Committee Letters

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

The PRIORITY deadline for the Committee Letter Application was March 15. The FINAL deadline is June 10. Please visit the website for more information.

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

We have started to review committee letter applications. If you submitted by March 15th you will be hearing about your status by the end of April. Please do not e-mail the Pre-Health Office asking for an update. We receive many, many applications for committee letters and we will process them in the order they are received and as quickly as time allows.

Once submitted you will be contacted by the Pre-Health Office. There is no specific timeline set but beginning in May you will likely be contacted in 2-3 weeks from time of submission.

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

Upcoming Events Sponsored by the Pre-Health Advising Office

NYU Dental Admissions Presentation
Wednesday, April 10, 1-3pm
1036 North
Representatives from the Admissions Office at NYU College of Dentistry will be discussing dental schools applications and the NYU program.

Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine
Wednesday, April 25, 2012, 1-3pm
1036 North
The director of admissions from Hofstra-North Shore LIJ School of Medicine will be discussing the unique medical school program and admissions information for Long Island’s newest medical school!

Osteopathic Medical School 101
Wednesday, April 24, 1-3pm
1036 North
Pre-Health Advisor, Taryn Weinstein will be providing general information about Osteopathic Medical school application and admissions.

Events on the Hunter Campus

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

Undergraduate Nursing Accelerated Second-Degree Pathway Info-Session
MONDAY, APRIL 15, 2013, 6 – 7:30PM
BROOKDALE CAMPUS- 425 E 25TH ST. ROOM W218

CONTACT: [log in to unmask]
Website: http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/nursing/admissions/undergraduate/accelerated-pathway

The Accelerated Second-Degree Pathway Info-Session is for students who already have earned a non-nursing baccalaureate degree and wish to obtain a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Nursing. Details of program requirements and the application process will be discussed.

Career Panel: Careers and Internships in Social and Health Psychology
Wednesday, April 17 1pm – 3pm
Room 714 West
Contact: [log in to unmask]

Learn about the diverse careers in the fields of social and health psychology as well as internship opportunities used to gain experience in preparation for graduate school and entry into these fields. Presentations will be followed by Q&A. In Room 714 West. Co-sponsored by the Hunter College Department of Psychology, Career Development Services and the Psychology Collective.

Off Campus Events

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

NYU College of Dentistry Open House
Saturday, April 6, 2013 from 9:30AM- 12:30PM
(A continental breakfast will be served)
Saklad Auditorium, NYU College of Dentistry
345 East 24th Street (at 1st Avenue)
New York, NY 10010

Learn about applying to the NYUCD 4-Year DDS program. Meet with admissions staff and students.

RSVP @: http://www.nyu.edu/dental/academicprograms/dds/openhouse/
by March 29, 2013
Questions? Contact NYUCD Admissions at 212-998-9818

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


SNDA 2013 Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Symposium at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine
Saturday April 20th, 2013
8:30am-3:30pm
701 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032
Hammer Health Sciences Center, room 401
Dress is business-casual.

The symposium will consist of case presentations by practitioners in the OMS field, with expertise spanning biomedical research, hospital-based practice, and facial prosthetics. In the past, specific subjects have included trauma care, orthognathic surgery, head and neck cancer, facial reconstruction, and plastic surgery. Following the presentation, there will be a chance to ask questions to a panel of current CDM doctoral students and post-doctoral OMS residents. Lastly, Columbia College of Dental Medicine Admissions and Financial Aid representatives will present and answer questions about applying to and financing a dental education.
Please fill out the linked registration form if you are interested. If you have any questions or concerns, please e-mail [log in to unmask]
If above registration link is not working, paste into browser: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1nQQZLi5ah_vCzqfxitwG5iSsddto2TMkE6KVGS6mWRU/viewform


Physician Assistant Virtual Fair - Featuring PAEA & CASPA Programs
Dates: April 24-25, 2013
Looking for a Physician Assistant Program?
Virtually Interact with Schools & Save Valuable Time.

All students interested in Physician Assistant programs are invited to attend this unique and FREE virtual event where you can meet School Representatives conveniently and efficiently!

For more information and to register please go here: http://caspa.careereco.net/students-alumni/virtual-fair-registration/

Special Opportunities/Internships

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

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.

The University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine
Online Summer Courses for Pre-Veterinary Students
Offering a few exciting online courses in the upcoming Summer and Fall semesters that are specifically geared towards students interested in Veterinary Medicine

Summer classes (2013)

The Dog is an online course (3 credits) specifically designed for undergraduate students interested in learning more about dogs, especially those planning careers in Veterinary Medicine and Veterinary Technical Programs. For more information about the class or enrollment, contact Dr. Patrick Larkin ([log in to unmask]). **this class will also be taught in the Fall semester

Aquatic Wildlife Health Issues is an online course (3 credits) designed to introduce students (upper level undergraduate and graduate) and professionals (with an AA or higher degree) to the natural history, anatomy, physiology, behavior and common health issues of aquatic species: whales and dolphins, seals and sea lions, manatees, sea turtles, crocodilians, fish and invertebrates. For more information about the class or enrollment, contact Jeffrey Hendel ([log in to unmask]).

Manatee Health and Conservation is an online course (3 credits) that will provide students (upper level undergraduate and graduate) and professionals (with an AA or higher degree) with a detailed overview of manatee natural history, health assessment, and research findings as well as explore conservation issues. For more information about the class or enrollment, contact Jeffrey Hendel ([log in to unmask]).

Fall class (2013)
Aquatic Animal Conservation Issues is an online course (3 credits) designed to introduce students (upper level undergraduate and graduate) and professionals (with an AA or higher degree) to the controversial issues surrounding aquatic animal species ranging from invertebrates to marine mammals, with an emphasis on marine mammals, but also including sea turtles, fisheries, and marine ecosystems. For more information about the class or enrollment, contact Jeffrey Hendel ([log in to unmask]).

If you are interested in taking one of the classes, registration is now open for Summer and Fall terms (2013). Please use the contact information provided.