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We are excited to announce that our next College of Medicine MD interview cycle begins in just a few weeks! As with previous cycles, interviews will be conducted virtually using the Kira Talent platform. We are inviting current medical students to join us as
interviewers for this upcoming year. Your perspective as a current student is invaluable to the Admissions Committee, and participating is a great way to help shape the future of our student body. We would be honored to have you join.</div>
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Overview:</div>
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<div role="presentation" style="direction: ltr; text-align: left;"><b>Virtual MMI format:</b> During a one-hour session, participants engage in seven virtual mini-interviews.</div>
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<div role="presentation" style="direction: ltr; text-align: left;"><b>Focus on Fairness:</b> To ensure a fair and unbiased selection process, all interviews are conducted blindly, and applicants are evaluated based on AAMC competencies.</div>
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<div role="presentation" style="direction: ltr; text-align: left;"><b>Interview Schedule:</b> Interviews will be held on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10am, 1pm, and 3pm from September through March. We also hold unique interview opportunities during the summer.</div>
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Ready to register? Please complete the form below and we will follow up with training resources and how to register for interview dates. </div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 32, 96);"><b>Kayla Ferris </b></span><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: rgb(0, 32, 96);"><i>(she/her/hers)</i></span></p>
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<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Interview Coordinator</span></p>
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<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><b>Office</b>: 315-464-4570 | <b>Cell</b>: 607-370-0909</span></p>
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