Medical College Admission Test

Blueprint Prep Introduces the First and Only AI-Powered MCAT Tutor

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, October 26, 2023

With this innovative new tool, students can now receive personalized guidance and support as they navigate one of the most challenging sections of the MCAT.

Key Points: 
  • With this innovative new tool, students can now receive personalized guidance and support as they navigate one of the most challenging sections of the MCAT.
  • The AI chatbot, named Blue, is the first of its kind in the MCAT test preparation market.
  • "With Blue, we are bringing cutting-edge technology to the MCAT prep industry, enabling students to prepare smarter, learn faster, and achieve greater results."
  • "As the use of AI in medical education becomes more prevalent, Blueprint is committed to staying at the forefront of technological advancements in MCAT preparation."

California University of Science and Medicine Granted Institutional Accreditation

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023

California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM) today announced it had achieved accreditation status from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

Key Points: 
  • California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM) today announced it had achieved accreditation status from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).
  • Accreditation validates that the CUSM community and its purpose are appropriate and are being accomplished through viable education programs.
  • CUSM worked with WSCUC to prove compliance with the organization’s core commitments, standards and all criteria required for accreditation.
  • To date, CUSM has graduated two classes of Doctor of Medicine (MD) and five classes of Master of Biomedical Sciences students.

California University of Science and Medicine Welcomes MD Class of 2027 with White Coat Ceremony Milestone

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Friday, July 14, 2023

California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM) today celebrated the traditional White Coat Ceremony with 130 new MD students, along with their families and friends.

Key Points: 
  • California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM) today celebrated the traditional White Coat Ceremony with 130 new MD students, along with their families and friends.
  • During the ceremony, the students recited the Hippocratic Oath which states the professional conduct and obligations of doctors.
  • The ceremony took place at the CUSM campus in Colton, Calif.
    “The White Coat ceremony is steeped in tradition.
  • The white coats received by students represent membership in the medical community and the acceptance of the associated responsibilities,” said Paul Lyons, MD, CUSM President and Dean.

California University of Science and Medicine Celebrates 140 New Doctors and Biomedical Students at their 2023 Commencement Ceremonies

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

This month, graduates received their Doctor of Medicine degrees and Master in Biomedical Sciences degrees at California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM).

Key Points: 
  • This month, graduates received their Doctor of Medicine degrees and Master in Biomedical Sciences degrees at California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM).
  • The 2023 Commencement ceremonies symbolized the culmination of their educational journey, characterized by a remarkable 100 percent residency match at some of the top programs in the country.
  • Prem Reddy, MD, Founding Chair of the Board of Trustees, delivered an inspiring address reminding the graduates that medicine is not just a science but also an art.
  • "As you embark on your journey in medicine, one of the most honorable professions, always remember the humanity at the core of medicine," Dr. Reddy emphasized.

EdTech Startup King of the Curve Helps 10,000 Students Get Into Med School

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023

KOTC is an educational technology company designed to help students score top marks on rigorous standardized exams.

Key Points: 
  • KOTC is an educational technology company designed to help students score top marks on rigorous standardized exams.
  • He partnered with William Kelly and McIntosh to create King of the Curve with the idea of improving the overall studying experience for medical and pre-med students.
  • "Seeing 10,000 students get into med school using our app is exactly what we were hoping for," says Rutledge-Jukes.
  • King of the Curve is an educational technology company that has created a series of apps designed to help students pass exams.

California University of Science and Medicine Proudly Celebrates Inaugural Graduating Class of MD Students

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Wednesday, May 25, 2022

The California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM), School of Medicine, celebrated its first graduation on May 21, 2022 as the inaugural class of 62 students received their medical degree.

Key Points: 
  • The California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM), School of Medicine, celebrated its first graduation on May 21, 2022 as the inaugural class of 62 students received their medical degree.
  • During the commencement, Prime Healthcare Foundation President and Chair Dr. Kavitha Bhatia presented an additional $10 million donation to the University.
  • The California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM) is dedicated to advancing the art and science of medicine through medical education, research, and compassionate healthcare delivery in an inclusive environment that inspires, motivates and empowers students to become excellent and caring physicians, scientists, and leaders.
  • The California University of Science and Medicine is a not-for-profit health sciences university established in 2015, led by MD/PhD faculty members.

FAST COMPANY RECOGNIZES EDTECH LEADER SKETCHY ON ITS 2022 WORLD'S MOST INNOVATIVE COMPANIES LIST

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022

LOS ANGELES, March 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sketchy , the education technology company on a mission to make learning unforgettable for everyone, has been named on the honorable Fast Company World's Most Innovative Companies list for 2022.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, March 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sketchy , the education technology company on a mission to make learning unforgettable for everyone, has been named on the honorable Fast Company World's Most Innovative Companies list for 2022.
  • Sketchy was selected because its innovative animated coursework videos leverage the power of spatial relationships to improve knowledge retention and recall.
  • The World's Most Innovative Companies is Fast Company's signature franchise and one of its most highly anticipated editorial efforts of the year.
  • For more information about Sketchy, visit Sketchy.com or follow @Sketchy Learning on Instagram, /Sketchy on Facebook or @SketchyLearning on Twitter.

St. George's University Announces Partnership with The University of North Alabama

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Friday, January 28, 2022

FLORENCE, Ala. and TRUE BLUE, Grenada, Jan. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Today, St. George's University announced a new direct-admission partnership with the University of North Alabama.

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  • FLORENCE, Ala. and TRUE BLUE, Grenada, Jan. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Today, St. George's University announced a new direct-admission partnership with the University of North Alabama.
  • The program establishes a pathway for qualified North Alabama graduates to gain immediate entry to the St. George's Schools of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine .
  • "We're excited to team up with the University of North Alabama to educate a new generation of doctors and vets," said Dr. G. Richard Olds, president of St. George's University.
  • Those who wish to qualify must express their interest at the time they apply to the University of North Alabama.

ANIMATED LEARNING PLATFORM SKETCHY AND TEST PREP EXPERT BLUEPRINT PARTNER TO HELP STUDENTS TO PREPARE FOR THE MCAT

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Thursday, December 16, 2021

Blueprint currently helps over 75% of MCAT students to prepare for the exam, and Sketchy is used by 77% of all medical students in the U.S. making it one of the most popular resources among med students.

Key Points: 
  • Blueprint currently helps over 75% of MCAT students to prepare for the exam, and Sketchy is used by 77% of all medical students in the U.S. making it one of the most popular resources among med students.
  • Sketchy, already a staple resource and study tool among students enrolled in medical school, launched its MCAT offering in summer 2021, jumping into the test prep category and targeting undergraduate students for the first time.
  • Blueprint has produced unrivaled results, including industry-leading score increases for its pre-law and pre-med students taking the LSAT and MCAT.
  • Founded by four medical students, Sketchy believes in a reimagined education system, greater access to knowledge and expanding every person's potential through learning.

SKETCHY EDTECH VIDEOS SAVE STUDENTS ONE MONTH OF STUDY TIME, PRODUCES BETTER DOCTORS, ACCORDING TO NEW POLL

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, December 15, 2021

With a mission to make learning unforgettable for everyone, Sketchy is used by approximately 77% of all medical students in the U.S.

Key Points: 
  • With a mission to make learning unforgettable for everyone, Sketchy is used by approximately 77% of all medical students in the U.S.
    86% of medical school students using Sketchy's animated learning videos said they will go on to become better doctors.
  • The national survey of Sketchy users also found thatit's a huge time saver, giving an average of 18 hours of studying time back to students each week.
  • Quadrant Strategies conducted an online national survey of 801 Sketchy users 18 and older between October 14 and 17, 2021.
  • Founded by four medical students, Sketchy believes in a reimagined education system, greater access to knowledge and expanding every person's potential through learning.