February Guest Speakers

Please join us in welcoming a series of guest speakers from health related programs popular with our students.  We are collaborating on these events with Juniata College. 

Pritzker School of Medicine: February 3, 6:30pm (Zoom ID: 998 6520 3029 Passcode: 449959)

Villanova Second Degree Nursing: February 9, 6pm, Register here

New England College of Osteopathic Medicine: February 15, 6pm (Zoom ID: 998 6520 3029 Passcode: 449959)

Whether it is organizing an educational program on relationships, helping someone with class scheduling or just being there to listen when someone is lonely, RAs have a tremendous impact on residents’ lives. Besides the benefit of helping others, you will also gain valuable skills and experiences from being placed in such a challenging leadership role. Learn more here.

To apply to be in the process, students who meet the following criteria :

* Penn State GP A of 2.40 or higher. 

*12 Penn State credits earned . 

Current semester, advanced placement, and transfer credits do NOT count. 

To apply to be a part of the Spring 2021 process, you must attend one of the Information Sessions via Zoom Webinar.

• Friday, January 29
  5:00 p.m. EST
• Saturday, January 30
  12:00 p.m. EST
• Monday, February 1
  5:00 p.m. EST
• Tuesday, February 2
  5:00 p.m. EST

Zucker Pipeline Program (ZPP) Application

The mission of the ZPP is to enhance the matriculation of students who are underrepresented in medicine and students who are economically disadvantaged to the Zucker School of Medicine.

The three-year, summer intensive, academic enrichment program is designed to provide high achieving college students who are interested in a career in medicine an opportunity for direct matriculation to the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. To learn more and apply, visit our website. 

 Food Insecurity in Centre County

Student Farm at Penn State will be hosting a virtual panel on Thursday, February 11 from 12-1pm! The event will feature volunteers from community organizations that work to reduce food insecurity in the Center region. Panelists will talk about the work they're doing and share ways for participants to get involved. Register here.

Essence of Democracy Series: Ify Chiejina PSU Lehigh

Penn State Lehigh Art Gallery Director will be hosting Essence of Democracy: Dying to Dream on Thursday, February 11th at 2:00 pm. This panel is part of Black History Month and will feature artist Ify Chiejina and PSULV Chancellor, Dr. Tina Richardson, with moderation by Gallery Director Ann Lalik.

Registere here

Virtual CAPS Chat

CAPS Chat is now available on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 2-4PM.

As always, CAPS Chat is continuing as a brief, one-time consultation with a CAPS counselor, and the referring guidelines remain the same (see below).

Scheduling Instructions for SAME DAY CAPS chat consultation.

Concerns may include:  

• Stress or Anxiety  
• Adjusting to college life  
• Family problems  
• Relationship issues  
• Roommate difficulties  
• Academic pressures  

CAPS Chat IS for...  

• Discussing specific concerns in a one-on-one environment  
• Learning more about what counseling might be like  
• Understanding how to help a friend  
• Getting mental health questions answered  

CAPS Chat IS NOT for...  

• Formal therapy or counseling  
• Crisis services  

SHPEP Summer Program

Week in the life of an SHPEP Scholar will take place on February 1 @ 6pm.

Register Here

As a reminder, the SHPEP application deadline is 11:59 p.m. ET on February 5, 2020. We encourage those who are eligible for the program to promptly have their materials submitted to the National Program Office (NPO). Please contact us if you have any questions regarding the SHPEP application:  

• Email – shpep@aamc.org  
• Phone – 1 (866) 587- 6337

HHD Funds for Undergraduate Research

https://hhd.psu.edu/summer-undergraduate-research-grants

The College of Health and Human Development will be offering funds for undergraduates to complete research under the direction of a faculty mentor for summer 2021. Funds may be used for student expenses and project costs.

Please note faculty supervisor requirements below. Students must be enrolled in a College of HHD major or be a premajor HHD student.

Deadline is February 8, 2021. Applicants will be notified by the end of March 2021 regarding funding decisions.

Students applying for the Erickson Discovery Grant Program from the University can submit the same application for this funding.

Opportunities from the Office of Science Engagement

Please check here for announcements from the Office of Science Engagement.

Food for Thought

Catch up on some of new articles to help you think about a future in healthcare. 

Read more here!

Gap Year Ideas and Opportunities

Thinking of taking a gap year and not sure what to do? Chat with a Prehealth Adviser, and visit this list to get some ideas!

Including a call from a dermatologist looking for a pre-med intern.

Check it out now!

Summer Opportunities

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Want to learn more about opportunities available in the summer?

Click here to learn more!

Virtual Fairs & Open Houses

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Feel like you are missing out by staying at home? Want to learn more about osteopathic medicine, medical school in the Caribbean, or postbacc opportunities? Visit and connect with these and other programs virtually at these live events!

 Check it out today!

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