Workshop Series
The WSU PMHSC is happy to provide a variety of workshops designed to strengthen a pre-health science candidate in numerous ways. Workshop topics vary from semester to semester and are offered during the Fall and Winter terms only. Check back regularly for a list of workshop topics, dates, times and locations. An RSVP is required to get the Zoom link for the workshop. PMHSC visits and events are intended for current WSU students only.
PMHSC Winter 2021 Workshops
| Workshop Title | Date and Time | Description | Location | Intended Audience | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 2021: Assessing Competitiveness | |||||
| Anatomy of an Applicant | January 21, 2021 from 3-4pm | Intended for second year pre-med students to assess where they are in building their applications, we will utilize the AAMC's Anatomy of an Applicant document to help students determine where they are and where growth is needed. | Zoom |
| RSVP |
| How Competitive Are You? | January 25, 2021 from 10-11am | This workshop is intended for students who are planning to apply in the upcoming medical or dental school application cycle and want to assess this decision based on data and schools. | Zoom |
| RSVP |
| Growth Year Planning | January 27, 2021 from 3-5pm | This workshop is designed for individuals pursuing medical or dental school programs that believe they need some academic enhancement coursework prior to applying. The goals of the workshop include touching on the various pathways that an applicant might consider to take post bac coursework. | Zoom |
| RSVP |
| "I Applied, Now What? | January 28, 2021 from 3-4:30pm | Nursing programs are competitive. This workshop will present parallel planning options and opportunities for students who have (or will apply) to nursing programs. Attendees will leave with next steps and strategies for future success. | Zoom |
| RSVP |
| February 2021: Personal Statement | |||||
| Nursing Essay Response Workshop | February 3, 2021 from 2-4pm | This workshop will assist students in preparation and organization of writing short essay responses for the Nursing application. | Zoom |
| RSVP |
| Writing Your Personal Statement | February 4, 2021 from 1:30-3pm | Take this opportunity to learn about the goals and structure of a meaningful personal statement for medical or dental school applications. Workshop will also provide opportunities for brainstorming and pre-writing. | Zoom |
| RSVP |
| Writing Your Personal Statement | February 10, 2021 from 3:3-5pm | Take this opportunity to learn about the goals and structure of a meaningful personal statement for medical or dental school applications. Workshop will also provide opportunities for brainstorming and pre-writing. | Zoom |
| RSVP |
| Writing Your Personal Statement | February 16, 2021 from 3:30-5pm | Take this opportunity to learn about the goals and structure of a meaningful personal statement for medical or dental school applications. Workshop will also provide opportunities for brainstorming and pre-writing. | Zoom |
| RSVP |
| Nursing Essay Response Workshop | February 17, 2021 from 3-5pm | This workshop will assist students in preparation and organization of writing short essay responses for the Nursing application. | Zoom |
| RSVP |
| Nursing Essay Response Workshop | February 24, 2021 from 3-5pm | This workshop will assist students in preparation and organization of writing short essay responses for the Nursing application. | Zoom |
| RSVP |
| Writing Your Personal Statement | February 25, 2021 from 1:30-3pm | Take this opportunity to learn about the goals and structure of a meaningful personal statement for medical or dental school applications. Workshop will also provide opportunities for brainstorming and pre-writing. | Zoom |
| RSVP |
| March 2021: Building on Strengths | |||||
| Starting Strong: Things to Do Before Application Season Begins | March 4, 2021 from 10-11am | A good application is one that is well thought out. This workshop will review the components of the application you can start working on now! ospitals. | Zoom |
| RSVP |
| How to Finish Your First Year Strong | March 10, 2021 from 3-4:30pm | The first year of college is foundational to being a competitive applicant for medical school. Come learn how to finish your first year strong to be a successful applicant to medical school. | Zoom |
| RSVP |
| Starting Strong: Things to Do Before Application Season Begins | March 25, 2021 from 3-4pm | A good application is one that is well thought out. This workshop will review the components of the application you can start working on now! | Zoom |
| RSVP |
| April & May 2021: Application Preparation | |||||
| WSU Nursing Application Overview | April 1, 2021 from 11:30am-1pm | This workshop will cover WSU specific nursing program application portal, data entry, timeline, and best tips for successful application. | Zoom |
| RSVP |
| WSU Nursing Application Overview | April 13, 2021 from 3-5pm | This workshop will cover WSU specific nursing program application portal, data entry, timeline, and best tips for successful application. | Zoom |
| RSVP |
| Medical School Application Overview | May 5, 2021 from 3-4pm | This workshop will give an overview of the three application portals for med school (AMCAS, AACOMAS, OMSAS) including FAQs, available resources and writing for success. | Zoom |
| RSVP |
| Physician Assistant (PA) Application Overview | May 7, 2021 from 10-11am | This workshop will cover CASPA application how-tos, tips for success, and free resources for creating a school list. | Zoom |
| RSVP |
| Dental School Application Overview | May 11, 2021 from 10-11am | This workshop will review the components of the AADSAS application and tips to consider as preparations are made to apply. | Zoom |
| RSVP |
| How to Make a School List | May 19, 2021 from 3-4pm | Deciding where to apply can be a confusing thing to do. This workshop will review things to consider and resources to use. | Zoom |
| RSVP |