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[https://www.aamc.org/em/pixel.png] [AAMC Pre-Med Navigator] December 2016 [Check out AAMC Pre-Med on Facebook] <http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91567161:T_EOQTb2N:m:1:2692870743:DC91976A8360221EB84B12B1E8FB32BF:r> [Follow @AAMCPremed on Twitter] <http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91567162:T_EOQTb2N:m:1:2692870743:DC91976A8360221EB84B12B1E8FB32BF:r> Seven Ways to Spend Your Winter Break [Seven Ways to Spend Your Winter Break]<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91567163:T_EOQTb2N:m:1:2692870743:DC91976A8360221EB84B12B1E8FB32BF:r> Share: [Facebook]<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/p/ST_EOQTb2N?n=Facebook&u=https%3A%2F%2Fstudents-residents.aamc.org%2Fchoosing-medical-career%2Farticle%2Fseven-ways-to-spend-winter-break%2F> [Twitter] <http://echo4.bluehornet.com/p/ST_EOQTb2N?n=Twitter&u=https%3A%2F%2Fstudents-residents.aamc.org%2Fchoosing-medical-career%2Farticle%2Fseven-ways-to-spend-winter-break%2F&t=7%20Ways%20to%20Spend%20Your%20Winter%20Break> The end of the semester is just around the corner, and you're only a few weeks away from some very well-deserved time off. Your priorities may include catching up on sleep, spending time with family and friends, and sneaking in a Netflix marathon or two. But maybe you're wondering what else you could do over your winter break. If that's the case, we've got seven suggestions! Read More →<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91567163:T_EOQTb2N:m:1:2692870743:DC91976A8360221EB84B12B1E8FB32BF:r> Medical Student Perspective: What's Your Best Advice for Pre-Med Students? [Medical Student Perspective]<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91567164:T_EOQTb2N:m:1:2692870743:DC91976A8360221EB84B12B1E8FB32BF:r> Share: [Facebook]<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/p/ST_EOQTb2N?n=Facebook&u=https%3A%2F%2Fstudents-residents.aamc.org%2Fchoosing-medical-career%2Farticle%2Fmedical-student-perspective-best-advice%2F> [Twitter] <http://echo4.bluehornet.com/p/ST_EOQTb2N?n=Twitter&u=https%3A%2F%2Fstudents-residents.aamc.org%2Fchoosing-medical-career%2Farticle%2Fmedical-student-perspective-best-advice%2F&t=Advice%20for%20Pre-Med%20Students> As a pre-med student, you're probably used to receiving advice from various people and sources on a host of topics. But sometimes all that information can be overwhelming to wade through. So it's not surprising that hearing directly from those who have gone through the pre-med process and successfully navigated it can be the most helpful. We talked with current medical students to tell us what their best advice would be for any aspiring physician. Read what they had to say →<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91567164:T_EOQTb2N:m:1:2692870743:DC91976A8360221EB84B12B1E8FB32BF:r> Apply to the AAMC's Fee Assistance Program! [Fee Assistance Program]<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91567165:T_EOQTb2N:m:1:2692870743:DC91976A8360221EB84B12B1E8FB32BF:r> Share: [Facebook]<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/p/ST_EOQTb2N?n=Facebook&u=https%3A%2F%2Fstudents-residents.aamc.org%2Fapplying-medical-school%2Farticle%2Fapply-to-fee-assistance-program%2F> [Twitter] <http://echo4.bluehornet.com/p/ST_EOQTb2N?n=Twitter&u=https%3A%2F%2Fstudents-residents.aamc.org%2Fapplying-medical-school%2Farticle%2Fapply-to-fee-assistance-program%2F&t=Apply%20to%20AAMC's%20Fee%20Assistance%20Program> The AAMC believes that the costs of applying to medical school should not be a barrier for someone to pursue their dream of becoming a physician. To help those who would be unable to apply to medical school without financial assistance, the AAMC's Fee Assistance Program (FAP) offsets some of the costs associated with the application process. The 2016 Fee Assistance Program application will close on December 16, 2016 and the 2017 application will open January 4, 2017. We encourage you to learn more about the program and apply early to make sure your benefits are available when you are ready to register for the MCAT exam or submit your application to medical school. Learn More →<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91567165:T_EOQTb2N:m:1:2692870743:DC91976A8360221EB84B12B1E8FB32BF:r> AAMC Chief Spotlight: Ross McKinney Jr., MD [AAMC Chief Spotlight]<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91567166:T_EOQTb2N:m:1:2692870743:DC91976A8360221EB84B12B1E8FB32BF:r> Growing up, Ross McKinney, MD always knew he was going to be an academic. Inspired in high school to pursue a career in medicine, it wasn't until a ward rotation in his second year of his pediatric residency that he understood what he really wanted to do. This ultimately led him to discover a career in pediatric HIV research. Dr. McKinney currently serves as the chief scientific officer at the AAMC. Read his story →<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91567166:T_EOQTb2N:m:1:2692870743:DC91976A8360221EB84B12B1E8FB32BF:r> We Want to Hear From You! The AAMC wants your input! Join an upcoming opportunity to add your voice to how the AAMC provides pre-med students with information and resources as you prepare for and apply to medical school. Visit students-residents.aamc.org/learner-input<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91567167:T_EOQTb2N:m:1:2692870743:DC91976A8360221EB84B12B1E8FB32BF:r> to learn more and to sign up for an event today. New events are added regularly! Re-Cap: 2016 AAMC Minority Student Medical Career Fair Thank you to all the students who attended the Minority Student Medical Career Fair in Seattle, WA on November 12, 2016. This year students participated in workshops, interactive sessions with medical students, hands-on activities, and a career fair with 100 medical schools and other health professions from across the country. See some of the moments from the fair at our Facebook page<http://echo4.bluehornet.com/ct/91567168:T_EOQTb2N:m:1:2692870743:DC91976A8360221EB84B12B1E8FB32BF:r> or by searching the hashtag #futuredocs. Weren't able to make it this year? Mark your calendars! In November 2017, our annual event will be held in Boston, MA. Be on the lookout for more information and details next year. FIRST's Financial Tip of the Month The Federal Trade Commission estimates that millions of people have their identification stolen each year. 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