Register Today for Exclusive Columbia Bioethics Event!

You’re Invited to Join Columbia University’s Bioethics Program for an Exclusive Online Event

Attend an online discussion with a panel of experts on April 27 at 6:15 p.m. ET, co-sponsored by the Columbia University Programs in Bioethics.

Register now for this event.

Why Is There Confusion About Whether Masks Prevent COVID-19? Public Perceptions, Misperceptions and the Messaging of Science

A recent Cochrane report, purporting to show limited data to support mandates to use masks to prevent COVID-19 has sparked immense controversy, seized by many critics as evidence of failures by public health officials. Columbia University Bioethics Program Director Dr. Robert Klitzman will be moderating a panel of national experts who will analyze the report, its limitations, its media coverage and lessons we can learn as we move forward.

Speakers:

Pam Factor-Litvak, PhD, Professor of Epidemiology, Columbia University Irving Medical Center; Associate Dean for Research Resources, Mailman School of Public Health, Columbia University

Allison E. Aiello, PhD, James S. Jackson Healthy Longevity Professor of Epidemiology in the Robert N. Butler Columbia Aging Center, Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Robert E. Fullilove, EdD, Associate Dean for Community and Minority Affairs, Professor of Clinical Sociomedical Sciences and the co-director of the Cities Research Group, Mailman School of Public Health, Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Donald K. Milton, MD, DrPH, MPowering Maryland Professor; Professor of Environmental and Occupational Health, School of Public Health, University of Maryland

For further information please contact Athina Fontenot at af3018@columbia.edu.

PA Virtual Fair Register Today!

 The PA Education Association (PAEA) invites you to register for the PA Program Virtual Fair on Wednesday, May 10 from 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. ET. This is a free event for all students interested in exploring a career as a PA or preparing to apply in CASPA. Students will be able to:

     • Chat with representatives from over 85 PA programs, PAEA, and CASPA
     • Attend live presentations and Q&As (or access the recordings on-demand) from current students, practicing PAs, and admissions reps on topics like:
          • Avoiding CASPA application common mistakes
          • Preparing to apply as an international student
          • Tips for test prep
          • Identifying and utilizing mentorship opportunities
     • Ask any questions you might have at the start of the 23-24 cycle
     • And more!

Register Now

Join the Doctors Without Borders Student Chapter at Columbia University for 2023-2024 year!

Join the Doctors Without Borders Columbia Student Chapter! See their posting below: 

 *** Executive Board positions (including President) are open NOW through APRIL 25th. Apply here! ***

Interested in Medicine? Social Justice and Human Rights? A leadership position on campus? All three?! Join the Doctors Without Borders Student Chapter at Columbia University for 2023-2024 year!

Our student chapter was created with the mission to bring together a group of like-minded individuals dedicated to advocacy and the principles of humanitarian medicine that aims to advance medical ethics and improve access to healthcare globally.

Our student chapter seeks to create a community in which students can thoroughly learn about, support, and advocate for several international contexts of refugees, minority and women’s rights, environmental justice, and mental health.

We facilitate these spaces through a variety of events and actions including, but not limited to, teaching life-saving skills used by MSF doctors abroad, advocacy campaigns, speakers and mentors from MSF aid workers (The MSF Headquarters is very close to campus!), film screenings, fundraising efforts, petition drives, and other events on and around campus!

If you are interested in joining, apply using our interest form, and we'll reach out with further details regarding joining the general body, and applying for the executive board!

Project Sunshine E-Board Applications Open

Interested in working with children in a healthcare setting and developing leadership through service? Project Sunshine is currently recruiting members for their 2023-2024 executive board. 

The application can be found here. Questions? Reach out to Jeanette Luna (jml2390@barnard.edu) or Jessica Aragon (jva2109@barnard.edu) for more information.

Summer Dental Immersion Program at OHSU

Oregon Health Sciences University School of Dentistry invites applications to their Academic Immersion Program, to be held May 22 - June 2, 2023. This program includes:

• Lectures with dental faculty
• Personal readiness assessments
• Lab activities
• Advising from Admissions Staff
• Housing & a modest stipend

Juniors, seniors, and postbaccalaureate students may apply! The application deadline is May 10, 2023. The application link and more details can be found here.

Register Now for Ethics for Lunch: Treatment Over Objection

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ethics-for-lunch-treatment-over-objection-registration-484000006047

 In person and online presentation and discussion of a clinical case focusing on treatment over objection with Katherine Fischkoff, MD.

Lunch will be provided for those choosing to attend in person at CUIMC VP&S Amp 1. Online attendance is also available via Zoom.

Katherine Fischkoff, MD is a general and acute care surgeon, with a special interest in medical ethics. Dr. Fischkoff’s clinical skills and research expertise have earned her recognition as Medical Director for the Surgical Step Down Unit and Vice-Chair of the Department of Surgery’s Quality and Patient Safety Committee. She has produced influential research in the field of medical ethics to help clarify the role of the surgeon in difficult ethical situations. During the COVID pandemic, she led the way in developing standard-of-care recommendations to guide the diverse and numerous ethics challenges faced by all healthcare workers.

Dr. Fischkoff earned her medical degree from George Washington University and went on to receive specialized training at NYU, Cornell and Memorial-Sloan Kettering before joining the team at Columbia.

Join Us: MSPH 4+1 Info Session

Register for our upcoming Spring 4+1 Mailman School of Public Health Information Session! Barnard and Columbia faculty, facilitated by Beyond Barnard, will cover the basics of the 4+1 degree, the application process, coursework and credit requirements, and offer time at the end for questions. This event is strongly recommended for any freshman or sophomores interested in applying for the 4+1 pathway their Junior year. 

The 4+1 Pathways offer Barnard students the opportunity to obtain a Masters degree from Columbia on an accelerated timeline in an area of their choosing. This session is for those interested in the pathways with Columbia's Mailman School of Public Health.

The event is Monday April 3rd at 12:30pm. Register here: Mailman 4+1 Information Session

NJMS Virtual Admissions Information Seminars

 Rutgers New Jersey Medical School will offer a series of virtual information sessions this spring. They are a great opportunity to learn more about NJMS, including all aspects of the application process, interview tips, curriculum, clinical and research opportunities, student life and support services, etc. Upcoming dates/times are:

Friday, March 24, 3:00 - 4:30 PM

Wednesday, April 19, 4:00 - 5:30 PM

Thursday, May 3, 3:30 - 5:00 PM

Register here or contact njmsadmiss@njms.rutgers.edu with questions. 

Volunteer Opportunities in Emergency Medicine Research

Dr. Keith Bradley, Director of the Research Associates Program at St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport, CT and founder of The National Alliance of Research Associates Programs, will talk about summer Research Associates opportunities at St. Vincent's and yearlong Chief Research Associates opportunities at NARAP affiliated hospitals, including new sites in Flushing and Coney Island. 

The event will be held online, Monday, March 27, at 12:00 PM. Interested students should register here: https://events.columbia.edu/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-00bbdb71-86e45113-0186-e5e9dfba-000027bbevents@columbia.edu&recurrenceId=.  

 

The Zoom link will be sent to registrants before the event.

Veterinary Medical Symposium 4/27

Calling students interested in veterinary medicine! Join Columbia's Postbaccalaurate Premedical Studies Program for a symposium featuring current veterinarians discussing their career trajectories as well as a primer on the admissions process from Jennifer Mailey and Jai Sweet from Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. The event will take place on Thursday, April 27 at 6:30 PM in 428 Pupin Hall. If you'd like to attend, register here: https://events.columbia.edu/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-00bbdb71-86922324-0186-93acf4bd-00003607events@columbia.edu&recurrenceId=