Career Planning

PLUS ME Project was launched by former Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) graduate, Richard Reyes, in July of 2013. While earning his Bachelor of Arts degree in Critical Theory & Social Justice from Occidental College, he began sharing his journey of becoming the first in his family to attend college with local middle and high school students. After speaking to over 12,500 students from over 70 schools and conducting research in the nonprofit landscape of student-centered motivational speaking programs, the need was clear.

Are you applying to medical schools or health profession programs in 2022? Julie Prebel will be sharing advice on how to craft your personal statement. Bring your draft to discuss ideas. Students and alumni can register via Handshake.

Underrepresented in Medicine Alumni Panel

Presented by the Office of Pre-Health Advising and YorKonnection.

Connect with Oxy alumni who are underrepresented in medicine and learn about their paths to medical school. Panelists: Anise Marshall '16 and Vanessa Rodriguez '19.

Students and alumni can register for this event on Handshake.

Are you wondering what makes a competitive applicant to medical school or health profession programs? How do you find research or clinical experiences? Attend this pre-health advanced crash course to learn more. Students can register via Handshake.

About The Debt Collective: "The Debt Collective is a membership-based union for debtors and our allies. Our current economic system forces us into debt in various different areas of our lives: student debt for education; a mortgage to buy a home; debts for utility bills or phone bills, medical care, or even incarceration. No one should have to go into debt to meet their basic needs! These debts are illegitimate and the system needs to change, and we are united to win that change. How? Through the power of our union."

Are you a student or alumna thinking about applying during the spring or summer of 2022? Don't wait until next year to start actively preparing. Get a jump start on the process, even if you're not 100% sure you'll be applying.

Are you a first-year or transfer student thinking about the pre-med or pre-health track? This session introduces different paths in health professions, reviews a four-year academic plan, and shows you how to navigate resources to help you thrive. Students can register for the workshop via Handshake.

Learn how to gain firsthand experience in both clinical and administrative health care settings. Program allows you to assist with basic patient care. Hours and training may count towards med school and health profession program requirements.

Program is located only 3 miles from campus at Glendale Adventist Hospital is a popular site where Oxy students volunteer.

Admissions Case Study Session for Medical School Applicants
Wed., April 14, 2021 / 1:30 - 2:30 pm (PDT/Los Angeles) / REGISTER

COPE Health Scholars Program - Information Session
Wed., April 14, 2021 / 5:00 - 6:00 pm (PDT/Los Angeles) / REGISTER
Code for an application fee waiver will be provided for attendees.