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CLASS INFORMATION
Class of 2021
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Class of 2022
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Class of 2023
- THIS WEEK - SIGN-UP DEADLINE - Focus Group Research Study: 11/16 sign-up deadline. Have you taken a moment to reflect on something positive recently? Here is your chance...
- THIS WEEK - NOMINATION DEADLINE - Learning Environment and Professionalism (LEAP) Committee: 11/16 nomination deadline.
The LEAP committee is a multidisciplinary, interprofessional committee that oversees and supports the quality of the educational environment for medical students, residents, fellows and other learners.
- THIS WEEK - 2021 MSKCC Summer Medical Student Fellowship Program Info Sessions*: 11/16 @11am, via Zoom.
11/18 @4pm via Zoom.
12/11 program application deadline.
Targets students who have an interest in careers as physician scientists in the field of oncology or related biomedical sciences.
- THIS WEEK - American Public Health SIG Hosting Zoom Journal/Discussion Session - Vaccine Hesitancy: 11/16, 12-1pm, via Zoom. Come join the American Public Health SIG first meeting...
- THIS WEEK - Step 1 Study Schedule Virtual Fair: 11/19, 12-12:50pm. Visit virtual "booths", each hosted by an M3/M4 student schedule presenter...
- THIS WEEK - Step 1 Question School: 11/21, 10-11am, via Zoom. Sign up for the second session of Step 1 Question School...
- Immunizations: A Friendly Reminder to students with an “In Process” immunization status...
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Class of 2024
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WEEKLY UVM Larner Med FYIs
- Download LiveSafe App: Allows you to easily share & access key emerging safety and security risk info before they escalate; direct messaging during emergencies; safety resources; SafeWalk feature; access to key COVID-19
resources & more. The UVM LiveSafe app has versions for students, employees, and visitors with tailored content. Questions/suggestions?
- Revised Bookstore Hours and Services: After Thanksgiving, in-store shopping at the main bookstore in the Davis Center will be limited to UVM students, faculty and staff. Will be open from 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. weekdays, 11/30
- 12/11 and the bookstore will be closed for all in-person shopping 12/12–12/23. Orders can still be placed online for either
curbside pickup or for shipment. Read more about visiting the bookstore and the Season of Savings...
- UVM Hillel: UVM Hillel is a beautiful space. All students are welcome to attend Shabbat Services (currently via ZOOM) and
other events celebrating Jewish life at UVM with UVM Hillel.
- UVM Offices Closed Thursday & Friday, 11/26 & 11/27: 11/26 & 11/27, all day.
UVM Offices, including the Office of Medical Student Education, are closed in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. Offices will re-open on Monday, November 30, at 8am. Please plan accordingly and we apologize for any inconvenience.
- TEMPORARY SUBMISSION DEADLINE - WeeklyWire: 11/25 @7am.
In light of the 11/26-11/27 UVM administrative holiday, submissions for the 11/30-12/06 issue of the
WeeklyWire are due no later than 7am, on Wednesday, 11/25.
- Scan Your Computer/Tablet for Threats: In case you missed it, Dean Jemison's 11/06 email "Addressing Malware Concerns" provided step-by-step instructions on how to scan your Larner device for any threats...
- Contacting UVMhealth Folks: We know the cyberattack has created challenges for students who wish to contact individuals with @uvmhealth.org primary email accounts. We received the following updates/tips and tricks from our curriculum
teams:
- Foundations Level: Course Directors are almost fully set up with @med.uvm.edu email addresses (some already had them and were actively using them; some were recently-established in response to the issue). Still working
on the preceptors/ faculty. For now, students should reach out to Course Directors if they have questions for faculty.
- Clinical Level: Students can call the Department Coordinators or the department offices (numbers are in the Outlook directory or on the department website). Some of the coordinators are using UVM or MED email addresses;
they are in the Outlook Global Address Book. Coordinators can get messages to the faculty.
- STATA Access: STATA is available for all UVM students via central UVM IT. Go to the Software Download site to
search for STATA. You will need to log-in with your UVM NetID and password to get access. If you have any questions about the Software Download you can contact UVM IT Support.
- UVM Vets Honored: 11/11 was Veteran’s Day, and to mark the occasion President Suresh Garimella sent a message of thanks and recognition to veterans in the UVM community...
- New Larner Medicine Issue: November 04, 2020 - Volume II, Issue 21 recently "hit the shelves"; check it out...
- Sad News About Helen Larner: 11/03 email from Dean Page - "...Helen passed away on Monday, November 2, at her home in Woodland Hills, California. She was 94."
- COMTS Update - Community Awareness of Phishing Emails: 10/30 email from the Assistant Dean for Technology Services - "attacks start as clever, highly tailored phishing emails that typically request your network username and password or trick you into opening or downloading a file with a malicious virus..."
- UVMLarnerMed in a Time of COVID-19 - Coronavirus (COVID-19)-Related Special Reports/Information:
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COMMUNITY WELLNESS
Welcome to the new "Community Wellness" section of the WeeklyWire! Be sure to review this section for any announcements regarding student wellness! If you ever have any questions about this section, it's postings, or any wellness topics, please do
not hesitate to contact our Director of Student Well-being, Dr. Lee Rosen.
UVM COVID-19 Student Testing Protocol: All UVM students (including all medical students) who physically visit/access UVM-UVMMC campus(es) must be testing
every seven days per the UVM COVID-19 Student Testing Protocol, and all surveillance testing (symptom free)
must occur at the UVM testing center. Testing
compliance will be monitored. Students who fail to remain in compliance will be notified and referred to the Associate Dean for students. Noncompliance is considered an egregious offense when referencing the sanctioning guidelines.
- Required Weekly Testing: Students should test at the Davis Center clinic 7 days from their previous test to remain in compliance. Students may also test earlier (i.e. 4-6 days from their most-recent test) to ensure compliance
if/when adjusting for when you are able to visit the testing center.
- Securing a Test: No walk-ins. Schedule tests via the CoVerified app/browser-based platform.
- Clinical Students Excused for Testing: The Clinical Level course directors support this protocol. They are aware of the weekly requirement and support students to be excused from their curriculum for 30 minute weekly testing
windows.
- Temporary Exemption Request Process: If you are away for a week and will therefore miss your 7-9 day testing window, you must submit a temporary exemption request
, and you cannot step onto VT/UVMMC campus(es) during an exemption window.
- Vermont Travel Guidelines: All students must still continue to adhere to state and local health and safety guidelines, including travel and quarantine requirements.
If you enter a travel-mandated quarantine and you are not experiencing any symptoms, you can secure your day-seven test via the Davis Center clinic (counts as your weekly test, too!).
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LCOMcares: VOLUNTEER/SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
AAMC GSA Guiding Principles for Civic Advocacy by Medical Students and Prospective Applicants: The AAMC Group on Student Affairs (GSA) Steering Committee released these guiding principles to guide medical students as they participate or consider participating in civic advocacy...
Done with a book? Donate it to Book Nook: The UVM Book Nook is asking for donations for its shelves, located on the first floor of Davis Center in Brennan's Pub. A drop box allows for contact-free donations. Learn more about UVM Book Nook...
THIS WEEK:
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UNIVERSITY OPPORTUNITIES & UPCOMING EVENTS
THIS WEEK:
- Choosing Wisely Recommendation of the Week(s) - Choose Wisely and WIN! Join the LCOM Choosing Wisely STARS in promoting high value care in medical education. See this week's spotlight recommendation and to enter our PRIZE RAFFLE...
- Thanks for Choosing Wisely! The winners of this month's raffle prizes are: Alex Jenkins, Amy Golinker, Sean Muniz, and Kate Kurchena! The Choosing Wisely STARS rep will email you with information on how to claim your prize.
Don’t forget – every edition of the Weekly Wire includes another chance to win!
- MON, Nov 16:
- TUES, Nov 17:
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- THU, Nov 19:
- Careers in Medicine Specialty Panel Series – Neurology with Dr. Tim Fries: 11/19, 12-12:50, via Zoom.
- Honoring Vivian W. Pinn: New York Academy of Medicine: 11/19, 4-5:15pm, Zoom link provided upon registration. Open to all. A virtual recognition of Vivian Pinn, MD, the founding director of the Office of Research on Women’s
Health at the NIH. Dr. Pinn will deliver remarks titled, “Women in Academic Medicine: Leadership and Intersectionality Matter"...
- Region 1 SNMA Presents "Allyship: A Lifestyle": 11/19, 9:30-10:30pm, via Zoom. Delve deep into how to be effective and humble allies in the fight for equity and justice for Black students, patients, and communities...
- FRI, Nov 20:
- SAT, Nov 21 - SUN, Nov 22: No UVM/UVMLarnerMed community events posted for these days.
UPCOMING:
- Pediatrics Grand Rounds - TBD: 11/25, 8-9am, via Zoom.
- UVM Offices Closed Thursday & Friday, 11/26 & 11/27: 11/26 & 11/27, all day.
UVM Offices, including the Office of Medical Student Education, are closed in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. Offices will re-open on Monday, November 30, at 8am. Please plan accordingly and we apologize for any inconvenience.
- TEMPORARY SUBMISSION DEADLINE - WeeklyWire: 11/25 @7am.
In light of the 11/26-11/27 UVM administrative holiday, submissions for the 11/30-12/06 issue of the
WeeklyWire are due no later than 7am, on Wednesday, 11/25.
- 2020 GHHS-AOA Informational Session: 11/30, 12-1pm, via Zoom (passcode required). UVM Larner Med hosts two primary honors societies for which students can qualify for membership. Join us to hear from our faculty councilors as they present an overview of GHHS & AOA...
- Nomination Cycle Now Open! 2020 CiM Excellence in Medical Student Career Advising Awards: 01/04 nomination deadline. Recognizes the importance of medical students making effective career decisions and those who support students
in that process. Our institution can nominate one program, faculty member and/or staff member. Read more information about these awards,
and contact StudentCOMservices if you know of a strong candidate!
- SAVE THE DATE - Solidarity Week for Compassionate Patient Care: February 15-19, 2021. A weeklong recognition event. GHHS chapters, medical schools, and patient care institutions from across the country promote activities to celebrate
their dedication to ensuring compassionate, patient-centered care. Check out the 2020 celebrations...
- SAVE THE DATE - Thank a Resident Day: 02/26/2021. Residency is a key component of graduate medical training, offering an in-depth exposure to medical practice. Join the Gold Humanism Honor Society in bringing to light the importance of the residence staff and encouraging medical students at chapters throughout the nation to show our gratitude and appreciation...
RECURRING EVENTS:
- THURSDAYS:
- FRIDAYS:
- DROP-IN MEETINGS (Remote meetings only, until further notice):
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STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES (Scholarships, Awards, & Finance FYIs)
New Personal Finance BOOK CLUB! Med SFS is excited to launch our personal finance book club, meeting virtually the 2nd Friday of every month from 12-1, beginning in January! We have 12 of some of the best and most inspiring personal finance books of all time (to date) lined up, and we can’t wait to discuss them with you. Let those phenomenal Amazon reviews lure you in! Happy reading! View the reading line up and RSVP...
NEW! Student Financial Services Drop-ins Sign-up Now Available: Sign-up for a drop-in with Kari Brayden, our Student Financial Services Coordinator...
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RESEARCH, LEADERSHIP & FELLOWSHIP
UPCOMING:
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ARTS & PUBLICATION
Green Mountain Medicine's 12th episode: SGLT2 Inhibitors - A Cardiac and Renal Perspective, is now online! In this episode, we are joined by Internal Medicine PGY-3s and soon-to-be fellows Dr. Carrie Mahurin and Dr. Jen Bergeron...
Call for your video story - Share a moment of human connection in healthcare: The Gold Foundation is collecting stories of humanism in healthcare in 2020, short,
1-2 minutes told in a video – simply you speaking to your video and sharing a story of the power of the human connection. Any moving story that helps other people understand more vividly why humanism in healthcare deeply matters would be appreciated...
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YOU SAID, WE DID - YOUR WORDS IN ACTION
If you receive feedback from students and put that feedback into action, please let our student community know; submit postings/updates to Medical Student Services by
7am, on Fridays. Postings are reviewed by the Office of Medical Student Education Medical Education Leadership Team on Mondays for inclusion in an upcoming issue of the WeeklyWire. Community members can also view our database of current and past “You Said, We Did” submissions, in the Learning Commons.
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