Greetings ▪ Fall 2028 medical/dental school matriculation ▪ Our fall appointment schedules ▪ Upcoming events
Greetings
Hello everyone,
We hope you are doing well as the second week of courses comes to an end. This is such a busy and exciting – and also maybe overwhelming – time for everyone. Each new school year is a new opportunity to learn something about ourselves and other people. That is very much true for us, as we meet with returning students and have the distinct pleasure of getting to know new students in our small group advising sessions. Each conversation with you is an opportunity to learn from you, which is a joy and a privilege for us.
As we mentioned in our last newsletter, you can now read the newsletter on the Loeb Center’s website here as well. You may also have noticed that our newsletter is now called something new: “News from Health Professions.” Please rest assured that while the subject line has changed and the format is a little different, you will find the same information about events, jobs, internships, and other important news for our pre-health community that we hope is helpful to you.
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Fall 2028 medical/dental school matriculation
Are you planning on applying to matriculate at medical/dental school in Fall 2028? Do you know of friends or classmates who plan to? Help us spread the word: the application process for Fall 2028 begins this fall!
Please email Dean Aronson and Becca if you haven’t already to get your name on the prospective 2028M email list.
All prospective applicants in the 2028 application cycle are required to attend two mandatory applicant meetings this fall.
- September 16, 7 – 8:30 PM EST
- October 14, 7 – 8:30 PM EST
Both meetings will be held over Zoom to accommodate the many alumni who plan to apply.
Please note: these are not general information sessions; these are meetings designed for only those people who are seriously considering applying in the 2028M cycle.
Attendance at both meetings is required. You must notify Dean Aronson and Becca ahead of time if you are unable to attend one or both of these two meetings – those who are not in attendance and who did not make accommodations ahead of time will be unable to apply for 2028 matriculation through Amherst’s Health Professions Committee.
Given the focus of September’s meeting, which we hope will provide more clarity on how to decide whether to apply now or not, we will wait to meet one-on-one with prospective 2028 applicants about their applications until after the September mandatory meeting.
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Our fall appointment schedules
Dean Aronson and Becca both look forward to meeting with you in a one-on-one advising appointment! Our fall semester appointment availability is now up on Handshake.
Please note that, as always, if you aren’t able to find a time on Handshake that also works with your schedule, please send us an email and we will find a time.
New students (first years and transfer students): please note that you must attend one of our pre-health/pre-med small group advising sessions (on Wednesdays and Fridays throughout September) before you can sign up for a one-on-one appointment. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Upcoming events
Berkeley Research Group (BRG) Health Analytics Consulting Info Session
September 14
7:00 – 7:45 PM
Kirkpatrick Lecture Hall, Science Center
Berkeley Research Group, LLC (BRG) is a global consulting firm that helps leading organizations advance in three key areas: disputes and investigations, corporate finance, and strategy and operations. Headquartered in California with offices around the world, BRG is an integrated group of experts, industry leaders, academics, data scientists, and professionals working beyond borders and disciplines.
Attend this info session to speak with visiting representatives, including Amherst alums Jack O’Hara ’25 and Camden Heafitz ’25 about what it’s like to work at the firm and how to successfully apply for entry-level Associate and Summer Associate opportunities. More information and registration available here.
Earlier in the day on September 14, visiting representatives from Berkeley Research Group will be holding in-person, one-on-one informational office hours appointments for juniors and seniors. More information and registration available here.
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Becoming a Teacher: Navigating the Amherst–Mount Holyoke College Licensure Program
September 14
6:30 PM
Paino Lecture Hall, Beneski
Explore a roadmap for social impact by becoming a licensed public school teacher. First-year students, transfers, and sophomore students interested in classroom teaching are highly encouraged to attend.
This information session provides a strategic introduction to the advising, courses, and practicums required for Amherst students seeking a Massachusetts teaching license through the Amherst – Mount Holyoke Teacher Certification Partnership. Come learn how former Amherst students have effectively navigated this special licensure program, as well as what your first steps should be towards becoming a teacher.
More information available here.
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UMass Amherst Osteopathic Medical School Fair
September 17
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
41 Campus Center Way, UMass
UMass Amherst is hosting 15-20 osteopathic medical schools, with the chance for pre-med students to speak directly with admissions representatives, both about highlights of their program or tips for applying. This could be a great one-stop option for students who are in the exploring-options phase, or those who haven’t had a chance to connect with a school they’re interested in!
More information available here.
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Amherst College 2026 Job and Internship Fair
September 30
3 PM – 6 PM
Alumni Gym
You are invited to Amherst College’s in-person Job and Internship Fair, scheduled to take place on Wednesday, September 30, from 3 – 6 p.m. in the Alumni Gymnasium’s Middleton Gym!
Amherst’s Loeb Center for Career Exploration and Planning has selectively invited employers from across various industries who are actively hiring this year and eager to connect with you. ALL class years and majors are welcome! The Fair will offer opportunities from internships and fellowships to graduate school and jobs perfect for first-years exploring options to seniors ready to solidify post-graduate plans.
More information and registration available here.
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Have you read, heard, or watched something that really resonated with you, that you would like to share with your peers?
Are you hosting an event that you think will be of interest to members of the pre-health community?
Do you have any comments or perspectives you would like to share, prompted by the newsletter?
Please write to us!
As always, we hope you all are doing well and wish you all the best for the new school year!
— Dean Aronson and Becca Tishler
