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Law School Fair

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UGA Law School Fair Monday, September 30, 2024,  10 am – 2 pm

Law schools and legal education vendors from around the country will participate in the 2024 UGA Law School Fair. We welcome all UGA students and alumni to join us in person for this free event. The Law School Fair will take place in the Grand Hall at Tate Student Center (5th Floor) located on 45 Baxter Street in Athens. Drop by in between classes to check it out! You can find out more about the Fair and see the list of participating law schools on our Law School Fair website: https://ppao.uga.edu/2024-law-fair/

 Business casual dress is preferred, but not required. You do not need a copy of your resume.

 

UGA Alumni & M1 at Emory University School of Medicine Instagram Takeover

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Nina Bhatikar, UGA alum and current M1 at Emory School of Medicine will be taking over our Instagram (Instagram: instagram.com/ugaprehealth) all day Tuesday, September 17th. She will be replying to all your questions/comments throughout the day about her experience as a medical student and how to make the most of your Gap year.   

 

Pre-Health Resume Workshop

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Want to apply for shadowing, volunteering or job opportunities with confidence? Grab attention with a polished resume! Pre-health advisors Casey Ellis and Lise Kalla will review resources and tips to get you started Tuesday, September 17th from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. via Zoom.

Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/91098047338
Meeting ID: 910 9804 7338

Be sure to have your resume reviewed at the Career Center’s Resume Days at the Tate Student Center Reception Hall, starting September 17th! Click HERE for details and registration.

 

Georgetown University Law Center Info Session

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Georgetown University School of Law will host an info session for interest students from 5 pm to 6pm on Tuesday, September 17th.. Haer from the Dean of Admissions and current GULC students!

Register Here for the Zoom link.

 

Mercer University College of Nursing Information Session

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Are you interested in obtaining your BSN or ABSN? Come learn about the oldest college of Nursing in Georgia, their tracks, and partnerships with the top hospitals and clinics in the metro-Atlanta area. We will hear from Jordan Kelly, Director of Admissions and Lyric Ford, admissions counselor on Wednesday, September 18th from 5:30-6:30 P.M. in room 248 of the Miller Learning Center. See you there!

 

University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine Information Session

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The Pre-Professional Advising Office is excited to host Michelle Baldwin- Advising and Recruitment Coordinator for University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at 5pm via Zoom. University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine has been ranked # 7 in the US by U.S. News & World Report. If you are interested in applying to a vet program where biomedical research advances the science of animal, human and environmental health, then join us for this presentation. Ms. Baldwin will discuss program requirements, deadlines, qualities of strong applicants and much more. Come prepared with questions. See you there!

Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/98744113246
Meeting ID: 987 4411 3246

 

University of Virginia Info Session and Q&A

 UVA Law

Assistant Dean for Admissions Natalie Blazer will host an information session from 5 pm to 6pm on Thursday, September 19th, in MLC 348. Get all your questions about UVA Law answered!

MedTalk

Med Talk

Do you have a premed intent? Do you want to talk to other students about the highs and lows of the pathway? If so, join us for MedTalk. This group allows you to talk to other students experiencing the same things as you are. We will meet once a month to commiserate and share what is challenging and what is going well.

We are following a cohort model. If you sign up, you are expected to attend the monthly meetings this fall. The first twenty people who sign up will receive an email. A waitlist will be maintained if someone drops out before the first meeting.

First meeting will be held on Thursday, September 19th in 116 Memorial Hall at 5:30pm.

Please note: We do not claim to be therapists or counselors. We want this group to spark conversation and collegiality. If you need additional support services, please get in touch with CAPS or Student Care and Outreach

Use this link to register: https://forms.gle/x9z1khNHozPGnwVm6

University of Louisville School of Dentistry Instagram Takeover

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Experience University of Louisville School of Dentistry hosted by UGA graduates Lindsay Caudell, D2 ('22 Biology), and Truman Wright, D1 ('20 Biology). This is your chance to view aspects of their program and ask questions in real time as dental students go about their day on Instagram, @ugaprehealth, Wednesday, September 25th from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

NYU School of Law Info Session

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Assistant Director of Admissions Michael Ramos will host an in-person information session from 5 pm to 6pm on Wednesday, September 25th. in MLC 248. Get all your questions about NYU School of Law answered!

Piedmont University Nursing Program Tour & Info Session

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Do you want to pursue a career in nursing? Would you like to stay in Athens, GA? Join us at Piedmont University on Thursday, September 26th from 5:30-6:30 P.M. for an info session and tour. We will hear from the dean of the college of nursing, Dr. Jamie Johnson-Huff, as well as other faculty and staff members. Afterwards we will get a tour of the classrooms, and simulation labs. Piedmont University is located at 1282 Prince Avenue, Athens, GA 30601 (right across the street from Piedmont Hospital). We are looking forward to seeing you there!

Harvard Law School Info Session

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Mark Richter from Harvard Law School will host an in-person information session from 5 pm to 6pm on Thursday, September 26th. in MLC 248. Learn more about HLS and the application process.

Register Here today!

Navy Virtual Drop-ins

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A Recruiter for the US Navy will hold drop-ins on Friday, September 27th from 11:30AM – 1:00PM. They will discuss the Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP), a program designed to assist students with paying for medical, dental, PA, nursing school, etc., while also training to become a commissioned officer in the US Navy. 

Microsoft Teams Link:Join the Drop-In Meeting

 

MCAT Panel

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Are you applying to medical school in the next application cycle? Are you studying or planning to begin studying for the MCAT? Join us for an MCAT Panel via Zoom on Monday, September 30th, from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Current UGA students applying to medical school during the 2024-2025 cycle will offer tips and answer questions regarding the MCAT. All the panelists scored in the 85th percentile or higher. Registration for the 2025 MCAT begins on Wednesday, October 2nd. If you plan on taking the MCAT next year, this event offers an opportunity to ask questions that may help you improve your score.

Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/98867975235
Meeting ID: 988 6797 5235

Yale Law School Info Session

Yale Law

Yale Law School will host an information session for UGA studentson Tuesday, October 1st from 5 pm to 6:30 pm in MLC 248. Learn more about the law school and get all your questions about YLS answered.

Sign Up Here

 

US Army Presentation and Suture Clinic

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The US Army will present “The Forefront of Medicine: Life as an Army Physician” on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, from 5:30pm – 7:00pm in MLC Room 0213. The presentation will provide a behind-the-scenes look at a career in Army medicine. An Army recruiter will also be onsite to discuss the benefits of choosing the Army as you begin your career, including the Health Professions Scholarship Program.  After the presentation will be a hands-on suture clinic.

Registration now open. Space is limited, and seats will be on a first-come, first-served basis.  You will receive an email confirmation if you have secured a seat or placed on the waiting list.

Pre-Health Journal Workshop

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Are you a pre-health student looking to enhance your journey through professional school applications and beyond? Dive into the art of reflective writing with our Pre-Health Journal Workshop! Whether you’re just starting your journey or gearing up for applications, this workshop is designed to support and inspire you.

This workshop is on Thursday, October 3rd, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM in MLC 268. The event is also hybrid and the link is below. Please RSVP to reserve your spot and take the first step towards a more insightful and organized prehealth experience. The first 20 in-person registrants will receive a free premed journal. We look forward to seeing you there!

Please register here: https://forms.gle/PDimFWccha3ZKxJR7.

Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/94494698595
Meeting ID: 944 9469 8595

 

Pre-Professional Student Ambassador Peer Support

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Would you like to meet with a student who shares your pathway and can help you navigate your journey? Complete an inquiry form and a Pre-Professional Student Ambassador will reach out to you!  Click HERE to connect with a PPSA!

 

Mock Interviews & MMIs

 MMI

The Pre-Professional Advising Office (PPAO) and the Career Center will continue to offer Mock Interviews and Mock MMIs for students who have been invited to interview at a health professional school. The PPAO will conduct the mock MMIs, and the Career Center will conduct the mock interviews. If you have been invited to interview with a program that conducts MMIs, you can register for a mock MMI here. If you would like a mock interview, you can register here. 


UGA Pre-Professional Planner

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The Pre-Professional Advising Office (PPAO) is excited to introduce the UGA Pre-Professional Planner to enable pre-health and pre-law students the ability to keep track of their co-curricular experiences for their application cycle.  Learn more about the App here. 

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  Download the UGA Pre-Professional Planner at the Apple Store here!