All students are required to serve as a Teaching Assistant in the Medical Neuroscience course. In addition, students have the opportunity to serve as a Teaching Assistant in many other courses offered by participating Departments. Electives Students are required to take two electives during each of the first two years of the program. Seminars will take place once a month. In the past, our seminar series has featured internationally recognized scientists in diverse fields.
Graduate students meet for lunch with speakers, allowing for informal interactions.
Students are required to register for a Journal Club during each quarter. All participating Departments offer a journal club. Students may try different Journal Club offerings during the first two years. After they select a thesis advisor, it is expected that they will register for Journal Club in their advisor's Department. This exam is to be completed during the summer after the second year.