Throughout the academic year, a variety of meetings will be scheduled for students interested in the health professions. All Villanova students are invited to attend these sessions to learn more about the various health professions and about admission to the health professions programs. Speakers will include admissions representatives as well as Villanova graduates who are in local health professions programs. Come to learn how to be the best candidate you can be. This list will change often; check frequently to stay informed of the speakers and their topics.
| Date | Event | Time & Location |
| Monday April 22 |
Marty Eastlack, Ph.D., PT, Director of Physical Therapy Admissions, Arcadia University | 4:00 Mendel 154 |
| Tuesday April 9 |
Pedro Flores, Enrollment Counselor, Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara (UAG) School of Medicine | 4:00 Mendel 115 |
| Monday April 8 |
Germyce Harris, Admissions Counselor, Temple School of Medicine, Understanding the Keys to a Successful Medical School Application | 4:00 Mendel 154 |
| Monday March 25 |
Lili Young, Assistant Director of Admissions, New York College of Podiatric Medicine | 4:00 Mendel 154 |
| Monday March 18 |
Kristen Brown, Admissions Coordinator, The Commonwealth Medical College | 4:00 Mendel 154 |
| Monday March 11 |
Paula Watkins, Director of Enrollment Services, UMDNJ School of Osteopathic Medicine | 4:00 Mendel 154 |
| Monday February 25 |
HMC Joseph Rawson, U.S. Navy, Medical Programs Representative | 4:00 Mendel 154 |
| Monday February 18 |
Dr. Louise Russo, Information sessions for Juniors and Seniors on application process for PT, OT, PA, Optometry, Veterinary, Pharmacy, Naturopathic | 6:00 Mendel 154 |
| Monday February 11 |
Rob Simmons, Program Director, Master of Public Health at Jefferson | 4:00 Mendel 154 |
| Thursday February 7 | Dr. Jeremy Keenan, Alumni, his experiences abroad in Global Health in Action - Info on Study Abroad in Health Sciences | 5:00 Driscoll 134 |
| Tuesday February 5 |
Dr. Louise Russo, Information session for Juniors and Seniors on the medical and dental school application process | 7:30 Mendel 115 |
| Monday January 28 |
Dr. Louise Russo, Information session for Juniors and seniors on the medical and dental school application process | 7:00 Mendel 154 |
| Wednesday December 5 |
University of the Sciences in Philadelphia - Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistant (2013) Aimee Viggiani, Associate Director of Transfer/Professional Admissions |
3:00 Mendel 115 |
| Monday December 3 |
St. George's School of Medicine Kristen Viola, Assistant Director of Admissions |
6:00 Mendel 154 |
| Wednesday November 28 |
Temple School of Podiatric Medicine David Martin, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs |
3:00 Mendel 115 |
| Monday November 26 |
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Debbie Bisbee, Admissions Recruiter |
6:00 Mendel 154 |
| Wednesday November 14 |
Jefferson School of Health Professions - Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy Individual appointment beginning at 12:30 by sign up |
3:00 Mendel 115 |
| Wednesday November 7 |
Salus University - Optometry, Physician Assistant, Public Health, Audiology, Visually Impaired Monica Maisto, Associate Director of Admissions |
3:00 Mendel 115 |
| Monday November 5 |
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Physician Assistant Program Kevin A. Zajac, Assistant Director of Admissions |
6:00 Mendel 154 |
| Monday October 29 |
UMDNJ School of Osteopathic Medicine Paula Watkins, Director of Enrollment Services |
3:00 Mendel 115 |
| Wednesday October 24 |
Pre-med Club Fall Meet and Greet | 7:30 Garey Cafe |
| Wednesday October 24 |
Simmons College School of Nursing and Health Sciences, Masters in Nutrition, Physical Therapy Carmen Fortin, Assistant Dean/Director of Admissions |
3:00 Mendel 115 |
| Tuesday October 23 |
Thomas Jefferson School of Medicine Dr. Elizabeth Brooks, Director of Admissions |
3:00 Mendel 101 |
| Monday October 22 |
Drexel University School of Public Health Colleen Baillie, Director of Enrollment, Recruitment and Retention |
6:00 Mendel 154 |
| Wednesday October 10 |
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine including joint degree and biomedical science programs Jonathan Cox, Assistant Director of Admissions |
3:00 Mendel 115 |
| Monday October 1 |
Did you know that there will be an entirely new MCAT exam unveiled in Spring 2015? All Freshman and Sophomores (who may not be applying until senior year) should attend this presentation by Dr. Louise Russo, the Health Professions Advisor. There will be vital information discussed on how to prepare for the exam. |
6:00 Mendel 154 |
| Wednesday September 26 |
Temple University School of Dental Medicine Brian Hahn, Recruitment Coordinator |
3:00 Mendel 115 |
| Monday September 24 |
Drexel University Physician Assistant Program Adrian Banning, Clinical Instructor & Pathways to Health Professions |
6:00 Mendel 154 |
| Thursday September 20 |
Work Study Program open to JUNIORS interested in ANY health career Dr. Leonard Checchio, Bryn Mawr Hospital Emergency Department |
7:00 Mendel 154 |
| Wednesday September 19 |
Health Professions in the Army and scholarship, stipend and tuition reimbursement SSG Danilo Domingo |
3:00 Mendel 115 |
| Monday September 17 |
Are you a Freshman or Sophomores planning a career in a health profession? Course Requirements...Volunteer Activities...Unsure which career is right for you...Dr. Louise Russo, Villanova Health Professions Advisor, will guide you in the right direction.
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6:00 Mendel 154 |
