The Neurology Department at Columbia University Medical
Center is looking to hire a research technician in the lab of Dr. Sheng-Han Kuo
studying the neuropathology of essential tremor and other cerebellar
degenerative disorders. Applicants should be science or engineering majors,
have some previous research experience, and be interested ultimately in
pursuing an MD or MD/PhD. Experience in histology is a plus. The position
is full-time and paid, with benefits, and would last at least one full year. Interested
applicants should contact Rachel Babij (rab3fw@virginia.edu).
News and Opportunities for Students Preparing for Health Professional Programs
Friday, May 31, 2013
It’s Not Too Late to Take a Bridge Year
If as the opening/submission date to your centralized application service nears and you’re starting to feel like you are not as prepared to move forward in this process as you thought, we strongly urge you to consider taking a bridge year (or two). Some reasons why you may want to consider a bridge year (or an additional bridge year) at this time are:
- You have yet to sit for your entrance exam, or you are considering pushing it back even further.
- You have not acquired your letters of recommendation, and are having difficulty connecting with faculty.
- You have not budgeted enough time to complete a quality application and still submit within a reasonable time frame.
- The application process is more expensive than you realized, and it may be difficult for you to secure the funds to apply.
If you would like more
information about taking a bridge year (or two) check out our blog post http://uvahpa.blogspot.com/2013/01/interested-in-taking-bridge-year-or-two.html
Friday, May 24, 2013
A-C-E Your Application Advising Opportunity
On Tuesday, May 28th,
Wednesday May 29nd and Thursday, May 30th Susan and Rebecca will
be available at Monroe Hall 263 from 1:30pm to 4:30 pm to assess health
professions application materials for any applicant who is interested in having
aspects of their candidacy reviewed.
We require that any applicant
participating in this program have tangible application materials that
can be reviewed by an advisor at the time of their visit. These materials
can include: personal statements, centralized application materials (including
activity section write-ups), school lists, or transcripts for review. If
you would like to have a discussion regarding the state of your candidacy
please calculate your science GPA based on the requirements of the health
profession you are interested in applying to before you arrive. To learn more
about GPA calculations for various programs visit http://uvahpa.blogspot.com/2012/03/calculating-science-gpa.html and also check out our Helpful
Tips and Commonly Asked Questions Guide (attached to this listserv) Applicants
will be met with on a first come- first serve basis for 15 minutes.
If you feel you need more time with an
advisor, or do not have materials to be reviewed at that time, please schedule
a 30 minute appointment at our Bryant Hall office by calling 434-924-8900.
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Virtual Fair for Physician Assistants
The
Physician Assistant Education Association is teaming up again with CareerEco to
bring you an encore virtual fair for physician assistants. Please share this
link with your programs, students, advisees, and advisors, and join us on July
16 & 17 for the second annual physician assistant virtual fair! There is no
cost to participants.
Register for
the Fair Here: http://caspa.careereco.net/students-alumni/virtual-fair-registration/
If you have
questions about the fair, please contact caspa@careereco.com
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
FootFest (Podiatry Program)
The American Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine would like to cordially invite your students to FootFest2013 at the Western Podiatry Conference in Anaheim, CA. Taking place on Friday, June 21st from 9:30 am until 4:00 pm at the Disneyland Hotel and Convention Center located at 1150 West Magic Way, FootFest2013 is an exciting day inside the world of podiatric medicine. Students will participate in a panel of current members of the podiatric medical community, spend the day attending lectures on cutting edge surgical techniques, and receive a free lunch as well as special giveaways and goodie bags. The entire program is completely free of charge and a limited number of spots are available. To register or for questions regarding this exciting event, please contact Daniel Taubman via email at dtaubman@aacpm.org or via phone at 301-948-0958 or. We look forward to seeing you in Anaheim!
Monday, May 13, 2013
Case SODM webchat: Countdown to AADSAS 2014
The Office of Admissions at Case School of Dental
Medicine is hosting its Countdown to AADSAS 2014 webchat for all prospective
applicants. Ask your questions about "what happens next" in the
AADSAS process, and we hope this session will help address your anxieties about
the mysteriousness of how schools select students for interviews.
The webchat is scheduled online for 5:00 pm Eastern Time
on Saturday, June 1, 2013. We ask that individuals with webcameras try to log
in at least 15 minutes before to account for technical check-in. This session
is intended to last at least until 7:00 pm ET, but we can remain until all
questions are presented and answered. The weblink will be posted on our
Facebook and Twitter feeds (and on this forum) in late May.
If you are joining us via webcam, please have earbuds
with microphones ready to reduce ambient noise or echo in the communication. A
regular chatroom is also available for those without webcameras or those who
are more restricted in bandwidth, but note that those who are on camera will
likely receive more attention unless you type in questions in the chatroom.
To prepare for this webchat, it is expected that
attendees have reviewed all available videos and presentations posted on the
ADEA GoDental site, including recent presentations from the 2013 Dental School
Virtual Fair. It is expected that for questions specifically pertaining to Case
School of Dental Medicine that you have thoroughly reviewed the materials left
on our Virtual Fair booth and on our website. We also welcome advisors and
future applicants to this session.
Please note that the webchat will be recorded for program
assessment, research, and convenience to those unable to make this session.
Please note that due to our bandwidth restrictions, we may wind up limiting
individuals who will be on camera. The server can handle no more than 200-250
people online at once in our room.
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