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September 16-20, 2024

The WeeklyWire is an official communication tool of the Larner College of Medicine. Student feedback led to its development and continues to inform iterative improvements. All non-curriculum-related email communications are directed through The WeeklyWire to help support manageable email inboxes for our students; it's a one-stop-shop for all med school happenings outside of the classroom!

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Class Information- All Classes

  • Tell Us About Your Pet! Larner has a pet spotlight series on social media…Feature your pet on social media!Please submit a paragraph about your pet's fun traits including your name, class year, your pet's name/breed/species/age and up to 4 photos to Larner Medical Communications: margie.brenner@med.uvm.edu. We will do our best to feature them!
  • Get Featured in the Larner Spotlight on Social Media- Hey Larner med & grad students and staff! Want to be Featured in the Larner Spotlight? As seen on Instagram @uvmmedicine and Facebook @UVMLarnerMed at #larnerspotlight, if you're comfortable introducing yourself to the Larner community with a photo and a few sentences, please share what brought you to Larner and list a few of your hobbies/interests. Email Margie Brenner in the Medical Communications office. Thank you!


Class of 2025

  • More information coming soon!

 

Class of 2026

  •  Co2026: Pathology Student Fellowship / Master's Program! Information Session Being Held Monday, September 16th 5-6PM in MedEd206. Now is the time to consider applying for the Pathology Student Fellowship Program and Pathology Master’s Program! The application period begins in September and is due October 18, 2024. Full information here…


Class of 2027


  • Co2027: Pathology Student Fellowship / Master's Program! Information Session Being Held Monday, September 16th 5-6PM in MedEd206. Now is the time to consider applying for the Pathology Student Fellowship Program and Pathology Master’s Program! The application period begins in September and is due October 18, 2024. Full information here…
  • Co2027: The Summer Medical Student Research Poster Session will be held on Monday, September 23rd from 3:00-5:30pm in the Hoehl Gallery, Given Courtyard Hallway, and the area near the Sullivan Classroom.  This poster session is occurring during LCOM Research Excellence Week and will include graduate students and postdoctoral trainees. Medical students who engaged in research during the summer outside of the Summer Research Fellowship are invited to present their posters if space is available. Please contact Liz Dohrman, elizabeth.dohrman@med.uvm.edu about space. To be considered for a Merit Award, please submit your abstract (in PDF form) and an electronic copy of your poster to Emma Faustner, emma.faustner@med.uvm.edu, by September 16. Please format and print your posters in the 48” wide x 36” high size so that they fit on the poster boards.  Contact Dr. Renee Stapleton, renee.stapleton@med.uvm.edu, with questions.
  • Co2027: ACTION REQUIRED: Annual Mandatories Training: Deadline Monday, 09/30/2024. Complete annual mandatories training by 9/30/24 in order to maintain access to University of Vermont Medical Center information systems. In accordance with Joint Commission hospital accreditation standards, all medical students must complete annual mandatories training at the beginning of each curriculum level in order to maintain access to University of Vermont Medical Center information systems. These mandatories are made available through the UVMMC Cornerstone platform and should be completed within the first month of enrollment in any academic year. You cannot participate in activities in a clinical setting (including DIV and shadowing sessions during PCR) if mandatories are not completed. Please complete your Foundations Year 1 or Year 2 mandatories by September 30, 2024. Questions should be directed to the UVMMC IS Service Center, 802-847-1414. You can find your M# and more information on your “Admissions/Entering Student Data” academic history tab in OASIS. Once your M# has been assigned, contact the IS Service Center at 802-847-1414 for your initial password. Your default PIN is the last 4 digits of your UVM 95#. Once you have completed your assigned mandatories, please complete the required attestation in OASIS. Instructions with screenshots are available for M1 and M2 students.

 

Class of 2028

  • Co2028- MSQ Deadline Approaching! Due Sunday, September 15. We’re at 78%-can we hit 100%? Please complete the Matriculating Student Questionnaire (MSQ) administered by the AAMC and share your insights on the admissions process. If you have already completed the survey, THANK YOU for your participation. Three students will win prizes if you submit by the deadline! Submit proof of submission to Admissions to be entered in the prize drawing.
  • Co2028:LCOM Medical Student Council Application- Submissions are due by 11:59PM on Sunday, September 15th. The Medical Student Council serves as the official student governance body and represents all medical students enrolled at UVM Larner Med. If you are interested in running for student council, please submit your paragraph of interest to the Medical Student Council via email . In your email please indicate if you are running for the Chair of Community Service or one of the four Administrative Chair positions (the four students elected will decide amongst themselves their exact roles). Please note that this is a four year commitment, so if you are interested in applying now is the time to do so! The election will take place at the end of this month so that the new co2028 representative can join the October 2nd Student Council Meeting. If you have any questions, please reach out to Student Council via email.
  • Co2028: ACTION REQUIRED: Annual Mandatories Training: Deadline Monday, 09/30/2024. Complete annual mandatories training by 9/30/24 in order to maintain access to University of Vermont Medical Center information systems. In accordance with Joint Commission hospital accreditation standards, all medical students must complete annual mandatories training at the beginning of each curriculum level in order to maintain access to University of Vermont Medical Center information systems. These mandatories are made available through the UVMMC Cornerstone platform and should be completed within the first month of enrollment in any academic year. You cannot participate in activities in a clinical setting (including DIV and shadowing sessions during PCR) if mandatories are not completed. Please complete your Foundations Year 1 or Year 2 mandatories by September 30, 2024. Questions should be directed to the UVMMC IS Service Center, 802-847-1414. You can find your M# and more information on your “Admissions/Entering Student Data” academic history tab in OASIS. Once your M# has been assigned, contact the IS Service Center at 802-847-1414 for your initial password. Your default PIN is the last 4 digits of your UVM 95#. Once you have completed your assigned mandatories, please complete the required attestation in OASIS. Instructions with screenshots are available for M1 and M2 students.

 

  • Co2028: UVMMC Badge Requirements and Distribution- Deadline Monday 09/30/2024. Action required before UVMMC badge distribution on 10/2/24. On Wednesday, October 2, OME will be distributing your official University of Vermont Medical Center badges. To receive your badge, you must complete the following items: 1. Annual mandatories training in Cornerstone platform and attest to completion in Oasis (see related WeeklyWire posting) 2. UVMMC badge form, which encompasses the following items: a. Affiliation agreement b. Pledge of Confidentiality c. Non-employee staff vaccination attestation COMPLETION DEADLINE: No later than 8am EDT, Monday, September 30, 2024. Please help us ensure efficient distribution by completing these items prior to pick-up day. You will need your UVMMC badges to participate in a PCR hospital visit this semester, as well as for Doctoring in Vermont and other clinical activities during the remainder of your time at LCOM.

 

Upcoming and Ongoing Opportunities

  • Look @ Larner Student Hosting- Thursday, October 24-Saturday, October 26. Interested in participating in Look at Larner? Apply to be a Student Host!
  • Free House for February and March 2025- Free House in Burlington's South End. House available for 1 or 2 med students during February and March. Please call or text OR EMAIL Anne: 802-363-3444.

 

Events


  • Safety Week- September 16-20. We all play a role in keeping campus safe. Engage in some of the incredible training and learning opportunities! 25+ activities planned including fire extinguisher training and scavenger hunt with prizes! Highlights are available here .
  • Drop in Hours with AHEC- Tuesday, September 17, 11:30-1:30; Given Rolling Table/Counter (generally located in front of MedComm office space). These drop-in hours are provided for students and residents to connect with members of the AHEC team. Drop-in hours are offered regularly to ensure AHEC staff are available on-site to discuss our programs, including the AHEC Scholars Program, AHEC’s incentive scholarships and educational loan repayment programs, Vermont physician job placement services, and more.Schedule a time to meet with a specific member of the AHEC team, or drop the Given Rolling Table/Counter (near the MedComm office) to visit with the AHEC team member on site.
  • Careers in Medicine Fall 2024 Specialty Panel Series - Neurosurgery with Dr. Katrina Ducis-  Tuesday, Sep 17th 2024, 12-12:50PM- MedEdCenter 200 Sullivan Classroom. The goal of this informal session will be to answer any and all questions about Neurosurgery as a specialty choice. Attendings will be on hand to discuss the field in general and to describe the opportunities available. Special attention will also be taken to explain the residency application process and offer specific guidance to best prepare you for navigating that process. Full information here.
  • Better Biking Workshop- Tuesday, September 17th, 7:30-8:30PM, UVM's Innovation Hall E105. Learn safe biking & theft avoidance tips! Space is limited. Attendees will receive a FREE high quality u-lock, a FREE reflective band, and FREE pizza. Attendees MUST register in advance.
  • Random Chats about Data- Choosing a Model- Tuesday, September 17, 2024- 11:30-12:30PM, Dana Health Sciences Library classroom (Room 108.)

 

  • Pediatrics Grand Rounds - “Political Sectarianism and Child Mental Health” or “This’ll Work Better for Our Kids if We Can Be a Whole Lot Nicer and We Still Don’t Have to Agree”- Wednesday, September 18, 8-9AM- Davis Auditorium or Zoom. More information here.
  • VT AHEC's Vermont Recruitment & Networking Day- Wednesday, September 18, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; The Hoehl Gallery and Given Courtyard. Stop by to learn about VT hospitals, FQHCs, and other health care organizations & their communities! Join Vermont AHEC to learn more about: Health Care Workforce Recruitment & Networking! VT Recruitment & Networking Day is a great opportunity to: * Talk directly with representatives from each of Vermont’s hospitals, Regional AHECs, the UVM Health Network, and other Vermont health care organizations. Ask about current and future career opportunities in your field. Learn about clinical rotations, electives, internships, job shadowing, and research projects. Explore Vermont communities and your future career. Network! It’s never too early to network.
  • Gender Equity Education Series-The Gendered Brain: Gender Identity in Neurology-Wednesday, September 18, 2024 12:00-1:00 PM via Zoom (link here)- Presented by Z L'Erario, MD, MSW.
  • Careers in Medicine Fall 2024 Specialty Panel Series - Anesthesiology with Dr. Emily Stebbins- Thursday, September 19, 12-12:50PM, MedEd Center 200 Sullivan Classroom. The goal of this informal session will be to answer any and all questions about Anesthesiology as a specialty choice. Attendings will be on hand to discuss the field in general and to describe the opportunities available. Special attention will also be taken to explain the residency application process and offer specific guidance to best prepare you for navigating that process. Full information here.
  • Dinner and Dialogue Series at the Interfaith Center- Myths and Mythology- Thursday, September 19th, 5:30-7PM,  400 S. Prospect Ave (next to the Catholic Center and the Water Tank.) We are excited to announce the return of our monthly Dinner and Dialogue series at the Interfaith Center! This year, we will be exploring the theme of Religion and Film, delving into a variety of thought-provoking topics through the lens of popular movies. Our first session will take place on Tuesday, September 19th, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM, and we will kick off with a conversation about Myths and Mythology. These discussions are open to students, staff, faculty, and community members who are interested in exploring how films connect with spiritual, religious, and philosophical traditions. Join us for great food, meaningful conversations, and the opportunity to engage with fellow community members. We look forward to seeing you there!
  • Coffee/Tea with Dean Zehle-  Friday, September 20, 7:30-8:15 AM, Given Courtyard.
  • Hematology/Oncology Grand Rounds- Tuesday, September 24th 2024- HSRF 200. Topic: "What's New in Melanoma and what we do when standard therapies fail." Speaker: Dr. Elizabeth Buchbinder, Dana Farber Cancer Institute Light refreshments provided Join in-person or via Zoom. Meeting ID: 958 6145 1816 Passcode: 423685

 

  • AAMC - MedLoans™ Organizer and Calculator (MLOC) Demo- Tuesday, September 24, 1:00PM. Join the AAMC FIRST team for a demonstration on how to utilize the AAMC’s MedLoans™ Organizer and Calculator (MLOC) to determine which repayment plan will meet your financial needs and goals.
  • Our Common Ground Symposium: Israel and Palestine- Wednesday, September 25, 2024, 10AM-4:45PM, Ira Allen Chapel and Waterman Building. The University of Vermont is pleased to announce the Our Common Ground Symposium: Israel and Palestine, taking place on September 25. This event will draw students from across our diverse community to engage in dialogue and reflection on this complex and challenging situation and how it affects our campus climate. In addition to a guest keynote speaker, Dr. Simran Singh, the symposium will also include a faculty panel and facilitated breakout groups in which faculty and staff facilitators will continue conversations with you about what you’ve heard and learned, what you do and don’t understand, and what more information you need.
  • Careers in Medicine Fall 2024 Specialty Panel Series - Otolaryngology with Dr. Erin Ostby, Thursday, September 26, 12:12:50 PM, MedEd 200 Sullivan Classroom.The goal of this informal session will be to answer any and all questions about ENT as a specialty choice. Attendings will be on hand to discuss the field in general and to describe the subspecialty opportunities available. Special attention will also be taken to explain the residency application process and offer specific guidance to best prepare you for navigating that process.
  • "Vittles with Vito" - A Special Medical Student Breakfast with Dr. Vito Imbasciani: Tuesday, October 01, 8am-9am, in HSRF 400. Space is limited; RSVP required. Dr. Vito Imbasciani is in town for the annual Vito Imbasciani, PhD, MD '85, and George DiSalvo LGBTQ Health Equity Lecture Series he sponsors, and he would love to connect with you, our students, for an informal Q&A/meet & greet. Please join us for "Vito & Vittles," a special breakfast reception with Dr. Imbasciani…
  • Student Performance Night- Wednesday, October 4th, 7:00-9:00PM, Hoehl Gallery. Calling all artists/musicians/comedians! This fall we are putting on a showcase in collaboration with The Jandl ‘79 and Parker ’73 Endowments, Wellness Committee, and LCOM Medical Student Council. The event will be on Friday, October 4th from 7:00 - 9:00 PM in the Hoehl Gallery at the Larner College of Medicine. Sign up here if you are interested in sharing your wellness outlet with the Larner Community.
  • Interfaith Center Monthly Movie Night- Friday, October 13, 7:00PM, Unity Lounge (3rd Floor, Davis Center.) This month, we’re screening the legendary film "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope". It’s a great opportunity to enjoy an iconic movie while diving into deeper themes of Myths and Mythology. Join us for an exciting evening of film, followed by a lively discussion exploring themes of hope, destiny, and the timeless battle between good and evil. All are welcome to come, relax, and engage with fellow students, staff, and faculty in meaningful conversations!
  • Student Performance Night- Wednesday, October 4th, 7:00-9:00PM, Hoehl Gallery. Calling all artists/musicians/comedians! This fall we are putting on a showcase in collaboration with The Jandl ‘79 and Parker ’73 Endowments, Wellness Committee, and LCOM Medical Student Council. The event will be on Friday, October 4th from 7:00 - 9:00 PM in the Hoehl Gallery at the Larner College of Medicine. Sign up here if you are interested in sharing your wellness outlet with the Larner Community.


Additional Updates

  •  New episode of Green Mountain Medicine Podcast- Click here to listen to Dr. Timothy Lahey on this month's episode of Green Mountain Medicine Podcast. On this episode of GMM, we are joined by infectious disease physician and medical ethics professor Dr. Timothy Lahey, who is a repeat podcast guest. Back by popular demand! We discuss career paths and Dr. Lahey's profound career moments. Tune in for even more here.


Optional External Surveys

  • Seeking Medical Students for Research Initiative on Experiences with Racism and Ableism in Medical School- A new research initiative from the DocsWithDisabilities Initiative, funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation,  titled "Experiences with Racism & Ableism in Medical School” is seeking medical students with disabilities from underrepresented backgrounds to participate in 1-2 hour research interviews. Their insights and experiences are invaluable in helping us understand and address the challenges faced in medical education and practice. The purpose of these interviews is to inform change and improve inclusivity in medical education. To participate, click this link.

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Housing Opportunities

Graduate students are highly sought tenants in the Burlington area and property owners often advertise specifically to them with special rates (less than would be offered to undergraduate students). Don't hesitate to ask housing contacts if they would consider lowering the advertised rate to secure a graduate student; it never hurts to ask!

Explore housing opportunities & housing support resources via the UVM Off-campus Housing Site...

Burlington Off-campus Living Guide: Includes information to help off-campus students have successful experiences off campus. Check out the 6th edition of the UVM Off-Campus Student and Community Relations (OSCR) Off Campus Living Guide....

Landlord/Tenant and Housing Questions and Issues: Please contact OSCR (802-656-9405)

Lost & Found

Lost something? Email the Office of Medical Student Education (OMSE) a description of the item. OMSE and the Dana Medical Library recently joined the UVM campus-wide lost & found system and search not only the College of Medicine, but campus as a whole to see if it's been turned in. If it hasn't, the office can file a claim for the item should someone turn it in soon!

Found something? Please turn it into either the Office of Medical Student Education (Given Courtyard n100) or the Dana Medical Library (First floor of the Medical Education Center) and we will be sure to log it into the Campus-Wide Lost & Found Database.

Found items are kept up to 30 days, and then are donated to various local organizations depending on the item.