Inaugural Spring Health Professions Symposium

Welcome Remarks (ESJ 0202)

Wendy Loughlin, Assistant Dean & Director of HPAO

Nursing Panel (ESJ 0215)

Moderator: TBD

Suggested: Allied Health Students

This panel features four students who will share their journey towards a career in nursing. Learn about building a robust applicant profile, gaining valuable experiences and the future of the profession. 

Admitted Student Panel (Med/Dent) (ESJ 0202)

Moderators: Grace Suh (Pre-Med) & Rachel Girard (Pre-Dent) 

Suggested: All Pre-Health Students

This panel features three applicants from the 2022 cycle who received offers of admission from medical or dental schools. Participants in this session can expect to gain a better understanding of the admissions process from an applicant perspective. Whether you are an applicant for the 2023 cycle or an underclassmen earlier on in your journey, this panel will offer you points to consider as you set goals for your career in healthcare.

Mastering Multiple Mini Interviews & Scenario-based Interviews (ESJ 0202)

Moderator: Rebecca Ryan, Program Director, CMNS/Career Services

Suggested: All Pre-Health Students

A growing number of schools use multiple mini interviews to assess the strengths and competencies of applicants. Join us for a workshop on interview skills, then observe interview simulations and engage in small group discussions on how to best approach challenging questions. 

Student Lightning Talks (ESJ 0215)

Suggested: All Pre-Health Students

Current & former students will present ‘Ideas Worth Sharing’ during this TedxTalk style presentation. We will hear from students with varying backgrounds about how their unique experiences have shaped their understanding/approach to healthcare.

Suture Clinic (ESJ 1215)

Suggested: All Pre-Health Students

This suture clinic will be hosted by The US Army Medical Corps. You will learn about different types of lacerations and wound care, discuss suturing skills and practice your suturing techniques!

Use this time to take a a break, network with attending organizations, or participate in the manual dexterity contest.

Symposium participants are welcome to pack a lunch or purchase lunch at the nearby Adele H. Stamp Student Union.

Common Application Prep (ESJ 0202)

Moderator: Wendy Loughlin, Assistant Dean & Director, HPAO

Suggested: Med & Dent Students

We will take a deep dive into the professional school common application services. Advisors and students will discuss common/challenging application prompts and responses, identify and articulate activities, and develop a well-rounded narrative. 

Suture Clinic (ESJ 1215)

Suggested: All Pre-Health Students

This suture clinic will be hosted by The US Army Medical Corps. You will learn about different types of lacerations and wound care, discuss suturing skills and practice your suturing techniques.

Health Professions Trivia (ESJ 0215)

Moderators: Rebecca Ryan, Program Director for UCC@CMNS and Lauren Meier, Program Director for UCC@SPH

Suggested: All Pre-Health Students

Test your knowledge of Standardized Test Topics, Healthcare Legislation, and Medical discoveries while building relationships with your peers through this Trivia tournament.

Plenary: Professional School Admissions Panel (ESJ 0202)

Moderator: Wendy Loughlin, Assistant Dean & Director, HPAO

Suggested: All Pre-Health Students

We will be joined by local professional school Deans, Directors and Admissions officers who will discuss how to build a competitive profile, trends in admissions, covid impacts, the future of their fields, and other pearls of wisdom.

Panelists:

• Dr. Kathryn Robinett, University of Maryland School of Medicine
• Ms. Joan Stearman, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
• Dr. Monica Schneider, University of Maryland School of Dentistry
• Dr. Cherokee Layson-Wolf, University of Maryland School of Pharmacy
• Dr. Ellen Costello, George Washington University Physical Therapy Program
• Ms. Katerra Snead, Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine

Closing Remarks (ESJ 0202)

Courtney Butler, Assistant Director, HPAO

Participants will have the opportunity to network with schools and interact with their peers.

Event will end promptly at 4:30 p.m.