Pre-Professional Student Ambassadors - Application Open
The Pre-Professional Advising Office is looking for high achieving UGA undergraduate
students entering their sophomore, junior, or senior year that are pursuing professional
programs to be a Pre-Professional Student Ambassador.
Pre-Professional Student Ambassadors (PPSA) will work directly with the Pre-Professional
Advising Office to build an inclusive community for pre-health and pre-law students
at UGA. The role of a PPSA is to connect students to campus resources, provide peer
support, professional development opportunities, and guidance. Additionally, they
will promote the Pre-Professional Advising Office across campus and work with campus
partners for collaboration and outreach.
If interested in this opportunity, click on the link below to learn more about this
program.
Application opens January 25, 2023, at 12:00 pm.
Application closes February 17, 2023, at 4:00 pm.
South College PA Information Session
South College - Atlanta campus will hold an information session via Zoom on Monday, January 30th, 2023, at 4pm. Samantha Stebbins, Admissions Coordinator for the Physician Assistant program will
give an overview of their school, application/admission process, and provide helpful
resources to upcoming applicants.
No registration is necessary. Students should come with prepared questions to ask
following the presentation.
Zoom Link:https://zoom.us/j/98173909704
Meeting ID: 981 7390 9704
Pre-Med Mission Statement Workshop
Are you planning to apply to medical school in the upcoming cycle? Do you dread thinking
about writing your personal statement? Attend this Mission Statement Workshop on Monday, January 30th, from 5 PM – 6:30 PM via Zoom. The medical schools you will apply to have mission statements, and so should you.
Writing a personal mission statement will help you define and focus on your values
and goals and help you determine if a medical school is a good fit for you. According
to indeed.com, your mission statement assists you in “creat[ing] boundaries that make
decision-making easier [and help you] to see whether your decisions align with your
long-term goals.” This exercise will also help as you begin to craft your personal
statement for your application.
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwvdO2vqzooHdWvVrl07MaigM4JZP30EZqf
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about
joining the meeting.
Introductory Pre-Med Orientation
The Pre-Professional Advising Office will offer an Introductory Pre-Med Orientation on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM via Zoom. This introductory orientation is designed to provide freshman/sophomore pre-medical
students and those recently deciding to have a premed intent with information concerning
prerequisites, shadowing/volunteering, etc.
Register in advance for this meeting: Click here.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about
joining the meeting.
Careers in Healthcare Series -
NP or PA: Which Career is Right for You?
If you are considering a career in medicine and are torn between the role of physician
associate and nurse practitioner this panel is right for you. Join us on February 6th at 6:00pm via Zoom as we explore the different responsibilities, scope of practice, approach to care,
and knowledge required of nurse practitioners/physician associates and the differences
between them.
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/97014557006?pwd=TzdYUGZ2ODk5WmpJZXpPZFBUQ2Q5Zz09
Meeting ID:970 1455 7006
Passcode:543072
Northwestern Pritzker School of Law Information Session
Join us for an information session with an admissions representative from Northwestern
Pritzker School of Law on February, 7th from 3pm-4pm via Zoom . Learn more about the law school located in downtown Chicago.
Zoom Link:https://northwestern.zoom.us/j/92057659830
Meeting ID: 9205 765 9830
Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine Information Session
Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine will hold an information session via Zoom on Tuesday, February 7th, 2023, at 4pm. Dr. Glennon Mays, Director of Recruitment and Student Services and Clinical Professor
for large animal care will give an overview of their school, application/admission
process, and provide helpful resources to upcoming applicants. Current Texas A&M veterinary
students will be in attendance.
No registration is necessary. Students should come with prepared questions to ask
following the presentation.
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/97988215010
Meeting ID: 979 8821 5010
Trevecca Nazarene University PA Information Session
Mason Mitchell, Enrollment Counselor for the PA program at Trevecca Nazarene University
will facilitate an information session on Tuesday, February 7th from 5pm to 6pm via Zoom. During the virtual presentation, you will have the chance to learn more about the
PA program, ask questions of the student panel, and faculty. Be prepared to ask questions.
It is your opportunity to be noticed.
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://forms.gle/crbEptEB8YRAJhd47
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about
joining the meeting.
Pre-Health Mentorship Panel
Mentorship is an integral part of personal and professional success.
Join the Pre-Professional Advising Office and the UGA Mentor Program as they facilitate
a panel of mentors in the health profession and pre-health mentees eager to share
their experiences and guidance with you! The virtual panel will be held from 5:00
to 6:00 p.m., February 8. Attendees will have the opportunity to sign up for the UGA
Mentor Program and match with a mentor following the panel. You must register to receive
the Zoom link.
Registration Link:https://uga.joinhandshake.com/events/1198732/share_preview
“Show me a successful individual and I’ll show you someone who had real positive influences
in his or her life.” — Denzel Washington
2023 Health Professions Fair
The Pre-Professional Advising Office will be holding a Health Professions Fair on
Tuesday, February 28th from 11:00am-3:00pm in Tate Grand Hall .
The goal of the Health Professions Fair is to provide UGA Pre-Health students the
opportunity to connect directly with admissions representatives from health professional
schools across the country. Students are highly encouraged to stop by and chat with
representatives from a variety of health care programs.
This is your opportunity to ask questions, show your interest and to learn more about
all the different programs available. This Fair will include representatives from
medical, dental, veterinary, optometry, allied health, physician associate, nursing,
and pharmacy programs.
Click here for a list of registered programs
Health in South Africa Winter Break Program 2023-2024
The Office of Global Engagement and the Pre-Professional Advising Office are proud
to offer our pre-health students an opportunity to study abroad in South Africa! The
Health in South Africa Winter Break Program is intended for UGA students who plan
to pursue careers in healthcare and who are working actively toward this goal. Participants
will have the opportunity to learn about the South African healthcare system through
shadowing, guest lectures, round table discussions, tours of healthcare facilities,
and other related activities. In addition to these experiences, participants will
enroll in BIOL 4910 (Advanced Topics in Biology) for 3-credit hours.
BIOL 4910 - Topics in Biology
- Gain perspective on international healthcare while also increasing your cultural competency
- Engage with South African professionals within various areas of healthcare
- Acquire new observational skills, analysis, and critical thinking through experiential
activities
Application Opens: January 11, 2023 and closes March 5, 2023
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