Welcome from the Assistant Dean for Admissions

Office of Medical School Admissions Building 120, Room 200 • Health Sciences Division 2160 S First Ave • Maywood,IL 60153 p • 708.216.3229 w ·stritch.LUC.edu/admission Dear Stritch SOM Candidate, Welcome to your interview day at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine We look forward to spending the day with you while providing the opportunity to learn more about our medical school program Stritch provides outstanding clinical education and opportunities to participate in research, global health and service We are dedicated to training the next generation of physician leaders who will provide excellent clinical care, engage community, and advocate for change Our mission-based admissions process is focused on identifying candidates who exhibit our values and strive for a life dedicated to service Stritch students and graduates are active in addressing the needs of underserved communities locally and globally Among the many faces you will see on the screen today are those who are members of our Committee on Admissions, which includes faculty, students and staff devoted to selecting a diverse class of multi-talented individuals who will be able to enrich each other as they train to become physicians prepared to face the medical and public health challenges of the 21st Century Our virtual interview day cannot replace being here on campus, but our goal is to make the time spent with us today both informative and stress free Everyone is excited to visit with you, especially students, so expect to have plenty of opportunities to have your questions answered We encourage you to enjoy getting to know your fellow candidates as well, as they will likely be your future classmates and/or colleagues Chat functions will be engaged throughout the day while you are on the Zoom call We know you will most likely have an array of choices for your medical education, and we hope your day with us actively demonstrates what makes Stritch an ideal fit for you Throughout the day our friendly admissions staff is available to assist you if you have any questions or need assistance Enjoy your interview day experience! All the best, Darrell Nabers, MSc Assistant Dean for Admissions & Recruitment