  Mobilizing Voices through Education, Service, and Advocacy.

Our mission at the MV3 Foundation is to invest in the personal, academic, and professional growth of the next generation of Black professionals in healthcare and health sciences so that they are poised to make a positive impact in the health of communities of color. The MV3 Foundation is a community of scholars, graduate students, and health/ biomedical science professionals who are working to create a more diverse and equitable health/ biomedical science workforce. We believe that in order to do this, we must invest in the personal and professional growth of our future leaders in health and biomedical science. Our community will serve as a catalyst for the mobilization of MV3 Scholars’ voices, inspiring and empowering them to positively impact their communities through our 3 Pillars: Education, Service, and Advocacy. It takes a village to invoke positive change in our communities, and at the MV3 Foundation we are doing just that.

  • Link to application: https://bit.ly/MV3App2023 
  • Deadline to submit application: November 1, 2023 at 11:59 PM PST 
  • Students notified of admissions decision: mid-late November 2023 
  • Freshman onboarding for accepted Freshman: December 2023  

Accepted scholars will participate in the program throughout the duration of their undergraduate careers. 

Interested students can reach out to admissions@mv3foundation.org with any questions. 

Sophomores and juniors interested in joining the MV3 Foundation should check our website and instagram for when we are accepting applications for the 2024-2025 academic year. 

Applying to Graduate School?

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Are you thinking of pursuing graduate school as your next step? If so, this session is right for you!

October 10, 5 – 6 p.m. ET

Applying to graduate school can be an exciting opportunity to grow scientifically and professionally and take that next step in your career. With so many important factors to consider when thinking about the BEST program for YOU, the application process can also feel daunting. As you start this journey, join the AAMC Group on Research, Education, and Training Outreach Committee to learn strategies and tips on choosing where to apply and how to prepare a strong application. 

Our panel of experts will provide an overview of the application process including factors to consider when choosing your list of programs, strategies for approaching personal statements, letters of recommendation, and general tips for success. 

Questions? Contact GREAT@aamc.org.

Register Now for Applying to Graduate School

2023 Michigan Medical Education Day

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Michigan Medical Education Day is a statewide event designed to educate pre-med students about the medical school application process. The 2023 event will be held IN-PERSON on Saturday October 7 from 9:30am – 4:00pm at the MSU East Lansing campus.

The 2023 MMED will provide pre-medical students from across the state of Michigan with programs designed to help them explore medicine as a career path and make a well-prepared decision to apply to medical school. Students will get the chance to hear directly from medical school admissions representatives and Pre-Health advisors about preparing well, as they discuss topics ranging from activities, to interviews, to admission criteria.

Who can attend?

This program is designed for current (2023-24) college students who do not have an active medical school application. Michigan residents and/or those attending college in the state of Michigan are particularly encouraged to attend. Those who have already submitted or are in the process of submitting an AMCAS or AACOMAS application for the current application cycle are not eligible to attend this event.

Please click the following link to register 2023 MMED Registration Link. Seating capacity is limited so register today.

Discover Nursing!

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The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) is excited to announce the Discover Nursing Virtual Fair on Tues. Oct. 3!

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Now, more than ever, the world needs nurses! Click here to register today for the FREE Discover Nursing Virtual Fair on Tues. Oct. 3 (10 a.m.-6 p.m. EST) and chat with nursing schools! This event provides you the opportunity to speak with admissions teams, faculty, nurses, and students.  

During the Fair, participant will be able to:

  • Learn about all degrees! (e.g., 2nd degree, associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and certificate programs)
  • Gain insight on writing personal statements and completing your application
  • Discover what makes nursing one of the top health professions
  • Explore which nursing school is the right fit for you
  • Hear from faculty about their areas of research
  • Get tips from current nursing students
  • Ask questions about the nursing profession, admission requirements, prerequisites, and elements of a robust application! 

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, “The employment of nurses is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations through 2028.” There is an urgent need for nurses, and the nursing profession needs you! Take the next step and invest in the future of healthcare by attending the Discover Nursing Virtual Fair!

Questions? Send an email to the NursingCAS Team or events@careereco.com

PA Diversity Recruitment Virtual Fair

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The PA Education Association (PAEA) invites you and your students to join us for the PA Diversity Recruitment Virtual Fair on Saturday, July 15 from 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. ET. This is a free event for all students interested in exploring a career as a PA or preparing to apply in CASPA. Students will be able to:

  • Chat with representatives from over 60 PA programs, PAEA, and CASPA
  • Attend live presentations and Q&As (or access the recordings on-demand) from current students, practicing PAs, and admissions reps on topics like:
    • Financial literacy
    • Disparities in dermatology
    • Preparing to apply as an international student
    • Learning and utilizing Medical Spanish
  • And More!

Click here to Register Now for the PA Diversity Fair!

A Day In The Life of a Physician-Scientist

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If you are considering pursuing a career as a physician-scientist or applying to MD/DO-PhD programs, the American Physician Scientists Association is supporting you with an interactive panel session occurring on February 23, 2023, at 7PM Eastern. This Q&A session is geared toward individuals curious to learn more about what a career as a physician-scientist looks like. A panel of physician-scientists (bios here!) will be available to share their experiences about their day-to-day work, training, and career pathways, and answer your questions. Anyone can join! 

Register for FREE at tinyurl.com/02-23-2023. 

For more information about our sessions and an application FAQ document, please visit: www.physicianscientists.org/page/interactive-series.

Scholarship for Vet. School

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The Kalamazoo Community Foundation has 4 Scholarships for graduate programs for veterinary science. Please note that these scholarships are specifically for residents of Kalamazoo County or Van Buren County. To be considered as a Kalamazoo resident, you must have lived in Kalamazoo for at least a year before starting college coursework, or graduated or stopped attending school at least a year ago.

Court Family Scholarship

  • Kalamazoo County resident or graduate of a Kalamazoo County high school
  • Student in a Graduate of Veterinary Medicine Program

Nancy Niles Donovan Scholarship

  • Kalamazoo County or St. Joseph County resident, or graduate of a high school in Kalamazoo County or St. Joseph County
  • Attending Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine to obtain a DVM degree

Gail & Hilda Oster Scholarship

  • Van Buren County resident or graduate of a Van Buren County High School
  • Attending Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine to obtain a DVM degree
  • Shows financial need

Click here to apply: https://www.kalfound.org/scholarships/how-to-apply

The deadline to apply is March 1, 2023