CUEMS Sponsorship for EMT Course

 Interested in becoming certified as an EMT for FREE?

Each semester, CUEMS sponsors several Columbia and Barnard students to complete an EMT course taught by a local NYC training organization.

Mandatory info sessions for sponsorship will be in Hamilton 702 on April 5th and 6th from 2030-2100 (8:30pm-9:00pm). Please be on time! Doors shut at 8:30pm sharp.

CUEMS sponsorship is separate from the CUEMS membership application. Sponsored students take the EMT course at a reduced cost, but are not guaranteed membership in the corps. Upon course completion, all EMTs interested in joining CUEMS must attend an interview during our semesterly application cycles.

We hope to see you there!

Pre-Medical Opportunities for American Indian and Alaska Native Learners

 2022 RISE Summer Academy

The RISE Summer Academy application is now open! The Summer Academy is intended for American Indians and Alaska Natives (AIAN) who are preparing for the medical school application process.

Deadline to apply: April 15, 2022 by 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.

Applications are beginning to come in and there are only 20 spots to fill - apply now!

-To view application requirements, click here.

-Download the RISE Summer Academy flyer and visit the website for more information and to apply.

-For questions about the Summer Academy, please contact diversity.medicine@wsu.edu

Benefits of the RISE Summer Academy:

• Cost to attend: FREE

• Coursework including the Kaplan MCAT Prep course and Science Enhancements are covered by the program
• Travel to/from the WSU Health Sciences campus in Spokane
• Room and board during in-person days of the program

• Access to and exposure with medical school faculty, leadership, and students
• Development of Native Cultural identity in medicine and network of Native Physicians
• Coursework and exposure to become a more competitive applicant to medical school
• Direct access to medical school admissions deans and faculty with individual feedback on personal statements and mock interviews

2022 AIAN Medical School Application Workshop

The Northwest Native American Center of Excellence is excited to announce the 2022 American Indian/Alaska Native Medical School Application Workshop in collaboration with Oregon Health and Sciences University, Washington State University, University of Washington, and U.C. Davis School of Medicine. The workshop will be held virtually on Friday, May 6^th, 2022.

This workshop will comprehensively review the medical school admissions process, including: 1) practical tips for writing your personal statement and a 1:1 live feedback session, 2) requesting letters of recommendation, 3) mock medical school interviews in MMI and traditional formats, and 4) helpful tips for navigating the application process. 

Apply Now! 2022 AIAN Medical School Application Workshop Application

Application opens: Wednesday, March 16^th, 2022

Application Deadline: Wednesday, April 6^th, 2022

Eligibility: American Indian/Alaska Native pre-med students within 2 years of applying to medical school
Workshop Date: Friday, May 6^th, 2022

More Info: www.nnacoe.org/applicant-workshop

For questions, please email Christina Uh at uhc@ohsu.edu

Follow @nativehealthohsu on Instagram and Facebook for updates.

2022 Wy'east Post-Bac Program (conditional acceptance to OHSU, UC Davis SOM, or WSU COM)

The Wy’east Pathway is a FREE 10-month post-baccalaureate Pathway for AIAN learners who are passionate about becoming doctors and are on the brink of going to medical school. The goal is to prepare learners for the rigors of medical school and to provide cultural support and mentorship. The Pathway takes place at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) in Portland, OR. Read more about Wy’east on our website. The application for Wy’east opens on April 1, 2022 – please reach out to wyeast@ohsu.edu for details. You can now register for the Wy’east Pathway Info Session and Q&A on April 16^th, 2022.

Applicants are welcome to apply to Wy’east in addition to our partner program hosted by Washington State University, the RISE Summer Academy – eligibility and application details for both programs can be found on the above websites.

You can find the Wy’east Pathway General flyer online here.

The Wy’east FAQ can be found here.

The Wy’east Pathway Info Session and Q&A flyer can be found here.

Summer EMT-B Course

 Title: Summer Accelerated Hybrid/Online EMT-B Course

Organization: Yeshiva University EMS Club/AuraPrep

Department: NYS Department of Health and National Registry EMT (NREMT) recognized 

Website: https://forms.gle/6hshDzbyi6Pab1dCA

Hours per week: 40 hours.

Desired Start Date: June 1, 2022

Desired End Date: June 23, 2022

Location: Online / 245 Lexington Ave, New York, NY-10016

Course Fee: $1500 + $28 for State Exam (if not from NY, extra charge of $98 for the NREMT exam)

Description: 

Tentative Dates: Summer 2022

*Classes will be mostly online with five in-person sessions for skills*

You can read here our amazing reviews. 

Summer Intensive 15 days (Y#27):

• 6/1 - 6/16 (Zoom sessions 10-2pm)
• In-person sessions will be on June 19-22. Practical State Exam 6/23 with PPE and Social Distancing
• Syllabus: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1cmYG83leGoIlufxYHpWBkysbjKEzpvxkJewxDKmRqWY/edit?usp=sharing
• Location will be at the YU midtown Manhattan campus located at 245 Lexington Avenue, or at our satellite location on Broadway*
• *Due to the current Covid-19 pandemic, the dates and place are subject to change
• Upon successful completion of the course, you'll get an EMT-B license from the NYS-DOH and BLS (CPR) by the AHA. You will also be eligible to take the national online NREMT exam in order to become nationally certified and practice in your home state.

Qualifications: Must be 17 years old. No need to be a resident or have a driver's license.

Application Instructions:

Please fill out this form if you are interested:
https://forms.gle/6hshDzbyi6Pab1dCA

Flyer: https://forms.gle/6hshDzbyi6Pab1dCA

For any questions or concerns, please reach out to:

Email Neiditch@mail.yu.edu or LearnEMT@gmail.com

National Public Health Week Events 4/4 - 4/7

The Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health will offer a series of webinars for National Public Health Week. Descriptions are below, and registration and details for each event can be found on thisispublichealth.org/event/...

 

Monday, 4/4 – 2:00 – 3:00 pm ET
Applying to Schools and Programs of Public Health

Interested in pursuing a graduate degree in public health? Join us to learn about the resources available to you to find your fit, the process for applying, and tips to strengthen your application. The presentation will include time for Q&A.

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Tuesday, 4/5 – 4:00 – 5:00 pm ET
The Public Health Life

Public health is a field with a variety of entry points and career paths. So what is it like to be practicing in the profession? Join us as we chat with alumni This Is Public Health Ambassadors to hear about their path to public health, their current role, and their career goals. The panel will include a Q&A portion from the audience, so bring all your questions about what it's like to work in public health!

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Wednesday, 4/6 – 4:00 – 5:00 pm ET
Opportunities to Explore Public Health

Having the opportunity to gain exposure to a career field is invaluable experience – not just for your resume or graduate school application, but to help you gain clarity in your interests. This webinar will feature four opportunities to gain that experience as an undergraduate or recent alumni. Hear from CDC CUPS, Health Career Connection, Public Health Associate Program (CDC PHAP) and Summer Health Professions Education Program. Attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions during the session. 

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Thursday, 4/7 – 4:00 – 5:00 pm ET
Public Health Careers: How Do You Want to Make Your Impact?
If you're unsure what a public health career looks like, or if it might be the path for you, you don't want to miss this webinar. Join the authors of 101+ Careers in Public Health, Beth Seltzer and Heather Krasna, as they discuss the field of public health and the types of opportunities available within the field. Bring all of your questions about practicing public health!

Programs in Occupational Therapy Info Session, Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons

 Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons - Programs in Occupational Therapy Info Session

Friday, April 1, 2022 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Zoom
*Register by clicking the above link. The Zoom link to attend will be provided to registered attendees on the day of the meeting in a reminder email.

Occupational therapy helps people across the lifespan resume or maintain participation in the activities that are important to them, including their daily life activities, jobs, leisure and social activities, getting around, and caring for themselves.  Occupation therapists treat the whole person and have training in both physical and behavioral health.

Programs in Occupational Therapy at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons are proud to be one of the oldest yet exceptionally progressive programs to prepare occupational therapists as superior clinicians, administrators, educators, and researchers.  Their nationally distinguished faculty mentors students on both the masters and doctoral levels to meet the challenges of our complex health care systems.

Please join us for this informative session where a representative of the program will discuss it in more detail and answer questions.

Columbia University makes every effort to accommodate individuals with disabilities. Please notify the office in advance if you require closed captioning, sign-language interpretation or any other disability accommodations. Alternatively, Disability Services can be reached at 212.854.2388 and disability@columbia.edu.

Event: Prehealth Overview Session 3/31

 Prehealth students are expected to attend an overview session prior to scheduling individual advising appointments. Overview sessions discuss academic preparation, portfolio development, letters of recommendation, Barnard’s Committee process, and advising resources. They are intended to provide space, in a small-group setting, for discussing the prehealth experience, so please bring your questions!

Event takes place virtually on 3/31 at 12pm Eastern. Register on Handshake. 

Columbia University Med School Fair: Additional Panels on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; Financing Your Medical Education

On Saturday, April 2nd, Columbia University will be hosting a panel discussion on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Medical Education and Care. Students can register for this event here.
We will discuss admissions, student life, curriculum, and continuing improvement for our healthcare systems for all people with some leaders in medicine including:

• Dr. Gary Butts - Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

• Dean for Diversity Programs, Policy, and Community Affairs

• Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer for the Mount Sinai Health System

• Dr. Joy Deanna Howell - Weill Cornell Medical College

• Assistant Dean for Diversity and Student Life at Weill Cornell Medicine

• Vice Chair for Diversity in the Department of Pediatrics

• Dr. Hilda Hutcherson - Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
• Senior Associate Dean for Diversity and Multicultural Affairs
  
  
• Dr. Ann-gel Palermo - Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
• Senior Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  
  
• Dean Mercedes Rivero - Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
• Assistant Dean for Admissions

 

On Saturday, April 9th, there will be a panel discussion on Financing Your Medical Education. Students can register for this event here.

As a bonus event of the Columbia University 2022 Medical School Fair, we will be joined by Julie Gilbert of the AAMC, and Hospital Corpsman First Class David Kamaal of the US Navy. The two will share information on options for funding your medical education, as well as many resources for finding additional information and getting all of your questions on paying for medical school answered.

• 11-11:20am ET: Presentation of Programs from Julie Gilbert, Senior Education Debt Management Specialist at the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC)
  
  
• 11:20-11:40am ET: Presentation of Programs from Hospital Corpsman First Class David Kamaal (Field Medical Technician) of the United States Navy
  
  
• 11:40am-12pm ET: Questions from Student Attendees