Prehealth Challenge to be Rescheduled
Prehealth Challenge scheduled for next Wednesday, March 5 at 4:45 in 330 SU has been postponed. We will schedule a new date when it is possible to do so.
APMS Announcements
This message is from Jennifer Stabel, president of APMS
Our next meeting is NEXT Tuesday, March 4 in O’Brian 109 at 5:00 pm
TOPIC: “My Route to Medicine and UB Students’ Route to Medicine”
SPEAKER: Dr. Charles Severin, Director of Admissions (UB Med School)
There will be free food and refreshments!
APMS is making dinner at Ronald McDonald House Saturday, March 8th from 2:00- 5:00 PM. If you would like to sign up to help, contact Jennifer at jstabel@buffalo.edu.
APMS is helping the Red Cross with a blood drive on March 26th from 9am -2:30pm in the Student Union. If you are interested in volunteering, send your name and the times you can volunteer to Katya at yvm2@buffalo.edu.
APMS is trying to form an OOzfest team (mud volleyball). We need at 4- 6 more people to make a team. The cost is $18.75- $25 per person depending on the number on the team, which APMS would subsidize if enough people are interested. If you are interested and would like more information, email Katie at kmluce@buffalo.edu.
SAVE the date! Our annual APMS banquet will be April 12th in the evening at Banchetti’s. Enjoy great company, a great meal, live music, and free raffle prizes for a ticket price of only $5.
Posted February 28, 2008 in UB Announcements, Events, Student Clubs, Health Relevant Experience, Volunteering
Article Regarding Shortage of Surgeons
Please click on the link for USA Today to read this article.
Posted February 27, 2008 in Uncategorized, Current Issues
St. Georges Univ Med/Vet Summer Academy
St. George’s University in Grenada is hosting their fifth annual 10 day Summer Med/Vet Academy combining didactic lectures, small group problem solving sessions, practical lab work as well as hands on training in simulated and real-life situations. The experience is enhanced by several educational and adventurous off campus excursions including snorkeling, dolphin watching, and hiking. Effective the 2008 Summer Academy, qualifying participants will receive college credit through the School of Arts and Sciences (St . George’s) from participation in lectures and clinical practices.
College Session - (age 18 and older) Thursday, June 5, 2008 thru Saturday, June 14, 2008
The program costs $1800,00 USD. This includes housing, meals, medical instruction and activities (excluding scuba diving - optional) and transportation.
Please call Thomas Day at 1-800-899-6337 or go to the St. George’s website
Posted February 26, 2008 in Educational Programs, Summer Opportunities
Hispanic Student Recruitment Fair
Washington Hilton
1919 Connecticut Avenue NW - Washington DC
Saturday, April 19, 2008 from 2:00PM-6:00PM
These program is FREE for participants.
To register and view more information please click on the link.
Posted February 25, 2008 in Minority Applicants, Educational Programs
American Dental Education Association (ADEA) Guide to US Dental Schools
This is to let you know that the ADEA 2008 Official Guide to Dental Schools (for applicants in the 2009 application cycle) is now available. Copies of the Official Guide may be ordered online through the ADEA website. Consulting this book is highly recommended for students considering a 2009 application as it details requirements, deadlines, tuition, state residency factors, provides contact information, etc.
Posted February 22, 2008 in Dental Updates, Getting Ready to Apply
Georgetown Summer Medical Institute
Georgetown University is pleased to announce the fourth Georgetown Summer Medical Institute for college students (rising juniors and seniors) and post-bacs. This is a unique opportunity to take an actual medical school course, taught by medical school faculty of Georgetown University. Students will receive an education in the medical sciences and learn what it’s like to go to medical school. In addition, students who enroll in one of our for-credit courses will be eligible to participate in two seminar-style courses designed to educate them on the medical school application process (Medical Admissions Workshops) and issues faced by physicians in today’s health care environment (Physician in Society).
Course offerings and dates are:
Human Gross Anatomy
Dates: June 16-July 25
Medical Biochemistry
Dates: June 16-July 25
Human Physiology
Dates: June 16-July 25
Histology
Dates: June 16-July 11
Physician in Society
Dates: June 16-July 25
Medical Admissions Workshops
Dates: June 16-July 25
These courses are formal offerings by Georgetown University School of Medicine, and are taught on the campus in Georgetown. Please see website for further information.
Posted February 22, 2008 in Educational Programs, Summer Opportunities
Advising for Early Assurance and BS/DDS Combined Degree Program
Effective February 21, both Dalene Aylward and Libby Morsheimer in the Office of Prehealth Advising Services will be advising students intended toward Early Assurance programs (medical and dental) or for information pertaining to the Combined BS/DDS Program.
Please remember that students can set an appointment by calling 645-6013 or by stopping by the main office in 109 Norton Hall.
Posted February 21, 2008 in UB Announcements, Prehealth Services, Medical School Early Assurance, Dental School Early Assurance
APMS Announcements
This message is from Jennifer Stabel, president of APMS.
There is an APMS bowling event tomorrow night at Transit Lanes from 8:30- 10 PM. The next 11 people who sign up by contacting Chrissy at chchan2@buffalo.edu can attend this event for FREE! If you need or would be willing to provide a ride, please include this in your email.
APMS is making dinner at Ronald McDonald House Saturday, March 8th from 2:00- 5:00 PM. If you would like to sign up to help, contact Lindsay at lmg32@buffalo.edu.
APMS is trying to form an OOzfest team (mud volleyball). We need at 5- 7 more people to make a team. The cost is $18.75- $25 per person depending on the number on the team, which APMS would subsidize if enough people are interested. If you are interested and would like more information, email kmluce@buffalo.edu.
SAVE the date! Our annual APMS banquet will be April 12th in the evening at Banchetti’s. We will have a great meal, live music, and free raffle prizes for a ticket price of only $5.
Posted February 21, 2008 in UB Announcements, Student Clubs, Volunteering
Volunteer Fair
WNED/Western New York Public Broadcasting will be hosting the fourth annual Volunteer Fair (click on Volunteer Fair) at the WNED studios, 140 Lower Terrace, downtown Buffalo, from 10 a.m. to 2p.m., Saturday, March 29.
The event matches potential volunteers with opportunities in more than 35 areas of human service and cultural organization including but not limited to working with pets, children, older adults, assisting in health-care settings and participating in environmental clean-ups or major community events.
“Anyone who is considering volunteering can take advantage of this unique one-stop shopping experience,” said Lisa Napier, volunteer manager at WNED. “Meet face-to-face with agency representatives, learn about different assignments, and choose one that is right for you. If you like, sign up on the spot. It’s ideal for retirees who want to use their skills, students seeking community service opportunities, stay-at-home moms or busy people who want a short-term involvement.”
For more information go to website above or call Lisa Napier at 845-7025.
