Ep. 49 - Rosalind Franklin - Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine - APMSA Leaders

Dean's Chat is providing bonus episodes interviewing students from the Schools and Colleges of Podiatric Medicine. This week we are joined by three students from the Rosalind Franklin - Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine (SCPM); Elizabeth Cook, Elena Romund, and Allyson Will. Allyson represents the class of 2026 and Elizabeth and Elena represent the class of 2025. All represent the American Podiatric Medical Students Association (APMSA) within the SCPM.  Join our discussions each week on the podiatric journey our students are embarking on at the various schools. Students share their path to discovering podiatric medicine, to applying to what is now eleven schools and colleges of podiatric medicine. We do some professor shout-outs and discuss student services, extracurricular activities, and student life at each school. In this episode of Dean's Chat, the students share their educational experiences and offer insights for prospective students considering attending the Rosalind Franklin - Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric  In this podcast episode, Dr. Jensen and the students highlight the importance of having resources and opportunities to interact with professionals in the field. They emphasize the incredible value of having access to such resources, particularly through attending meetings and conferences where they can directly engage with industry leaders and committees. These interactions provide them with the chance to express concerns, share experiences as students, and receive feedback from seasoned professionals. Dr. Jensen and the students also discuss the significance of understanding the inner workings of companies and committees in their field. They believe that gaining knowledge about these aspects of their education is crucial as it provides a better understanding of the profession and prepares them for their future careers. They express gratitude for the exposure they gain through these interactions, as it helps them appreciate the extensive work that goes on behind the scenes in their field. Additionally, the episode emphasizes the importance of networking and building relationships with professionals and fellow students. The students highlight the fact that their classmates will eventually become their colleagues, making it beneficial to collaborate and support one another. They encourage students to reach out to those in higher classes for study guides and resources. The episode also mentions the mentorship programs and faculty mentors provided by their school, further enhancing their support system. Dean's Chat Website  Dean's Chat Episodes  Dean's Chat Blog Why Podiatric Medicine?  Become a Podiatric Physician