Applying to the MD Program
Admissions and Recruitment
The College of Medicine Admissions and Recruitment team is part of the larger Office of Admissions, Student Affairs, and Alumni Engagement
Leila E. Harrison, PhD, MA, MEd
Vice Dean for Admissions, Student Affairs, and Alumni Engagement
(509) 358-7518
leila.harrison@wsu.edu | PROFILE
Office Hours & Location:
WSU Spokane Health Sciences Campus
Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Main Line:
Admissions and Recruitment
medicine.admissions@wsu.edu
509-358-7518
Applicant Advising
How often can I speak with a medical school advisor?
Our team advises specifically for our Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine MD program. It is recommended that you reach out early in your college career or other pathway when you realize you are interested in pursuing a career in medicine or as soon as you decide to change careers and pursue medicine. Our advisors are here to help you understand the application process, to guide you on what activities you should be engaged in, and to provide guidance on the character traits and experiences that are mission-aligned with our program. You are also welcome to speak to our advisors as often as is needed to prepare to apply.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Select the button next to one of our medical school advisors to schedule an appointment time that is convenient for you. Appointments will take place using the Zoom platform.
Keith Klauss, MPA
Senior Director of Admissions
(509) 358-6883
keith.klauss@wsu.edu
In addition to being a general medical school advisor, Keith oversees application and interview process. Keith is also involved in our Honors College Pathway program and can advise those interested in applying for the pathway.
Lynn Howard
Director of Student Recruitment
(509) 358-7518
lynn.howard@wsu.edu
In addition to being a general medical school advisor, as a retired veteran, Lynn has experience advising those who are applying that have prior military service, helping them translate their military experiences into a medical school application. Lynn is also involved in our Honors College Pathway program and can advise those interested in the pathway.
Rachel Dryer
Admissions and Program Coordinator – Career Advising and Admissions
(509) 368-6929
rachel.dryer@wsu.edu
In addition to being a general medical school advisor, Rachel is also well versed in our residency and pre-requisites requirements. Rachel also provides support to matriculated students as they begin career exploration in their first year of medical school.
Mariah Reneau
Student Recruitment Coordinator and Advisor
(509) 358-7518
mariah.reneau@wsu.edu
In addition to being a general medical school advisor, Mariah has experience working with those who have participated in Running Start programs and who have completed Advance Placement coursework and how they translate to medical school applications.
Can’t meet online? Email medicine.admissions@wsu.edu to request an in-person advising appointment.
