Courses of half a semester to a semester on different topics of molecular biology, treated in depth with readings of the current literature.

This course introduces advanced students to the importance of genetics to a wide range of biological problems.

The students do mentored work in a laboratory on a research project. Their performance is evaluated by their mentor at the end of the year, and is given a pass/not pass grade.

This is a weekly course where students take turns to present a scientific paper. Following the presentation there is a discussion by students and faculty. Students prepare the presentation under the supervision of a faculty mentor.

Biweekly seminars where invited speakers from outside the institution present their work. The presentation is followed by a discussion by students and faculty.

This is a weekly course on Molecular aspects of Developmental Biology, with a mixture of lectures, discussions of original papers and presentations by external speakers.

This is a weekly course on mechanisms of mutagenesis, genetic repair and recombination. The course uses a mixture of lectures and discussions of original scientific papers.

The course will cover different subjects in cancer molecular biology with a combination of lectures and discussions of original scientific papers.

The students work on their dissertation under the supervision of their mentor and of their dissertation committee. Their progress is evaluated by their mentor and is given a letter grade.

This course will provide an overview of the major areas of clinical biomedical ethics. Issues will be examined and analyzed including problem-solving, theory and practice, end-of-life decision making, etc. Extensive use of case discussion and analysis will help to develop participants' ethical problem-solving skills.

This course provides an overview of justice and health care with a special emphasis upon the developing world by examining prevailing theoretical frameworks and how justice is played out in various health care systems.

This course prepares students to identify biomedical ethical issues in settings such as long-term care, rehabilitation care, dentistry, and alternative medicine, and to develop moral frameworks for addressing these issues.

This course serves as an introduction to biomedical ethics and the law and will introduce the history of bioethics and the US legal system by surveying a number of seminal legal cases.

This interactive seminar will explore the responsible conduct of science with a focus on ethical issues in clinical research involving human participants. We will review federal research policies related to investigator responsibilities and institutional review board (IRB) function.

This course provides an overview of important ethical theories in bioethics. We will mainly examine major works in the field by leading bioethics scholars to become better familiar with different approaches in the field.

This course will review the theoretical work on social science (anthropology, sociology) and moral reasoning as it pertains to the discipline of bioethics, its philosophical roots, and the body of social science works in bioethics.

This course will provide an introduction to genetic ethics and a survey of topics that constitute the professional and popular literature in the field. Topics to be considered include, but are not limited to, gene patenting, human cloning, and race and genetics.

This course is a thematic exploration of religion and bioethics with a specific concentration on its implications at the end of life.

This is a two-month course of online learning (June-July) including a 3-day on-campus intensive experience for students including didactic sessions and ethics consultation skills development.

The course introduces current ethical issues in public health research, practice, and policy. Public health frameworks and approaches will be used to explore prevention, social justice, and health equity.

This course examines ethical issues in health care from the vantage point of decision makers who shape the system, e.g., physicians within a group practice, administrators within a health system, or advocates within a community.

This course seeks to situate and examine the emergence and development of the field of bioethics within the history of medicine and the ethical concerns embodied in medicine¿s practice.

This course provides an introduction to Catholic moral theology through a historical review of its development and a consideration of key documents, events, arguments and concepts beginning with the scriptural witness of Christ and concluding with the moral teaching of John Paul II as it bears upon contemporary Catholic moral theology.

This course offers a topical survey of bioethical issues pertinent to clinical practice in the Catholic context. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops' document, Ethical and Religious directives for Catholic Health Care Services, 5th Edition, serves as the guiding document of the course. Topics and concepts considered include abortion, contraception, sterilization, nutrition and hydration, withdrawal of life support, care of the dying, cooperation, conscience, human dignity and personhood.

This course involves an historical study of the development of the body of official Catholic Social Teaching (CST) specific to its impact on healthcare delivery in the United States. Current developments in select key social issues and movements are also addressed insofar as those issues and movements influenced healthcare delivery. The pastoral letters of the U.S. Bishops, especially their teachings on healthcare reform, also receive attention. The interface between religious faith and public policy debates is a constant concern throughout the course. Practical strategies for fostering a social justice consciousness in healthcare settings are also considered.

This course will consider a major theoretical framework in bioethics that has emerged as a serious alternative to principle-based bioethics. In this course, students will gain an understanding of what narrative bioethics is, read theoretical texts related to narrative ethics, and also read a variety of narratives that relate to medicine and health care (stories, films, etc). The role of narrative in the ethics consultation process will also be explored.

This course introduces the frameworks and practice of health equity as it pertains to the field of bioethics. The tools and materials help students more effectively incorporate health equity into all aspects of their work. Topics include: community health, multi-sector community engagement, and innovative approaches to clinical and community work to improve populations health.

This course examines the theory, role, and elements of leadership that effectively serve non-profit healthcare systems. In particular, the nature of leadership is examined. Questions of leadership style and theories of what constitutes effective leadership are considered.

This class will explore the historical relationship between law and bioethics and examine how law and bioethics come together or may be at odds. Recognize/discuss changing nature of physician-patient relationship, continuing evolution of informed consent, intersection of commerce and science, changing definition of death, growing complexity of reproduction.

The goal of the clinical ethics practicum is to provide doctoral students on the clinical ethics track the opportunity to use knowledge and skills acquired in the academic program in a clinical setting (e.g. community hospital or academic medical center), under the direction of a preceptor at that setting.

The practicum will enable the student to work on a project which translates both general and discipline-specific information into organizational ethics or public health practice. Students must demonstrate the capacity to utilize knowledge and make evidence-based decisions regarding these topics, and exhibit leadership, creativity, and the ability to work well with others.

This course is an opportunity for doctoral students in our program to further develop a paper from their practicum experience and/or another course and revise it into a manuscript of publishable quality.

This course is an opportunity for doctoral students in our program to further develop a paper from their practicum experience and/or another course and revise it into a manuscript of publishable quality.

Provides an overview of empirical research in the increasingly interdisciplinary field of bioethics. Will examine the relationship between empirical data and normative claims and potential pitfalls that may arise when using information about what (is) to determine what (ought) to be done.

This course in will explore the roots of Ignatian Spirituality as presented in the Spiritual Exercise and other writings of Ignatius Loyola and the early Jesuits. From this historical starting point, the course will shift to explore key themes that have emerged from this spiritual tradition as it relates to medicine, paying special attention to the Spiritual Exercises.

This course will review and critically examine the professional codes of ethics of a variety of health-related professions: medicine, nursing, dentistry, social work, chaplaincy, risk management, and allied health. We will examine the growth of professionalism as a movement and answer questions related to this topic.

Writing skills are an essential form of communication not only between the instructor and students but also among and between the students themselves. Topics covered: Academic Integrity; Grammar; Resource Development/Citation; Clarity/Formality; Development of a Thesis and Writing of a Thesis Statement; Organization and Outlining; Critical Thinking/ Analysis/Reasoning; and Development of a Conclusion.

This course will introduce ethical topics in the areas of pediatric medicine and research. Topics to be addressed may include decision making, neonatal issues, teens and decisional authority, research with minors.

Two-month blended course of online learning and two-day intensive experience on Health Sciences Campus in Maywood. Course provides an opportunity for advanced graduate students to improve and refine clinical ethics skills. Participants will practice consultation skills, evaluate performance of others, and receive feedback from faculty reviewers.

This course will focus on unique ethical issues that arise in research with special populations. Included but not limited to children; women, fetuses, and embryos; prisoners; indigenous and racial/ethnic minority communities; healthy volunteers. Research in emergency and international settings as well as research at the end-of-life will be discussed.

This course will survey major topics in global bioethics. Students will be introduced to global bioethics frameworks, practices, and governance bodies in order to place bioethical problems in a global context. Attention will be given to how the global realities of health disparities and neoliberal economic policies impact bioethical questions. Guest lecturers will share experiences working in clinical ethics, public health, social justice, health care policy, and research across the globe.

This 2 week on-campus course provides an opportunity for advanced bioethics doctoral students in the clinical ethics concentration to refine their clinical ethics skills to a mastery level. Students will participate in simulated ethics consultations, practice communication and interpersonal skills and receive feedback on their performance. With access to LUHS, students will participate in clinical rounds, case discussions, and active ethics consultations and debriefing sessions. This course will require students to reach a predefined mastery level of skill in simulated ethics case consultations using the Assessing Clinical Ethics Skills (ACES) evaluation tool. They will also be required to write chart notes for ethics consultations.

According to the CDC, "Oral health affects our ability to speak, smile, eat, and show emotions. It also affects self-esteem, school performance, and attendance at work and school. Oral diseases - which range from cavities to gum disease to oral cancer - cause pain and disability for millions of Americans." As with other areas of healthcare, ethical issues arise in oral health. Issues to be addressed in this course will include access to care, confidentiality, professional obligations of dentists, informed consent, treatment planning, and the importance of oral health to overall health and well-being.

This course will provide students with a broad introduction to the history and role of mission leadership in Catholic health care and will introduce students to the five main competency areas: theology/ministry, spirituality, ethics, organizational management/finance, and leadership. Guest faculty lecturers will share experiences working in mission integration in Catholic health care.

This course will provide students with a broad introduction to the history and role of mission leadership in Catholic health care and will introduce students to the five main competency areas: theology/ministry, spirituality, ethics, organizational management/finance, and leadership. Guest faculty lecturers will share experiences working in mission integration in Catholic health care.

In the 21st century the Church is a concept best understood within a global context. We will explore the biblical and apostolic concept of Church progressing through Vatican II. We will also examine the four marks of the Church from both historical and contemporary perspectives.

This course surveys the historical evolution of Christian doctrine and its theological interpretations from the early church through the 21st century. It assists students in understanding how theological doctrines apply to contemporary ministry contexts, particularly the work of Catholic health care. The course explores the early Christological controversies, the Trinity, Grace, liberationist theologies, and the role of dialogue as a fundamental feature of the development of doctrine.

Christian spirituality (the 'lived experience of Christian faith') is a separate but partnered academic field with theology today. Key issues are: defining 'spirituality', methods in the field, spirituality vs. institutional religion, Jesus Christ (christology), major figures and movements in Christian spirituality's 2000 year history, and classical and contemporary themes.

This course explores the spirituality, theology, and practice of the major religious traditions. You will encounter other faith traditions by entering into their sacred prayer and worship experiences and learning from practitioners of that tradition how they encounter the sacred in their own lives.

The course is structured around a framework that links strategic management with health care outcomes for today and tomorrow. Areas covered include: leadership, team building, planning, customers, markets, information and analysis, communication skills, conflict resolution, resource management, budgeting and organizational performance.

The course explores the relationship between the national economic environment and the financial context for current models of health care delivery. A variety of fiscal concepts and techniques such as cost accounting, cost behavior, budgeting, cost benefit/cost effectiveness analysis, cost-volume-profit analysis, cost variance analysis, and performance budgeting are explored.

The Integrated Seminars in Ethics, Theology and Healthcare (ISETH) are the core of the Doctorate in Healthcare Mission Leadership (D.HMCL) degree program. Students in the DHCML program are required to complete three of these seminars, which will be offered every Fall and Spring term with variable topics, as part of their degree program. These courses will be primarily theoretical and methodological in focus, rather than practical.

This course explores the theology, traditions, and current practices foundational for understanding and achieving formation as an essential offering of Catholic health care ministries. By examining a Face to Face Online Hybrid (greater than 75% online) Blended (30%-70% online) variety of methods and models of formation programs of Catholic healthcare in the United States, students will cultivate personal practices that enhance their ability to design and operationalize experiences for persons in various roles within the ministries they serve - from new associate orientation to senior leadership.

This two-month course explores the theology, traditions, and practical applications of canon law in the context of Catholic health care. The course will provide an overview of canon law, the emerging theology of sponsorship and ministerial juridic persons, and review a variety of models of church relations current in contemporary Catholic health care.

Scientists must communicate their work in numerous venues, from giving oral presentations in seminars and conferences to writing papers and grant proposals. This course is designed to train students in the design and delivery of effective oral presentations, a skill that can be readily adapted to serve as a starting point for written communications.

Research rotation course for first year students in the Integrated Program in Biomedical Sciences.

Following completion of the required 48 credit hours in the first 2 years, IPBS PhD students maintain registration via BMSC 600.

CMO 499 is designed to give credit for laboratory research efforts that will result in a M.S. thesis. Students will learn theoretical and laboratory technical tools to investigate and test a hypothesis. Students will search the literature for background, rationale, and protocols for their research project. Students will communicate results and knowledge through written and oral communications.

A seminar will be held on a rotating basis once per week. CMO M.S. students will be required to attend seminars as part of the CMO 502 course. This course is designed to help students stay abreast of current topics in oncology. Students will attend weekly seminars, and are encouraged to interact with both invited and current faculty speakers by asking questions and contributing to group discussions. Upon completion of this course CMO 502, students will have gained a better understanding of current oncology research. Restricted to students enrolled in CMO MS program

CMO 503 will be a new journal club course-discussing and analyzing papers from presenters in CMO 502 Seminar Series one week in advance of their seminar. CMO 503 and CMO 502 will be aligned to expose students to oncology-focused scientists presenting a seminar the following week. Students will read an article by the seminar speaker, participate in discussion sessions, and ask questions during the seminars. Restricted to students enrolled in CMO MS program

Thesis supervision course for CMO MS students who have completed the required credit hours.

This course will cover the fundamental physical principles that are used in mass spectroscopy, with a primary focus on basic electricity and magnetism theory. This course will not be calculus based.

This course will cover the fundamentals of separating biological agents in solution for analysis by mass spectrometry.

This course will introduce the mass spectrometry instrumentation that is utilized in clinical, pharma, and academia, including HPLC and other sample preparation instrumentation.

This course will cover the governing principles of analyzing proteomics data, with a special emphasis on data derived from mass spectrometry (MS). Computational methods and tutorials will complement the theoretical material.

This course will cover fundamental concepts about the criteria for something to qualify as a biomarker and how they are analyzed by mass spectrometry from a variety of biological fluids and/or tissues. We will also discuss the broader uses of mass spectrometry in a clinical or hospital setting.

This course will cover advanced MS approaches to address specialized needs. These approaches will frequently require specific instrumentation, and bioinformatics approaches, but sometimes only involve changes to sample preparation and interpretation.

This course will be a hands-on intensive laboratory rotation. Students will learn how to prepare samples that are "mass spec ready" from a variety of liquid and solid tissue biological samples. Students will learn quality control parameters and will produce high quality samples for use in the HPLC and mass spectrometer.

This course will be a hands-on intensive laboratory rotation. Students will learn how to perform normal LC-mass spectrometer general upkeep including HPLC setup, mass spectrometer calibration, quality control, etc. Students will then learn the process of running mass spectrometers for two types of approaches: discovery and targeted mode.

During the course students will develop a written research proposal using mass spectrometry as the primary experimental approach to test their hypotheses. Students can choose from any relevant topic of interest such as the analysis of clinical biomarkers in disease, environmental endocrine disruptors, industrial pollutants, waste water contamination, etc. The topic must be approved by the student's advisor in advance.

During the course students will develop a written research proposal using mass spectrometry as the primary experimental approach to test their hypotheses. Students can choose from any relevant topic of interest such as the analysis of clinical biomarkers in disease, environmental endocrine disruptors, industrial pollutants, waste water contamination, etc. The topic must be approved by the student's advisor in advance.

IDIM 400 integrates basic knowledge of infectious microorganisms with an understanding of innate and adaptive immune systems that react against them. Following a review of infections caused by specific infectious organisms, IDIM 400 will focus on specific aspects of immune systems and how they interact to remove these infectious microorganisms.

IDIM 401 integrates a basic science understanding of microorganisms with an understanding of their role in human health. Following a review of bacterial physiology and gene expression, the focus will be on bacterial disease, including basic strategies used to cause disease and details of pathogenesis by medically important bacterial pathogens.

The Parasitology and Virology course IDIM 403 is designed to describe infections caused by microorganisms and animal diseases transmissible to man, with a primary focus on parasites and viruses. We will emphasize the pathophysiology of these diseases in humans of various ages. This course will promote an understanding of how the properties of certain infectious agents can in some cases avoid an adequate immune response.

Scientists must communicate their work in numerous venues, from giving oral presentations in seminars and conferences to writing papers and grant proposals. This course is designed to train students in the design and delivery of effective oral presentations, a skill that can be readily adapted to serve as a starting point for written communications.

IDIM 501 is designed to help students stay abreast of current topics in infectious disease and immunology. Students will attend weekly seminars and are encouraged to interact with invited seminar speakers by asking questions and contributing to group discussions. Upon completion students will have enhanced their understanding of current research.

IDIM is designed to immerse students in current literature, with new topics chosen each year. Students will read the primary literature and participate in discussion sessions. The course will enhance the ability of the student to critically read and interpret scientific literature in infectious disease and immunology.

A major component of the M.S. degree in Infectious Disease and Immunology is the successful completion of a research project integrating basic and clinical science. This course is similar to IDIM 492, except that students are expected to perform at an advanced level in all aspects.

Microbes & Hosts conveys important concepts in bacteriology, virology and immunology as well as the interactions of microbes with host organisms. Through a combination of didactic lectures and group discussions, students will come to appreciate fundamental processes which influence microbe-host interactions.

This course is an introduction to fundamental concepts in microbiology

This course is an introduction to the concepts of host immunity and defense.

This is a survey course that examines animal viruses and their interactions with host cells.

The medical immunology course provides an in depth description of the components of the innate and adaptive immune system and how they interact to protect humans against infectious microorganisms. The course will have two 3 hour sessions per week for 8 weeks as well as 2 written exams.

This course is an introduction to the theory of techniques used for research in microbiology and immunology.

The course will cover molecular biology and biochemistry of virus infections. Current understanding of virus-cell entry, replication, and assembly will be prominent themes. Course will include lectures on viral evolution, ecology, pathogenesis and viral immunology. The interactive course will include lectures, review of current virology literature, and student-led presentations.

This is an advanced immunology course that emphasizes structural concepts in immunology. Review and discussion of current literature exemplifies concepts presented in lecture.

This is an advanced immunology course that examines the cellular and molecular basis of the immune response.

This is an advanced molecular immunology course with emphasis on proteins, genes and molecular interactions within the B-lymphocyte compartment of the immune system. Course includes critical evaluation of recent literature.

This is an advanced course that presents the principles and application of light and electron microscopes for the study of cell structure and function.

This course introduces advanced students to the importance of genetics to a wide range of biological problems.

This course is an advanced course that provides a detailed analysis of molecular events that result in the tumorigenic transformation of eukaryotic cells.

This course provides opportunities for students to hear about cutting-edge research being conducted nationally and internationally.

This course is covers a specific topic in microbiology, immunology or virology.

This course is a paper-driven course in which papers of current interest are read and discussed.

This course allows the student to pursue a research topic under the mentorship of a faculty advisor.

This course allows the student to pursue a research topic under the mentorship of a faculty advisor. They will defend their results in a public forum.

This course will review current knowledge of the morphological, biophysical and biochemical properties of neurons. Fundamental neuronal network processes such as stimulus transduction, neuronal plasticity, information processing, and learning and memory will be reviewed.

This course consists in serving as a Teaching Assistant in the medical Neuroscience course labs and proctoring the medical neuroscience course exams. It also includes a weekly pre-lab meeting in which the material for that week's lab is discussed.

This course discusses the brain's role in sensory perception, higher perceptual functions, attention, learning and memory, executive function, and emotion. It consists of weekly lectures given by the professor or by one or two students.

Restricted to Graduate level students. This course explores a wide spectrum of neuroscience-related topics, and the subject matter will vary with each offering.

One hour weekly course during which all students in the Neuroscience Graduate Program meet to discuss and critically evaluate recent, high impact journal articles covering varied neuroscience topics under the direction of two faculty mentors with neuroscience expertise.

In both the fall and spring this course includes monthly Neuroscience seminar presentations by internal and external speakers. In the fall, the course also includes weekly journal club presentations by the graduate students: in the spring the course also includes weekly research progress reports by the graduate students.

This course introduces the process of drug discovery, and students will explore the theoretical and practical aspects of the entire process from concept to clinical trials. Topics include selection, design and use of disease models, current methods and strategies of drug target identification, lead molecule identification, the clinical trial process and pre- and post-market safety.

The course focus is on understanding contemporary research in the pathophysiology of major human diseases and in the development of respective therapeutic treatment strategies. Emphasis will be on cutting edge studies in molecular medicine, including topics in cardiology, endocrinology, oncology, inflammatory diseases and in the neurosciences. There are no prerequisites, but students should have a solid understanding of cell and molecular biology, biochemistry and systems physiology.

This course is open to all Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., and M.S. students. Students will gain a theoretical and practical understanding of how extracellular signals are transduced through receptors into metabolic events. It is designed for second year PhD students who have completed the Biomedical Sciences core curriculum. The format is one lecture followed by one research paper discussion for each topic. Students will also gain in-depth knowledge of the signal transduction topics covered in the course.

This advanced graduate level course will cover an up-to-date overview of topics directly relevant to pharmacovigilance, pharmacoepidemiology, and the factors that play a role in success or failure of approved therapeutic agents.

This advanced graduate level course will provide an up-to-date and in-depth understanding of pharmacovigilance in the context of modern pharmaceutical drug development and pharmacology. Pharmacovigilance is the pharmacological science relating to the detection, collection, assessment, monitoring, and prevention of adverse effects associated with pharmaceutical products. Enrollment Condition: Drug Discovery (PHAR 407), recommended but not required Students will be able to identify and describe the regulatory environment and product safety as it pertains to the collection, assessment, reporting and analysis of adverse events.

This course integrates the contents of two sections of the medical school (M1) course Function of the Human Body course (PIO L301); with additional meetings to present discuss papers at graduate level (2 paper presentations per graduate student). In the Fall semester, students will review cell physiology and autonomic neuroscience, and will learn cardiovascular and renal physiology in depth. The course topics will include introductory cell & neurophysiology, skeletal and smooth muscle, cardiac electrophysiology, EKG, cardiac muscle mechanics, circulation, special circulations, and renal physiology. In the Spring semester, students will learn pulmonary, acid-base balance, gastrointestinal, endocrine, and reproductive physiology. Instructor Consent Required.

The major goal of the Cellular Physiology course is to define the molecular and cellular basis of systems Physiology and Pathophysiology. The course consists in distinct sessions of teaching, problem solving, and reviews.

This course will present the basic concepts and principles of human physiology. The course topics will include: introductory cell & neurophysiology, skeletal and smooth muscle, cardiac electrophysiology, EKG, cardiac muscle mechanics, circulation, special circulations and pulmonary physiology. The format will be lectures, simulations, small group problem sessions and scheduled reviews. Small group problem sessions will be held after each subject area and will focus on clinical application and integration of conceptual information presented in lectures. Small group sessions and reviews also will provide the student with the opportunity to obtain clarification from instructors of any outstanding questions and are designed to encourage active learning, as well as develop critical thinking and problem solving skills. Students will be evaluated by multiple choice and essay exams given after each of the 5 major topic areas. Course material will be geared toward non-thesis Masters students. Given that physiology is the basis of medicine, this course will prepare students with the basic science knowledge to successfully continue their professional development in future biomedical programs.

Enrollment limited to Masters of Science in Physiology students. This course presents the basic concepts and principles of human physiology. The course will be presented over one semester and the topics include: renal, acid-base balance, gastrointestinal, endocrine, and reproductive physiology. The format will be lectures, small group problem sessions and scheduled reviews.

Biochemical Physiology will give students knowledge of foundational processes that dictate cellular physiologic processes. Topics include the structure and properties of nucleic acids, amino acids, protein structure and folding, enzyme kinetics, metabolic pathways and intracellular signal transduction. The course will present the biochemical physiology.

The focus of this special topics course is on the unique physiological changes that occur with aging. Didactic instruction will be supplemented with readings from current primary literature in the field. Students will be responsible for reading and presenting articles for group discussion.

Enrollment limited to Masters of Science in Physiology students. This course will provide students with the basic concepts and facts of human gross anatomy as they related to physiology and function. Specific sections include the musculo-skeletal components of the extremities, trunk and head, the peripheral nervous system to include both the somatic and autonomic systems, the cardiovascular system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system and reproductive system. Each system will integrate embryology, radiology and basic clinical applications.

This course imparts the basic concepts and fundamentals of Neurophysiology, with emphasis on concepts relevant to human neuroscience. Students will learn Neurophysiology fundamentals at the cellular, structural and physiological levels of various complex systems in the brain, with specific discussion of clinical correlates of Pathophysiological conditions.

Restricted to students in the Masters of Science in Physiology program. This course presents the basic concepts and principles of human pathophysiology. The course will be presented over one semester and the topics include: clinical evaluation of cardiac structure and function followed by a review of the major disorders of cardiovascular function.

Must be enrolled in the MSP program. Professional Development will meet once/month throughout the one-year MSP program. Students will receive information about the options available for a career in the health sciences and will enhance their professional portfolio by participating in a variety of workshops designed to better equip them for a health science career.

Professional Development will meet and have self-directed study time throughout the spring semester of the MSMP program. Students will receive bi-weekly, specific individualized one-on-one mentoring from their academic advisors and also meet with the course director for specific lectures on their AMCAS and AACOMAS applications for medical and DO schools. Students will continue to enhance their knowledge of the admissions process by having general lectures and individual sessions discussing their motivation, enhancing their self-awareness, writing their personal statements, their selection of appropriate medical schools, selection of activities (community and medical volunteering, health care exposure (shadowing, scribing, etc.), research for their application, overall discussions on writing their secondary statements, choice of letters of recommendation, etc. MSMP students only.