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Underrepresented in Medicine Visiting Student Scholarship

The UAMS Department of Emergency Medicine values diversity, equity, and inclusion both at UAMS and in our community. To seek out students who will help contribute to our mission of DEI, we are excited to announce the development of an Underrepresented in Medicine Scholarship for visiting students taking our Intensive Emergency Medicine Elective.

Eligibility

  • Applying to the UAMS Fourth Year Intensive Emergency Medicine Elective.
  • Currently enrolled in and in good standing at an LCME accredited medical school, or a school of osteopathic medicine accredited by the American Osteopathic Association.
  • Must have successfully completed basic clinical rotations in Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Pediatrics, and Psychiatry.
  • Identifies as a member of a group that is underrepresented in medicine.
  • You can find more information about UAMS institutional requirements for visiting students.
  • Applicants will be required to submit an application through the Visiting Student Learning Opportunities (VLSO) portal and complete all requirements of the VSLO application

 

Components of Elective

  • $1,000 stipend to cover travel and living expenses
  • Four week elective clerkship
    • 13-15 shifts over four weeks where you will function as an acting intern with direct patient care
    • Weekly didactic sessions
    • SIM sessions
    • Virtual Slack classroom with learning assignments
  • Mentorship opportunities with department leadership and other faculty.
    • Assigned core mentor who will meet with you throughout the rotation.
    • Opportunities to meet with other department leaders and faculty based on your areas of interest.
  • Get more information about our elective.

 

To Apply

  • Complete the VSLO application for the UAMS EM elective.
  • Fill out the UAMS Emergency Medicine Scholarship for URiM application.
  • Submit a letter of intent (no more than one page) telling us about yourself and how you will contribute to our mission of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • The first round of applications is due June 1, 2022
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