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Bachelor of Medical Sciences Association is a student-run association supported by the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry!

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Hey Med Sci first-years! 👋 Not sure how to tackle courses, midterms, or first year in general? We’ve got you 💜

Come to First Year Thrive to hear tips, resources, and strategies from upper-year students who’ve been there before, and get your questions answered!

📅 Oct 6
⏰ 6–7:30 PM
📍 UC 3220

Bring your questions; we’re here to help! 📚✨ taken in Western University by @bmsawestern

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18 days ago

First years, this one’s for you! 👀💜
Come meet other Med Sci students tomorrow, play some games, and make a few new friends in a casual, low-stakes setting 🎲♟️✨

📅 Tuesday, Sept 29
⏰ 6–8 PM
📍 SH 3315

Whether you’re coming with friends or showing up solo, everyone’s welcome; see you there! 🫶 taken in Western University by @bmsawestern

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20 days ago

BMSA is now hiring execs for the 2026-2027 school year!

If you are a passionate med Sci student looking to contribute to fun events, meaningful initiatives, and the Med Sci community, we’d love to have you on our team!

Apply for any one of our six committees (up to a maximum of three. All years are welcome to apply!

Role descriptions and application forms can be found in our bio.

Keep a look out for VP story takeovers throughout the course of the week to learn more about each committee!
Deadline to apply is Tuesday, September 29th @ 11:59pm.

We look forward to reading your applications! 💜 by @bmsawestern

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25 days ago

BMSA exec applications open September 23!! by @bmsawestern

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BMSA is bringing you two FREE webinars you have to check out if MCAT prep is part of your summer plans!
Webinar 1: The MCAT Journey of a 100th Percentile Scorer. If you’ve ever wondered what separates a good score from a top score, this is the webinar to attend.
Webinar 2: Applying to US Medical Schools. This webinar covers what U.S. medical schools actually care about and how to build an application that gets noticed.
Register at https://bit.ly/mcatbmsa!

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6 months ago

Thinking about a future in Medicine or Dentistry? 🩺🦷

Join the BMSA for an evening with current Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry students! Whether you’re deep in the application cycle or just starting to explore your options, this is your chance to hear firsthand stories from students who were recently in your shoes, tips for strengthening your application and navigating the process, open Q&A to help you decide if this path is the right fit for you.
Location: UCC 41
Time: April 1st, 6–7:30pm (NOT just an april fools joke👀‼️)
🔗 Link in bio to RSVP! by @bmsawestern

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7 months ago

Prep101 will hosting a FREE Mastering the MCAT webinar to learn the science-backed prep methods you need to start thinking - and scoring - like a future doctor.

This FREE seminar covers:
The critical mindset shift that separates average scores from competitive scores
The 80/20 rule to help you focus where it matters most
Cognitive science techniques to improve your retention and reasoning
A clear practice blueprint to turn your practice sessions into score gains
Section-specific strategies to approach passages with confidence
Resilience strategies to stay motivated and avoid burnout
Register at the link in our bio! by @bmsawestern

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7 months ago

Have you ever wanted to compete in teams alongside your profs in a series of fun activities? Want to get the chance to ask your profs questions outside of the classroom? Come get to know your professors through a series of fun games at Prof Prof’s Pizzeria! The event is free for GMs and $3 for non-GMs. Free pizza and drinks will also be provided 🍕

When: March 24th, 6-8 PM
Where: UCC 269
Please RSVP using the link in our bio!

See you all there 🧑‍🍳 by @bmsawestern

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Not sure how to find research, clubs, volunteering, or other opportunities outside your courses?

Join us on March 11th at SSC 3028! We’ll walk through how undergraduate research works, how to approach faculty for mentorship (featuring Dr. Haddad), and where to find extracurricular opportunities — from labs and volunteer roles to clubs, work study, and internships.

Note: This session is being run in partnership with a scholarship support initiative, but the content will be broadly useful for any science student by @bmsawestern

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Looking to make a difference this holiday season? Join us for Stitches for Smiles, a student-led initiative in collaboration with the Western Knit and Crochet Club! 🧶

This event brings participants together to crochet handmade hats for babies in the NICU, which will be donated to Mount Sinai Hospital.. 🪡

No experience? No problem! Attend our Teaching Workshop on March 5th, 6:30-8:30pm in SSC 3018 to learn the basics of crocheting hats. The following week, unwind at our Drop-In Sessions on March 12th. Take a break from exam stress, enjoy some snacks and refreshments, and crochet for a meaningful cause! Hat collection dates will be provided in the near future 💝

This event is open to all students! Medium/worsted weight yarn and 3.5mm crochet hooks will be provided if needed. 🧵

RSVP using the link in our bio! 🔗

We hope to see you there! ❤️ by @bmsawestern

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8 months ago

🩺 If you missed out last semester, you’re in luck! BMSA is back with our iconic med sci stickers and hoodie designs, as well as our classic Schulich quarter zips

🔗 Sales are occurring from Feb 27th to March 6th 😋Sweaters can be ordered online (with personalization of your program name and year!) through the link in our bio

📍For more formation, or to purchase stickers in-person, visit our booths between 9-1pm from March 2nd to 4th in the Weldon Community Corner!

💸 General Members get discounts, bundles, and free items with select purchases! by @bmsawestern

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Join us for Med Sci 101!

BMSA is running a virtual workshop for first- or second-year BMSc students who want a clearer roadmap for how the program works and how to do well in it. 📚

We’ll walk through the BMSc timeline from Years 1–4, progression, ITRs, module planning, course selection, and our favorite resources throughout the program. There will also be time for Q&A with upper-year students.📝

Note: This session is being run in partnership with a scholarship support initiative, but the content will be broadly useful for any first or second-year Med Sci student!! by @bmsawestern

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