Honors Program Enrichment Reflections Blog

  Attending the lunch and learn, Q&A session, and private dinner hosted by Tufts University School of Medicine was honestly a really valuable experience. One of the biggest strengths was how open and accessible the admissions team and school leaders were. Being able to ask questions directly, hear thoughtful answers, and then continue those conversations in a smaller dinner setting made the school feel very transparent and student-focused. I gained a lot of insight into their support systems, approach to student wellness, and how they think about preparing students for the future of medicine. If there were any weaknesses, it would probably be that I hoped we had a direct pipeline to the medical school, but I am still very interested in applying.  This experience connected closely to other exposures I have had in medicine, especially shadowing physicians and participating in programs that emphasize community health, mentorship, and holistic support. A pattern I continue to...