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OSA STEPs

OSA STEPs is our career advising newsletter designed to support students at every stage of their professional journey. Topics range from career exploration and specialty decision-making to navigating the residency application process and prioritizing well-being. Each issue includes practical tips, curated resources, and timely guidance to help you stay informed, prepared, and confident throughout medical school.

These newsletters become more frequent as you transition from the preclinical to the clinical phase of the curriculum.


 

MS1

August 2025: Welcome!

November 2025: OSA STEPS to Success

January 2026: OSA STEPS to Success

April 2026: Making the Most of the M1 Summer

MS2

August 2025: Welcome Back, M2s!

February 2026: STEP 1 and Wellbeing

March 2026: Getting Ready for Clerkships

MS3

November 2025: OSA STEPS to Success

March 2026: The Residency Application - Overview and Timeline

April 2026: The Match Update

May 2026: Making the Most of Advising

MS4

March 2025: The Residency Application - Overview and Timeline

April 2025: The Match

May 2025: Making the Most of Advising

June 2025: The Residency Application

July 2025: The Personal Statement

August 2025: What should I be doing now?

September 2025: Application Time

Mid-September 2025: Application Time

October 2025: Preparing for the Interview

November 2025: A Note of Gratitude

January 2026: Looking Ahead to Match

February 2026: Pay it Forward

March 2026: The Match!

April 2026: Transition to Residency

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