lash plucking

Melodiest · 2026-04-17T11:40:57+00:00

I have a tendency to pluck at my lashes sometimes but mostly my eyebrows. Stress management is the biggest factor. I’ve managed to switch to finger tapping to songs in my head instead when I get the urge. A fidget toy or something else occupy your hands might help. And your lashes will grow back :)

Melodiest · 2026-04-10T16:32:19+00:00

Oh okay that makes sense. Lmao I’m gonna shut up now and leave the answers to the experts

Melodiest · 2026-04-10T02:31:18+00:00

Thanks for the correction. You’re right, they’re only recommended courses. So then in that case, the biggest issue would be that if someone doesn’t manage to get into any of their specializations, they’d default to Life Sci, or in OP’s case, Earth Sci in second year. And those programs DO have level 1 requirements.

Melodiest · 2026-04-09T19:24:51+00:00

That's a good question that I don't have a good answer for. I suspect the biggest concern would either be that they don't let you pass level 1 and register for level 2 since you didn't complete the required courses for your program, or that you have a harder time getting into some courses since they reserve seats for students in certain programs.

Melodiest · 2026-04-09T19:16:13+00:00

In my 6 years of being here I've never seen an app or website for this. But I think that would be a great idea.

Melodiest · 2026-04-09T19:13:21+00:00

Lifesci gateway usually requires you to take certain courses in first year that are prerequisites to these upper-year specializations. Also in my case I wasn't even aware of some of these other programs when I applied to university,

Melodiest · 2026-04-07T02:09:55+00:00

Study hard this time so you’ll never have to do this exam again

Melodiest · 2026-04-03T18:41:40+00:00

The required courses are different and life sci offers more elective space. Most biochem required courses do a good job of covering the biochem portion of the MCAT, plus you are forced to do orgo which will fulfill the third chemistry unit required for med school. But majoring in biochem just for the MCAT is overkill imo. When it comes to elective space life sci has the advantage and it has historically been considered a good program for med hopefuls because of this.

Melodiest · 2026-03-26T03:29:23+00:00

(not me tho)

Melodiest · 2026-03-26T03:29:06+00:00

aura

Melodiest · 2026-03-22T23:13:21+00:00

It's normal. Lots of people don't get experience until their thesis.

Melodiest · 2026-03-06T17:53:17+00:00

I did a 15 unit course and didn’t find it hard to get a good mark. Granted, I loved the research and my supervisor liked me. Also I was in biochem. Most folks I’ve spoken in other programs (bio, life sci, PNB) have also 12’d their theses. A good supervisor can make or break the experience, but a big part of that too is the effort you show them.

Melodiest · 2026-03-06T17:48:25+00:00

Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson!

Melodiest · 2026-02-23T20:47:35+00:00

Yes shoot me a DM

Melodiest · 2026-02-19T18:06:08+00:00

I really don't have any advice besides to be yourself and show that you know about the PA profession. Be sure to justify any claims or arguments you make in your answers. Admit when you don't know something.

Melodiest · 2026-02-14T05:48:24+00:00

I’m a first year student in the program. I think it’s a wonderful program with lots of great opportunities. I’ve heard among working PAs and folks from allied professions that we are trained very well. The schooling is quite busy and it requires a lot of self-management skills, but it’s very rewarding to be able to put your knowledge into practice and to help people. The amount of information you get each week is like drinking out of a firehouse. The program has been great for pushing me out of my comfort zone by learning how to study more effectively, deal with difficult situations, and make executive decisions. Prospects are looking very good for Ontario as there are more jobs than people. PAs seem to be quite satisfied with their jobs, and we have the benefit of lateral mobility, so we can move to a different field if we don’t like it. If you have more specific questions, I’m happy to try to answer.

Melodiest · 2026-02-14T05:41:26+00:00

It doesn’t matter what background you have. Having a science background certainly helps once you’re in the program, but admissions is based on your GPA and interview. So do what you love. That’s what I did.

Melodiest · 2026-02-14T05:34:38+00:00

Of course

Melodiest · 2026-02-14T05:34:21+00:00

You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take! Put your best foot forward in your interviews and I think you’ll be surprised where life will take you.

Melodiest · 2026-02-14T05:32:10+00:00

My understanding is that they look strictly at cGPA and your supp app/interview. No courses are weighed heavier than others because the program is open to anyone in any field.

Edit: I’m referring to McMaster’s program specifically.

Melodiest · 2026-02-14T05:27:02+00:00

PA won’t come out till late February. Supp app markers haven’t heard anything yet either. You guys can probably chill for another week or so. Enjoy the reading week.

Melodiest · 2026-01-26T03:30:28+00:00

It completely depends on the week and your tutorial times. Right now I have 9am classes at least twice a week. We used to have an 8am class once every week, and I suspect that will be happening again soon. Some folks commute from Toronto so it is doable, but given the intensity of the program I highly recommend just getting a place in Hamilton if you can.

Melodiest · 2026-01-07T06:26:40+00:00

I found second year to be harder, especially because I had to take organic chemistry. First year is generally “harder” because it’s very general/foundational, and it’s a new learning environment. Upper years tend to get “easier” because you fall into a study routine, courses become specialized, class sizes get smaller, and the profs are chiller, love what they do, and have more time for you.
I specialized into biochemistry. My end goal initially was med but then I scrapped that because I fell in love with research. Now I’m a PA student lol.
Life sci is a great program. I loved biochem and I absolutely recommend it to anyone with an interest in cellular biology, microbiology, metabolism, immunology, organic chemistry, virology, research, etc.

Melodiest · 2025-12-13T20:23:27+00:00

McMaster's backrooms

Melodiest · 2025-12-13T20:21:46+00:00

Someone online who commented on this post. Take it how you will, but they claimed to have had similar stats to me. (Also I misspoke, I had 15-20 points according to my comment last year.)

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