2024 Committee Letter for Titans applying to Masters or Doctoral Programs in Healthcare

Posted on January 10, 2024 by Carmen Gamlin

If you are a Titan or Titan Alum, know that you can engage in the Committee Letter Process 2024 in the Winter Semester before you apply in the 2024/2025 cycle. 

2024 Committee Letter Process Student Resources  

The due date for all written sections of this application (including all transcripts and completed GPA document) is Sunday, March 17, 2024, by 11:59 PM EST 


 CLP Introduction and CLP Responses  

 In addition to the completed CLP written application, there are two essential parts of the committee letter packet that will be recorded in the Big Interview platform. Not only is this an interview practice platform for all Titans, but this same platform will also be where you will record your CLP Introduction and CLP Responses. These are due on or before March 31st; however, if you want feedback from your pre-health advisor before it is sent to the committee, then submit these on or before March 17th.  

  • CLP Introduction: A video Personal Statement of how you know you are meant to be this type of clinician such as a Doctor, Dentist, Optometrist etc..    
  • CLP Responses: A recorded interview that compliments your written CLP application. These are the questions for the CLP Responses.  

 There will be 30 Minute interview prep workshops in February and March to prepare you for the following:  

  • Preparing your Committee Letter Responses that you will record in the Big Interview   
  • Situational Judgement Assessment CASPer, KIRA, AAMC-VITA  
  • Graduate School Interviews both online and in person  

Monday, February 19th at 1:00 pm Meeting ID: 972 0703 5668 Passcode: Titan  

Tuesday, February 20th at 1:00 pm Meeting ID: 935 1539 1678 Passcode: Titan  

Wednesday February 21st at 1:00 pm Meeting ID: 952 5108 0194 Passcode: Titan  

Friday, February 23rd at 1:00 pm Meeting ID: 956 6216 0534 Passcode: Titan  

Monday, March 11th at 1:00 pm  Meeting ID: 937 2510 1141 Passcode: Titan  

Wednesday, March 13th at 1:00 pm  Meeting ID: 915 3595 5309 Passcode: Titan  

Drop-in Interview Prep 8:30 – noon Thursday, 3/14 in Chemistry 117

Drop-in Interview Prep 8:30 to noon Friday, 3/15 in Engineering 125

Or by appointment calendly.com/prehealthadvisor

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2024 Committee Letter Process for Pre-Health Titans

Posted on December 20, 2023 by Carmen Gamlin

Our University of Detroit Mercy STEM faculty and university administrators are dedicated to evaluating Titans as they apply to Medical, Dental, Optometry, Pharmacy and numerous other graduate health profession programs. University of Detroit Mercy students and alumni who are applying to graduate programs in the health professions in Summer 2024 have access to the annual Committee Letter Process which opens January 5, 2024.

Each Winter semester, Titans from any major complete an application detailing their academic and extracurricular experiences that prepare them to competitively apply to their career programs. Completed application packets are delivered to about a dozen committees. Each committee evaluates the content of the application and interview in order to write a comprehensive letter.

Students who have transferred to the University of Detroit Mercy also benefit from the Committee Letter Process; The CLP application gives each Titan the opportunity to highlight their on an off campus activities that have prepared them for graduate school. Activities include but are not limited to the following:

  • Undergraduate Research
  • Clinical voluntary or paid experiences
  • Community Service
  • Campus clubs, activities & on campus employment
  • Jobs, shadowing and other industry engagement

If you are a current Titan or an alum in need the link to the resources for the annual Committee Letter Process, then send an email to gamlincd@udmercy.edu or schedule an appointment using calendly.com/prehealthadvisor.

  • 2024 Committee Letter opens January 5, 2024
  • Complete applications are due on or before March 31, 2024

Carmen Gamlin, Director & Advisor of Pre-Health Programs only provides advising services to current University of Detroit Mercy Titans and UDM alumni. Others should engage their primary undergraduate institution for pre-health advising.

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Michigan College of Optometry Information Session for Future Optometrists

Posted on November 28, 2023 by Carmen Gamlin

When you think of the little kids on Zoom kindergarten during the pandemic and the teens and adults that vaguely remember a life without constant screen-time, you know our future will need more Optometrists.

Dr. James Miller, O.D., F.A.A.O. who serves as both a Professor and Coordinator of Student Recruitment at Michigan College of Optometry  at Ferris State University will be facilitating an information session on Thursday, November 30th at 1:00 Eastern time. 

 

 

 

 

 

Join this zoom meeting co-hosted by Titan alum, John Ruskus and Detroit Mercy’s Director of Pre-Health Programs, Carmen Gamlin, MA, LPC.

James Miller is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Detroit Mercy Pre-Optometry Zoom Meeting

Time: Nov 30, 2023 01:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/97702598565

Meeting ID: 977 0259 8565

You can learn more about becoming a Doctor of Optometric Medicine, O.D. by visiting futureeyedoc.org. The University of Detroit Mercy is a great place to begin your journey because it is a great time to be a pre-Optometry student. 

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Join Dr. Fleck in a conversation about Precision Medicine and Distributive Justice: Are Some Human Lives Priceless?

Posted on October 18, 2023 by Carmen Gamlin

Michigan State University continues the informative, “Your Health Lecture Series” tonight with a 7pm Eastern discussion with Professor Leonard M. Fleck, PhD. Dr. Fleck is a Michigan State University Distinguished Professor in the Center of Bioethics and Social Justice. The University of Detroit Mercy is hosting this lecture both in person or online. You are invited to join us.

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New Future Physician Pathway for Titans with Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Posted on October 2, 2023 by Carmen Gamlin

 

In an effort to increase the numbers of University of Detroit Mercy Titans to become a Spartan DO, a new pathway has been created! On Tuesday, October 3rd in Chemistry 114, Director Gerica Lee  shared the new Pre-Med Pathway for Titans. It is a great time to be a Pre-Med Titan!

Gerica Lee, Director of Post-Secondary Pathways at the

Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Office of Admissions & Student Affairs

If you are a Titan, or even a future University of Detroit Mercy Pre-Med Titan,

 

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35 Pre-Med Titans are headed to Michigan Medical Education Day, Saturday October 7th

Posted on October 2, 2023 by Carmen Gamlin

The University of Detroit Mercy has had an increase in pre-medical students over the past few years. As a result, more future physician have the foundation of integration of their intellectual, ethical, spiritual and social development. It is a great time to be a pre-med Titan.

Michigan Medical Education Day is when all 7 of the Medical Schools in the state of Michigan facilitate an all day free conference for up to 500 pre-medicine students. Building the foundation before application starts in the freshmen year of college. Our University of Detroit Mercy Director of Pre-Health Programs, Carmen Gamlin will be part of the team of presenters for this conference held on the campus of Michigan State University.

We are celebrating good news with our pre-medical students. For the 2022/ 2023 application cycle, 16 Verified Titans applied to Medical Schools ( MD & DO); Twelve out of sixteen Pre-Med Titans received at least 1 offer to attend medical school for an overall acceptance rate  of 75%!

It is a great time to be a pre-med Titan!

University of Detroit Mercy Titans not only have access to traditional applications for Allopathic (MD) and Osteopathic (DO) medical schools, we have specialized recruitment programs to increase pathways to become a doctor. 

As a partner school, we have just completed our 4th cycle of the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine Early Assurance Program. Each cycle at least one Titan has started medical school with a passion to practice in an underserved region or underserved population. 

We ae also partnering with LECOM for the Early Acceptance Program. The 2022 / 2023 application cycle was the first time that Titans matriculated into one of Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine’s 4 medical campuses through the Early Acceptance Program. 

In addition, any qualified University of Detroit Mercy Titan has guaranteed interviews for Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine for their Medical school, Pharmacy School and Podiatric Medical programs. This is just one more reason why Detroit Mercy is the right foundation for future clinicians. 

 

 

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Graduate School Scholarship Programs for the Health Professions

Posted on September 14, 2023 by Lalisha Griffin

Pre-Health Titans, graduate school can be expensive! Fortunately, there are programs designed to assist students who are going into one of the Health Professions field of study such as Medicine, Pharmacy, Physician Assistant, etc. The National Health Service Corps Scholarship Program (NHSC SP), Health Professions Scholarship (HPSP) and VA Health Professionals Scholarship Program each provides tuition as well financial assistance to eligible students in exchange for services provided. We will provide information for these three specific programs and how eligible students can apply!

The National Health Service Corps Scholarship Program (NHSC SP)

This program awards scholarship to eligible students who are pursuing primary care health professions training. Students in return commit to providing primary care health services in health professionals shortage areas. The NHSC SP provides a full year of scholarship support and students commit a minimum of two years of full-time services. Along with payment of tuition and eligible fees, a monthly stipend will be provided to students for living expenses while pursuing a health professions degree. The program provides support for scholars for up to four years. Eligible disciplines include Physician, Dentist, Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Midwife and Physician Assistant.  Please review Eligibility Requirements for the NHSC Scholarship Program for an extensive list of eligibility requirements for the NHSC Scholarship Program.

To apply,

  1. Review the NHSC Scholarship Program Application and Program Guidance (NHSC SP APG) (PDF – 635 KB).
  2. Complete an online application, including required documents.

Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP)

The HPSP Program gives students the opportunity to pursue a medical degree through the Army, Navy, and Air Force. Eligible Scholars are able to attend the Medical School of their choice. Scholars in the HPSP Program complete the same medical training as their peers as well as basic officer training and military rotations during clinical years. When enrolled into the HPSP Program, their tuition is covered by the U.S. Government in exchange for services in the military. Therefore, if a student completes medical school in four years, they are required to be a military doctor for at least four years. The HPSP also provides a monthly stipend to students while enrolled  in this program. The eligible disciplines for this scholarship program are Physician, Nurse, Dentistry and Pharmacy! Please review for extensive eligibility information and how to apply here!

VA’s Health Professionals Scholarship Program

This program awards scholarships to medical students in exchange for service at the VA. The benefits of this program includes tuition, fees, books and equipment as well as a stipend for students for 2-4 years. For each year of support, students are required to give 18 months of service to the VA. Eligibility Requirements include applicants must be enrolled in, or accepted for enrollment in, an academic program located in the
United States that prepares graduates to meet the VA qualification standards for employment. In addition, applicants must be citizens of the United States and pass a background investigation. Please review for more information and how to apply for the VA’s Health Professions Scholarship Program!

Paying for Medical School Through Service

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Titans engage in Mission focused community service as part of their Individualized Pre-Health Plan

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Carmen Gamlin

Pre-health Titans are not only at the University of Detroit Mercy excelling in academics, but they are engaged in the surrounding community in service and events as future clinicians. If you are a current University of Detroit Mercy Titan wanting to have an Individualized Pre-Health Plan to include your academic, and activity engagement on a timeline tailored to you, then schedule an individual appointment. I look forward seeing you!

Here are some opportunities to serve. There is no experience required for any of these volunteer positions.

All pre-health career interests are welcome to serve our nation’s veterans at the Detroit VA Hospital. Plan @ 5 hours a week for any semester. Contact them at vhadetVAVS@va.gov to start the volunteer registration process.

Volunteering at Children’s Hospital of Michigan is a standard for those who wish to be clinicians for youth. Contact Maureen Stys, Manager, Child Life, Spiritual Care, Volunteer Services mstys@dmc.org

Any Titan who is at least 18 years old can volunteer at Karmanos Cancer Institute. Select the QR code for the application and to hear bout opportunities to serve from Christine Smith-Johnson who is both a Volunteer Coordinator and an Detroit Mercy alum.

Henry Ford Health is seeking volunteers for their cancer unit. Titans can reach out to  Nichole Joos, Manager for Volunteer Services.

Detroit Mercy Pre-Dentistry students can serve community member through The Wellness Plan. Contact Jaime Toney to share your schedule and apply.

Just use your zip code to find free clinics to volunteer all over the United States. You may be trained to be a volunteer medical assistant, dental assistant, Pharmacist Assistant and more. This would be clinical experience and shadowing the volunteer clinicians at the clinics.

 

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August 2023 Pre-Health Advisor

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Carmen Gamlin

It is a great time to be a Pre-Health Titan! Pre-health Titans are not only at the University of Detroit Mercy excelling in academics, but they are engaged in the surrounding community in service and events as future clinicians.

In this month’s Pre-Health Advisor... 

  1. August Pre-Health Advising Schedule and Events: CASPer Practice Sessions & a reminder to write thank you letters now. 
  2. Join Alpha Epsilon Delta, the Pre-Professional Honors Society – Ask Dr. Nicole Najor about this society
  3. Atlantis Global Physician Shadowing Program – Ideal for Pre-Med and Pre-PA Titans
  4. Interested in Undergraduate Research? –   

Ask Dr. Belanger about the I-Rise with U-Rise program for Titans  

Check out National Research Mentoring Network’s free self-directed courses 

  1. Article: How can medical schools boost racial diversity in the wake of the recent Supreme Court ruling?
  2. Healthcare Careers by Interest are on the last pages.

 

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Midwestern University Lunch Hour Information Session, Wednesday, May 18 at Noon Eastern Standard Time

Posted on May 17, 2023 by Carmen Gamlin

For years, Midwestern University has been one of the top 3 programs where University of Detroit Mercy Titans matriculate for their Doctorate of Dental Medicine? Healthcare education is what they do.

Midwestern University is an established leader with an exciting vision for the future. They offer programs that give pre-health students solid footing in the sciences, extensive hands-on experience in outstanding clinical rotations, and a compassionate perspective toward patients. Want to learn more?

University of Detroit Mercy’s Director of Pre-Health Programs, Carmen Gamlin will host Beka Godsil, Senior Admissions Counselor at Midwestern University on Wednesday, May 18, 2023 at Noon Eastern time via Zoom.  Counselor Godsil will present an Information Session covering 4 graduate programs in the health professions.

  1. Dentistry
  2. Medicine
  3. Physician Assistant
  4. Optometry 

Midwestern has numerous masters and doctoral programs and the unique opportunity to have one admissions team to recruit for all of them. Furthermore, Midwestern University has 2 campuses as well as online programs for future clinicians. 

At Midwestern, you’ll learn side-by-side with students in other health professions, modeling the team approach to 21st-century healthcare practice. And you’ll learn from faculty mentors who are dedicated to preparing their future colleagues for the realities of patient care. Their graduates are found in leading hospitals, private practices, laboratories, pharmacies, and healthcare facilities across the United States.

Carmen Gamlin, Pre-Health Counselor is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Midwestern University Presentation
Time: May 18, 2023 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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