Events hosted by other organizations are listed for your information only and do not represent an endorsement by Brown or the Health Careers Advising office.

August to September. Columbia University Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Information Sessions

These virtual sessions provide prospective students who are interested in pursuing a physical therapy career to attend a virtual open house. Information on the curriculum including the required foundational and personalized elective components, admission criteria, and helpful hints on applying to PT school is provided. To find specific days and time and to register please visit Columbia’s DPT website. 

August through September. Columbia Narrative Medicine Virtual Group Sessions

Narrative Medicine Facilitators from Columbia will offer virtual versions of traditional narrative medicine group work live, via Zoom, in English, Italian, Greek, Spanish, and Polish. Registration links for each of the sessions can be found on their blog. 

August 24. Navigating Graduate Student Loans for Pharmacy School

This session will provide an overview of both federal and private education loan options available to pharmacy students after July 1, 2026. Attendees will learn about borrowing limits, application processes, key differences in loan terms and borrower benefits, and important timelines to consider before starting their program. Register using the Zoom form. 

September 10. AACP's Fall Virtual Pharmacy School Fair

Discover unique careers in pharmacy, connect directly with decision-makers at schools and colleges of pharmacy, and explore financial and career resources. Registration is free. Please fill out their Zoom registration form to attend.

September 14-15. The 4th Annual Career Fair in Neuroscience & Society 

Network with experts and practitioners in neuroscience and society and learn how you can get involved and pursue careers in these fields. Register using the Zoom form.

September 26. 2026 APSA Mid-Atlantic Regional Meeting

This meeting is a regional platform for medical students navigating clinical research, graduate trainees in bench science, and undergraduates aiming for a dual-degree path to connect. Register on their website. If you have questions, you can contact the local organizing committee by emailing apsarowansom@gmail.com.

October 23-25. Narrative Medicine Foundations

This is a save the date for an in-person workshop at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. This workshop will provide an immersive introductory experience to the methods and skills of narrative medicine. Participants will experience live plenary presentations and engage with faculty and each other for small group work. Registration information will be announced soon. For any immediate questions, please email Program Manager Aly Tadros at at4030@cumc.columbia.edu.

October 31. Discover Larner - Connecticut

Meet the Admissions team and connect with current students from Larner College of Medicine while touring their Connecticut Clinical Campus. More details and registration information coming soon. 

November 6-7. Future of Aging Summit

Changemakers in Aging and the Gerontological Society of America will host a Future of Aging Summit at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, MD. The summit will convene students, young professionals, researchers, and cross-sector leaders committed to shaping the future of aging. The Summit creates a space for emerging leaders to engage with aging through an interdisciplinary lens. Register via their Google form.

Disclaimer: The listings here are provided as a benefit and a resource to students. Brown does not endorse or promote any particular third party entity’s program. The linked opportunities will take you to the third party provider’s website where you can obtain information about the specific program or opportunity. You can then determine on your own whether you are eligible and interested in applying or participating.

Updated 08/11/26

Become a founding member for a Brown University chapter of Hearts for the Homeless International. Complete a new chapter application via this Google form, or email Dylan Payne at dylan@h4hinternational.org to learn more.

Apply for a Nunchi Health Fellowship. Learn more and register on the nunchi website.

Volunteer for the YOUTH H.E.A.R.T. Project. Please complete this google form if you are interested in volunteering. 

UQ-Ochsner is now accepting applications for the January 2027 Intake. Apply on their website.

Mayo Clinic Undergraduate Plummer Scholars AY Program. Apply on their website.

Clinical and Volunteer Hour Opportunity for Fluent Spanish Speakers - RI Free Clinic. View this flyer to learn more. Visit the RI Free Clinic website to complete an application. Email questions to volunteers@rifreeclinic.org.

Medical Assistant/Research Assistant (Gap Year) opportunity with Plancher Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine. Review this PDF for more information.

Columbia University’s New Master of Science in Health Economics & Policy program. View this flyer to learn more. Additional information can be found on their website.