by lilmiss on September 30th, 2009

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I just started med school and so far it's pretty hard... anyone have some advice for this freshman in college?

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by RysMom on September 30th, 2009
Something tells me you already have your head on straight if you are in med school but this answer would suit any student. Study hard...education is not cheap. Minimal partying...this will help your grades. Keep your eye on the prize.....there are lives to be saved by YOU someday and many are proud of you for what you're trying to become.

I wish you well and know that people like me admire people like you :)
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- Thank you so much! I wanted to be that little Ray of Sunshine in the ER that smiles and does her job happily. I've seen so many nurses and doctors and been treated by so many that are just plane rude... mean or... or down right unconcerned about their patients. I am proud of myself for taking the initiative to get back in school. I was a high school drop out and was going no where in life. Within a matter of three weeks I had a high school diploma... and was sitting in financial aid at my university. I got a pel grant, two student loans, and two scholorships. I only pay 25 a month for my education... Tell me God isn't good!
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- YOU GO GIRL!!!! If I lived near you, I'd treat you to dinner!!! Attitude is everything in life even when our job is so demanding we can't think straight. I use to work at a hotel as a secretary making minimum wage until the owner caught me answering the phone one day. He said anyone with people skills/phone skills like me should be in management, working face to face with customers. It was a career of a lifetime and I loved it although the days were long. I don't miss working christmas day but I miss the joys of the job.
  
  I hope you keep us posted on this.....I can't wait to hear how you're doing.
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  by RysMom on September 30th, 2009
- Thank you I'm sure there will be more questions to come on this subject. Class is hard... and I might have to ask for help with homework lol! Thanks for your encouragement and kind words! XXOO
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by dancer on September 30th, 2009
Congratulations!! I studied hard until I was comfortable enough to have a social life (not much). For you, please take care of your health. +5
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- I definately will! I had to start drinking more water recently!
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by sariskyfire on September 30th, 2009
Don't skip any classes if you can at all help it. I did skip classes during my first year of college and my grades suffered as a result. Even if the subject matter is boring, go anyway!

Don't be afraid to ask questions if something confuses you. No one expects you to know everything (that's why you're in college). With a large class (100+ students), some people are too intimidated to ask questions in class. Which brings me to my third point...

Get to know your TA and/or your professor. They are there to help you figure out tough concepts, offer advice related to class material, and generally help you through the class you are taking with them. Learn their office hours, office location, and office phone numbers. Get their emails too. Don't be afraid to approach them.

And last but not least, if you are in a dorm or living on your own, don't eat just instant food. Try and eat some fresh fruit or veggies also. I know I probably sound like a mom, but staying healthy is just as important as staying in school. Healthy students can concentrate better. :)

Take care and good luck!
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- Thank you for your advice... and I don't mind if you sound like a mom. My mother doesn't do those sort of things or give advice like that.... So I appreciate someone who will! Thanks again!
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  by lilmiss on September 30th, 2009
- Np and don't forget to have a little fun too. It is important to study hard, but take some time to just relax and enjoy this new step of your life. :)
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  by sariskyfire on September 30th, 2009
- Not too much homework today... it's only my second day and I had 16 work book pages and a research paper to start. I think I'll do fine! I never thought that I would think school was fun... but here I am lol saying "OMG. School is soooooo much fun!"
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  by lilmiss on September 30th, 2009
- That's certainly a good attitude to have about school. Try to hang onto that as long as you can. I'm guessing you're on a quarter system (seeing how late into the year you're starting), and those terms can go by very fast. Try not to procrastinate too much. :P
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  by sariskyfire on September 30th, 2009
- Well the way this university does their classes is so unique! They only do one class a month. I started my Anatomy and Physiology class three days ago... and my finals for that class are on the 22 and 23. So I can absorb all the information they teach. It is so great for a person like me! I'm really excited and I think that now that I'm feeling a sense of accomplisment I can hold on to my "school is fun" attitude for the whole year and a half! I come right home and do my homework and I don't hesitate to give an answer when the class is asked to respond. What's even better is I'm always the first to volunteer to stand in front of the class for a presentation
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  by lilmiss on September 30th, 2009
- It sounds like you'll do very well then. :) Keep up the good work! All the participation in class that you do will get your professors to notice you in a good way. That can be very important later on down the road when you need references or letters of recommendation for internships or even entry-level jobs. Build a good rapport with your profs and you can get some excellent references in the process. :)
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- Thanks!!!
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by strange1 still in pb on October 8th, 2009
beware initiation ceremonies! watch your back!-quick look over there, theyre coming!
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- lol! Cute!
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- thanks +5:)
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by ♥AngelHeart♥ on October 8th, 2009
I'm sure you will do well lilmiss. You have the right mindset and that is very important. Being positive will help you go far. Your future patients at a hospital will be very lucky to have you as their Doctor. It's very easy to see you genuinely care about others. I wish you the very best. :-)
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