Events and Opportunities
Our Events
External Events
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.
September 22. Preparing and Strengthening Your NursingCAS Application
A representative from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) will provide a detailed overview of the NursingCAS application, guidance on requesting fee waivers and submitting transcripts and coursework, tips for avoiding common mistakes, and additional resources available for NursingCAS applicants. Complete this form to register.
September 22. Shadow Abroad Application Accelerator Webinar
Shadow Abroad is hosting a free virtual workshop to help students understand the medical school application process, the Shadow Abroad program, and what they can be doing now to prepare. Learn more on their website.
September 23. Designing Your Premed Journey with Resources from the AAMC
In this webinar, a representative from AAMC will discuss financing a medical education, preparing for exams, and applying to medical school as well as the different programs and resources AAMC offers. Register on the AAMC website.
September 26 or Saturday, November 7. UNE’s Graduate Open House
Attendees will have the opportunity to explore University of New England’s graduate programs, meet faculty and current students, and tour the learning spaces. Learn more and register on their website.
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 3. IHA’s National Pre-Med Health Literacy Conference
This conference is a free, student-led virtual event designed to introduce undergraduate pre-health students to the foundations of health literacy, practical patient communication strategies, and actionable ways to integrate health literacy into medical education. Learn more and register via their website.
October 14. ASCO Optometry Virtual Fair
The Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry is hosting this live virtual fair. Meet with representatives from schools and colleges of Optometry. Free for all prospective students. Visit their CareerEco webpage to see the list of attending institutions and register.
October 17. Pre-Health Conference at UC Davis
UC Davis will host its 24th annual Pre-Health Conference. This conference connects students and college graduates with health professional school admissions staff and faculty. Attendees can explore various health disciplines—including medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, and physical therapy—through interactive workshops and a pre-health fair featuring over 200 exhibitors. Group Registration is available.
October 23-25. Embodiment and Attention: Narrative Medicine Fundamentals
This Columbia University Irving Medical Center 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. Learn more and register on their website.
October 24. 6th annual Future Leaders in Surgery Symposium (FLXS)
This is a national virtual symposium series offering undergraduate students the opportunity to explore the fields of orthopaedic surgery, general surgery, neurosurgery, and otolaryngology. Complete their interest form to sign up or apply to attend in person.
October 27-28. AAMC Virtual Medical School Fair
Connect with medical school admissions representatives across the U.S. Learn more about their programs and ask about their admission requirements, interview formats, and financial aid. Visit their website to learn more and register.
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.
November 14-15. Southeastern Medical Scientist Symposium
Aspiring and current physician-scientists are invited to join for a weekend of scientific exchange, professional development, mentorship, and community. Visit their website to learn more or send them an email with any questions.
Opportunities
Updated 09/22/26
Join the Pulse & Presence Project
Do you need free clinical hours and hands-on experience? Join Pulse & Presence Project (P3)!
Pulse & Presence Project is a student-led organization that provides free, non-diagnostic health screenings and education to underserved communities throughout Providence. Since launching, P3 has screened more than 450 community members across 16 partner sites and trained over 70 Brown students. Volunteers gain hands-on experience measuring blood pressure, blood glucose, oxygen saturation, and vision while helping connect community members with local health resources.
New volunteer training sessions are taking place this week. Students only need to attend one session:
- Monday, September 21, 7:00–8:00 pm in Barus & Holley 141
- Wednesday, September 23, 7:00–8:00 pm in Barus & Holley 153
- Friday, September 25, 7:00–8:00 pm in Barus & Holley 141
Students can join our Slack and email list through the link in our Instagram bio at @pulsepresenceproject and learn more at pulsepresenceproject.com.
Hatch Tutor Volunteer Opportunity. Students interested in applying can complete the online application. You can learn more about Hatch Tutors on their website.
Join the Bridging the Gap (BTG) Data Analysis Team. Interested students can learn more and apply through their interest form.
APSA Pre-Medical Mentorship Program. Learn more and apply on the APSA website.
Oral Health Sciences Master’s (OHS MS) Program at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. Sign up to join an info session or visit the UMich website to learn more.
The Program to Advance Physician Scientists and Translational Research (PAPSTR) at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus has a Post-Baccalaureate to Medicine and Research (B2MR). Additional information regarding the B2MR program can be found on the CU Anschutz website.
Georgetown University’s MS in Physiology Program. Learn more at one of their upcoming virtual information sessions:
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.
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