If you are looking for virtual pre-health shadowing opportunities, I have added some additional resources to the\u00a0URGO website\u00a0this week.<\/p>\n
URGO has extended\u00a0the\u00a0Phase 1<\/strong>\u00a0summer research\u00a0application deadline to\u00a0February 16th<\/strong>. The\u00a0Phase 2<\/strong>\u00a0application deadline is now due\u00a0March 1st<\/strong>.\u00a0This change is to give students more time to find a research mentor and to work with them to write a strong application. Visit URGO’s website for resources on finding\u00a0off-campus research\u00a0opportunities as well.<\/p>\n Aisha Mohamed, ’16 Biology, will speak on the intersection of religion and science. Aisha, a second-year medical student at the University of Minnesota, will explore ethical issues raised by advances in science.\u00a0Register in advance for this webinar.<\/p>\n February 6, 2021 – 10:00am-12pm CT<\/strong><\/p>\n You may choose to attend at any time during the time frame. During the career fair, you\u2019ll have the opportunity to connect with recruiters and learn more about your position of interest, company culture and more!<\/p>\n Immediate needs for:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Part Time, Full Time and Temporary Positions<\/strong><\/p>\n Register Here<\/p>\n Transforming the Way Researchers Share Data<\/p>\n February 10, 2021<\/p>\n Join MScBMI lecturer Dr. Volchenboum on Wednesday, February 10 at 5pm. CT for a discussion on how the utility of data collection and analysis in improving cancer survival rates.<\/p>\n Register Here<\/p>\n February 16, 2021<\/p>\n Take your career to the next level with a degree in biomedical informatics. Join us on Tuesday, February 16 at 5pm. CT for an online application workshop to learn about our program, admission requirements, and more.<\/p>\n Register Here<\/p>\n Tuesday, February 16 from 6-8pm (PST)<\/strong>\u00a0WesternU COMP-Northwest will host our next monthly pre-med series event. Western University of Health Sciences is a graduate health sciences university located in Pomona, CA and Lebanon, OR.<\/p>\n Join Dr. Ed Goering, Assistant Professor of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine\/Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine at COMP-Northwest and a group of current medical students as they lead prospective students through a presentation, demonstration and discussion on the history and current practice of OMM\/NMM.<\/p>\n Register Here<\/p>\n Thursday, February 25th from 9:00am-2:00pm, virtual<\/strong><\/p>\n Looking for a job or internship in 2021? Many employers are hiring now.<\/strong><\/p>\n Idaho College of\u00a0Osteopathic Medicine\u2019s Student Osteopathic Medical Association (SOMA) Chapter will host its second annual\u00a0ShaDOw Day\u00a0virtual event on Saturday, Feb. 27 beginning at 9 a.m. (MST) via WebEx.<\/p>\n Schedule (MST)<\/p>\n 9 am: Welcome<\/p>\n 9:10 am: SOMA and Osteopathic Medicine Introduction<\/p>\n 9:30 am: Admissions Presentation<\/p>\n 10:00 am: OMM Demonstration<\/p>\n 10:25 am: Student Panel<\/p>\n 12:30 pm: Wrap up & Last Questions<\/p>\n Once you\u2019ve submitted your RSVP, you will receive an email from Webex with a link to join.<\/p>\n RSVP Here<\/p>\n The\u00a0AAMC Fee Assistance Program\u00a0provides financial assistance to individuals who, without this aid, would find it difficult to take the MCAT, apply to medical schools that use AMCAS, and fulfill other application obligations.\u00a0The 2021 Fee Assistance Program application opens Feb. 8, 2021.<\/strong><\/p>\n There is a webinar on\u00a0Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at 2 p.m. ET.\u00a0<\/strong>to learn about the\u00a02021 AAMC Fee Assistance Program\u00a0and how medical school applicants can save over $2,000 through the AAMC Fee Assistance Program! This 60-minute webinar will cover the 2021 Fee Assistance Program benefits, eligibility requirements, the application process, and include time for Q&A.\u00a0Register here.<\/p>\n The Central Corridor Anchor Partnership,\u00a0a group of colleges, universities (including Augsburg University, hospitals, health care, and other partner organizations,\u00a0and their C3 program is currently recruiting students who are in a health care track to be part of a COVID corps.<\/p>\n Healthcare employers in the Twin Cities urgently need you to fill nursing assistant, call center,\u00a0and helper roles. The faculty and staff of Rosalind Franklin University (RFU) invite you to attend our Virtual Open House on\u00a0Saturday, February 6<\/strong>. This event is an excellent opportunity to get to know RFUMS and see how our graduate health professions and science programs can help you advance your career.<\/p>\n Why attend an RFU Virtual Open House?<\/strong><\/u> Virtual Open House<\/strong> Register Here<\/p>\n Starting in February and ending in May, Mayo is hosting virtual sessions including, Influencer, Q & A with current students, Information, and Inside Look sessions.<\/p>\n For more information, including specific session dates and registration, follow the link below.<\/p>\n Open House\/Virtual Spring 2021 Sessions<\/p>\n The Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) is hosting a hands-on challenge for undergraduate students! The challenge is for students to research healthy habits for good mental health; commit to one healthy habit for 21 days; and develop either an infographic or podcast detailing the research and experience. The infographic or podcast should discuss your healthy habit and why other students should (or should not) use your method to better their own mental health. Your infographic or podcast could win you a $5,000 scholarship! The deadline for submitting your entry to this competition is\u00a0Wednesday, March 31, 2021<\/strong>, and winners will be announced in late April.<\/p>\n The\u00a0Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine<\/strong>\u00a0will be offering\u00a0Med School 101<\/strong>\u00a0this year. It will be a virtual event held on\u00a0Saturday, April 24th<\/sup>, 2021.<\/strong><\/p>\n Topics that will be covered:<\/p>\n This is a free half-day informational seminar for college students to learn general information about medical school. Students will receive tips on:<\/p>\n Registration information will be available on or around March 10th.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Pre-Health Advising If you are looking for virtual pre-health shadowing opportunities, I have added some additional resources to the\u00a0URGO website\u00a0this week. URGO has extended\u00a0the\u00a0Phase 1\u00a0summer research\u00a0application deadline to\u00a0February 16th. 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MScBMI Seminar Series<\/h4>\n
MScBMI Online Application Workshop<\/h4>\n
History and Philosophy of Osteopathic Medicine Webinar<\/h4>\n
Minnesota Private Colleges\u2019 Fall Career and Internship Fair<\/h4>\n
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ICOM SOMA ShaDOw Day<\/h4>\n
AAMC Fee Assistance Program<\/h4>\n
C3 COVID Corps<\/h4>\n
\n\u2022 Most jobs generally start between $15-18 per hour
\n\u2022 Flexible, part-time opportunities available
\n\u2022 Work more than 20 hours per week and receive tuition reimbursement for some roles
\n\u2022 Safety – healthcare employers are employing best practice safety measures for in-person\u00a0employees
\n\u2022 Gain work experience, build your resume, and launch your healthcare career at M Health\u00a0Fairview, Regions\/HealthPartners, or Hennepin Health
\nAPPLY to the COVID Corps through Central Corridor College (C3)\u00a0Fellows
\nGuaranteed intake interview: You will receive personalized support in connecting with an employer to
\nfill an urgent-need healthcare role.
\nLearn more about free nursing assistant training resources here:
\no\u00a0https:\/\/www.esns.org\/nursingassistant
\no\u00a0https:\/\/emerge-mn.org\/career-training\/
\no\u00a0https:\/\/www.capiusa.org\/services\/economic-empowerment\/
\no\u00a0https:\/\/clues.org\/services\/economic-empowerment\/career-trainings\/<\/p>\nRosalind Franklin University Virtual Open House<\/h4>\n
\n1. Engage with faculty and staff about programs that interest you.
\n2. Discover how our interprofessional curriculum uniquely prepares students for success.
\n3. Gain insight into the application process.<\/p>\n
\nSaturday, February 6
\n9AM-2PM CST<\/p>\nMayo College of Medicine and Science Spring Open House<\/h4>\n
ORISE Undergraduate Scholarship Opportunity<\/h4>\n
Mayo Clinic Med School 101<\/h4>\n
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