This Week at MUSM

COVID CORNER

Return to Campus Safely

As you prepare to begin your next year of education, it is crucial that you're taking proper precautions to minimize the exposure and transmission of COVID-19. At all times, follow CDC guidelines for handwashing, facial coverings, and social distancing. Fourteen days prior to orientation or the first day of clinical rotations, you should self-isolate and monitor your temperature and symptoms daily. If at any time you develop a fever or symptoms associated with COVID-19, immediately call the Student Health Center at 478-301-7425. This line is monitored 24/7.

Upon your return to campus, you’ll receive a Bears Care Kit that includes a Mercer cloth mask, hand sanitizer, and digital thermometer. Mercer University has also created an online resource with University policies, protocols for exposure , and answers to frequently asked questions.

STUDENT OPPORTUNITY

Looking for students for the 2020-2021 peer tutoring program!

Interested M3 and M4 students must submit a completed application to their campus Academic Success Counselor by July 31, 2020 . Peer tutors will be notified of their selection by August 10, 2020. If you served as a peer tutor during the 2019-2020 school y ear, notify your campus ASC by July 31, 2020 if you intend to continue serving.

What does a peer tutor do?

Peer tutors model effective study techniques and assist students with developing analysis and critical thinking skills through question application and understanding of difficult concepts. They provide assistance via individual and group sessions and may volunteer to host content review sessions.

What are the qualifications?

There are many characteristics that are considered when selecting student tutors:

Enjoys teaching and assisting others
Good listeners and communicators
Respectful, approachable, strong leadership skills
Collaborates with others
Strong academic performance and understanding of material

Why should I become a peer tutor?

You are being paid to study
You have a flexible schedule and can work from campus or remotely
It is an excellent leadership opportunity
You will receive training in effective tutoring strategies
You can choose which modules/subjects you tutor and whether you want to participate in individual or group review sessions

To learn more, contact Yasmin Rivera, MEd or Misty Graham, MEd .

UWorld Opt-Out By 7/22

UWorld is required for all 2023 students. To lower your cost, MUSM will purchase UWorld on your behalf at the institutional bulk rate of $459. (The individual subscription rate is $519.) If you decide to purchase your own subscription, return the Opt Out Form by Wednesday, July 22 in order to have the fee waived.

Virtual Recruitment Fair

Year 4 students! Join the Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University on August 1, 2020 from 10 am - 2 pm for a Diversity in Medicine Virtual Recruitment Fair . Sign up today. Space is limited!