Students Applying to Dental School for fall 2009
Please go to click on the AADSAS link for the preliminary information regarding the Association of American Dental Schools Application Services (AADSAS) for fall 2009 application.
Students Applying to MD Schools for fall 2009
The American Medical College Application Services (AMCAS) is scheduled to open on or around May 6, 2008 for applicants applying for fall 2009 admission. click on the link for the brief announcement. Typically you can access the application in early May with submission of the application allowed sometime the first week of June. Please remember that many schools are on a rolling basis in terms of admission and our office strongly advocates that you submit your application *ideally by the end of June if not by mid-July*. If you have questions pertaining to the timing of your application especially in reference to the MCAT date, please make an appointment to speak to us by calling 645-6013.
Posted March 31, 2008 in Getting Ready to Apply, Important Deadlines/Dates, Medical Updates
APMS Announcements
This message is from Jennifer Stabel, president of APMS
Our final meeting for the year will be held TOMORROW TUESDAY April 1st in 109 O’Brian at 5:00 PM (and no this is not an April fool’s joke!) We will be conducting our elections for next year’s executive board, and will have some snacks.
Prehealth Mixer- Come hang out and get some pizza and meet students from other prehealth clubs! THIS Saturday, April 5th from 12-4pm in the Hadley Community Building
Jennifer Stabel
APMS President
Posted March 31, 2008 in Student Clubs, UB Announcements
Offshore and European Medical Schools
Over the past few weeks, our office has received literature and postings regarding several offshore medical schools both in the Caribbean and in Europe. Some of the schools are more newly formed; others have been in operation for some time. Application to a medical school, regardless of where is it located, is a sizeable and important decision that can have long lasting implications. There are many excellent schools offshore and in Europe; we would simply encourage you to make a well informed decision by exploring all your options.
If you are considering attending an offshore or European medical school, we would strongly encourage you to speak to an advisor first. There are numerous factors to consider. Many times students are concerned about the passage of time and use this as their primary motivator to pursue their medical education outside of the US.
Our office runs a session on applying to offshore schools each year. We are happy to share any materials from this session with you so that you make the best decision for you for your future career in medicine.
Posted March 21, 2008 in Educational Programs, Getting Ready to Apply, International Medical Schools, Prehealth Services
READY@UB
Researching, Exploring and Developing Yourself
Search FACEBOOK.COM for: “READY @ UB”
READY @ UB is an in-person discussion group and online Facebook community sponsored by the Student Advising Services (SAS) Office. READY @ UB provides a unique opportunity for undergraduate students to engage in conversations with other UB students who are undecided or confused about majors. The READY @ UB Discussion Series is facilitated by Jillian Reading, SAS Graduate Assistant and Caitlin Haskell, SAS Undergraduate Peer Assistant.
READY @ UB is for undergraduates who are:
· Undecided or Confused about a major or minor
· Thinking about changing their major
· Seeking help with career exploration or navigation of UB resources
The READY @ UB FACEBOOK page includes:
Discussion board where students can pose questions and get answers quickly
Video clips of student questions with their answers
Articles dealing with issues relevant to college students today
Web resources bookmarked and categorized for easy navigation on hundreds of topics including: Career fields, Networking, and Major exploration
An interactive environment like none other at the University at Buffalo
Upcoming Sessions Include:
Registering for Classes, March 26, 12 to 1 p.m., 145B Student Union
This session will cover some tips and tricks for maneuvering the registration process here at UB. You might think you know the process, but you might be surprised at what you can do to maximize your chances of getting the courses you want. Bring your questions about what courses will fulfill your general education requirements, how many credits you need to graduate with a double degree, or anything else that might be one your mind.
Learning Outside the Classroom, April 2, 12 to 1 p.m., 145 B Student Union
UB offers students a multitude of opportunities to develop and explore within themselves during their undergraduate careers. Find out more about study abroad opportunities, where to look for internships and how to get involved in undergraduate research at this session.
Professionalism and Networking, April 9, 12 to 1 p.m., 145B Student Union
With social networking taking off tremendously in the last few years, college students have more opportunities than ever to connect with future employers via the web. This session will explore how to maximize your networking abilities as well as some tips to improve professionalism before you head out into the job market.
Parental Pressures, April 16, 12 to 1 p.m., 145B Student Union
Whether you are a freshman or a senior, there is no doubt that parental pressures play some sort of role in your college education. This session will help students learn ways to deal with these pressures and voice their concerns/praise for parental involvement.
GPA, April 23, 12 to 1 p.m., 210 Student Union
How do you calculate your GPA? What are some ways to increase it? What GPA is required for graduate school? This session will help students explore the ins and outs of their GPA and decipher what it really means.
Jobs in the Media, April 30, 12 to 1 p.m., 210 Student Union
On TV doctors lives are portrayed as glamorous and office workers are shown as slackers. Is this how the world of work really is? Come and discuss how the media portrays certain occupations and contrast them with what real people in those professions do each day.
Any questions can be directed to jreading@buffalo.edu
Posted March 20, 2008 in Educational Programs, Events, UB Announcements
NY College of Podiatric Medicine Summer Program
The Admissions Office at New York College of Podiatric Medicine, NYCPM is excited to announce the 2008 Pre-Matriculation Summer Program dates.
The program, which takes place from July 7, 2008 through August 15, 2008, consists of three parts:
Participants take a combination of three courses from the Pre-Clinical Sciences curriculum at NYCPM. e.g., Biochemistry, Histology, Physiology, Anatomy, or Genetics
Students are exposed to podiatric medicine, clinical procedures, and patient care by shadowing in our clinic, The Foot Clinics of New York.
Students learn reading comprehension, time management, and note taking skills, designed specifically to prepare them for medical school.
The program fee is $700.00. Current undergraduate students who have completed a minimum of 80 credit hours with no previous applications to a podiatry school can apply for tuition exemption. Tuition exemptions will be approved based on the student’s academic achievements as well as their demonstrated motivation to pursue a medical profession.
Students will still be responsible for room and board and separate housing fees apply should students request accommodations in our housing facilities. Six weeks of medical exposure while living with medical students from across the country in New York City is an unparalleled opportunity.
Information about the program and the application for admission can be found on the website.
Posted March 19, 2008 in Chiropractic/Optometry/Podiatry Updates, Educational Programs, Summer Opportunities
V-Day Events at UB
This message is from Rajavi S. Parikh
Organizer, V-Day College Campaign at UB 2008
V-Day is a world campaign to end violence against women and girls. This being the campaign’s 10th year anniversary, we wanted to make sure our V-Day College Campaign at UB 2008 was the biggest it could be to ensure that we increased awareness of this global problem to our campus community. For more information on V-Day, please click on the link.
Below, you will find information about all of the events going on for the campaign, which will take place next week, from March 24th-28. One hundred % of our proceeds will go towards our beneficiaries, Crisis Services, the International Institute of Buffalo, and the Women of New Orleans. Tickets are actually available for all events now at the SBI Ticket office located in 221 Student Union.
Monday, March 24th 2008
Film screening of “Until the Violence Stops”
6:30pm in the Intercultural Diversity Center
Tickets: $3 presale and at the door
Speakers and guided discussion to follow film
Tuesday, March 25th 2008
“These Hands Don’t Hurt” campaign (free event)
Pledge to a life of non-violence
Table in the student union 9am-4pm
Leave your hand print on the windows of the Student Union
(we will have black, white and pink paint with which people can make their hand print and sign their name and a visual representation of the campaign going on that week)
Wednesday, March 26th 2008
The Vagina Monologues
8pm in Goodyear X - South Campus
Tickets $8 presale, $10 at the door
Thursday, March 27th 2008
The Vagina Monologues
8pm in Woldman Theatre (Norton 112) - North Campus
Tickets $8 presale, $10 at the door
Friday, March 28th 2008
A Memory, A Monologue, A Rant and A Prayer
8pm in Goodyear X - South Campus
Tickets $8 presale, $10 at the door
Please feel free to share this information with anyone else who may want to support the cause.
Until the violence stops,
Rajavi S. Parikh
Organizer, V-Day College Campaign at UB 2008
Posted March 18, 2008 in Current Issues, Educational Programs, Events, UB Announcements
AED Blood Drive
AED will be hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive in the Student Union on Wednesday, March 26th and we are looking for volunteers to help with set-up, handing out forms or snacks, or taking everything down. If you are able to volunteer any time that day, please contact Katya. Her e-mail address is yvm2@buffalo.edu.
Katie Brewer
AED President 2007-08
Posted March 17, 2008 in Health Relevant Experience, Student Clubs, UB Announcements, Volunteering
APMS Announcements
These messages are from Jennifer Stabel, president of APMS
Our next and final meeting for the year is Tuesday, April 1st in 109 O’Brian at 5:00 PM. This will be our election meeting. If you have been an active member of APMS, please consider running for an officer position. To those who are interested in running for a position- Please send me your name and the position you are interested in running for by Tuesday, March 25. For the election meeting, please prepare a 1-2 minute speech including your involvement in APMS, your credentials, and a little bit about yourself. If you are unable to attend the election meeting, you can still run for a position. To do so you may send me the position you are running for and your speech, which will be read for you at the meeting.
Officer positions:
President: Presides over general body meetings and e-board meetings, attends Academic Club Council meetings every other week, delegates tasks, manages listserv, makes sure we follow SA guidelines and complete SA requirements, helps coordinate all events, keeps records of all club activities.
Shadowing Coordinators (2): Assign shadowing opportunities using forms that have been filled in. One person will be in charge of the ERs and one will be in charge of the specialist doctors. Keep record off all shadowing opportunities assigned.
Vice President: Presides over meetings when President is unable to attend, coordinates volunteer activities, attends Academic Club Council meetings every other week, makes meeting room reservations, and helps President with duties above.
Treasurer: In charge of club finances. Sets up all fundraisers. Works closely with SA Treasurer to fill out paper work when we need money from our budget or need to deposit funds. Purchases all supplies for events with club budget.
Secretary: Takes minutes at e-board and general body meetings, makes and posts flyers, advertises for all club events and meetings, writes and sends thank you notes for guest speakers.
*The elections will take place in the following order: President, Shadowing Coordinators, Vice
President, Treasurer, and Secretary. If you are not elected for the position you first run for,
you may run for another position. Only people who have been active members of APMS (attended general body meetings, shadowed, came to events, and so on) are eligible to vote. We will be checking names on our lists before we give out voting ballots.
APMS is making dinner at Ronald McDonald House Saturday, March 29th from 2:00- 5:00 PM. If you would like to sign up to help, contact Lindsay at lmg32@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
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.
Relay for Life is April 12th in the evening following the APMS banquet. If you are interested in
being a member of the APMS team, you can contact Lindsay at lmg32@buffalo.edu for more information.
Posted March 17, 2008 in Student Clubs, UB Announcements
Graduate School Funding Presentation
The University Honors College and The Graduate School are sponsoring a Graduate School Funding Presentation on Thursday, March 20 in 120 Clemens Hall Lobbyfrom 4:00-5:00 pm. The session will provide participants with an overview of the National Science Foundation – Graduate Research Fellowship Program and National Institutes of Health Fellowship Programs. Current UB graduate students and faculty will share their perspectives on the application process and benefits of fellowships. Please note NSF & NIH fellowships are open only to individuals who, at the time of application, are citizens, nationals or permanent resident aliens of the United States.
Graduate School Funding Presentation
National Science Foundation (NSF) & National Institutes of Health (NIH)
NEXT Thursday, March 20, 2008
Presentation: 4:00PM in 120 Clemens Hall
University Honors College
The Graduate School
