Info Session: Discovery PREP Program at OSUCOM

The NIH-funded Discovery Post-baccalaureate Research Education Program (PREP) at The Ohio State University College of Medicine is excited to announce a virtual information session on December 15 at 7pm. During the event, Dr. Candice Askwith, Faculty Director of Discovery PREP, will introduce Discovery PREP and answer questions.

The Discovery PREP program is designed to help prepare recent baccalaureate graduates for success in pursuit of a career as a biomedical scientist. Individuals from groups underrepresented in the biomedical workforce are strongly encouraged to apply, including students from racial and ethnic groups shown to be underrepresented nationally and individuals with disabilities.

Discovery PREP provides individuals with the opportunity to obtain the intensive research experience necessary to gain admission to, and succeed in, a Biomedical PhD program. The program is a competitive, one-year PREP that provides:

  • A PAID research experience in a laboratory with a research mentor in Neuroscience, Cancer Biology, Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Immunology, or Physiology.
  • Individual mentoring
  • Assistance with application preparation for PhD graduate programs
  • Orientation and social activities
  • Seminars and journal clubs
  • Career development workshops
  • Opportunities to travel and network with scientists throughout the nation

To register for the virtual info session, submit this form. A Zoom link will be sent once your registration has been received. If you have any questions or require additional information about the program or this event, please reach out to Discovery.PREP@osumc.edu.

TONIGHT: UNC Graduate Chemistry Info Session

TONIGHT, November 4, 2021
at 6:00pm EDT
Via Zoom

The Department of Chemistry at the University of North Carolina (Chapel Hill) is hosting a virtual information session for their graduate program. At the session, participants will meet with faculty and current graduates students within research-themed breakout rooms, including Analytical, Biological, Inorganic, Organic, Physical, and Polymer/Materials.

Registration is preferred, but not required.

CWRU Chemistry PhD Virtual Info Sessions

The Department of Chemistry will be hosting two virtual information sessions for students interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in Chemistry. Students who attend one of these information sessions will receive an application fee waiver.

Tuesday, November 9 at 11am EST
Thursday, November 11 at 8pm EST

The sessions will be hosted by CWRU Chemistry faculty members, who will give an overview of the program, research conducted by the department, and details on how to apply.

Students can register for a session here or email chemistry@case.edu.

Cornell MSE Graduate Admissions Events

Cornell University’s department of Materials Science & Engineering is hosting a series of upcoming virtual admissions/information events and a PhD application workshop for our graduate programs (PhD, MS, MEng). Below is a list of the events. View this email from a Cornell Rep for detailed information and registration links.

Questions or accommodation requests can be sent directly to Marissa Porter at map457@cornell.edu.

PhD Events

(Open to undergraduate seniors and masters students.)

  • October 8, 2021, 11am-2pm EDT: Graduate School Fair: Register
  • October 15, 2021, 3pm EDT: MSE PhD Info Session/Student Panels: Register
  • October 22, 2021: MSE PhD Application Workshop Registration Due: Register

MS Events

(Open to undergraduate seniors.)

  • October 8, 2021, 11am-2pm EDT: Graduate School Fair: Register

MEng Events

(Open to undergraduate seniors.)

  • October 8, 2021, 11am-2pm EDT: Graduate School Fair: Register
  • MSE MEng Info Sessions (ongoing)

2021 Pharmacy Scholars Program at UMich

Join UM Pharmacy TOMORROW, February 10th from 4:30-5pm for a Zoom info session to learn more about the Interdisciplinary REU Program and the Pharmacy Scholars ProgramRSVP here.


The Pharmacy Scholars Program (PSP) is a unique summer pre-pharmacy program open to college juniors, seniors, recent graduates, and individuals thinking about a career transition to pharmacy school.

The PSP is a four week virtual boot camp that provides coursework and activities that prepare students to be confident in the interview process, and first year pharmacy school courses. It also introduces them to faculty and administrators in the College, and exposes participants to the variety of career options one has with a PharmD degree. During the program you will have an opportunity to:

  • Attend admission information sessions
  • Receive one-on-one academic advising
  • Hear from a variety of faculty and student guest speakers
  • Explore various careers in pharmacy
  • Be mentored by current students
  • Review coursework in topics such as chemistry, math, and calculations
  • Be exposed to first year pharmacy school courses and more
  • Receive advice on writing a CV and personal statement
  • Receive a stipend!

The February 22 application deadline is approaching quickly! Visit the website to learn more and apply.

CUNY Biochemistry PhD Information Session

The City University of New York is holding an information session about their Biochemistry PhD program. The university is currently recruiting interested students for the class of Fall 2021.

This event will give students the opportunity to:

  • learn more about the City University of New York’s Biochemistry PhD program
  • learn how to create a competitive application and personal statement
  • ask questions to City University of New York faculty and students
  • learn about research being conducted at the City University of New York

The information session will be held via Zoom on Friday, November 13 from 1:00pm-3:00pm EST. If you are interested, register here for the event by November 10th.

For more information:

  • check out this flyer for the event
  • check out this brochure for their Biochemistry PhD program
  • find more about the Biochemistry PhD program on the website

Career Success: Virtual Week

The Ohio State University College of Arts and Sciences Center for Career and Professional Success is excited to announce Virtual Week, April 13 to 17, an entire week of exciting opportunities to:

  • Learn best ways to virtually interact with employers
  • Connect and network with recruiters seeking top talent
  • Explore career opportunities and discover ways to improve your job search

The week will provide fantastic opportunities to network with employers and recruiters from companies such as The National Cancer Institute, Chick-Fil-A, JPMorgan Chase, Vector Marketing, and more! Employer sessions are being added daily. In addition, there are two Virtual Career Fairs on April 14: Hire Big10+ and Amazon.

Explore the list of currently scheduled employer and coaching sessions. Sessions are being added regularly, so be sure to check back for the most up to date information!