PURPOSE To provide academic orientation to the medical curriculum for selected incoming students in order to facilitate their transition from undergraduate study to medical school

PROGRAM The six week program includes abbreviated classes in anatomy, biochemistry, and microbiology; learning skills, counseling and individualized tutoring are included. Successful completion of courses guarantees admission to Freshman year.

PARTICIPANTS Prospective students selected by the College of Medicine's Admissions Committee.

PURPOSE To provide academic orientation to the medical curriculum for all entering Freshman students.

PROGRAM Learning skills - critical thinking, problem solving, time management and exam-taking workshops - are presented during orientation week.

PARTICIPANTS Entering freshman medical students.

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PURPOSE To enhance academic performance and retention of students. To provide tutorial assistance for medical students.

PROGRAM Students participate in seminars to strengthen- study and learning skills, including time management and organization techniques, and eliminate stress; students also reinforce study of the basic science curriculum through self-paced review. Individualized tutoring and counseling support are provided for students who require these services. Medical student tutors, selected on the basis of academic performance and personal traits, offer individualized and group tutorial sessions upon request.

PARTICIPANTS Medical students at all levels of the undergraduate program.

In accordance with the federal legislation regarding individuals, with disabilities, the Office of Medical Education provides academic support services upon request.

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PURPOSE To provide structured review for medical students in preparation for re-examinations to remove deficiencies in basic science courses.

PROGRAM Faculty and medical student tutors run scheduled review sessions in summer. Re- examination is prepared and administered by faculty. Attendance is required.

PARTICIPANTS First and second year medical students with unsatisfactory grades in one or two courses during the previous academic year.

PURPOSE To provide structured review to improve performance on USMLE Step I (Pass required for promotion).

PROGRAM Self-assessment examinations are offered to help students to set priorities for review; other activities may include faculty review sessions and medical student tutorials.

PARTICIPANTS Students who have taken but have not passed USMLE Step 1.

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PURPOSE To contact students with problems contributing to poor academic performance and apply appropriate resources for corrective or supportive action to improve course performance.

PROGRAM Direct support in developing study, time management an exam-taking skills is provided; referral is made to other University support services as needed.

PARTICIPANTS Services available to all enrolled medical students.

PURPOSE To provide multi-media complementary instruction and self-directed review for the medical curriculum.

PROGRAM Video- and audio tapes, slides, monographs, and computer-aided preparation are available to prepare for course and board exams. Materials are offered for basic science subjects, clinical disciplines, and study skills.

PARTICIPANTS All enrolled medical students and HUH residents.