CLASS INFORMATION
Class of 2018
- APPROACHING DEADLINE - Visiting Clerkship Program @HMS: 08/31/2017. The VCP is for fourth-year and qualified third-year students who wish to do an externship at Harvard Medical School’s affiliated hospitals. Read more...
- Change in Performance Standards for Step 2 CS: Announcement posted to USMLE website on August 4, 2017. This announcement describes a change in the performance standards for the USMLE Step 2 CS examination that will affect examinees testing on or after September 10, 2017. Read more...
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Class of 2019
- DEADLINE THIS WEEK - Vermont Medical Society Mimi Reardon Scholarship - Accepting Applications! This is a $10,000 scholarship open to all M3 students (co2019). Application Deadline: 08/24/2017. Read more...
- New Competency Tracker Feature (Block & LIC Students): Beginning on August 21 (start of rotation 4), a new Inpatient/Outpatient radio button will be included in the Competency Tracker. You will now be expected to select whether the experience is taking place in an inpatient or outpatient setting. We've provided a screenshot of what we expect you to see. For questions related to this new feature, please email Jacqueline Drouin.
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Class of 2020
- DEADLINE THIS WEEK - PATHOMA DISCOUNT: DEAL ENDS 8/24/2017. Pathoma discount for 12-month access for only $85 (regularly $99.95). This offer is valid until Thursday, Aug 24, at midnight. Visit the Pathoma.com Sign Up page, choose the 12-month subscription, and use coupon code UVM85 to obtain the discount. Please contact Liz O’Neill with any questions!
- ANNUAL REMINDER/ACTION NEEDED - Annual Mandatories: In accordance with Joint Commission hospital accreditation standards, all medical students must complete annual mandatories training at the beginning of each academic year in order to maintain access to University of Vermont Medical Center information systems. These mandatories are made available through the UVMMC e-Learn platform and should be completed within the first month of enrollment in any academic year. Please complete your Foundations Year 2 mandatories by September 30, 2017. Questions should be directed to the UVMMC IS Service Center, 802-847-1414.
- NBME Basic Science Exams Timing & Score Scale Change Now Effective: The time allocated to complete each item (item pacing) and the total time allotted to complete each exam for the Basic Science subject examinations has increased and the score scale has been changed. Read more...
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Class of 2021
- DEADLINE THIS WEEK - COMcares Opportunity - Grand Friends: Are you interested in a volunteer experience for fall 2017? If so, consider checking out Grand Friends! This is an AWESOME opportunity to be paired with a senior in the Burlington community. Read more...
- DEADLINE THIS WEEK - PATHOMA DISCOUNT: DEAL ENDS 8/24/2017. Pathoma discount for 12-month access for only $85 (regularly $99.95). This offer is valid until Thursday, Aug 24, at midnight. Visit the Pathoma.com Sign Up page, choose the 12-month subscription, and use coupon code UVM85 to obtain the discount. Please contact Liz O’Neill with any questions!
- THIS WEEK - Learn about student leadership and their roles at LCOM! Various student leadership groups will be available in Med Ed Rooms 304, 305, and 306 on 8/21 and 8/25 to answer questions about their role on campus and how to get involved. When specific groups schedule, student council members will post room numbers and dates to the Class Facebook page. Please contact Student Council with any questions.
- THIS WEEK - Badge Buddies Pick-up: Some students found hand-me-down badge buddies in their Given Boxes from an M4-badge-buddy-fairy. For the rest of you, the badge buddies (green badge décor, IDing you as a "Medical Student") will be available for pick-up at OMSE (Given Courtyard N100) starting first thing, Wednesday morning, 08/23/2017. Swing by during regular business hours to snag one. Please feel free to contact the Office of Medical Student Education (OMSE) with any questions.
- Read a special welcome letter from the President of the UVM Medical Alumni Association...
- Student Council Election: 09/08/2017. We are excited to invite all those interested in running for a position on Student Council to apply! This year there are 5 voting members of student council – Chair of Finance, Chair of Student Interest Groups, Chair of Communications, Chair of Administration, and Community Service Coordinator. Read more...
- Pre-Exam Breakfast: September 1, come grab breakfast in the student lounge starting at 7:15am before your first exam! Rumor has it that food provided by the Wellness Committee is good luck. Please contact Florence Lambert, co2020 Wellness Representative, with any questions.
- REMINDER - Please complete your MSQ: Closes 09/15/17. Beginning June 1, all accepted students were sent unique survey links via email to access the MSQ. The survey links will be sent from msq@aamc.org. As of 08/10/2017, 76% of accepted members of the Class of 2021 had completed the survey (up 4% in only 1 week!). Read more...
- REMINDER - "Finding Our Common Ground" Curriculum: Please remember to sign up to receive your Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) individual score and plan. Sessions take about 40 minutes and are offered most weekdays during the lunch hour and in the late afternoons throughout the fall. Contact Tiffany Delaney with any questions.
- NBME Basic Science Exams Timing & Score Scale Change Now Effective: The time allocated to complete each item (item pacing) and the total time allotted to complete each exam for the Basic Science subject examinations has increased and the score scale has been changed. Read more...
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Larner COMcares
THIS WEEK - Breaking Out of Our Silos: Interprofessional Education for Better Health Care (RSVP Required): 08/25/2017. This free workshop is open to faculty in the UVM College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Larner College of Medicine and the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Lunch included. Read more...
THIS WEEK - Zoe's Race - Making Homes Accessible: 08/27/2017. Online registration is now open for Zoe's 5k Race 2017. Now in its ninth year, the event has raised nearly $180,000 and has helped 17 local families to make their homes accessible. Read more...
First LCOM-wide community service event: 09/09/2017. SIGN UP. Everyone is welcome to join our first of four major events hosted across the academic year. We are starting by getting to know our community geographically by helping clean up the area. Read more...
The Color Run–the Happiest 5K on the Planet: 09/23/2017. All participants who use the code “UVMHN” will receive $10 off their registration. For each registration using this code, the UVM Children’s Hospital will also receive a $5 donation. Read more...
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WEEKLY FYIs FROM OMSE - WE ARE HERE TO HELP!
- Financial Literacy with Dr. Blute: We recorded the financial literacy session offered on Aug. 14 for students who were unable to attend or wish to revisit the content. Please contact Kari Brayden, LCOM Student Financial Services Coordinator, with any content-related questions.
- AMSA Social Media Guidelines for Medical Students and Physicians: In all situations, including on social media sites, members of the medical profession should always represent him/herself in a manner that reflects values of professionalism, accountability, integrity, honor, acceptance of diversity, and commitment to ethical behavior. Read more...
- Change in Performance Standards for Step 2 CS: Announcement posted to USMLE website on August 4, 2017. This announcement describes a change in the performance standards for the USMLE Step 2 CS examination that will affect examinees testing on or after September 10, 2017. Read more...
- AAMC Webinar Slides and Recording Now available - "Free Speech in the Landscape of Diversity: On Tuesday, July 18, 2017, the Group on Student Affairs (GSA) - Committee on Student Diversity Affairs (COSDA) hosted the webinar “Free Speech in the Landscape of Diversity”. Read more...
- "3 Lessons from the UVM Medical School Active Learning Pivot" from Inside Higher Ed: Are you talking on your campus about the UVM Larner College of Medicine’s transition to an all active learning program? You should be. This change at UVM is a very big deal - and a big deal outside of the world of medical education. Here’s why...
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UNIVERSITY OPPORTUNITIES
COMU Opportunities: Explore a variety of career opportunities in healthcare with these exceptional programs offered through the UVM Larner College of Medicine, including our new End of Life Care Doula Professional Certificate. Please contact Katie Albee, Marketing Specialist, with any questions.
THIS WEEK - Primary Care Series: 08/23/2017. Vermont Educational Loan Repayment, National Health Service Corps, U.S. Military Programs for Primary Care Practitioners. Lunch provided. Read more...
THIS WEEK - Fresh Friday: The Wellness Committee invites you to the monthly Fresh Friday. Come by the Student Lounge on Friday, Aug 25 at noon for some fresh produce! Please contact Florence Lambert, co2020 Wellness Representative, with any questions.
STARTING THIS WEEK - UVM Week of Welcome (WOW) Events: 08/25/2017 - 09/12/2017. UVM's WOW is one of its finest traditions. It's designed for the first-year undergrads; however, a number of the fun-and-mostly-free events are open to the entire UVM community. Events include movie screenings, an improve show, free coffee, poetry slams, and more! Read more about WOW...
Free Week @ UVM Campus Rec: 08/28/2017 - 09/03/2017. Every semester, UVM Campus Rec hosts "Free Week", allowing students to check out the offered group fitness classes prior to purchasing the full $65 student season's pass. Read more...
Cardiovascular Research Institute of Vermont (CVRI) First Annual Welcome Soiree: 08/30/2017. An opportunity for new medical students, trainees, and faculty to meet others interested in cardiovascular research and learn about the programs and funding available through CVRI. Read more...
Community Medical School Kicks Off with "Breast Density: The New Law & What It Means for Breast Cancer Screening & Risk": 09/05/2017. With Sally Herschorn, M.D., FACR, Associate Professor of Radiology and Medical Director and Division Chief, Breast Imaging. Read more...
UVM Midwifery Practice Presents - Hands-On Labor Support Skills: 10/03/2017. We are coordinating a Hands-on Labor Support workshop through the UVMMC Midwives for Tuesday, October 3rd, and we'd love to encourage any medical students with an interest in labor and delivery to attend. Read more...
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RESEARCH, FELLOWSHIP, AWARDS, & SCHOLARSHIP
APPROACHING DEADLINE - Travel Awards Deadline: 08/30/2017 application deadline. The UVM Medical Student Travel Opportunity was established to support students who would like to travel to conferences, alternative learning opportunities, or similar events. Read more...
ASH HONORS (Hematology Opportunities for the Next Generation of Research Scientists) Award Now Accepting Applications! 02/01/2018 application deadline. ASH HONORS is intended for medical students and residents with an interest in hematology research. The award will provide the recipient with a $5,000 stipend. Read more...
National Hispanic Health Foundation (NHHF) Scholarship: 10/06/2017 application deadline. NHHF is pleased to award 20 scholarships to graduate students in dental, medical (allopathic or osteopathic), health policy, public health, and pharmacy school students as well as BA and above nursing students. Read more...
Research Intern position Available: 6 hours/week; hands on clinical research in pediatrics—novel gaming technology; pilot project in patients with asthma; data management, recruitment, study execution, coordinating with other clinicians. Research experience a plus, but execution and tenacity are paramount. Contact: Peter Bingham MD 802-343-2728.
American Academy of Emergency Medicine/Resident and Student Association (AAEM/RSA): Are you a student interested in emergency medicine? If so, you should definitely check us out! Read more...
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CLASSIFIEDS
Volunteers Needed - Respiratory Vaccine testing: Up to $1650 compensation. View the flyer for more information. Please call the UVM Vaccine Testing Center at 802-656-0013 for more information and to schedule a screen. Leave your name, number and a good time to call back. Email uvmvtc@uvm.edu or visit uvmvtc.org.
Housing Opportunities for Medical Students: 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); thus, the Office of Medical Student Education pulls together a list of housing opportunities posted specifically for this group, so you don't miss out on a good deal. Moreover, medical students also try to keep good spaces "in the family" and are known to post to this list. Please contact the Office of Medical Education if you have any questions. Don't hesitate to ask the contact if they would consider lowering the advertised rate to secure a graduate student; it never hurts to ask!
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