Programs

Here are some of the exciting programs and events that PUSH holds throughout the year... Come check us out and get involved in so much more!

General Body Meetings

GBMs are PUSH's formal meetings, held every ODD week (except Week 10), which provide a space for all members to gather together and discuss topics specific toward pre-health goals and careers. GBMs usually have an overarching theme for that week and cover topics, such as: introduction to different career paths, on-campus resources, test prep, coursework advice, Fil-Am health issues, clinical internships, professional mixers, etc.

These meetings are aimed to be informative and serve as ways to check yourself throughout the year, constantly guiding and "pushing" you toward success. It is also a great way for you to be a part of a community and to meet/interact with other like-minded PUSH-ers like yourself !

Study Hours

As pre-health students, we are all familiar with the intimidation that comes with the minimum GPA requirement graduate schools have toward admission. But do not fear! Whether you seek tutoring help (provided by our board members who have already taken the course and have a firm gasp on the subject) or simply need a welcoming and productive study space, PUSH is here for you to ensure your academic goals are met!

The date/time is announced in the  beginning of every quarter and is consistent every week. Location is TBA and will be posted on our social media outlets beforehand. Contact our Education and Health Awareness coordinator for more information.

Workshops

Workshops are much more casual, informal, and allow both board and members to have a mutual dialogue. They are usually facilitated by 2-3 board members. Topics covered are not necessarily about specific career paths but are aimed to explore the necessary skills and information related to the pre-health journey, such as: professionalism, networking, public speaking, certifications, time management, college life, HIV/AIDS awareness, etc. Representatives from the Student Health Advocates, Center for Student Involvement, and American Heart Association have also been invited to present in the past.

Workshops are held once or twice a quarter, separate from GBMs.

Conferences

Pre-Health Conferences are a great way for PUSH members to interact with health professionals, graduate school recruiters, and other pre-health undergraduates. These conferences allow important information regarding admission to be disseminated among prospective applicants and prepare students with workshops aimed at honing graduate school readiness. A few conferences PUSH has attended in the past include: UCI PUSO Pre-Health Conference, SDSU Catch the Wave to Success Conference, and UC Berkeley Minorities in Health Conference. Starting in 2012, PUSH has been a partner with HMP3 in hosting the MEDS Conference at UCSD.                                              
                 
In spring quarter, PUSH organizes our big, annual weekend trip to San Francisco for the UCSF Undergraduate Recruitment Day hosted by PUSO (Pilipinos at University of California, San Francisco Student Organization).  The day primarily consists of, but is not limited to, Filipino key note speakers, overviews done by graduate students of the medical, pharmacy, dentistry, physical therapy, and nursing schools, and a tour of the campus. Contact our Conference Coordinator for more information.

Socials

Work hard, play hard! From karaoke sing-alongs,  board game de-stressers, dubstep yoga to late-night eating-out,  movie nights, and haunted trails: PUSH social events are meant to ensure that you take that much-needed study break, relax, and have some fun!

Socials are held twice or thrice a quarter, usually in the beginning of every quarter and after Midterms Week. Contact our Events Manager for more information.