UAAC Weekly Update
Weekly Update for May 20 - May 24, 2013
Greetings from the University Academic Advising Center!
Below is a list of important upcoming events, programs, and opportunities that we would like to highlight for you for the coming weeks.
As always, the UAAC offers Drop-In Q&A on Monday afternoons from 3:00-4:30pm and on Thursday afternoons from 1:30-3:00pm.
Internship, Volunteer, Fellowship, & Job Opportunities
Other Premed/Prehealth Resources & Opportunities
Upcoming UAAC Events
If you are interested in attending one or more of our events, please be sure to RSVP as soon as possible! For a full list of our Spring Quarter events, and to RSVP for an event, please visit our Upcoming Events page. All UAAC events are held at 1940 Sheridan Rd., unless otherwise indicated.
Premed Workshops for Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors
Personal Statement: Monday, May 20th at 5:30pm Register Here
This workshop will cover an overview of the process, questions to consider, checklist used to evaluate personal statement, and a general overview of the application process.
Additional Events
International Outreach Network (I.O.N.): NU Social Justice Organization Information Session: Thursday, May 16th at 7:00pm,
Location: Kresge RM 4-310
The International Outreach Network (I.O.N.) is Northwestern’s newest social justice organization. Their mission is to promote women empowerment and health awareness through workshops and hands-on programming in underserved communities. Their first project this summer will be in specific rural villages in Karnataka, India.
If you are interested in social justice and empowering women, you may be interested in learning more at today’s information session. Click here to see the event on Facebook.
Etiquette and Professional Presence – Skills and Best Practice for the 21st Century: Monday, May 20 at 7:00pm
Location: McCormick Tribune Auditorium, 1870 Campus Drive Evanston, IL 60208
This workshop is free and open to all NU students, Professionals that are Mentors in the Insight network and friends of Insight. Entrants must register to attend.
Success in any field requires a high level of professionalism and polish. Kellogg and Undergraduate students that have experienced this program have commented that they found Tricia informative, entertaining and engaging. Tricia will bring new material in her presentation of etiquette and professional presence skills. This program is appropriate for everyone from undecided freshmen to graduate students across the academic spectrum. Open to all NU students, Professionals that are Mentors in the Insight network and friends of Insight. Light snacks and refreshments will be served both before and after the event.
For more information and to register, click here or see flyer here.
UCS Workshop for Graduating Students: Negotiating: Wednesday, May 22nd at 6:30pm
Location: Lake Room (Norris)
University Career Services is hosting a series of workshops to help graduating students prepare for life after college. Click here to see the flyer for their next session on Empowering Women to Negotiate. RSVP in Career Cat by Friday, May 17th.
Northwestern University Pre-Vet Society - Guest Speaker: Tuesday, May 28th at 5:30pm
Location: UAAC (1940 Sheridan Rd)
Hear from a recent NU graduate about navigating your way to veterinary school. Alyssa Stockdale will speak about her pre-veterinary experiences as a Northwestern student. Bring any questions you may have about completing pre-requisite courses, applications to veterinary schools, or how to spend your summers.
University of Washington School of Medicine 2013 Focus Group Sessions: Tuesday-Thursday, May 28/29/30 at 4:00pm
Location: University of Washington. All presentations will be simulcast as live webinars for those that are not able to attend in person.
“Put Your Best Self Forward”
“Interviewing and Communication Skills”
“Let's Talk: Your Submitted Questions”
These Focus Group Sessions are a series of 3 presentations held each spring at UW. The content focuses on applying and re-applying to the University of Washington, School of Medicine. All presentations will be simulcast as live webinars for those that are not able to attend in person. Registration is required for these sessions, if attending.
For more information visit their website. To register click here.
Case School of Dental Medicine AADSAS 2014 Webchat: Saturday, June 1st at 5:00pm EST
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 they 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. They ask that individuals with web cameras 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 EST, but they can remain until all questions are presented and answered. The weblink will be posted on their Facebook and Twitter feeds in late May.
If you are joining them 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 web cameras 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 their Virtual Fair booth and on their website. They also welcome future applicants to this session.
Information Session for Australian Medical School, UQ Ochsner: Wednesday, June 5th at 7:00pm
Location: University of Illinois at Chicago, Register Here
If you are interested in meeting a 2013 graduate of UQ Ochsner who begins their residency in July, you may be interested in attending this session. UQ Ochsner offers an opportunity for US students to obtain a global medical education at a research-intensive university. Aspects of their program that they think may be important to you are:
• Designed for students who want a global education leading to practice in the U.S.
• Two years in Brisbane, Australia; Two years in New Orleans, LA
• USMLE Prep
• Match Day Participation
• U.S. Federal Loans Available to Eligible Students
Minimum Qualifications to Apply: MCAT scores of 8, 8, 8, a minimum B average, as well as an earned B.A. or B.S. degree, or a more advanced degree. The entering class of 2013 had an average GPA of 3.4 and average MCAT of 28.
Click on the links to see: 100% Residency Match 2013, Matriculated Student Profile 2013, UQ Ochsner Medical School highlights.
Please feel free to e-mail or call Whitney Bennett (877.777.0155 x107) with any questions you may have in advance of the event.
Marquette ASDA's Annual PreDental Weekend: Friday and Saturday, July 19-20
Location: Marquette University School of Dentistry
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a dental student at Marquette University School of Dentistry? They are inviting prospective students to their annual pre-dental weekend. Weekend activities include: presentation from the Director of Admissions, tour of the school, interviewing workshop with mock interviews, Q & A with dental student panel, simulation clinic experience (with handpieces), personal statement writing workshop, Friday night networking social, and more.
For more information or to ensure you are the first to know directly when registration opens email katie.gast@marquette.edu, follow Marquette ASDA on Facebook, or check out the Marquette ASDA website.
Internship, Volunteer, Fellowship, & Job Opportunities
The opportunities listed below are provided for informational purposes only. The UAAC does not necessarily endorse or recommend any of these positions.
Nothing new this week - sorry!
Other Premed/Prehealth Resources & Opportunities
The opportunities listed below are provided for informational purposes only. The UAAC does not necessarily endorse or recommend any of these positions.
Prerequisites for Summer Biology Sequence
Attention Students registering for BIO classes: Prerequisites for the summer biology sequence have been updated on CAESAR. Please note that the correct sequence for each of the summer biology 100 level classes is just 'CHEM 103 or 172'. There are NO biology course prerequisites for any of Bio 115, 116 or 117.
Student Health Advisory Committee Looking for New Board Members
The Student Health Advisory Committee (SHAC) is looking for a new board for the next year. SHAC works as a liaison between health services and students to improve communication and enhance student use. If you’re interested in applying, please click here.
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