The Illinois College of Optometry is pleased to announce their summer program for underrepresented minority undergraduate students. The program is a weeklong experience that will expose undergraduate students to the profession of optometry in a variety of settings. Participants will have the opportunity to meet and work with current optometry students, ICO Faculty & Staff, as well as practicing optometrists.
Students will be housed at no charge in our Residential Complex. There is no cost to participate in this program. Participants are responsible for their travel expenses and/or transportation cost to and from ICO.
Program Dates: Monday, July 14, through Friday, July 18, 2008
Application Period: April 1 - 30, 2008
Notification: Applicants will be notified on or about May 16, 2008.
For eligibility and application information, click on the link.
Illinois College of Optometry
3241 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60616
Phone: 312-949-7407
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.
A fellowship in the amount of $2500 will be awarded to students who historically have been underrepresented in medicine. These include African American, Latino/Hispanic and Native American students. Students living outside the New York metropolitan area will be eligible for limited travel reimbursement. It is preferred that students will have completed their junior year of college and intend to apply to admissions to medical school or a doctorial program in biomedical science. Criteria for selection include an excellent academic record and a strong interest in research.
MSSROP will provide students with nine weeks (June 12 to August 7) of research experience conducted with the faculty member at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. In addition to research training, students will participate in a special seminar/lecture series together with other college students who are at Einstein for the summer. Campus housing will be available at no cost for students not able to commute.
The deadline for completed applications is March 1, 2008. Applications will be available in 108 Norton Hall starting January 17, 2008.
The Medical/Dental Preparatory Program is a six week summer program designed to provide reinforcement and enrichment experience for students from disadvantaged backgrounds who expect to apply to professional health schools of medicine and dental medicine.
Two tracks are available: Track One - MCAT/DAT Prep: For students who will be taking the MCAT or DAT in the fall of 2008. The program will focus on MCAT/DAT prep, clinical interaction with preceptors and introduction to problem based learning through case studies. Room and board and a $600 stipend are provided.
Track Two - Basic Medical Science Course: For all other students not on Track One. The program will consist of basic medical science courses emphasizing essential principles of cell and molecular biology correlated to problem based learning case studies. Clinical experiences and professional development instruction will also be presented. Room and board and a $600 stipend are provided.
The application is due by February 8, 2008
The first day of the program is June 16, 2008. The last day of the program is July 25, 2008.
Vacations must not be scheduled during the program.
All applicants should:
1) Be college sophomores, juniors, seniors or recent graduates of pre-professional programs with a “B” average or better.
2) Have a high motivation and demonstrated potential for pursuing a career in medicine or dental medicine.
3) Must be from groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in the health professions (African American, Hispanic/Latino American, Native American, Native Alaskan, Native Hawaiian), or others from disadvantaged backgrounds who meet eligibility criteria and have a high probability of fulfilling the social and educational goals of the program.
4) Submitted completed application available from the website.
5) Have an official transcript submitted from each college or university attended.
6) Provide 2 letters of recommendation, at least 1 from a science instructor.
7) A copy of your Federal Income Tax Form 1040 or Equivalent for 2007.
For additional information, application and requirements please go to click on the link.
You may also contact Jan Figueroa at (860) 679-3483 or via email jfigueroa@nso1.uchc.edu
The Summer Undergraduate Mentorship Program of the Hispanic Center of Excellence (HCOE) at Albert Einstein College of Medicine (AECOM) is a six week program that offers students a unique opportunity to become exposed to the realities and nuances of the medical profession through a one-on-one “shadowship” with a physician. The program includes shadowing a physician in a preferred area of specialty, workshop/lecture participation, and research experience. Additionally, individualized MCAT review and research opportunities will be offered based on need and eligibility criteria. All students are expected to complete a written project and give a PowerPoint presenation on thier project to their peers, family, physican mentors and invited faculty.
The program requires a minimum 30 hour weekly commitment. The students will be expected to attend 14 hours of lecture per week and spend at least 6 hours per week with their assigned mentor. Participants in the program will be awarded a stipend at the end of 6 week program. The program will start on June 23, 2008.
To be Eligible: Must be a US citizen or permanent resident. Students will be considered if they are from an underrepresented group in medicine and/or have an economically disadvantaged background. Applicants must have completed at least their freshmen year with at least one year in science by the beginning of the program (Sophomore level and higher). Students must have a GPA of at least 2.5. Students must also provide an official college transcript, obtain a letter of recommendation from a faculty member and obtain medical clearance.
Application Deadline is March 17, 2008.
For more information, click on the link above or contact Hope Spano at HCOE@aecom.yu.edu
Aspiringdocs.org
The AspiringDocs.org campaign toolkit for schools helps support underrepresented minority students.
Explorehealthcareers.org
There is a huge array of information at this site. You can link to the main site or link different sections of your website to sections of this one, since it covers a plethora of different health professions, internships, professional profiles, and more.
NAAHP.org
The NAAHP website has a section devoted to Diversity in the Health Professions. A section on summer programs and listings of various student professional associations may be of particular interest.
The University of Pennsylvania invites you to their annual Minority Recruitment Fair, April 13, 2007 from 9:30-4:30 p.m.
You will: meet the Dean and faculty and staff who oversee the school’s minority programs and admission, tour the dental school campus, learn the ins and outs of the admissions process and how to access financial aid, talk with current Penn Dental Medicine students and hear from minority alumni. To register please call 215-898-5792 or visit the Office of Minority Affairs website.
Howard University announces their Advanced Academic Summer Enhancement Program from June 9, 2007 to July 28, 2007. The goal of the program is to introduce prehealth professional students to the first year of the health professions school. Program Components include: gross anatomy and biochemistry, intensive prep for MCAT or DAT, visits to health professions institutions, exposure to specialties in medicine, health professions admissions and financial aid workshops and intro to analytical reasoning, problem-based learning and research principles. Each student is required to stay on campus, complete the entire 7 week program and then prepare a written summary of his/her experience.
More information is available in 108 Norton; materials are located on the top of the gray file cabinet.
The deadline for application is May 9.
There are minimal requirements: an overall GPA of 2.8, have completed the prereqs for professional health schools, and be a US citizen or permanent resident.
Mentoring in Medicine (MIM), is a national nonprofit organization created by minority physicians passionate about addressing health care disparities. Please go to this site and click on “Events” and then “Upcoming Events” for specific announcements regarding a “Mentoring Minority Medical Student Luncheon” on Saturday, March 24 as well as “The Emergency Department Clinical Exposure and Mentoring Program.”
For talented students who are looking ahead to a career in the allied health professions, the Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) has designed an exciting summer program. This summer program is sponsored by the New York State Department of Education, and seeks to identify talented underrepresented students whose academic careers would be enriched by conducting research under the tutelage of faculty members at the University at Buffalo. Participants will be better equipped to gain admission into graduate programs, thereby, addressing the critical shortage of licensed allied health professionals.
The CSTEP Summer Research Fellowship Program is a six-week program designed to enhance the competitiveness of students pursuing the allied health professions who belong to groups that have been historically underrepresented. The program will strengthen participants’ research skills and expose them to the rigors of graduate study. Students are individually matched with faculty to conduct research. In addition to research experience, students will participate in a research methods course, special seminars, and fieldtrips. At the end of the six-week program, students will present their research to their peers and faculty at a research poster forum.
Candidates should have at least sophomore status with the completion of at least one year of science coursework, and intend to pursue a New York State licensed health profession in Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Medicine, or Optometry. A history of academic excellence and a strong interest in research will serve as selection criteria. A fellow stipend in the amount of $3,000 will be awarded.
Deadline: All application materials (including two letters of recommendation and an official UB transcript) must be received by Monday, March 12, 2007
Program Dates: May 30 – July 13, 2007
Fellow Stipend: $3,000
Housing: Meal allowance provided
Careers in the allied health professions present rewarding opportunities to merge scientific excellence and tangible interpersonal service. There are many prospects for individuals who are prepared to undergo a worthwhile and vigorous period of professional development. Our responsibility is to provide the expertise and resources to guide and support those who have made the decision to pursue the allied health professions. We are pleased to extend this invitation for talented students to participate in the CSTEP Summer Research Fellowship Program for 2007. Interested students may contact Ms. Crump-Owens at (716) 645-2234 or sicrump@acsu.buffalo.edu.
