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[https://www.aamc.org/em/pixel.png] [AAMC Pre-Med Navigator] November 2016 [Check out AAMC Pre-Med on Facebook]<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91333919:TmJeHRYbN:m:1:2692870743:8EBF7378055EEFE88CE49D8F93B55B72:r> [Follow @AAMCPremed on Twitter] <http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91333920:TmJeHRYbN:m:1:2692870743:8EBF7378055EEFE88CE49D8F93B55B72:r> Medical Student Perspective: The White Coat Ceremony [The White Coat Ceremony]<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91333921:TmJeHRYbN:m:1:2692870743:8EBF7378055EEFE88CE49D8F93B55B72:r> Share: [Facebook]<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/p/STmJeHRYbN?n=Facebook&u=https%3A%2F%2Fstudents-residents.aamc.org%2Fchoosing-medical-career%2Farticle%2Fmedical-student-perspective-white-coat-ceremony> [Twitter]<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/p/STmJeHRYbN?n=Twitter&u=https%3A%2F%2Fstudents-residents.aamc.org%2Fchoosing-medical-career%2Farticle%2Fmedical-student-perspective-white-coat-ceremony&t=The%20White%20Coat%20Ceremony> Now a rite of passage for first year medical students, the tradition of the White Coat Ceremony began in 1993, and symbolically welcomes students into the medical profession. For every medical student, the White Coat Ceremony means something different. We asked three first-year medical students to tell us what their ceremony was like and what it meant to them. Read their stories →<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91333921:TmJeHRYbN:m:1:2692870743:8EBF7378055EEFE88CE49D8F93B55B72:r> When is the Right Time to Take the MCAT Exam? Three Questions to Ask Yourself [When Should I Take the MCAT?]<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91333922:TmJeHRYbN:m:1:2692870743:8EBF7378055EEFE88CE49D8F93B55B72:r> Share: [Facebook]<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/p/STmJeHRYbN?n=Facebook&u=https%3A%2F%2Fstudents-residents.aamc.org%2Fapplying-medical-school%2Farticle%2Fright-time-take-mcat-exam-three-questions> [Twitter]<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/p/STmJeHRYbN?n=Twitter&u=https%3A%2F%2Fstudents-residents.aamc.org%2Fapplying-medical-school%2Farticle%2Fright-time-take-mcat-exam-three-questions&t=When%20to%20Take%20the%20MCAT%20Exam%3F> It's not surprising that one of the most frequently asked questions we hear is, "When should I take the MCAT exam?" Between balancing a full course load, extracurricular pursuits, a social life, and perhaps a job, knowing where your MCAT preparation fits in can be a challenge. The key is to decide when the right time is for you to take the exam. To help you make a decision, ask yourself these three important questions. Learn more →<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91333922:TmJeHRYbN:m:1:2692870743:8EBF7378055EEFE88CE49D8F93B55B72:r> New Program Sites Announced for the Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) [SHPEP]<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91333923:TmJeHRYbN:m:1:2692870743:8EBF7378055EEFE88CE49D8F93B55B72:r> Share: [Facebook]<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/p/STmJeHRYbN?n=Facebook&u=https%3A%2F%2Fstudents-residents.aamc.org%2Fchoosing-medical-career%2Farticle%2Fnew-program-sites-announced-shpep> [Twitter]<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/p/STmJeHRYbN?n=Twitter&u=https%3A%2F%2Fstudents-residents.aamc.org%2Fchoosing-medical-career%2Farticle%2Fnew-program-sites-announced-shpep&t=Summer%20Health%20Professions%20Education%20Program> Do you have summer plans yet? It may seem too early to begin thinking about next summer, but it's never too early to start exploring available opportunities to gain valuable experience and exposure to the medical field. One opportunity to consider is the Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP). Applications are now being accepted for 13 program sites around the country, and will provide you with the opportunity to explore what medical school is like and obtain exposure to several different health professions. Learn more about the program! →<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91333923:TmJeHRYbN:m:1:2692870743:8EBF7378055EEFE88CE49D8F93B55B72:r> Inspiring Story Highlight: Luis E. Seija [Inspiring Story Highlight]<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91333924:TmJeHRYbN:m:1:2692870743:8EBF7378055EEFE88CE49D8F93B55B72:r> Luis took the MCAT exam five times and applied to medical school twice. He wants you to know there is no recipe for a perfect applicant, and encourages students to avoid comparing themselves to their peers. Luis is currently a student at Texas A&M College of Medicine. Read Luis's story about his path to medicine →<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91333924:TmJeHRYbN:m:1:2692870743:8EBF7378055EEFE88CE49D8F93B55B72:r> FIRST's Financial Tip of the Month November is National Scholarship Month. If you're pre-med, check out this link<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91333925:TmJeHRYbN:m:1:2692870743:8EBF7378055EEFE88CE49D8F93B55B72:r> for scholarship, grant, and fellowship supplements from the AAMC's Organization of Student Representatives<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91333926:TmJeHRYbN:m:1:2692870743:8EBF7378055EEFE88CE49D8F93B55B72:r> (OSR). 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For more information and to register, go here<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91333929:TmJeHRYbN:m:1:2692870743:8EBF7378055EEFE88CE49D8F93B55B72:r>. November 12 AAMC Annual Meeting Minority Medical Career Fair (Seattle, WA, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM PT). For more information and to register, go here<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91333930:TmJeHRYbN:m:1:2692870743:8EBF7378055EEFE88CE49D8F93B55B72:r>. November 15 Medical school application deadline for certain schools. Visit the AMCAS Participating Medical Schools and Deadlines page for more information<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91333928:TmJeHRYbN:m:1:2692870743:8EBF7378055EEFE88CE49D8F93B55B72:r>. November 17 Medical school application deadline for certain schools. Visit the AMCAS Participating Medical Schools and Deadlines page for more information<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91333928:TmJeHRYbN:m:1:2692870743:8EBF7378055EEFE88CE49D8F93B55B72:r>. November 30 Medical school application deadline for certain schools. 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