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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

Biomedical Graduate and MD-PhD Programs – Learn More

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The AAMC GREAT Outreach Committee will host a Virtual Q&A session focused on biomedical graduate and MD-PhD programs/careers on Oct. 13, 4 p.m. (ET). 

This will be an opportunity for your advisees to:

  • interact directly with faculty and administrators from around the country
  • hear directly from program directors during interactive sessions
  • practice networking skills

Topics for discussion include: 

  • Writing strong personal statements
  • Obtaining great letters of recommendation letters
  • What makes a school/program the best fit for YOU? 
  • What is best for you – a direct path to graduate school or a gap year? Direct to grad school or gap years?
  • Tips for acing your interview skills
  • MD-PhD programs

Registration is now open at aamc-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/….

OU’s – Master of Public Health

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OU’s MPH is currently receiving applications for our Fall 2022 cohort until July 1, 2022.  This program offers hybrid, evening (classes begin at 5:30 pm) program to allow students to work while completing their degree.

Admissions Criteria:

  • Official transcripts indicating baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited undergraduate institution
  • Three (3) recommendation forms from faculty members, supervisors, or professional mentors. Actual letters of support are optional.
  • Personal Statement of no more than 1000 words describing the applicant’s reasons for seeking an MPH degree, rationale for choosing OU’s MPH program, related public health experiences, and long-term professional goals
  • The GRE and/or an undergraduate degree in public health are NOT required.

Want to Learn More? Visit the OU MPH website at https://www.oakland.edu/shs/public-and-environmental-wellness/master-of-public-health/

Interested in Applying? Please apply at https://gradapply.oakland.edu/apply/

Have Questions?

Feel free to contact Dr. Caress Dean via email at caressdean@oakland.edu

Detroit Mercy’s MEAGN Program

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Considering a career in health care? Ever think about earning a Master of Science in Nursing while studying to become a Registered Nurse! The Master’s Entry Advanced Generalist Nursing (MEAGN) program at Detroit Mercy’s is a unique course of study that gives students who have completed a Bachelor’s degree this opportunity.  The MSN provides the graduate opportunities for excellence at the bedside, facilitates a career in health care leadership, and accelerates entry into advanced practice through certificate or Doctor of Nursing Practice programs.


In just four and a half semesters – less than 17 months – graduates of the Master’s Entry Advanced Generalist Nursing program qualify to be a registered nurse and earn a Master of Science degree in Nursing. Our website provides helpful information including the “Admission Criteria”, prerequisite courses, and the application process.


Zoom with us to learn more about MEAGN and meet faculty and staff. To register and obtain the Zoom link, please click the Information Session link here.

Join us for an information session on:

  • Monday, March 28 at 7 p.m.
  • Monday, April 4 at 7 p.m.

AAVMC Veterinary Admissions Virtual Fair

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The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) invites you to register for the Veterinary Admissions Virtual Fair on March 31st from 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EDT. This is a free event for all students who are interested in exploring a career as a Vet Students will be able to: 

  • Chat with Veterinary Schools LIVE 
  • Learn how to get prepared 
  • Talk to the application service reps
  • Easily compare schools

Register Now for the AAVMC Virtual Admissions Fair!

Project Horseshoe Farm

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Horseshoe Farm offers an intensive gap year (13 month) Community Health Leaders Fellowship, which includes housing and an educational stipend. It is geared towards recent college graduates from around the nation interested in community health and education, non-profit and organizational management, and community service leadership. The competitive Fellowship is a unique opportunity for high levels of responsibility and to help shape community health locally. Its ultimate aim is to prepare citizen service leaders needed for tomorrow’s communities.

FELLOWSHIP APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR WINTER: Sunday, February 13, 2022 @ 11:59pm (CST)

To learn more about this fellowship, please join Project Horseshoe Farm via Zoom on Tuesday, February 1st at 4:30 CST. This Zoom conversation will be led by current Site Directors and Fellows to discuss our mission and values, provide insight into the experience at each site, and answer applicant questions. The focus of the conversation will be centered around the 2022-23 Fellowship, and all are welcome to join.

To learn more about the fellowship requirements and to apply, visit Horseshoe Farm.

UCLA Pre-Medical Enrichment Program

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UCLA PREP is a unique non-residential program designed to provide premedical students from disadvantaged backgrounds with the means to strengthening their ability and readiness to study medicine. Full participation in the UCLA PREP program allows participants to enhance their chances of being accepted to medical school and succeeding once there.

For the summer of 2022, the program will be offered in person August 1st – August 26.

Program Highlights

  • Longitudinal Mentorship
  • Medical School Application Guidance
  • MCAT Overview

Important Dates PREP 2022

  • December 1, 2021– Online Application OPENS
  • February 28, 2022 – Application Deadline
  • April 8, 2022 – Decision Released
  • August 1, 2022 – Start Date
  • August 26, 2022 – End Date

To learn more and determine if you are eligible to apply, visit https://medschool.ucla.edu/apply/prep

Any additional questions, email outreach@mednet.ucla.edu