Events

Upcoming Events for Pre-Health Students

The following events are being hosted by UW Bothell or other health organizations for the benefit of all Pre-Health Students.

The University of Washington is committed to providing access and accommodation in its services, programs, and activities. For UWB HOSTED events, make a request connected to a disability or health condition by contacting UWB Pre-Health Advising by email (uwbprehealth@uw.edu) or phone (425-352-3418) at least two weeks prior to the event.

From 12:00-12:50pm on most Mondays, drop into the Zoom room to ask quick questions. Students are seen individually in the order in which they arrive in the Zoom room.

NOTE: Pre-Health Virtual Drop-in Advising is cancelled on the following days:

Monday, November 11 (Veterans Day Holiday)
Mondays, December 16, 23, & 30 (Winter Break)

For those EXPLORING graduate school options in healthcare – let’s talk about researching programs to determine which might be the best fit for your skills, interests, and values. The Health Professions & Natural Science Pathways Manager will share tools for your search along with ideas to consider on your path to graduate school.

3:30-4:30pm

Zoom: https://washington.zoom.us/my/uwbprehealth

This is a HYBRID event! Join in-person in UW1-102 or join online in Zoom.

The Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP) is one of the most comprehensive scholarships available in the health care field, covering your full tuition for an advanced medical degree while also providing you with a monthly stipend. Medical fields covered include:

Medical (including Osteopathy)
Dental
Veterinary
Nursing
Counseling & Clinical Psychology
Optometry

Come hear from Major Shannon Harris, Officer In Charge at the Seattle United States Medical Recruiting Station to learn more about the program and its application process.

For those PREPARING to apply to internships and jobs in healthcare – let’s talk about the skills you have and how you can relate them to the job you want. The Health Professions & Natural Science Pathways Manager will share tools to help you articulate your qualifications and land that position that is the next steppingstone on your path to a fulfilling career in health.

3:30-4:30pm

Zoom: https://washington.zoom.us/my/uwbprehealth

Your Major, Your Path: Finding Success in Biotech – Cell Therapy and Biomanufacturing with Snehal Patel, CTO of Sana Biotechnology

4:30 PM | Summit Hall Room 110

Discover how any major can lead to a successful career in biotechnology! In this CBIT seminar series, industry professionals will share their personal career journeys and highlighting diverse pathways into the biotech industry. Whether you’re studying science, business, engineering, or the arts, you’ll learn how your unique background can open doors in this innovative field. Join us to explore exciting opportunities, gain career insights, and find your own path to success in the dynamic world of biotech!

Hosted by the School of STEM Center for Biotechnology Innovation & Training.

Future Doc Mixer: Networking Over Dinner

Join the UW Bothell Pre-Med Club for an evening dedicated to Pre-Med Students looking to expand their networks and make valuable connections. This is your chance to:

Connect with current Medical Students
Bond with fellow Pre-Med Students
Network with potential mentors

November 22, 2024 | 5:00-7:30pm | North Creek Events Center | Dinner Provided!

Registration is limited to 50 students. Sign up in Gather.

For those EXPLORING or PREPARING for health careers – let’s talk about Summer & Other Enrichment Opportunities! The Health Professions & Natural Science Pathways Manager will share information to help you identify programs and provide tools to help you articulate your qualifications so that you can apply with confidence! These programs have application deadlines in late Fall/early Winter, so now is the time to learn about them and prepare your applications!

12-1pm – take a study break and come learn about these opportunities so you can apply after finals!

In-Person in Summit Hall, Room 110

3:30-4:30pm | UW1-110

For those EXPLORING careers in healthcare – let’s talk about tools available to help fuel your search that will allow you to build a professional network along the way. The Health Professions & Natural Science Pathways Manager will share methods for finding job ideas and building human resources to bolster your success with a strong mentor network in health.

Join right before the Career Pathways Mixer to practice your elevator speech and learn how vital these connections will be to your career’s success!

Kalee Warnimont of the UW Medicine MEDEX Northwest Physician Assistant Program will present information and address questions about their program and its application process.

10:30-11:30am | UW1-102