The Committee Letter Application is Now Available on Our Website

Upcoming Events Sponsored by the Pre-Health Advising Office

Events on the Hunter Campus

Off Campus Events


Special Opportunities/Internships






Contact Details

Subscription Details

http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/prehealth/committee-letters

We do not review personal statements for the Committee Letter application. The purpose of the application is for us to review your first draft.

Once submitted you will be contacted by the Pre-Health Office sometime in March or April regarding your application.

For more information about the MCAT please view the document located here: http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/prehealth/repository/files/FromTheDirectorsDesk_MCAT_Timing_KP31.30.12.pdf

Committee Letter Workshop
Wednesday, March 6
1pm
Dr. Phillips will be reviewing the requirements for the committee letter, the committee letter application, and the details of the actual committee letter. If you are applying this year, the workshop is especially important for you. Open to all who plan on applying in future semesters.

These events are not sponsored by the Pre-Health Advising Office but may be of interest to students interested in careers in healthcare.

SciMON Undergrad Research Conference
Pre-register at http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/ugresearch/conference/registration
March 20 and 21 from 9am-6pm

Please do not contact the Pre-Health Advising Office with questions about Off Campus Events. Use the contact information provided.

Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges 9th Annual Career Fair & Information Sessions
THIS WEEKEND: Sunday March 10, 2013 from 2:30 PM—5:00 PM
Westin Alexandria
400 Courthouse Square
Alexandria, VA 2231

The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges proudly presents the 9th Annual Veterinary Medical Career Fair and Information Sessions. This free event is for any high
school and undergraduate student with an interest in the veterinary medical profession.
This premier event features sessions on applying to a variety of topics related to veterinary profession and how to prepare for vet school. We also feature an exhibit hall with many of
AAVMC’s member institutions on hand to answer your institution specific questions.
Registration is now open! To Register visit the AAVMC Events page
(http://www.aavmc.org/Events/) and click the Veterinary Medical Career Fair event link.


The City College of New York 2ND ANNUAL MEDICAL & DENTAL SCHOOL FAIR
Saturday, March 23, 2013 from 11:00 am—2:00 pm
To register for the CCNY Medical & Dental School Fair, please visit here:
http://ccnymedicalanddentalschoolfair2013.eventbrite.com

Allopathic, Osteopathic, and Dental Schools will be in attendance.
Panel Discussions: Medical School 101 & Dental School 101 will take place from 10:00am-11:00am (make sure you register as space is limited)
To register for the Medical School Admissions: 101: http://medicalschool101.eventbrite.com
To register for the Dental School Admissions: 101: http://dentalschool101.eventbrite.com


New York University College of Dentistry's Chapter of the STUDENT NATIONAL DENTAL ASSOCIATION (SNDA), Spring 2013 Impressions Program
Saturday, March 30th, 2013

SNDA is dedicated to the advancement of underrepresented minorities in the field of dentistry, and the purpose of our annual Impressions Program, is to prompt students of all ethnicities to gain interest in dentistry as a career.

Get an opportunity to learn why dentistry may be the career for you, and learn what it takes to gain entry into dental school.

Enclosed is the application for admission into the event. Please complete the application and submit it to [log in to unmask]

Applications are due March 15th, 2013. Seating is limited and will be granted on a selective basis.

E-mail [log in to unmask] with any further questions.


A DAY WITH PERELMAN STUDENTS UNDERREPRESENTED IN MEDICINE
Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania
Saturday, March 23, 2013

Join us for, “A Day with Penn Underrepresented in Medicine Medical Students”. This program targets premed students underrepresented in medicine and provides an opportunity to learn about our curriculum, student life, and hear first-hand about preparation for admissions to medical school. Members of the Latino Medical Student Association and the Student National Medical Association who will also be on hand to share their personal experiences and tips on how to become the best possible medical school applicant.
Registration is free and lunch is included.
Registration is required; and limited to the first 125 registrants. Registration begins today February 4 at 9am.

The Office of Diversity at Columbia University, College of Physicians & Surgeons 35th Annual Multicultural Recruitment Day Conference: “Medical School: Challenges and Opportunities.”
Saturday, April 6, 2013 from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
650 West 168th Street at Ft. Washington Avenue in Manhattan
Alumni Auditorium on the 1st floor of the Black Building.
Register for the conference by March 22, 2013.


The purpose of this annual conference is to provide underrepresented and disadvantaged premedical high school, undergraduate, and postgraduate students with pertinent information about medical school. Admission to the conference is free and a continental breakfast will be provided.
Through a series of workshops and a keynote address, conference participants will become informed about:
• Medical School Admissions
• Financial Aid
• Research Opportunities
• The Transition from College to Medical School
• Other Related Topics
For more information and to register, please visit http://www.oda-ps.cumc.columbia.edu/programs/mrdc.html. Interested participants must register for the conference by March 22, 2013.

Please e-mail [log in to unmask] or call (212) 305-4157 if you have questions


The West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine Open House
Saturday, April 6, 2013
8:30 am—1:30 PM
400 North Lee Street, Lewisburg, WV 24901

Highlights
• Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine demonstration
• Network with faculty and current students
• Tour of Campus
• Admission Requirements

TO REGISTER: WWW.WVSOM.EDU Or 1-888-276-7836

Please use the contact information provided and remember to be professional in all written and verbal communication.

Research and clinical assistant, Reproductive endocrinology—For SENIORS & POST-BACCALAUREATE STUDENTS

Entry level position for someone planning to go to medical school, but wishing a year or two of clinical and research activities before entering.

The applicant would be actively involved with patients and patient care and also clinical research activities. The job would be divided roughly 50/50 between clinical and research activities.

Job functions include work within private practice and also assisting with clinical research.
Clinical research activities may vary but will include a randomized prospective study designed to improve safety of egg donation and a project examining the ethics of anonymity in gamete donation.

Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills are required, as well as proficiency in data analysis and good writing skills.

Paid position with full benefits. If interested, please email cover letter, resume, writing sample (humanities preferred, about 5 pages) and unofficial transcript to:
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Volunteer with the Muscular Dystrophy Association
The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is in search of fun and enthusiastic volunteer summer camp counselors. The MDA’s 2013 summer camp will be held August 10-16, 2013 at Camp De Wolfe in Wading River, NY. Must be 18 years or older. This is a great opportunity for students interested in Physical Therapy.
Each counselor is assigned to serve as a companion for a camper who’s affected by a neuromuscular disease. Counselors help their campers with daily activities such as feeding, bathing, dressing, and in recreational activities such as arts, crafts, bowling, swimming and fishing.
To obtain a volunteer application or learn about other ways to support MDA’s summer camp program, please contact:
Sophie Rivera: [log in to unmask] or Connie Zayas: [log in to unmask]
Phone: 212-682-5272


The SUNY College of Optometry is proud to offer the Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) Spring Internship and Summer Academic Program for underrepresented and/or economically disadvantaged college students (freshman to seniors). 

The Spring Internship allows students to experience and learn about the field of optometry while shadowing optometrists at our University Eye Center, going on field trips and learning from special lectures. Students receive a stipend and make great connections with optometrists, residents and students.

The Summer Academic Program (SAP), Introduction to Vision Science, is a gateway course taught by faculty at the College. Upon successful completion of the one-day a week course, students receive a stipend and 2 graduate level credits for transfer to their home institution.

Spring Program Dates: Students can apply for our Spring Session taking place from May 28, 2013 to June 7, 2013.

SAP Dates: Students can apply for our SAP taking place May 28, 2013 to July 23, 2013.

Deadline: The deadline to apply to both programs is April 5, 2013

Eligibility: Applicants must 1) be New York State Residents and 2) be from an historically underrepresented minority group and/or economically disadvantaged

Apply: Students can learn more about the program and apply online at http://www.sunyopt.edu/education/admissions/cstep

7th annual UNLV Dental student Simulation Course

May 31-June 1, and June 14-15 are the planned dates for this two day hands on, highly interactive course which allows pre-dental students to get a firsthand view into what it is like to be a dental student at UNLV School of Dental Medicine.

Registration begins April 9th for in-state students, and April 16th for out-of-State students

See the attached flyer or the ADEA website: http://www.unlvadea.org/ for more information and registration.

Please contact those in your circle of influence that may be interested in this great opportunity.