CLASS INFORMATION
Class of 2018
- THIS WEEK - SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE EXTENDED! 2/23 application deadline (extended from 2/16!!). The deadline for the two scholarship opportunities which are available for current fourth-year students has been extended. Think you qualify for one of them? Read more/post deadline to your calendar...
- MANDATORY EXIT LOAN COUNSELING: It is time to sign up for a mandatory small group session on loan counseling (if you owe debt). Read more/Sign up...
- THIS WEEK - Webinar on Home Financing for Residents: First offering is on 2/19 and 2/20. This popular Home Buying and Home Financing session is a favorite with graduating medical students and doctors. Read more/add to your calendar...
- THIS WEEK - Webinar on Repayment for Married Physicians: 2/23 at 2PM. Hosted by the AAMC, this discussion will focus on the economics of loan repayment for married borrowers. Read more/Register/add to your calendar...
- Student Academic Guidebook Survey: Lindsey Eastman ’18 and Nathaniel Sugiyama ’18 would like to solicit your feedback about an online academic guide for UVM LCOM medical students. Please complete this short survey to help us understand your experience locating materials and what would be helpful in an academic guidebook.
- Peer Support Group Monthly Meeting: 2/27: The Wellness Committee invites all students to our monthly Peer Support Group in Med Ed 201 from 12:00 - 1:00 pm. This is a nonjudgmental, non-academic, confidential meeting for students to share their experiences and listen to those of their peers. Lots of food will be provided! Please contact Olivia Larkin with any questions!
- Class of 2018 Match Day Eve Dinner hosted by the UVM Medical Alumni Association: 03/08 registration deadline. Online registration now open. A tradition to celebrate the transition from medical school to residency and bring the graduating class together for an evening of camaraderie with friends, family, alumni, faculty, and staff. Read more...
- Commencement Information: Planning is underway for the 2018 Commencement Exercises! Details about early deadlines, ticketing and hooding available now! Read more...
- LCOM Pulse Yearbook Information: Each member of the Larner College of Medicine co2018 is allotted a half-page space for a photo assemblage in the Pulse Yearbook. Contact Eric Schmidt with questions. Templates are available. Read more...
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Class of 2019
- THIS WEEK - APPLICATION DEADLINE - Orthopaedic Research Fellowship Opportunity: 2/23. A wonderful opportunity for a highly-motivated individual to strengthen their application for the orthopaedic residency match. Read more...
- APPROACHING SURVEY DEADLINE - Gold Humanism Honor Society (GHHS) Survey Released: 2/26 survey deadline. Six-question survey; unique survey link was sent to eligible students from “Office of Medical Student Education.” Students will be selected for induction into the GHHS by current members of the LCOM GHHS Chapter, and this survey informs the committee’s review. Read more…
- Peer Support Group Monthly Meeting: 2/27: The Wellness Committee invites all students to our monthly Peer Support Group in Med Ed 201 from 12:00 - 1:00 pm. This is a nonjudgmental, non-academic, confidential meeting for students to share their experiences and listen to those of their peers. Lots of food will be provided! Please contact Olivia Larkin with any questions!
- APPROACHING APPLICATION DEADLINE - Summer Externship Opportunity at Thomas Jefferson University & Hospitals: 2/28 application deadline. Established to expose medical students to the discipline of radiation oncology; spend 6 weeks working on a research project and participating in clinical and educational activities. Read more...
- APPROACHING APPLICATION DEADLINE - Job Opportunity with the Dr. Oz Show - Medical Student Producer: 3/2 application deadline. Are you interested in public health, social media, or medical television? If so, this is the internship for you! Seeking medical students to come join our team in NYC. An eight to nine-month, full-time, paid position that will run throughout the show’s tenth season. Read more...
- Student Academic Guidebook Survey: Lindsey Eastman ’18 and Nathaniel Sugiyama ’18 would like to solicit your feedback about an online academic guide for UVM LCOM medical students. Please complete this short survey to help us understand your experience locating materials and what would be helpful in an academic guidebook.
- Medical University of South Carolina - Underrepresented in Medicine Visiting Student Program: 4/1 application review begins. Program includes a 4-week clinical rotation (elective or externship/sub-I) at MUSC, as well as a stipend to offset the costs of travel and housing in beautiful Charleston, South Carolina. Read more...
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Class of 2020
- THIS WEEK - Tea @ 3: 2/21. The Wellness Committee invites the class of 2020 for Tea @ 3 every Wednesday at 3pm throughout January and February. Come by Med Ed 201 for tea and snacks to refuel for your studies! Add this to your calendar...
- Step 1 Study Spaces: In response to a request from one of your incredible student council representatives, the Office of Medical Student Education has set aside as much Med Ed Third Floor Space for your class for group Step 1 Study. Please reference calendars posted outside the room to explore space we've set aside for you. Here are some other great study space resources:
- Student Academic Guidebook Survey: Lindsey Eastman ’18 and Nathaniel Sugiyama ’18 would like to solicit your feedback about an online academic guide for UVM LCOM medical students. Please complete this short survey to help us understand your experience locating materials and what would be helpful in an academic guidebook.
- Peer Support Group Monthly Meeting: 2/27: The Wellness Committee invites all students to our monthly Peer Support Group in Med Ed 201 from 12:00 - 1:00 pm. This is a nonjudgmental, non-academic, confidential meeting for students to share their experiences and listen to those of their peers. Lots of food will be provided! Please contact Olivia Larkin with any questions!
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Class of 2021
- THIS WEEK - APPLICATION DEADLINE - CUPID 2018: 2/19 application deadline. The Cancer in the Under-Privileged Indigent or Disadvantaged Summer Translational Oncology Program is 10-week lb-based research experience designed to introduce students to oncology. Read more...
- Peer Support Group Monthly Meeting: 2/27: The Wellness Committee invites all students to our monthly Peer Support Group in Med Ed 201 from 12:00 - 1:00 pm. This is a nonjudgmental, non-academic, confidential meeting for students to share their experiences and listen to those of their peers. Lots of food will be provided! Please contact Olivia Larkin with any questions!
- APPROACHING APPLICATION DEADLINE - Summer Externship Opportunity at Thomas Jefferson University & Hospitals: 2/28 application deadline. Established to expose medical students to the discipline of radiation oncology; spend 6 weeks working on a research project and participating in clinical and educational activities. Read more...
- Confused about Immunizations and DIV? Information was emailed earlier this week - for policy information and clarification Read more...
- Seeking Community Medical School Advisory Committee Members: Seeking a few thoughtful, community-minded first-year medical students to serve as members. Read more...
- Student Academic Guidebook Survey: Lindsey Eastman ’18 and Nathaniel Sugiyama ’18 would like to solicit your feedback about an online academic guide for UVM LCOM medical students. Please complete this short survey to help us understand your experience locating materials and what would be helpful in an academic guidebook.
- Summer Clinical Opportunity for First-Year Medical Students: The Health Center in Plainfield, VT is seeking engaged, self-directed medical students to collaborate on several large-scale patient education projects. Read more...
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WEEKLY FYIs FROM OMSE - WE ARE HERE TO HELP!
- THIS WEEK - UVM Offices Closed: 2/19. UVM Offices, including the Office of Medical Student Education, are closed in observance of Presidents' Day. Offices will re-open Tuesday, February 19, at 8:00 AM EST. Read more/post to your calendar...
- NBME Comprehensive Clinical Science Examination Timing, Length Changes, and Prometric Price Increase: 5/8. The timing and total number of items for the web-based Comprehensive Clinical Science Examination (CCSE) will increase. Read more...
- New Hours for Given Mailroom: Effective Monday, 2/12, the Given Mailroom hours of operation are Monday - Friday, 8:00AM to 4:00PM, and will now be open during the lunch hour (12:00-1:00PM).
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Larner COMcares
Big Change Roundup: The largest fundraiser for the Children's Hospital. Last year, over 2.5 tons of change was raised, equating to over $300,000. Every cent counts. A collection canister is in the student lounge and MS1s Liz Congdon, Jenny Holland, Collin Anderson, and Candi Wolf can also accept donations. So, clean out those couch cushions and empty your piggy banks; it’s for the kids! For additional information, please contact Candi Wolf.
Donate a stethoscope to ACCESS Health Training Institute in Uganda: Looking for used or new stethoscopes in working condition to donate to the ACCESS HTI, which trains assistant nurses & community health workers to serve rural communities in Central Uganda. Look for a donation box in the Student Lounge. We will be collecting items through the week of March 12th. Email Susannah Kricker with questions.
Costa Rica Medical Volunteer Trip for Students, Resident, Nurses: Journey into the heart of Costa Rica’s healthcare system and society in general. Dates: April 21- April 28, 2018 | Price: US$1,750 (not including airfare). Read more...
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UNIVERSITY OPPORTUNITIES
THIS WEEK - Read, Set, Bake! With Taste Buddies SIG: 2/19. Spend the long weekend baking and then join Taste Buddies at the Raszka Estate. Read more...
THIS WEEK - February Dining with the Deans: 2/21. This month’s special guest is Jill Jemison, Larner College of Medicine Technology Services Director. Read more/sign-up...
THIS WEEK - Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Grand Rounds - “It’s time to think about whole blood again”: 2/21. Read more...
THIS WEEK - LCOM Medical Student Yoga Class: 2/21. We encourage students to care for their physical and mental health by offering a free, weekly yoga class on the medical campus. We are led by instructors from the community, mats and blocks are provided, and all levels are encouraged to join! Add to your calendar...
THIS WEEK - Queer & Trans Youth: Creating Affirming Care and Supportive Spaces (free webinar): 2/22. Will provide an overview of concepts and appropriate terminology and describe emerging best practices to ensure sound accommodations and equitable access for all youth. Registration required. Read more...
THIS WEEK - NOMINATION DEADLINE - 2018 President's Our Commons Ground Staff Award: 2/23 nomination deadline. recognizes six staff members who exemplify the qualities of the University of Vermont’s Our Common Ground, the statement of aspirations and shared values for the UVM Community. Read more/nominate someone...
Dana Medical Library Workshop - Introduction to EndNote for PC Users: 2/27. This workshop will teach you how to export citations from popular online databases, manage those citations, and automatically insert them into your paper or manuscript. Read more...
FMIG Injection Clinic: 2/27. An injection clinic lead by Martha Seagrave, PA-C for all interested medical students who would like to learn how to administer injections. Read more...
US ARMY MEDICINE DEPT HOSTING INTERACTIVE PANEL: 2/28. Panel of a PA, Clinical Psychologist, Critial Care Nurse, Dentist and Surgeon will discuss their stories about their Army experiences. Read More...
Community Medical School Spring Series presents: 3/6. 6-7:30pm. Discussion with Elisabeth Wegner, MD: The Story of HPV: Cervical Cancer, Genital Warts, the Vaccine & More. Read more...
LCOM Dean Search Interview Luncheons: 3/12 RSVP deadline. Participate in the finalist’s interviews for the Dean of the Larner College of Medicine. The Search Committee would like the candidates to meet with medical and graduate students over lunch during their on-campus interviews. Read more…
LCOM Washington DC Alumni Event: 3/12 RSVP deadline. Event is on 3/19. The UVM Medical Alumni Association invite you and your guest to a reception. Read more...
SAVE THE DATE: Friday, March 16: MATCH DAY for the Class of 2018! 3/16. Read more/Mark your calendars...
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RESEARCH, FELLOWSHIP, AWARDS, & SCHOLARSHIP
APPROACHING APPLICATION DEADLINE - William B. Bean Student Research Award: 3/1 application deadline. For support of research in the broad areas of medical history and medical humanities. Read more...
Research Emphasis for Medical Students and Doctor of Nursing Practice Students: Optional. Rolling enrolment. Includes a 2-year monthly curriculum, journal clubs, opportunities to participate in "real-life" aspects of research (e.g. observe the process of clinical trial design), and resources for finding research projects and mentoring throughout the University. Read more...
Tina and Richard V. Carolan Rwanda Research Fellowship: 4/1 application deadline. Live in Kigali, Rwanda for 10-12 months. This is an unpaid fellowship, but travel costs, living expenses, and health insurance are covered. Read more...
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ARTS & PUBLICATIONS
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