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IV Clinic

Occidental College and presents an IV Clinic merging academic insight with practical healthcare expertise. Experience hands-on learning, workshop, live demonstrations, and career-focused Q&A. There will also be information shared on the US Army Medical School scholarship!

Coffee Chat with Dr. Linton Yee from Duke School of Medicine

Indulge in an intimate and informative Coffee Chat with Dr. Yee, Associate Dean for Admissions at Duke's School of Medicine, as he engages potential medical school applicants for the Entry Year 2025-2026. This exclusive event offers a relaxed setting where aspiring students can interact with Dr. Yee on a personal level, gaining invaluable insights, advice, and tips on the application process. Bring your resume or applicant profile for review!

Lunch & Learn: Pathway to Medicine & Surgery with Theodore Teruya, MD

Embark on an inspirational journey into the world of medicine and service with Dr. Theodore H. Teruya (MD), a distinguished figure who not only excels in vascular surgery but also serves as a Commander in the U.S. Navy Reserve. Hosted by the College's Office of Pre-Health Advising, join us for this session where Dr. Teruya shares his personal narrative and illuminates his pathway to becoming a renowned figure in vascular surgery. Gain profound insights into the challenges, triumphs, and pivotal moments that shaped his medical career.

Women in Medicine Panel

Join Oxy's Pre-Health Advising for a dynamic panel on "Women in Medicine" lead by Megan Sumida, MD, a Pediatric & Adolescent Gynecology Fellow at Texas Children's Hospital. Our diverse panel of residents, fellows, and doctors will discuss career growth, work-life balance, gender disparities, and mentorship. Discover insights, strategies, and success stories from these accomplished professionals.

Duke University, School of Medicine: Info Session with Dr. Yee

Join us for an exclusive event hosted by the College's Office of Pre-Health Advising featuring Dr. Yee, Associate Dean for Admissions at Duke's School of Medicine. Dr. Yee brings invaluable insights into the world of medical school admissions, offering a comprehensive presentation on Duke's prestigious School of Medicine. This event goes beyond the basics, delving into real admission case studies to provide a deeper understanding of the selection process.

From Highland Park to Hollywood: Finding a Career in Entertainment after Occidental

About the Panelists

Sam Bergen '04 is the chief marketing officer at Illumination, shepherding The Super Mario Bros. Movie to a worldwide box office of $1.36 billion earlier this year. He is currently preparing for the launch of Migration this December and for Despicable Me 4 next July. Prior to joining Illumination in December 2020, Bergen was vice president of global brand creative for Beats by Dre, built Vice Media’s West Coast office, and was CMO for Omnicom. At Oxy, Bergen majored in cognitive science with a minor in film.