As you know, Conference is an all-day event full of opportunities to meet health-related professionals, schools, and organizations, on the UC Davis campus. We want you to feel prepared and ready to tackle the day ahead, so below are tips and reminder for success!
Important: Check your email- you will receive important logistical information in emails as conference day approaches!
How to plan your Conference day schedule?
Firstly, we encourage you to have an understanding of the Conference Agenda
- Conference Agenda
6:30am 8:00am:
8:00am - 9:00am:
9:00am - 12:00pm:
12:00pm - 1:00pm:
1pm - 1:45pm:
2pm - 2:45pm:
3pm - 3:45pm:
Attendee Check-In @ Hutchison Field
Welcome Session @ U-Center
Pre-Health Fair @ Hutchison Field
Designated Time for Lunch
Workshop Session 1
Workshop Session 2
Workshop Session 3
Now that you have a greater understanding of Conference day itself, let’s talk details about preparing to maximize your day. In order to truly make the most of your time, we encourage having a plan in mind guided by the Program.
- Pre-Health Fair
- To maximize your time and get as many answers to your questions, we recommend having a list of many exhibitors you would like to speak to. Because the fair will be busy and your favorite exhibitors may have long wait times, we encourage visiting some favorites and new exhibitors. If an exhibitor has a shorter line, they are more likely to be able to spend more time with you.
- Workshops
- Each Workshop Session (1, 2, & 3) will have a unique workshop line up. When the program is released, we recommend checking out the workshop topics and descriptions to determine which workshops you are interested in attending. Note the workshop locations to plan your walking path.
As for attending Interactive Workshops, an interactive ticket will be required. Please check the Workshops page and your email for details.
Attendees will receive an attendee tote bag, which will include a printed program. Exhibitors typically have flyers and giveaways to distribute to those who visit their booth! Attendee favorites have been anatomy posters, pens, and post-its!
Should I prepare questions to ask? And if so, how do I ask “good” questions?
That’s a great question, glad you are already in the mindset of preparation! Many admission representatives for health professional schools will be Deans of Admission, who are eager to meet you! Whether you are exploring, preparing to apply, or in the cycle, creating a list of questions is a great way to learn information you cannot find on Exhibitors’ websites. Asking good questions can help impress representatives, as it demonstrates your interest and research you have done. But first, don’t forget to introduce yourself!
It is okay to ask clarifying questions, like requirements about pre-requisite classes or letters of recommendations, but do your research to see if those questions can be answered on their website first.
Brainstorming good questions can be a process, so setting aside time to focus on this task is normal and a great way to prepare. It also allows you to ask yourself what you hope to gain from attending Pre-Health Conference. Questions should help you find out if you are a good fit for a school and if the school is a good fit for you.
If you have questions about concerns, like GPA or MCAT/Test scores, admissions representatives can be good sources to ask, however we recommend asking questions about their school first if possible.
- Examples of questions to learn more about their school:
- > I’ve heard your school offers early clinical experiences, can you share any examples?
> On your website I saw the curriculum model has inter-professional learning. How does this look at your school?
> You mentioned students have the opportunity to gain research experience with faculty. Can you elaborate more on that process?
> On the flyer I see the list of clubs/organizations to join. Do you know which is the most active in ___ (eg. community outreach, hosting events, inviting faculty to speak, etc.).
I’ve never been to Pre-Health Conference. What things should I bring?
We are excited to welcome you to Pre-Health Conference! To set yourself up for success, here are a few tips:
- Reminders and Tips
- > Pack your own lunch or have a plan of where to eat
> Wear comfortable walking shoes. The Pre-Health Fair will be taking place outside on the field and workshops are in classrooms and lecture halls across the UC Davis campus.
> Check the weather ahead of time. Fall is often in the 50s - 60s in the mornings and can warm up to the 70s - 80s
> Business casual clothing is recommended
> Bring a water bottle to refill throughout the day
> Your list of questions
> Enthusiasm for a fun and informative day - Conference Ticket Includes
- Name Badge
Attendee Bag
Attendee T-Shirt
Printed Program
Continental Breakfast
Access to Welcome Session, Pre-Health Fair, Workshops (interactive tickets required for interactive workshops)
For more information about the Pre-Health Conference at UC Davis, explore the website and stay connected on our social media.