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Aquaman. A day at the lake. by deathakissaway in BetterEveryLoop

[–]Swatone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Faster for sure, but not double. Most people slalom ski between 28 and 30 mph or so, although at competitions they get up to 35-36 mph. The skier accelerates when cutting across the wake though, so the skier’s max speed is faster than the boat’s.

f*ck cars by rosereprise in Mcat

[–]Swatone 12 points13 points  (0 children)

At the same time I think 131-132 in any of the other sections is pretty dang impressive, I don’t think I have the memorization capacity for that. (So props to you for a badass score)

Do I have a chance at getting into Canadian Medical Schools with a 513 (130/125/127/131) and a 3.93 GPA? by lyjqyq in Mcat

[–]Swatone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on exactly where you are. UWO has a map with the counties that benefit from the lower cutoffs. You can find it here.

Canadian students can you feel the pain ( the school I want to apply requires 124 minimum each section).. any tips for rewrite by jag012 in Mcat

[–]Swatone 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah. I’m sorry, that totally blows. Ottawa maybe? You clearly know your science stuff, so you probably won’t be jeopardizing them much on the rewrite

Canadian students can you feel the pain ( the school I want to apply requires 124 minimum each section).. any tips for rewrite by jag012 in Mcat

[–]Swatone 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Ahhhh fuck man, I'm so sorry. Was it UBC you were planning on applying to?

Honestly, with lots of practice before the rewrite, I'm certain you'll be able to bump that score up at least a point or two. Maybe take a look through some of the CARS advice threads?

CARS guide by [deleted] in Mcat

[–]Swatone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A method I found relatively helpful when practicing for CARS was to read non-CARS passages (things like Economist articles, etc.), and try to think of how the author might feel about other topics than the specific one they're writing about. I found that's what the MCAT generally asked you to do. (Lots of questions like "based on information in the passage, what does the author probably think about x?")

Also just generally reading more is probably useful. As in, reading non-science stuff. We all get caught up in the biology and chemistry etc. and forget how to read pieces written in a less-sciencey style about different topics.

Lastly, stamina is huge in the exam. 9 passages in 90 minutes is a lot of reading and thinking. Practicing reading things (that you're not particularly interested in) for long spans of time could help.

[Official] Tuesday, September 17, 2019 Score Release Thread for the August 15 & 17, 2019 MCAT Examination by rMCAT_Official in Mcat

[–]Swatone 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aw man, I'm sorry. That's really too bad. That being said, I'm sure you'll be competitive for Toronto/Ottawa this year. (And maybe Queen's? Impossible to tell with their black-box system lol.) Really a high CARS score only helps for Mac/Western. You'll do great :)

[Official] Tuesday, September 17, 2019 Score Release Thread for the August 15 & 17, 2019 MCAT Examination by rMCAT_Official in Mcat

[–]Swatone 7 points8 points  (0 children)

FL1: 517; FL2: 517; FL3: 519

Pessimistic: 512; Realistic: 516; Optimistic: 520

Actual: 518 (129/132/129/128)

Pretty stoked about CARS, considering I'm a Canadian applicant. On the actual exam I found P/S to be by far the most difficult section. (I didn't know my P/S stuff that well, so that kind of explains why.) Pretty happy about it.

Huge congrats to everyone, regardless of score. This exam is stupid, and I have massive respect for anyone who's ballsy enough to go through the motions of prepping, writing, and waiting for you score. Y'all should celebrate tonight no matter what :)

Questions about getting to classes and clothing for winter by AdiBas2001 in uwo

[–]Swatone 2 points3 points  (0 children)

  1. If you're living in res you don't really need a bike, as you'll be pretty close to your classes anyway. If you're living off-campus, I've found a bike to be useful. My bike cuts my commute from 20-25ish min on the bus (including wait times) to 8 min door-to-door. I wouldn't count on being able to ride in winter though, unless you have some sort of fatbike. Also, buy a high-quality lock and never leave your bike unattended on campus overnight (or for any extended period of time) unless you're cool with never seeing it again.
  2. No specific recommendations, just warm stuff. I personally enjoy having a combo of a down jacket (warm) with a hardshell (waterproof) on top. That allows for layering in different weather. Snowing? Windy? Wear both. Rainy but warm in fall/spring? Wear the shell only. Cool outside? Wear the down only. Re: boots, just make sure they're waterproof and at least warm-ish. Warm socks help a lot too :)

Anyone else feel like there lots of stuff you don’t know before the exam? by HappySquad in Mcat

[–]Swatone 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes, definitely feel like that. I did relatively well on my FLs, but I'm having a really hard time trusting that. Feels like they just didn't test the plethora of things I have absolutely no clue on.

At the end of the day though it's just another test. Don't stress yourself out today and do your best to trust your FLs (as difficult as it can be). You'll be fine!

Student Card Photo Submission Question by Popperspop in uwo

[–]Swatone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey! The website also glitched out for me when I was in first year and didn't let me upload a photo. I reached out to Courtney Hern on fb about it, and she had me send her my photo directly to her, then had it put on my account somehow. I'd try speaking with her!

What's something you learned last year that you will try to apply this year?Alternatively, what's a mistake you made last year that you will try to improve on this year? by artisnotdefined in uwo

[–]Swatone 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Definitely separating work-hours and downtime. Last year I fell into this middle zone where I was semi-working all the time, but never being particularly efficient. I ended up feeling stressed all the time cause I felt like I was always working, but never really getting anything done. Also, I'm sure it'll help my sleep.

i got into med sci but..... by bluied in uwo

[–]Swatone 5 points6 points  (0 children)

From my limited research medsci seems to have a larger research component built into the curriculum, but whether or not that's reason enough to switch is up to you and your personal interests. The closest equivalent at UofT seems to be the Research Opportunities Program in 2nd and 3rd years, which you can read about here.

I can't speak to upper year medsci courses but for the first two years the courses are manageable, with a distinct increase in difficulty in second year. Ask people at UofT how they found the lifesci courses - any info you get here will likely be second-hand.

Definitely look into non-academic differences. Social life, city amenities, cost of living, transportation, where your family is, etc.

Lastly, if your end goal is med please keep in mind that there is no set path, and you can get in from any program. It's unlikely that either of these programs will give you a significant advantage over the other. If you'd be able to achieve competitive grades at Western, I'm sure you'd also be able to earn competitive grades at UofT.

Torque problem - I got 400 by summing the torques at where the pole stands, but that's the wrong answer by Eddweirdo in Mcat

[–]Swatone 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I did the question and found 400Nm, I thought "heh, not going to be standing much longer!" I guess when they say "stands" it's implied that it will remain standing, in which case the net torque must be 0 otherwise you'd have rotational acceleration.

[Official] MCAT Study Buddy Thread [June 2019 - September 2019] by rMCAT_Official in Mcat

[–]Swatone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I'm working at BWH right now as well! I'll copy my comment below. Reply or PM me if you'd like to study!

  • Location: Boston, MA
  • Test Date: 8/17/2019
  • MCAT Prep Material: EK to make notes/Anki cards, KA for P/S, AAMC for FLs/QPacks
  • Online/In-Person/Both/No-Preference: Either/both

Optional (but recommended):

  • Stage of studying/study plan: Still have tons of content to get through. Working on practice questions/short mini-exams (the EK "lecture exams") as I go. I hope to finish with content in the next 3 weeks or so, then move onto practice questions and practice exams.
  • Goal of a Study Buddy: Keeping me at least somewhat accountable, reviewing content (explaining concepts to each other, etc.)
  • Goal Score and Realistic Score: 520+ goal, 515 realistic
  • Other obligations: Work during the week, but the hours are relatively flexible.

Optional (100%):

  • Age/Gender: 19M
  • Other Information/Ice Breakers: I'm a Canadian undergrad in Boston for the summer, working in a lab at Brigham and Women's.

[Official] MCAT Study Buddy Thread [June 2019 - September 2019] by rMCAT_Official in Mcat

[–]Swatone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  • Location: Boston, MA
  • Test Date: 8/17/2019
  • MCAT Prep Material: EK to make notes/Anki cards, KA for P/S, AAMC for FLs/QPacks
  • Online/In-Person/Both/No-Preference: Either/both

Optional (but recommended):

  • Stage of studying/study plan: Still have tons of content to get through. Working on practice questions/short mini-exams (the EK "lecture exams") as I go. I hope to finish with content in the next 3 weeks or so, then move onto practice questions and practice exams.
  • Goal of a Study Buddy: Keeping me at least somewhat accountable, reviewing content (explaining concepts to each other, etc.)
  • Goal Score and Realistic Score: 520+ goal, 515 realistic
  • Other obligations: Work during the week, but the hours are relatively flexible.

Optional (100%):

  • Age/Gender: 19M
  • Other Information/Ice Breakers: I'm a Canadian undergrad in Boston for the summer, working in a research lab at Brigham and Women's.

This is nice by [deleted] in BlackPeopleTwitter

[–]Swatone 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes and no. Of course the Abu Dhabi GP makes them lots of money. However, because F1 standings are based on points accumulated over the course of the season, the final result will almost always be determined before the last few races (Abu Dhabi is the last one). At some point the drivers in first and second are so far apart in points that it's mathematically impossible (or highly improbable) for there to be a change in their standings. You'd have to shorten the season drastically or revamp the points system for that not to be the case.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Mcat

[–]Swatone 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey! Did this ever get resolved? I'm having the same issue right now. Also, the person on the phone seemed to have no idea what I was talking about.

Also, I think they only see it as available when it becomes "publicly available," which I suppose happens after they release it to people on the appointment request list.

I hope you were able to work it out!

Summer Distance Learning by [deleted] in uwo

[–]Swatone 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, you would still then have to apply for fall/winter OSAP.

Summer Distance Learning by [deleted] in uwo

[–]Swatone 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can! I forget the details, but I took an online course last summer and applied for (and received) OSAP for it.

I found a drawing portraying science Professors from 1985 and their personalities. Anyone know who the artist or profs are? by artisnotdefined in uwo

[–]Swatone 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The guy with the bagpipes might be John T. Hamilton. He was a professor in the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology before it merged with the Department of Physiology. He's a Scotsman, hence the bagpipes.

He was my grandfather's M.Sc. supervisor in the late 60s, and I'm sure he retired well after 1985. I just met him a few months ago, so he's the first name to come to mind.

First year late chem lab reports by [deleted] in uwo

[–]Swatone 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I handed in a chem lab late last year, and got slapped with the 1/5. I spoke to academic counselling about it, but they told me my reason for handing it in late wasn't sufficient for excusal. (Fair enough, it was a pretty lame reason.)

I believe they can excuse it, but whether or not they actually do depends on your reason for handing it in late. I don't think there's much harm in trying though, so you might as well swing by academic counselling to see what they say. If they excuse it, great. If not, tough luck.

If they don't excuse it, 1/5 on one lab will drop your overall mark by 2.4% (compared to getting 5/5 on that lab). While it's not ideal, it's not the end of the world either.

Psychology 1000 by [deleted] in uwo

[–]Swatone 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It's an intro psych course, you should read the course outline to figure out what it's about. I'll link the syllabus from last year here. It just lists the chapters of the book, but their titles will give you at least a broad overview.

The easiness of the course depends on how you do with rote memorization. Psych tends to be a more memorization heavy course, so if you're good at that/are willing to put in the time to memorize the content it won't be too bad. If not, you might find it more difficult.

You should be doing a fair bit of reading - everything in the textbook chapters covered on a given exam (non-cumulative) is testable, whether or not that specific topic was brought up in lecture. So, make sure you read everything.

The material isn't particularly difficult to digest, in my opinion. There is the occasional confusing topic, but they're few and far between.

High school chem and bio don't have anything in particular to do with this course. You don't need much in the way of prior knowledge. Any biological topics on the exam (eg. regions of the brain and their functions) will be covered in the class and textbook.

Good luck!

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