SERVICE LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
The Service Leadership Conference is scheduled for Thursday, October 15 from 4 - 6 pm. in the auditorium on the School of Medicine's Macon campus. At this event, students will present their current DISC projects, and will hear about volunteerism from Dr. Keisha Callins. The ability for in-person and virtual attendance via Zoom is available. If you prefer to attend via Zoom, contact Margaret Nicole Catt.
PREPARING FOR RESIDENCY
Careers in Medicine (CiM) Resources
While much about the 2021 residency application cycle is different this year, some tactics for applying smart are the same and even more important.
 
Identify the programs that best fit you with these CiM resources that can help you:
  • Use your school alumni and other networks to learn more about different training paths and the opportunities they lead to in your desired specialty
  • Clarify and prioritize what you want from your residency training so you can identify the programs that will support these goals
  • Research residency programs, even with limited access to programs in-person
  • Determine how many and which programs to apply
 
Create a strong application with these CiM articles that can help you:
  • Craft a personal statement that helps you stand out from the pack
  • Collect letters of recommendation that convey each writer’s experience working with you as well as their strong support for your candidacy
  • Polish your digital image
Olive View-UCLA Meet & Greet
Saturday, September 26
11:00 am PST
Applying to psychiatry? Join Olive View-UCLA for a virtual meet and greet to learn more about their program and ask questions of their psychiatry residents, faculty and program director! 
MUSM MARKETPLACE
MUSM spirit merchandise orders are due today!
The deadline to place and pay for orders is Monday, September 14 at 11:59 pm. All orders not paid for by this time will be cancelled.

Make payment by Venmo to @MUSM2021Macon. If you need another form of payment or have any questions, contact Adrianne Smith via email or phone at 770-654-0059.
SNMA is hosting a t-shirt fundraiser to attend the Annual Medical Education Conference!
The t-shirt will also promote diversity, cultural differences, and inclusivity in the medical field, especially among physicians. The cost is $22. Pay via venmo to @A-Varghese-20. Orders must be placed by September 30. Items will be available for pick-up on all three campuses.
LIBRARY RESOURCES
You can now checkout library items using your phone or tablet. It’s easy! Just go to the App Store (IOS) or Google Play (Android) and download the Mercer Self-Checkout app. For more information or detailed instructions, visit the Skelton Medical Libraries page at med.mercer.edu/library.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Saturday, September 19 @ 10 am
White Coat Ceremony
Hawkins Arena

Wednesday, September 21 @ 6 pm
Learn more about how to get involved with research and service at MUSM.

Monday, September 28 at 5:30 pm
Budgeting 101 with Sam McBride
Learn about budgeting basics for the average medical student.
Friday, October 2 @ 1 pm
Join this discussion and learn how to get the best credit score of your life. Hosted by the AAMC.

Friday, November 6 @ 1 pm
Join this webinar, hosted by AAMC's education debt management experts, and get answers to your student loan questions.
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