An additional place to explore the over 3000 community service agencies in Erie County include going to the United Way site. Here you can find information on local agencies offering over 12,000 social and human services and browse 22 pages. If you select “Opportunities” you can see a listing of actual volunteer placements.
The SECOND general meeting of the Pre-dental Association will be Thursday, February 8 at 6:00 p.m. in room 330 Student Union. The faculty mentor of the club, Dr. Mary Dunn will speak. Dr. Dunn is a pediatric dentist as well as a clinical instructor at UB’s School of Dental Medicine. All are welcome!
The Minority Student Summer Research Opportunity Program is designed for undergraduate students who historically have been underrepresented in medicine and who have a strong interest in a research career in biomedical or biological sciences. The program welcomes applications from students who meet the following criteria: at the time of application are either a sophomore or junior, haven taken at least one year of biology AND general chemistry with lab, and have at least a 3.0 science grade point average. Admission will be based on the applicant’s academic record, including prior research experience, an essay, and a letter of recommendation from the applicant’s faculty advisor or research supervisor. Intent to pursue a PhD or MD/PhD and prior research experience is desirable.
The program provides 9 weeks of experience and participation in biomedical research.
Fellowships in the amount of $2500 will be awarded and limited travel reimbursement for students living outside the NY metropolitan area will be available. **Students are responsible for meals, health insurance coverage and other incidental expenses.**
Please use prehealth drop-in hours or set an appointment with Libby to obtain the full description of the program and an application.
The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine announces their Summer Premedical Academic Enrichment Programs (SPAEP) Level I or Level II. Spend seven weeks in Level I, strengthening academic skills and learning more about careers in medicine, or spend seven weeks engaged in lab research and MCAT prep through Level II. This program is residential. Travel, room and board are paid by the program.
See their application on the web. Application deadline is March 1.
Questions? Email diversityaffairs@medschool.pitt.edu
The Summer 2007 Schedule is now available.
Prehealth Committee Process for spring 2007 for those applying for fall 2008 admission - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
Please see the following information for those of you preparing to apply for admission to US medical or dental schools for FALL 2008. This information would also pertain to sophomore students, who have not yet completed the Committee process, applying to UB’s Early Assurance Program to Dental School or the Upstate Medical College Early Assurance Program.
Our first deadline (and typically the deadline most advisable) is April 1, 2007 for fall 2008 admission. Since April 1 is a Sunday, we will accept your application until 5:00 p.m. Monday, April 2.
The Prehealth Committee is an important piece of overall application to US professional health schools (e.g., medicine, dentistry, optometry, podiatry).
We do not compose letters for pharmacy applicants, OT, PT or applicants to PA schools.
AN IMPORTANT NOTE: Effective SPRING 2007 - you are required to submit your APPLICATION BY MONDAY, APRIL 2 (again, April 1 is a Sunday) but we will accept your individual letters of recommendation until MONDAY, APRIL 16.
Since we are extending this time for you, please do not ask us to wait behind APRIL 16 for your required FOUR letters. You can submit a TOTAL OF SEVEN letters, but we need at least FOUR submitted by APRIL 16. If you have less than FOUR letters past April 16, the Committee reserves the right to NOT ACCEPT YOUR APPLICATION. You will then need to wait until the SEPTEMBER 1 deadline. If our office waits beyond April 16 for your FOUR letters, it comprises and delays the process for ALL APPLICANTS.
All necessary forms are located here.
All forms, aside from the Preprofessional Data Sheet/Application, are also available in 108 Norton.
**There is a detailed checklist of what you need to assemble for the Prehealth Committee on the shelves in 108 Norton.**
A minimum of FOUR letters of recommendation MUST BE RECEIVED for you by MONDAY, APRIL 16, 2007.
**Please remember that applications to these professions school have been on the rise and; therefore, they are extremely competitive schools to enter.
If your overall or science/math GPA is around or below a 3.0 (e.g., 2.8 to 3.3), please make an appointment to see the prehealth advisor prior to applying to the Prehealth Committee***
If after reading the website you need more information regarding this process, please call 645-6013 to set up an appointment.
Audiology is growing health care field in the US. Audiologists provide hearing and balance care for patients of all ages by assessing and treating problems and providing care management. Master’s programs have been replaced by Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) programs. There are now over 70 Au.D. programs in the country including the University at Buffalo.
The Department of Pedatrics at UB will offer a NHLBI summer research program (1o weeks) beginning May 23, 2007 to August 3, 2007. This student centered research experience will provide participants with introductory research experiences in the labs of senior faculty members in the area of developmental biology. Twenty students will be selected. Applications are available in 108 Norton. The deadline for submission of applications is March 2, 2007.
Applications are now being accepted for the Biomedical Sciences Post-Bac Program at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM). Applications and additional information are available online at LECOM.
The American Stroke Association is looking for volunteers and/or intern working with the Cultural Health Initiatives Director.
Stroke awareness and prevention health education program reaching the African American community through churches, community centers, events, civic groups.
Candidates would be possess:
Desire & knowledge working with diverse populations
Good communication skills
Organizational skills
Computer skills, word, excel, publisher
Health related background a PLUS
Bilingual a Plus
Available a variety of day & evening hours and some weekends
Transportation to office and occasional events in Erie/Niagara county
Please call Roseanne Stephan at 716-614-1986
If you e-mail- please identify the above qualifications you possess in order to expedite the process.
Face to face interview required
Thank you,
Roseanne Stephan
Cultural Health Director
American Heart Association
25 Hazelwood Dr.
Suite 116
Amherst, NY 14228-2220
(716) 614-1986 (voice)
(716) 564-1101 (fax)
