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Health Professions Career Newsletter
October 12, 2017
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VOLUNTEER
PATH-C Health Exposure Fair
Program for DCPS high school students, to learn more about careers in the health sector. Join for 1-2 hours, for the entire event! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Please email Nicole Mintz to RSVP!
First five people to RSVP and attend will win a Starbucks gift card!
The goals are:- Talk about the educational pathway to get to where you are now
- Talk about what you do!
- Engage the community members...and NETWORK to get involved!
Our participants:
- DC Department of Health
- GW School of Nursing
- Rodham Institute
- and many more...
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Applying to Graduate Schools, Wednesday, October 18th
RSVP here
Health Professions Community!
This interactive program will start with an opportunity to speak with admission representatives from various GW graduate programs to learn more about application timelines and different specialized programs in each school, including:
Starting at 6:15 pm, students will be directed to break-out rooms in which panelists will discuss tips and advice on how to research, narrow down choices, and best present yourself when looking at and applying to competitive graduate school programs.
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Help Needed ASAP! Shifts and Locations:
Thursday, October 12th, 25 people needed, Morning Meal Prep (9:00am - 12:00pm) Thursday October 12th, 11 people needed, Evening Meal Prep (5:00pm-8:00pm) Friday October 13th, 4 people needed, Morning Meal Prep (9:00am-12:00pm) Friday October 13th, 10 people needed, Afternoon Meal Prep (1:00pm-4:00pm) Friday October 13th, 7 people needed, Evening Meal Prep (5:00pm-8:00pm) Saturday October 14th, 14 people needed, Morning Meal Prep (9:00am-12:00pm)
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Advisory Board is a global best practices research, technology, and consulting firm work that works with health systems and higher education institutions. The team recruits 150+ students or young professionals who begin their Advisory Board careers in entry-level jobs annually.
They are having an invitation-only information & interview day at our D.C. offices on Friday 13th October 2017, aimed at connecting individuals interested in learning about and interviewing for Commercial Associate openings across this Autumn and Winter.
If you are interested in attending, please RSVP here.
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Undergraduate Data Specialist Position in the Trauma Services Program at the Washington DC Veterans Affairs Medical Center is seeking undergraduate students who can provide part-time support for program evaluation and program development projects. Tasks include assisting with coordination of data gathering, chart reviews for extraction of data, interactions with patients to gather program feedback data, and data entry.
Qualified candidates should email a cover letter and resume to Ranon.Cortell@va.gov and Elisabeth.Carlin@va.gov . Please direct any questions to the same email addresses.
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Peer Education Program-Sign Up Today!
Are you interested in making a difference on campus? Are you passionate about promoting health and wellness among your peers? If yes, consider joining the GW Peer Education Program!
Developed in the 2016-2017 academic year by the Colonial Health Center (CHC), Title IX Office, and the Center for Career Services, the program is designed for students who want to make a difference on campus by focusing on health and wellness and the primary prevention of interpersonal violence such as sexual assault and relationship abuse. Specifically, Peer Educators work with department staff to develop educational campaigns, assist with program development, facilitate outreach programs, and more. Peer Educators will become leaders on campus and help create a healthy GW community!
We are currently seeking a dynamic group of applicants for the upcoming group of peer educators to begin in spring 2018. If interested, students are asked to fill out an application online at go.gwu.edu/peereducators by October 22, 2017. If you have any questions or need more information – please contact Ranjana Kodwani at prevention@gwu.edu.
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One Heart Source is currently accepting applications for our 2018 Experiential Learning Programs in Cape Town, South Africa. We are offering a variety of 2, and 4-week volunteer programs and internships next summer.
As an OHS Volunteer/Intern you will:-
Gain international experience for graduate school and employment. -
Develop skills in international communication, mentorship and community outreach. -
Mentor students to achieve academic growth and cultivate lasting relationships. -
Immerse yourself in local communities and broaden your global perspective. -
Collaborate with groups of university students from around the world.
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For over 30 years, University of Michican Summer in Richmond program has placed undergraduate students in health care organizations for a summer internship in Southeast Michigan.
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MEDIA, JOURNALISM, & PUBLIC AFFAIRS NETWORKING FAIR
Wednesday, October 18 / 4:30-6:00pm / Marvin Center Grand Ballroom
This fair provides you a smaller and more intimate networking opportunity than a larger career fair, in which you will meet with representatives from dozens of communications-related organizations to learn about their companies, discuss your career plans and learn about possible internships and jobs related to communications and public relations positions in the health field.
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A job fair for justice! Explore postgraduate service opportunities and meet recruiters from social justice service organizations. Confirmed recruiters include: City Year, Urban Teacher Corps, Center for Inspired Teaching, Francis Corps, Lutheran Volunteer Corps, Amate House, and many more!
Options Fair is co-sponsored by George Washington University's Honey W. Nashman Center for Civic Engagement and Public Service and American University's Center for Community Engagement and Service and GU's Cawley Career Education Center.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS SERVICES
CCAS Pre-Health Academic Advising and Center for Career Services
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HPAC Workshop
As a reminder, if you wish to go through HPAC during the upcoming application cycle (2018), you must meet with a pre-health advisor at least once during the fall semester (before December 22nd, 2017). This is a strict deadline and appointment availability can be limited, so please plan accordingly! Workshops to cover HPAC basics on October 25th and November 7th. You can register here.
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Health Professions Workshop Series: Personal Statements:
Wednesday, November 8th 2017
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
B117 - District House
Register here or Wednesday, December 6th 2017
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
B114 - District House
Register here
***This workshop is a requirement in order to schedule a career coaching appointment for individual help with your personal statement.
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Thursday, November 9th 2017
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
MC 538 - Marvin Center
Register here
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Attention: 2018 MCAT registration will open on October 18, 2017 for January-June test dates. July-September test dates will open in February 2018.
New this year: Start your registration early! Anytime between 10:00 AM ET on October 12 and 5:00 PM ET on October 17, you will be able to fill out the necessary background and biographical information, as well as complete the necessary consent forms in the MCAT Registration System. You will not be able to select your date and location at this time.
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Meet with me: Make a coaching appointment (virtual or in person) with me through Handshake.
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contact Nicole at nicolemintz@gwu.edu
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