Frequently Asked Questions
Are refreshments served at Mini Medical School?
We offer a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, and packaged snacks that meet the following guidelines in compliance with the policies of the Environmental Services Department:
- Not requiring refrigeration
- As nutritious as possible
- Suits a wide range of preferences
You are also welcome to bring your own dinner or snacks, if you wish. Eating is allowed in the Mini Medical School classroom.
Why are the PowerPoint presentations no longer available for purchase?
In an effort to be environmentally friendly, printed classroom materials will no longer be available for purchase. For students who prefer to have notes available during class, presentations will be available to download and print on their own. Presentations will be posted on the Mini Medical School website as quickly as possible once they are received from the speaker.
What are my options for parking on campus?
Visit the Directions and Parking section of this site for more information on parking. Parking rates at the U of M are set by Parking and Transportation Services.
Why is video- or audio-taping of class sessions prohibited?
Mini Medical School presentations are the intellectual property of our faculty members and audio- or video-taping Mini Medical School sessions constitutes an infringement of copyright laws. Our experts are happy to present their knowledge and research within the context of the Mini Medical School classroom setting.
I'd like to review presentations before each class. Is this possible?
Provided we have the "OK" from our faculty, PowerPoint presentations are uploaded to the Mini Medical School website as soon as we receive them. Depending upon our presenters work schedules, this is sometimes hours before class begins.
Why are the presentations available for download sometimes different than the PowerPoint presentations the speakers use?
Presenters sometimes make last-minute additions and adjustments to their presentations after they have been posted on the Mini Medical School website.
How does the experiential activities portion of class work?
Prior to class from 5-6 p.m., we frequently offer Mini Med students the opportunity to participate in hands-on activities that allow them to see organs, medical devices, or research projects. The researchers who staff these activities are not always able to accommodate the times we request them to be present, but we appreciate their willingness to volunteer their time and expertise to supplement your learning.
Are continuing education units (CEU) or academic credits available to Mini Medical School students?
Formal credit is not available through Mini Medical School. You can submit information to your CEU granting agency and request credit on your own.
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