Learn more about Pharmacy and Optometry!

Virtual Pharmacy School Fair

Meet Representatives from U.S. Pharmacy Schools in a live virtual setting! This event is free for all prospective students. Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about the application process and get insight into individual pharmacy programs. This event is appropriate for all students, from those considering pharmacy as a potential career to students getting ready to apply.

• Date: October 3 and 4, 2017  
• Register here:  http://www.careereco.com/events/aacp 

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Virtual Optometry School Fair

Learn about careers in optometry and speak with admission representatives from the comfort of your own home at the Optometry School Virtual Fair!

• Date: October 4th, 2017

• Register:  http://bit.ly/2kaXaM0

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine - Georgia Campus Open House

Georgia Campus - PCOM in Suwanee, Georgia, is hosting an Open House on Friday, September 29th beginning at 5:30pm.  Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the following programs of study:  

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
• Biomedical Sciences (MS)
• Physician Assistant Studies (MS)
• The inaugural PT program (DPT) starting in June 2018 

Faculty, students and staff will be available throughout the evening to answer all of your questions. Tours will be given and refreshments will be served.

• Register here:  http://www.pcom.edu/admissions/visit/visit-georgia/georgia-pcom-open-house-sep-29-2017.html

China California Heart Watch - International Opportunity for Pre-Health Students

The China California Heart Watch brings together experts from the United States, China, and around the world to combat the growing epidemic of heart disease in Yunnan Province, China through the use of innovative and sustainable methods. The overarching mission is to serve the people of Yunnan through teaching, improving access to care, research, and advocacy. 

China California Heart Watch is currently accepting applications for the 2017 Winter Externship. The objective of the externship activity is to raise funds to support their charitable mission, to create awareness of the problems of healthcare in rural China, and to encourage students toward a career in public health, nursing, or medicine focused on under-served populations.

• More Info: http://www.chinacal.org/get-involved/externships/
• Program Dates:  December 15 - 28, 2017

Genetic Counseling Talk

Join the Center for the Study of Human Health and the PreHealth Mentoring Office at "Pathways in Health: Genetic Counseling". Come hear from Dr. Bellcross, the Director of Emory's Genetic Counseling Training Program,  and learn more about this exciting field!

Rollins School of Public Health Info Session

The first Rollins admissions information session for Fall 2017 is this week! This two-hour session includes:

• Informational overview of the admission process and of the school 
• Student ambassador-led school tour
• Q&A session
• One-on-one time with a program advisor 

Please note this session only covers the MPH and MSPH programs. For information on PhD programs, please click here.

• Date and Time: Friday, September 22 from 10:30am-12:30pm
• Register Here:  https://www.sph.emory.edu/admissions/meet-us/index.html

Health Systems Event at Georgia Tech

The Center for Health & Humanitarian Systems (CHHS) at Georgia Tech invites students to attend an event with professionals and scholars from across the fields of healthcare delivery, operations, and education focused on improving local and global health systems. The goal of this event is to provide a forum for discussion to promote and maintain wellness by identifying important trends in health system applications and technologies and opportunities for collaboration.

• Date/Time: Friday, September 22 from 12:30pm-5:15pm 
• Location:  GT Callaway Manufacturing Research Center Building
• More information and to register: http://pwp.gatech.edu/hsng2017/ 

First Year Studnets: Join the Association for Chronic Disease Awareness

The Emory Association for Chronic Disease Awareness (ACDA) strives to promote chronic disease awareness and prevention efforts within the Emory community and greater Atlanta area through a series of community service and social events, including hosting a concert at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta each semester. By actively engaging with the Emory student body in teaching about different chronic diseases and health related issues, the organization hopes to serve as a source of information for those interested or affected by Chronic Diseases.

The Executive Board is hoping to expand ACDA this year and are interested in hearing your ideas for making the community more aware of chronic disease. Applications are currently open for first year students only.

• Application: http://bit.ly/2fhRnT3
• Application Deadline: Sunday, September 24th at 11:59pm

Penn Pre-Health Post-Bac Programs - Virtual Info Session

Join the Penn Pre-Health Post-Baccalaureate Programs team for a virtual information session on Tuesday, September 19^th from 5 – 6 p.m. 

Pre-Health Programs Director Jackie McLaughlin and current students will provide an overview of the Pre-Health Core Studies and Specialized Studies experience and the application process. Get your questions answered and learn how Penn’s Pre-Health Programs prepare you for a career in the medical, dental, veterinary and nursing professions.

• Register here:  https://www.applyweb.com/fixie/form/s/T8E1bnc

• Virtual Information Session: A link to the session website will be sent to you via e-mail on the day of the event.

Emory School of Nursing Fall Open House

Learn more about the Emory School of Nursing programs at their Fall Open House happening on Saturday, September 30th, 2017. 

For undergraduate students, the Open House will begin with an optional tour at 11:00am and sessions at 1:00pm. The event will conclude at 4:00pm. 

RSVP here: https://apply.nursing.emory.edu/register/2017undergradopenhouse

Free MCAT Practice Exams with Examkrackers

To register:

Pick your preferred test date and send an email to freemcat@examkrackers.com with the following information:

• Name
• Test Date of Choice
• Email
• Phone Number
• Anticipated MCAT Date
• Current School Attending (if any) 

Seats are limited for each event - if your selected date is no longer available then you will be placed in the NEXT available/open test session.

SOPHAS Virtual Fair Featuring Public Health Schools & Programs

Meet Representatives from Public Health graduate programs in a live virtual setting! Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about the application process and get insight into individual MPH programs. Use the virtual fair to find the best  programs for you, ask questions from the comfort of home, and get tips on how to prepare for the admissions process. This event is appropriate for all students, from those considering public health as a potential career to students getting ready to apply.

• Date: September 19, 2017
• Register here:  http://www.careereco.com/events/sophas

Pre-Vet Club Meeting with Guest Speaker Dr. Kelsey Shaw

Interested in veterinary medicine and research? Don't miss the next Pre-Vet Club meeting with guest speak, Dr. Kelsey Shaw!

Date: September 18, 2017 at 6:00pm
Location: Bio/Dental Building, Room 100C