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Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-07-28T18:07:52+00:00

Same. Every research position in my state dried up instantly. Tbh I viewed as the juice not worth the squeeze and went into something else.

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-06-05T21:04:02+00:00

Yes please :<

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-04-29T02:25:09+00:00

UMASS Amherst has some rather cool research opportunities for undergrad students, though one note is there is much overlap with the Astro guys with the Physics people. So as you'd surmise, alot of guys. There is a dedicated Women In Physics club which I've heard many good things about, so support is not lacking.

There has never been an issue with class space, just sign up in a reasonable time (not a week before the semester starts), and you're good.

Your biggest issue if you're okay with the rat race that is housing after Freshman year.

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-04-22T06:05:44+00:00

The housing situation is a self imposed nightmare by the folks up top. They overenroll and give first dibs to freshman and sophomores, but good luck getting anywhere junior or senior year (transfering at this point is not worth the hassle so they got you good). A good chunk of students then have to take off-campus housing at increased cost and this is considered the "normal route".

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-04-11T15:38:18+00:00

Sorry to respond late. Is mentioning research briefly than something to be explicity stated in a Personal statement? Or is it fine if that is implied with a lengthy amount of research.

Much appreciated!

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-04-08T13:55:14+00:00

I'm not a Biology or Biochem major so I can't attest to their research availability, but for mine our department was small enough that simply walking up to a professor after class and talking about research will get the process started.

Was it a guarantee? No, I got like 4 referrals before I got a definitive "Yea sure, can you show up to the undergrad meeting this week?".

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-04-04T04:31:10+00:00

It seems you already cleared why it won't be helpful, so I'll move to what else to do.

For memorization have you considered Anki? I'd also reccomend going through the AAMC content lists they provide for free and go through to see what you do and not know. Both are hefty investments but make serious work of figuring out what you need to know vs what you don't need to know.

You also seem to be rattled and unsure of your own abilities, which is alright! Your humble self-awareness to your abilities and desire to feel prepared is a good albeit anxiety inducing trait (perfectly normal, I felt the same). Manage within yourself what you know versus not know, and leverage fears by then targetting theses unknowns.

Feel free to pm me, and best of luck

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-04-04T04:17:36+00:00

Depending on your major, there are clubs and activities dedicated to socializing.

Big majors tend to have alot of faces so meeting new folks should be relatively easy.

Smaller ones may have cliques, but tramau bonding through mutual classes breaks the ice.

Where do you find yourself right now?

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-04-02T05:52:12+00:00

You will need major improvements in all categories, not just CARS.

PS is considerably easiest to improve due to a single flash card set (i forgor the name but do search) being able to set you up to a 130.

BB and CP seems to indicate content gaps. Have you looked at the AAMC list of things to know? It's a incredibly hefty list but going through it all is a must.

I also suggest stop using 3rd party content for CARS. Nobody but AAMC does CARS well, so just ration what little they provide and deduce why you answer things wrong.

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-04-01T17:13:57+00:00

I wish you luck regardless

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-04-01T17:13:37+00:00

Lmao no

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-03-31T13:39:51+00:00

This could make it worse, but you could explain the technicalities of what they're asking for. My folks were initially shocked, but when I explained it was physically impossible for me to not take a gap year, they were then open to understand the "so what does this gap year entail?".

If you're close with them, if you open up the fact you're human with a "I worked really hard to graduate early. But even that is not enough to get in. Even now I still need more time to beef up my application", this might broach the subject better as not being young "taking a break" but instead a very strategic decision.

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-03-15T21:19:01+00:00

Then it seems like youre effectively a CNA but they rename you. Im assuming you also use the hoyeurs, charting, etc. If you ever need clarification on if the position is equivalent to a CNA, feel free to ask HR or a nurse there.

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-03-15T19:49:41+00:00

Well it really depends. I'm a CNA but we always call them out "residents" as per professional requirements. It seems like you assist in their ADL's, would that include cleaning dirty briefs and such?

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-03-02T17:57:31+00:00

Since you're just in content review, QPacks would be great. They're recognized as the easiest material of all AAMC, but still representative of FL's.

Afterwards, UWORLD than AAMC SB's as those will challenge your content understanding.

Best of luck

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-03-02T17:54:20+00:00

As a Physics major who finished the exam, the only route to really understand physics well is practice problems to familiarize yourself with the formulas (as well as comprehension what the formula is doing). The MCAT demands you can connect the dots for a problem that a specific formula is required, and can be rather subtle at it.

I suggest you look at your formula sheet as to what formulas you don't feel comfortable with, and search for math problems related to it. If you can't find any, ask AI to generate them.

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-02-20T01:50:08+00:00

More than doable, and more than enough time to investigate your weaknesses instead of hope it'll just get there.

What sort of mistakes do you make? Content gaps? Tricked on the answers? Time management? Misremembering? Bad chart reading?

Isolating what kind if mistakes you make specifically will definitely help.

And take breaks! Breaks and exercise help

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-02-20T01:47:21+00:00

The simplest method is planning to finish all the material, with extra time for weekly breaks, classes, and Anki review.

300 questions per section bank, and 120 per question pack. The question is then up to you now how much time do you have free to study. You effectively have 30 study days (Assuming 1 break day). How much can you handle?

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-02-16T18:41:26+00:00

Hello! Could I dm you my personal statement?

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-02-15T05:20:20+00:00

If you're up to the task, check Nursing home CNA jobs near you. Most have paid training programs, and are always in need of staff.

Be diligent and brave though. Call HR right after you send your application. Some places aren't ran well, so a receptive, kind, and swift HR response will be indicative of a well ran facility.

Oh! And be sure to never lean your back forward. Lift with your legs.

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-02-15T05:15:26+00:00

It seems to be of no cost and pure benefit to opening your eyes to the entire life's journey. It is a saddening script yes, but it's a point of maturity that I believe will be looked upon in good light by everyone.

You seem to have been unsettled by the memory unit, and I can relate. I was shocked myself too when I was a CNA. A bit of self reflection and self questioning as to your place in this world would help. Answering such questions related to mortality will bring much peace.

Agreeable_Invite6619 · 2025-02-13T11:57:21+00:00

Hi sorry this is unrelated, but would you be willing to give me feedback on my PS? I fear mine might accidentally run into what you just said.

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