Monthly Archives: November 2011

How Inequality Fuels the Global AID S Pandemic”

Posted on November 28, 2011 by heather

World AIDS Day panel and discussion: “Unequal Infection: How Inequality Fuels the Global AIDS Pandemic” This event aims to highlight the relationship between global inequality and the AIDS epidemic. HIV/AIDS is an affliction of inequality, continuously striking the most vulnerable … Continue reading →

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Physicians Assisting Abroad Panel

Posted on November 27, 2011 by admin

Hello! Interested in pursuing a career in the health field…abroad?! Then this is an event you do not want to miss. Operation Smile at UW will be holding an open panel discussion between students and doctors. PHYSICIANS ASSISTING ABROAD PANEL … Continue reading →

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Berkeley Optometry School Visit (11/29)

Posted on November 27, 2011 by admin

Subject: Berkeley Optometry School Visit (11/29) Message: VISIONEYES Pre-Optometry Club at the UW will be hosting a presentation by UC Berkeley School of Optometry on Tuesday, Nov. 29th from 5pm-6pm in Savery 137. Please consider coming a half hour early … Continue reading →

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Credit Research Exposed Course

Posted on November 24, 2011 by heather

ENROLL IN GEN. ST. 391:Research Exposed!: Approaches to Inquiry SLN 14008 Section D ! Wednesdays 12:30-1:20 ! OUGL 220 ! 1 credit Looking for a one-credit course that sheds light upon cutting-edge research at the UW? Research Exposed Lecture Series … Continue reading →

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Summer Programs for Pre-MD-PhD Students

Posted on November 23, 2011 by heather

Dear Pre-Health Advisors, On behalf of the AAMC MD-PhD Section Communications Committee, I would like to bring to your attention several summer programs which might be of interest to your pre-MD/PhD students. While nearly every https://www.aamc.org/members/great/61052/great_summerlinks.html graduate school has a … Continue reading →

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Implications for the Modern World

Posted on November 23, 2011 by heather

**************************** Heather Clineschmidt Academic Counselor – Lead UAA Advising, University of Washington (206) 543-2550 http://www.washington.edu/uaa/advising/prehealth/ NEW UNDERGRADUATE COURSE FOR WINTER QUARTER Public Health Genomics: Implications for the Modern World PHG 300 3 credits, SLN 20282, No Prerequisites MW 3:30-4:50, WFS … Continue reading →

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International Service Learning Opportunities for Spring Break

Posted on November 23, 2011 by heather

International Service Learning Students: Join an international health team during Spring Break. Travel, serve the underserved, and gain a fresh perspective on global health issues. 9 day teams available to Mexico, Belize, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Peru, and the Dominican … Continue reading →

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UW PREP – Research Opportunity

Posted on November 22, 2011 by heather

The University of Washington and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center are proud to announce a new 4-year PREP post-baccalaureate diversity research program, supported by the NIH. We will be able to offer 6-7 research fellowships each year, starting in … Continue reading →

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MEDIC Meeting 11/22

Posted on November 21, 2011 by admin

Aloha! Just a quick reminder to come join us for our weekly meeting tomorrow, Tuesday November 22th in Health Sciences T531 from 4:00-5:30pm. Cheyenne will be leading a discussion on Eugenics. No preparation necessary–just bring yourself and an open mind. … Continue reading →

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2012 Bonderman Fellowship

Posted on November 21, 2011 by heather

Dear Honors students, We write to share an extraordinary opportunity for travel, discovery, and challenge. The 2012 Bonderman Travel Fellowship application is now available and we encourage you to consider applying. Graduate and professional students, undergraduate students (of junior and … Continue reading →

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