Friday, April 13, 2012

Mizzou's MedPrep Program

What is the MedPrep program?
The Mizzou MedPrep program is designed to assist individuals in exploring health-care careers and assist those interested in applying to medical school with the application process. The workshops are open to a wide range of participants. Minority students, socio-economically disadvantaged students, students from rural areas and non-traditional students are particularly encouraged to participate in the program which consists of a series of workshops. Please note the workshops do not have prerequisites and you can opt to participate in one or multiple workshops.

What is the focus of the MedPrep I workshop?
The focus of this workshop is for participants to gain insight into what makes a well-rounded applicant, explore careers in medicine, obtain a better understanding of the importance of research and community service, participate in various sessions such as financial aid, quality and safety, problem-based learning, simulation, rural track and individual advising. In addition, there is a panel sessions with current medical students.

When is the event held?
May 18, 2012; 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
May 19, 2012; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Where is the event held? The University of Missouri campus

Who can apply? This workshop is designed for those who might be interested in applying to medical school. College juniors and above. Some exceptions may apply, please contact the coordinator with questions.

Who do I contact if I have questions?
Cathleen Mudd-Hutcheson
Coordinator - Mizzou MedPrep
University of Missouri - Columbia
School of Medicine
Office of Medical Education
573-884-6375
muddhutchesonc@health.missouri.edu

Where can I learn more and register for the workshop? http://som.missouri.edu/MizzouMedPrep
Those interested can create an account by selecting “Create an account” on the MedPrep page (noted above). After completing the information requested a password will be generated and interested candidates can use this, along with the email address they provided, to access more information about the event and complete an application.

Thursday, April 12, 2012

Introducing the Arts & Sciences Career Cohort!

Arts and Sciences Career Cohort

Duration: Fall 2012 Semester

Description:
The Arts and Sciences Career Cohort (ASCC) has been designed for those students of junior or senior academic standing who, after completing a variety of career related activities, will confirm their career decisions by obtaining at least one interview prior to graduation. Through several methods, students will become aware of their unique interests, skills, values, and personality type. This cohort will acquaint students with practical and theoretical aspects of the career planning process which will allow them to make informed career choices.

Objectives:
  • To obtain information and develop the abilities necessary for choosing a career path
  • To gain knowledge concerning current occupational information and employment trends
  • To enhance students’ abilities to make effective, satisfying career decisions resulting in guaranteed one-on-one contact with employers.

Career Coaches:  Sandi Dale and Melissa Scholten

Assignments, Activities, Experiences:

Basic Requirements:
  1. Register in Roo Career Network.
  2. Career Autobiography:
  • 2-3 pages outlining future career plans with specific goals and objectives (1) describe activities you want to do in your job and what are some jobs that will “fit” you and why (2) What kind of work environment most “fits” you and why (3) Talk about at least 3 skills you want developed.
  1. Meet with your Career Coach at least once a month.
  • Utilize Roo Career Network to request an appointment.
  1. Events:
  2. You will be required to attend the 2012 Fall Career Fair, Wednesday, October 3, 2012 and the Etiquette Dinner in October 2012
  3. Assessments:
  • Students are required to complete the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), the Strong Interest Inventory (SII), and a values card sort and arrange an interpretation appointment(s).
  1. Networking:
  • Effectively utilize social networking sites for job seeking purposes: Linkedin, Facebook, and Twitter.
  • Research professional associations, chambers of commerce, and UMKC Alumni Association.
  1. Resumes, Cover Letters, Mock Interviews, References:
  • There will be on-going activities associated with these assignments.

HOW TO APPLY:  Log in to Roo Career Network. Search for "Arts & Sciences Career Cohort" in Roo Jobs. Submit your approved resume by Friday, May 11, 2012.