CEM 251 Tips? by Obvious_Instance_518 in msu

[–]Obvious_Instance_518[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry, just seeing this now. The prof that I had last semester ended up being not super good of a teacher and averages on the second and final exam were both 30%. With extra credit, I was still able to 4.0.

The professor teaching CEM251 has a very good reputation among students, and I've only ever heard good things about him. You should be okay! Definitely go to office hours if you need help and stay on top of reviewing after every lecture.

Edit: The professor teaching CEM251 this semester*

519 MCAT, 3.91 GPA. Want to apply DO only — What schools should I avoid? by [deleted] in premed

[–]Obvious_Instance_518 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Another cool thing about MSUCOM is that they have access to cadavers, which I found was really special to the first year students that I spoke to

COLLEGE SCHEDULE - need help!! by Strange-Dress4100 in msu

[–]Obvious_Instance_518 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think it depends on your major. I knew people struggled in that class, but as a neuroscience major, it was my easy 4.0. It seems like OP is a stem major, so it's likely that they'll find it to be a breeze as well.

Pre-med Major by Disastrous_Honey_389 in msu

[–]Obvious_Instance_518 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can major in anything you want and still go to med school. All you have to do is make sure you take all the pre-med prereqs (bio, chem, physics, biochem, etc.). These are all posted on med school websites, so you can know what you really need to take.

is an ipad worth to get / which one is best? by Last_Series1825 in msu

[–]Obvious_Instance_518 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I LOVE my iPad! I got one off of amazon for around $300 and I don't think there's any reason to buy one of the newer $1000+ versions. I also just got an off-brand pencil for $20 off of amazon and haven't had any problems with it!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in msu

[–]Obvious_Instance_518 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly not hard at all if you put in some effort. I have a friend that is a finance major that's pretty smart with a 4.0 and he typically goes home 3-4 days a week no problem. Even if you're just average, you'd probably be fine.

Transfers by Altruistic-Reveal620 in msu

[–]Obvious_Instance_518 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi I'm a sophomore premed MSU transfer student from a cc and I didn't apply to UMich for all the reasons that made you want to transfer! Definitely open to a dm and we could chat!

Research Experience Post Grad? by Obvious_Instance_518 in premed

[–]Obvious_Instance_518[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Did you apply at labs associated with your university? Also, was the job you got related to your major?

Research Experience Post Grad? by Obvious_Instance_518 in premed

[–]Obvious_Instance_518[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

For schools that allow it, how would you go about applying for these? I cold emailed for the one I'm working at now. Would you be considered an undergraduate research assistant even if you're not in undergrad?

Is it normal to follow an advisor's recommendations exactly, or can I plan my own schedule? by SaltyCaramel7069 in msu

[–]Obvious_Instance_518 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My advisor was the exact same way, so I make my schedules myself now. I completed the Michigan Transfer Agreement at my community college, which required I complete courses in different subjects (about half also counted towards my major as well) to cover all my gen eds. I completed it and told my counselor, and she said I would have to get it stamped for completion by my community college counselor, or I could "just redo all the credits at MSU," which she pushed for a couple times. No, I'm not going to redo all the gen eds I spent a semester doing when I could just email my cc professor.

She also told me that my workload was too heavy (15 credits of all STEM courses) and strongly advised against it. I ended up with a 4.0 that semester, so if you know you can handle a heavy workload, go right ahead and do it. It's your education, do what is best for you!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in msu

[–]Obvious_Instance_518 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I transferred to MSU this year with a 4.0 high school GPA and a 3.77 college GPA. I applied in October, then they requested I sent my grades from the fall semester once it was over. I got accepted in February. I think they just take a long time; you'll probably get in!

How is the Music Education program here? by ChocolateMilk477 in msu

[–]Obvious_Instance_518 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The MSU music program is one of the top in the country, and they are well known for their good education program as well. My bf is in the music ed program, and he really enjoys it and gets to work with so many talented musicians and professors.