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<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Good Morning, All!</span></i>
<i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">I hope you are all having a fun and relaxing Spring Break! Be sure to engage in some
<a href="https://www.collegegirlsmarts.com/self-care-activities-college-students/">
self-care activities</a> to help you recharge before you head back to campus next week.<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Did you know that Women’s History Month has a theme this year? The theme is
<b>Women Providing Healing, Promoting Hope</b>. This is a tribute to caregivers and frontline workers during this ongoing pandemic and to women from cultures around the globe and throughout history who have provided healing and hope. Along those lines, here’s
a great article titled, <a href="https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/1843228">
Saints and Sinners: Women and the Practice of Medicine Throughout the Ages</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">There’s lots happening this week and beyond. Check things out below!</span></i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Announcements & Reminders<o:p></o:p></span></u></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">If you are a BME
<b>undergraduate</b> student, be sure to…<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="circle">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Meet with Dr. J to discuss your career goals & professional development opportunities (Book your appointment
<a href="https://sdsmt.campus.eab.com/pal/NyfnNwlsuF">here</a>.)<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level2 lfo2"><u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">If you are a freshman</span></u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">, you should
also meet with your BME hybrid advisor, Chris Roman (<a href="mailto:Christopher.Roman@sdsmt.edu">Christopher.Roman@sdsmt.edu</a>) over in Student Success.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">At some point this semester, you’ll want to meet with your academic advisor to discuss your Fall 2022 course schedule
(Ask Dr. J if you aren’t sure who your academic advisor is!)<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">If you are a NANO or BME
<b>graduate</b> student, be sure to…<o:p></o:p></span></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="circle">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Introduce yourself to Dr. J if you haven’t already!
</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">😃</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">
<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Volunteer Opportunities:<o:p></o:p></span></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="circle">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">BME graduate student, Brock Folkers, is looking for participants to take part in a research study exploring how muscle
tissue changes its electrical signal as it transitions from rested to fatigue states. If you are interested in participating, or to learn more about the study, please contact Brock (<a href="mailto:Brock.Folkers@mines.sdsmt.edu">Brock.Folkers@mines.sdsmt.edu</a>)
<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">MEDLIFE is a non-profit organization providing service learning experiences in Peru, Ecuador, and Tanzania. They
make trips over winter break, spring break, and during the summer to accommodate student schedules. See attached flyer or go
<a href="https://my.medlifemovement.org/">here</a> for more details.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Judges are needed for the 67th Annual High Plains Regional Science & Engineering Fair on
<b>Tuesday, March 22<sup>nd</sup></b>. If you are interested in judging 6<sup>th</sup>-12<sup>th</sup> grade student projects in the biological, physical, or social sciences or engineering, you can register to do so by going
<a href="https://www.online-registration-system.com/sd/hprsef/">here</a>. If you have any questions, please contact Rachel Skea at (605) 394-2420 or
<a href="mailto:Rachel.Skea@sdsmt.edu">Rachel.Skea@sdsmt.edu</a> <o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Employment/Internship Opportunities:<o:p></o:p></span></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="circle">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The Avera Center for Pediatric and Community Research is hiring two summer interns. Learn more and apply by going
<a href="https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/avera/#/job/71473">here to see the call for an intern in Rapid City</a> and
<a href="https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/avera/#/job/71468">here to see the call for an intern in Pine Ridge</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">For those of you looking for direct patient care experiences, Janice Knutsen is looking for a part-time live-in or
non-live-in caretaker for her adult son with disabilities. She partners with Black Hills Works to provide care for her son and several of our pre-health students have worked for her in the past. Job duties, pay, benefits, and contact information can be found
on the attached flyers.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">There seem to be a LOT of folks on campus looking for students who want to work here over the summer. Be sure to
check out the ads in the Weekly What’s Up if you are looking for a summer on-campus gig!<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Other Professional Development Opportunities:<o:p></o:p></span></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="circle">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Are you a member of a professional organization, such as the
<a href="https://www.biophysics.org/">Biophysical Society</a>, the <a href="https://www.bmes.org/">
Biomedical Engineering Society</a>, or the <a href="https://biomaterials.org/">Society for Biomaterials</a>? If not, you should be! Click to learn more about those organizations and ask Dr. J if you want to know more about why these organizations are important.<o:p></o:p></span></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="square">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level3 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">If you are in our campus chapter of BMES, but not a member of the national organization, you can change that for
only $15! (One of the cheapest membership dues for a national society that I’ve ever seen.) Here’s some information about the
<a href="https://www.bmes.org/content.asp?admin=Y&contentid=578">benefits of becoming a national member</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Monument Health is now allowing South Dakota Mines students to shadow again (as long as you have proof of vaccinations
for both COVID-19 and this season’s flu). Ask Dr. J for more information if interested!<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Virginia Commonwealth University is hosting a 2-week summer program for students interested in health career programs.
This program is called Allied Health Career Exploration and will take place June 13<sup>th</sup>-24<sup>th</sup>. Learn more and apply by the
<b>April 1<sup>st</sup></b> deadline by going <a href="https://dhsd.vcu.edu/programs/college/allied-health-career-exploration-ahce/">
here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The Summer Biomechanics, Bioengineering, and Biotransport Conference (SB<sup>3</sup>C) will be held in Maryland from
<b>June 20<sup>th</sup>-23<sup>rd</sup></b>. Learn more by going <a href="https://sb3c.org/">
here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l2 level2 lfo2"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The BMES 2022 Annual Meeting will be held in San Antonio, Texas,
<b>October 12<sup>th</sup>-15<sup>th</sup></b>. If you are a member of our BMES chapter, the club will pay for your travel, hotel, and admission. If you are a member of BMES and are interested in attending the meeting, please fill out
<a href="https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FnhAC4kxuaQ8yMZWq9&data=04%7C01%7CJohnica.Morrow%40sdsmt.edu%7C26af58cf8b2840b939c108d9f67344d6%7C867083e60b14435f9b4e8be26f01d84e%7C0%7C0%7C637811797559886232%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000&sdata=%2FbSbVPXsZ8NzF7jj1y8sQ6hHpcoSs52IKSKSKETldHE%3D&reserved=0">
this Google form</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
</ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">This Week’s Events/Reminders:
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Monday, March 14<sup>th</sup>:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Spring Break! [All week!]<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Health Professions Week continues to help you explore different careers in healthcare. Learn more about the event
and register for free by going <a href="https://bit.ly/SpringHPW22">here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Tuesday, March 15<sup>th</sup>:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Priority deadline for applying to the West River Area Health Education Center (WRAHEC) Scholars Program! This is
a great program for anyone interested in learning more about rural healthcare and/or anyone planning to practice in rural/medically underserved areas. Learn more and apply by going
<a href="https://www.westriversdahec.org/higher-education-students/sd-ahec-scholars/">
here</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Deadline for applying to the AMIDEAST Education Abroad program for Summer. Learn more and apply by going
<a href="https://www.amideastedabroad.org/">here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Deadline for applying to the Virginia Commonwealth University’s Summer Academic Enrichment Program, a 6-week summer
program for students preparing to apply to dentistry, medicine, pharmacy, or physical therapy programs. This program will take place May 24<sup>th</sup>-July 1<sup>st</sup>. Learn more and apply by going
<a href="https://dhsd.vcu.edu/programs/college/summer-academic-enrichment-program-saep/">
here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">1:00PM MST – The AAMC is hosting a
<i>Preparing for the MCAT</i> webinar. Learn more and register by going <a href="https://aamc-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dynX3ipOQSGVod7GMIDvqQ">
here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Wednesday, March 16<sup>th</sup>:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">10:00AM MST – VMCAS is hosting an
<i>Application Overview Webinar</i> for those applying to veterinary medicine programs.
<a href="https://aavmc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_A5V3qYw5R-iZDTkzl4AOAA?utm_source=EMP&utm_medium=email&utm_content=61963408&utm_campaign=31278-99055&utm_term=4-387283">
This one is specifically for reapplicants.</a><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">11:30AM MST – VMCAS is hosting an
<i>Application Overview Webinar</i> for those applying to veterinary medicine programs.
<a href="https://aavmc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_92HBOUSASYWBWOn54vpZsQ">This one is specifically for first-time applicants.</a><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">12:00PM MST – TMDSAS webinar for Freshmen/Sophomore pre-med students that features information about how to prepare
for medical schools in your first few years of undergrad. Learn more and watch the live stream by going
<a href="https://www.txhes.com/ihe/2022/22.03-free-tmdsas-workshops.html">here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Thursday, March 17<sup>th</sup>:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Happy Saint Patrick’s Day!
<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Friday, March 18<sup>th</sup>:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">7:30AM-8:30AM MST – Monument Health Virtual Grand Rounds. This week’s topic hasn’t been announced yet, but you will
be able to join the virtual session via WebEx using <a href="https://monumenthealth.webex.com/monumenthealth/j.php?MTID=me60ee485885ca07d5490f7e0b37013d6">
this link</a>. More information to come in an e-mail later this week.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Other Upcoming Events:<o:p></o:p></span></u></p>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The AAMC is hosting a webinar titled
<i>Paying for Medical School</i> on <b>Tuesday, March 15<sup>th</sup></b> at 5:00PM MST. Learn more and register by going
<a href="https://aamc-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__aSI7ni4T1apoYbue1eTcg?timezone_id=America%2FDenver">
here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The TMDSAS is hosting a series of webinars for pre-health students over the next few weeks. Learn more and watch
the live streams by going <a href="https://www.txhes.com/ihe/2022/22.03-free-tmdsas-workshops.html">
here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="circle">
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level3 lfo3"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">March 23<sup>rd</sup></span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"> - Enriching
Your Application as a Re-Applicant<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level3 lfo3"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">April 2<sup>nd</sup></span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"> - Leveraging
Your Experiences as a Non-Traditional or Military Applicant <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level3 lfo3"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">April 12<sup>th</sup></span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"> - Dental Workshop<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level3 lfo3"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">April 14<sup>th</sup></span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"> – Medical
Workshop<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level3 lfo3"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">April 15<sup>th</sup></span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"> – Veterinary
Workshop<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level3 lfo3"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">April 19<sup>th</sup></span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"> – Panel with
Dental Schools<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level3 lfo3"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">April 20<sup>th</sup></span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"> – Panel with
Medical Schools<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level3 lfo3"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">April 21<sup>st</sup>
</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">– Panel with Veterinary Schools<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level3 lfo3"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">April 25<sup>th</sup></span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"> – Ask Us Anything
about Applying<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
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<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The Sanford PROMISE Community Lecture Series will host two public events via Zoom:<o:p></o:p></span></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="circle">
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo3"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">March 24<sup>th</sup>
</span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">– Dr. Nathan Skelly will present
<i>3D printing technology in orthopedic surgery</i><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">SWE is hosting an event for Women’s History Month that features Dr. Katrina Donovan as a speaker on
<b>March 28<sup>th</sup></b> at 5:00PM MST in the Surbeck Ballroom. RSVP by March 21<sup>st</sup>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The 12<sup>th</sup> Annual South Dakota Mines Student Research Symposium will take place on
<b>Tuesday, April 5<sup>th</sup></b> in the Surbeck Center.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Rush University is hosting one of several informational sessions about their MS program in Medical Laboratory Sciences
throughout the Spring semester. (See attachment.) The next session will be held on Saturday,
<b>April 9<sup>th</sup></b> at 9:00AM MST. Learn more and register for this and/or other sessions by going
<a href="https://my.rush.edu/medicallaboratoryscience/inquiryform">here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The AAMC is hosting several free MCAT prep webinars over the next few months. Learn more by going
<a href="https://students-residents.aamc.org/prepare-mcat-exam/mcat-prep-webinars-register-today">
here</a>. The next event is <b>April 12<sup>th</sup></b>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">The AAMC will be hosting a Virtual Medical School Fair on
<b>April 19<sup>th</sup></b> from 9AM-6PM MST. The fair will feature over 70 U.S. medical schools, organizations, application services, and representatives from the Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP). Learn more and register by going
<a href="https://aamcvirtualmedicalschoolfair.vfairs.com/#Login">here</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like to know more about opportunities, events, or activities related to our department!<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">Have a wonderful week,<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif">~Dr. J<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;background:white"><b><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#002554">Dr. Johnica J. Morrow</span></b><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#002554">,
(she/her) <br>
NANO-BME Program Coordinator</span><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Segoe UI",sans-serif;color:#002554"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#75787B">Nanoscience & Nanoengineering</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI",sans-serif;color:#75787B"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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