Greetings from student support committee

VISION AND MISSION OF STUDENT SUPPORT COMMITTEE

VISION

To cultivate a thriving and resilient community of medical students who are empowered to excel academically, professionally, and personally, while maintaining their mental health and well-being.

MISSION

Academic Excellence: Provide comprehensive academic support services, including tutoring, study groups, and academic advising.

Mental Health and Well-being: Promote mental health awareness and resilience-building initiatives to support students in managing stress, fostering emotional well-being, and seeking help when needed.

Professional Development: Career development services such as mentorship programs, career counseling, and networking opportunities help students explore career paths, develop professional competencies.

Urgent Needs for MD students at College of Healthy Sciences

Enhance learning experience for MD students in general and international MD students particularly.

Improve student support including tutoring, coaching, professionalism, remediation, well-being.

TERMS OF REFERENCES

Develop and implement strategies to support student welfare, academic success, and personal development.

Address student concerns, grievances, and issues related to student life, ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment.

Review and propose improvements to student support services, including counseling, mentorship, and extracurricular activities.

Oversee policies and initiatives aimed at fostering a positive student experience, including orientation programs, health services, and accommodation facilities.

Collaborate with faculty, administration, and relevant stakeholders to address student-related matters effectively.

Monitor student satisfaction, feedback, and engagement to enhance the overall student experience.

ORGANIZATIONAL CHART OF THE STUDENT SUPPORT COMMITTEE

Student Support Lead

Dr. Nguyen Thi Nhung, Ph.D

Mental Health & Well-Being

Peer-support program

Counseling (SAM)

Medical Therapy (Vinmec)

Wellness activities (Collaborate with SAM)

Find more information: Mental Health & Well-Being

Student Support Lead

Academic Support

Dr. Tran Le Dinh Duy, MD,MSc

Learning Support

Establish the tutoring services including peer-tutoring (ex: SAMO),

Host workshops on study skills, time management, note-taking strategies, and exam preparation techniques.

Provide resources such as study guides, practice exams, and academic materials to support student learning.

Research Support

Provide guidance and mentorship to students interested in pursuing research opportunities.

Assist students in identifying research interests, formulating research questions, and developing research proposals.

Connect students with faculty mentors or research advisors who can provide support and expertise in their chosen field of research.

Exchange Program

Provide information and guidance to students interested in participating in exchange programs (course/clinical observation/research exchange,…).

Coordinate with partner institutions (EE department).

Academic Advising Program

Provide personalized guidance on academic planning.

Assist students in setting academic goals and developing strategies to achieve them.

Offer support and resources for students facing academic challenges or difficulties.

Find more information: Academic Support

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Career Support

Assist. Prof. Jeffrey Mayne, MD & Dr. Nguyen Ngoc Thanh Tu, MD

Networking & Professional Development

Facilitate networking opportunities with alumni, faculty members, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.

Organize networking events, career fairs, and mentorship programs (Orientation).

Residency Application Assistance

Provide comprehensive support and guidance to medical students throughout the residency application process.

Assist students in preparing their curriculum vitae (CV), personal statements, and letters of recommendation.

Job Search Assistance and Resources

Assist students in exploring job opportunities within healthcare organizations, hospitals, clinics, academic institutions, and other settings.

Provide workshops, seminars, and resources on resume writing, cover letter writing, job interview preparation, and negotiation skills.

Find more information: Career Support

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