Workshop Series

The WSU PMHSC is happy to provide a variety of workshops designed to strengthen a pre-health science candidate in numerous ways. Workshop topics vary from semester to semester. Check back regularly for a list of workshop topics, dates, times, and locations. Our workshops are held either in person or via Zoom. Sign up to receive a reminder email 24 hours before the event. Reminder emails are sent between 24 and 48 hours before the workshop date. 

Please check our YouTube page for recordings of past workshops.

Winter 2025 Workshops

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January 2025

Nursing Essay Writing - Wednesday, January 22 at 2:00 pm in the University Advising Center Lab

  • This workshop will prepare nursing candidates to write their essays for the WSU College of Nursing application. Join Arnelle Douglas and Helen Wilson to learn more about this essential application element.

Nursing Application - Thursday, January 30 at 11:00 am on Zoom

  • This workshop will prepare candidates to apply to the WSU College of Nursing and help them strengthen their applications.

March 2025

Personal Statement for Graduate Health Programs - Tuesday, March 4 at 5:00 pm on Zoom

  • This workshop will prepare students to write a proper personal statement when applying to post-undergraduate health programs. 

Nursing Essay Writing - Tuesday, March 18 at 3:00 pm on Zoom

  • This workshop will prepare nursing candidates to write their essays for the WSU College of Nursing application. Join Arnelle Douglas and Helen Wilson to learn more about this essential application element.

Nursing Application - Thursday, March 27 at 11:00 am on Zoom

  • This workshop will prepare candidates to apply to the WSU College of Nursing and help them strengthen their applications.

April 2025

Jump Start Your Application - Thursday, April 10 at 4:00 pm on Zoom

  • A good application is one that is well thought out.  This workshop will review the components of the application you can get a jump start on before May. 

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Winter 2025 Special Events

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February 2025

Nursing Student Panel - Wednesday, February 5 at 2:30 pm in Hilberry EF (Student Center)

  • Pre-nursing students will learn about the WSU Nursing program from current Nursing students who will share their experiences and give insight into WSU BSN program, followed by a Q & A. 

Western Michigan Medicine Program Information Session - Thursday, February 6 at 1:00 pm on Zoom

  • Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine values potential candidates with excellent communication skills, a dedication to serving others, and a track record of working with others to solve problems. If you want to learn more about this unique medical school, join us for this special event to hear from Val Horwath, Admissions Manager.

Exploring Nursing Careers (DNAP) - Monday, February 17 at 10:00 am on Zoom

  • The program director and assistant program director of the Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) program at WSU Eugene Applebaum College and current NA students will provide detailed information about the program, admissions, and career outlook, followed by a Q&A session.  

March 2025

University of Detroit Mercy Nursing Program Information Session - Tuesday, March 4 at 3:00 pm on Zoom

  • Learn about transferring to the BSN program, the Second-Degree Option (SDO) BSN and Masters Entry Advanced Generalist Nursing (MEAGN) at UDM. Discover program details and admission requirements. 

Michigan State University Transfer BSN Program Information Session - Wednesday, March 19 at 2:30 pm on Zoom

  • Join MSU CON transfer admissions representatives for an overview of the Transfer BSN program. Learn about the program structure, curriculum, admission requirements, and application process.   

April 2025

University of Michigan School of Nursing Program Information Session - Tuesday, April 8 at 4:00 pm on Zoom

  • Join UMSN transfer admissions representatives for an overview of the Transfer BSN program. Learn about the program structure, curriculum, admission requirements, and application process.   

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