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Don’t forget to fill out The 2023 Professional Status Survey (PSS). The survey helps us collect important information about the genetic counseling profession that we can use moving forward. #GeneChat
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Wonder what it's REALLY like to go to #geneticcounseling graduate school? Don't miss our "Day in the Life of a @UW_GCGP Student" Instagram story takeover series from 2/15-3/13 with real life posts & vids from our GC students! 🧬 💜💛instagram.com/uw_gcgp/
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Seems like a super cool opportunity! Anyone know a high schooler interested in applying in the next week?
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Excited to announce the StudyRare Newsletter! Each weekly email will contain 1-2 board-style q's + explanations covering key concepts in genetics & metabolism. Target audience: GC students & @TheABMGG fellows preparing 4 boards. Sign up ⬇️ studyrare.substack.com #GeneChat
Join us for a virtual admissions information session about the Alliance to Increase Diversity in Genetic Counseling scholarships on Friday, December 2nd at 7:00 PM EST.
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The TNGCA is excited to announce a scholarship for prospective GCs. Requirements: You must be a resident or attending school in TN. For individuals applying for 2023. Open August 29th- November 4th , 2022. Part 1
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Working on your CV for GC programs? We're here to help! Come join us for our CV virtual workshop on October 26th at 5:30pm (PDT)! We hope you see you there😋 Register here: linktr.ee/GCPSN
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Join our upcoming webinar on financing a genetic counseling degree to learn about costs of graduate education, scholarships, work-study, and planning ahead for loan repayment. To register, visit: conta.cc/3cJBORn #alwayslearning #ColumbiaGCProgram
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🧬Reapplying to GC Programs this cycle, or looking to gain more insight into the application process?🧬 Join us for GCPSN’s first event of the year, a Reapplicant Panel! GC community members will answer q’s and share experiences. Register here: linktr.ee/GCPSN #GeneChat
Looking for opportunities to learn more about careers in the sciences? Check out the Genetic Counseling Virtual Career Fair, held on September 20 and October 6, hosted by the Western States Regional Genetics Network. 1/3
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Save the Date: Genetic Counseling Virtual Career Fair hosted by @WSGSC is happening on 9/20/22 and 10/06/22! Learn more about being a GC, hear from our professional societies, and connect with training programs from all over the continent.
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Another great online resource to learn more about the field of genetic counseling #GeneChat #prospectiveGCs #careerexploration
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So grateful to have learned from this amazing team in writing this piece together! #GeneChat let's keep this conversation going so we can do better for our patients! #genderinclusivity #genderdiversity #labgenetics @vandg_ @MichelleGilats @Whitney_NK_GC @ShellyGalasins1
Our new #Perspectives piece focuses on gender inclusivity in genetics labs. The four authors discuss current barriers and issues hoping to prompt more discussion on the topic. Read the full piece here: bit.ly/3Jhk1Mc #GeneChat
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Thank you Senator @ChrisVanHollen for your support of S. 1450 Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act. We greatly appreciate your support! @GeneticCouns #genechat
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Mayo Clinic Laboratories offers more than 500 genetic tests and biochemical assays to help our patients end their diagnostic odyssey. #CareAboutRare #RedefineRARE #RareDiseaseDay bit.ly/3HfHtbt
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TODAY is #RareDiseaseDay! 💙💚💜 All over the world, the rare disease community are sharing their colours and demanding equity for people living with a rare disease. As a global community, we have a powerful voice! 📣 How are you sharing your colours today? 👇👇👇
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Today's spotlight is on Erica Price, CGC @nerdyblack_gc. Erica works at GeneScreen and is on GOLDEN’s leadership team. We have Erica to thank for keeping GOLDEN’s social media lit🔥. For some Monday Motivation, listen to Erica inspire our mentees to “do your thing”. #GeneChat
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This is a note from a student who shadowed me when I was in clinic. It is a great reminder to make myself available to future genetic counselors. I know COVID has come with a lot of restrictions. I encourage those who can allow student shadowing to do so. #GeneChat
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Genetic counseling student Quinlyn Highsmith shares her reasoning for pursuing a career in genetic counseling and why she wants to help the Black community and all marginalized communities across the country. Thank you Quinlyn for sharing your story. #GeneChat #BlackHistoryMonth
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