This page contains updates for the MS1 class included in the UWSOM Weekly Student Newsletter.
Disadvantaged students can apply for new program to explore health care for the underserved If you come from an economically or educationally disadvantaged background, a new grant-funded elective program here at UWSOM can both help you learn about important topics such as health equity and emerging healthcare issues AND provide a stipend. You will help […]
Students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds can apply for new program by Feb. 15, 2024 The UW Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP) is seeking applications from highly motivated and economically disadvantaged students interested in helping their community and supporting their career development. HCOP Ambassadors is a two-year interprofessional program that includes: Educational Enrichment: learning about topics […]
Otolaryngology opportunity From time to time, we share opportunities outside of UW Medicine. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City’s Department of Otolaryngology is offering paid research fellowships for medical students interested in a scholarly year. The deadline to apply for one of four spots is March 20, 2024. Learn more […]
There is no news for MS1s this week “Tip of the Month” from the Career Advising Student Advisory Board We hope you had a restful winter break! You can now schedule your initial career advising and exploration meeting. Taking time for career exploration early on will be super beneficial. Explore the Career Advising website and […]
Students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds can apply for new program The UW Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP) is seeking applications from highly motivated and economically disadvantaged students who are interested in helping their community and supporting their career development. HCOP Ambassadors is a two-year interprofessional program that includes: Educational Enrichment: learning about topics such as […]
Please schedule your Intro to Career Planning Meeting if you haven’t yet A message from your career advisors: This is a friendly reminder to schedule your MS1 Intro to Career Planning Meeting with your career advisor anytime from now through May 2024. Not all of you will be able to schedule in January, as there are […]
Office of Healthcare Equity update Applications for the Office of Healthcare Equity Pathways will close tomorrow, Friday, Dec. 15, at 11:59 p.m. local time. Black Health Justice Pathway: https://depts.washington.edu/hcequity/black-health-justice-pathway/ Latinx Health Pathway: https://depts.washington.edu/hcequity/latinx-health-pathway/ LGBTQ Health Pathway: https://depts.washington.edu/hcequity/lgbtq-health-pathway/ Indian Health Pathway: https://depts.washington.edu/hcequity/indian-health-pathway/ Meanwhile, you can learn more about upcoming non-clinical electives sponsored by the Office of Healthcare Equity. See this flyer for […]
Applications open for Triple I: RUOP, GHIP, SoD/SoI The deadline for all applications is Jan. 4, 2023. If you are applying for Scholarship of Discovery (SoD) or Integration (SoI) and do not have a mentor/project confirmed yet, please put TBD for those sections. Triple I Office Hours There are office hours to answer any […]
MS1s sought for the educational quality improvement strategic planning committee The Educational Quality Improvement Strategic Planning (EQISP) Committee is recruiting two first-year students to serve as members of the committee. The EQISP Committee is charged with ensuring that UWSOM meets its educational goals for medical student programs and achieves excellence and innovation in our learning programs. This translates to […]
Pilot Pathway opens for focus on Clinical and Translational Research The application is available for a pilot Pathway on Clinical and Translational Research. The deadline to apply is Dec. 1, 2023. You can find more information about the Pathway including a list of FAQs online. Questions? Contact Pathway Director Mark Whipple, M.D. or Pathway Administrator Aric […]
