Galen College

WildcatFanRN, BSN, RN · May 18, 2009

I want to get the leather ALL white Shox (which I think are the only Shox allowed). I have a pair of white mesh with silver, and I LOVE them! A former student suggested Veggies, which are like crocs, and only cost around $20.00. I may go that route, I don't know. I despise crocs, but if they make my piggies happy, then I'll get over it!
I bought a navy Jansport on Ebay for $36.00 plus 9.95 shipping. Here's the link: http://jansport.com/js_product_detail.php?cid=14&pid=TN89
Also, I looked up the books that we will need (***IF*** the books for 1st Qtr. stay the same as the present 1st Qtr. enrolled now). If we buy them through Edmap, the cost will be around 450.00 before tax, but if we go through Half.com, amazon, or Ebay, the cost will be around $268.00 before shipping.

Veggies are wonderful, cushy, lightweight, easy on the feet shoes. Getting your books through amazon.com, ebay, or even another student is MUCH cheaper than edmap. I got mine through barnes and nobles and got to use my discount card on all of them. I would HIGHLY suggest a rolling bookbag, suitcase. Trust me on this. When you see the size of the med/surg book you will understand, actually the size of MOST of your nursing books :eek: Also, unless things have changed drastically in a year there are no lockers so you'll need to carry all the books for the day in your book bag. Ms. Lanman said one time she thought we all looked like we were student flight attendents LOL. Also, you do not need to get an expensive stethoscope right now, just one that works. Save the expensive one for a graduation present. I still have my uniforms if anyone is of the larger persuation like size 22W-24W. Top, pants, and Lab Coat. I was going to donate them to the schools uniform return, but if anyone here needs them and they are the right size.

Hope this helps some. Get the cheapest, most comfortable shoes you can. Save the expensive stuff for later.

krltdy · May 18, 2009

Thanks Wildcat!

Is there a place to put lunches, or will I need to pack mine around with me?

Also, did I read in an earlier post of yours that you'd gotten a job in Suburban's Nicu?

WildcatFanRN, BSN, RN · May 18, 2009

Thanks Wildcat!
Is there a place to put lunches, or will I need to pack mine around with me?
Also, did I read in an earlier post of yours that you'd gotten a job in Suburban's Nicu?

When I was there they had one fridge to put things in, so you could imagine how stuffed it was. Your best bet is to bring something that doesn't require refrigeration. But, they might have more than one now. I alternated between bringing something and going out. There is a WONDERFUL Thai place on Brownsboro Rd not too far from the school, just take Zorn up to Brownsboro and turn right. It's a little way down, past Krogers on the right. It's next to Subway.

Yeah, I had gotten an RNA position in Suburban's NICU. PM me about it if you want preemiemama.

Tinam77 · May 18, 2009

Hello everyone! I'm new to this site. I have taken my test and now I'm waiting for my results by mail. I'm about ready to chew my fingernails off!

lasdrs07 · May 18, 2009

Welcome Tinam77! I took my test April 21st and STILL have not heard anything!! I am going crazy!!! I know exactly how you feel. I check the mail as soon as I get home every single day....lol. Good luck to you! :)

Tinam77 · May 18, 2009

Thanks, and the same to you! Have you called Carol for test results? She said it should only take a week...

michelleb72 · May 18, 2009

Wow lasdrs you should have heard something by now maybe you should call. I took the test on a Thursday and had the results the following Wednesday. I am sure you and Tina both did fine. Hey Tina quit doubting yourself your freaking me out! LOL:no:

lasdrs07 · May 18, 2009

Hey tinam77 and michelleb72! I've already got my test results back. I got a 187. I meant that I still haven't heard anything about if I've been accepted or not. I'm sorry! I wasn't very clear about what I meant...lol. When did you girls take your test? Are you wanting to start in July too?

Tinam77 · May 18, 2009

lasdrs Michelle will start in July at night. I will do the same if I have passed my test. Are you going nights or day?

michelleb72 · May 19, 2009

hey lasdrs I took my test March 12th got a 188. I got a phone call from Galen saying that I was accepted around the end of March. I told them I didn't want to start until the July class and was told they would just hold my acceptance packet and mail it the middle of May. I haven't seen it yet so I called this afternoon to see where mine is. I left a message but haven't heard back. I will let you know what I find out. Maybe you should call too. I would think you would have heard by now. GOOD LUCK!

lasdrs07 · May 19, 2009

I am wanting to go days in July. Congrats michelle on getting accepted! :) I called Allida Williams last Tuesday and she told me that the letters were being sent out in groups and that I would hear something within a week or week and a half. The same thing happened to acorne when she called. We've decided that maybe it has something to do with when we took our test. I don't know. I'm just starting to get really worried!! 1stLady2 and preemiemama called and Allida just told them over the phone that they were accepted. I don't want to call again and keep bugging her, but if I still haven't heard anything by the end of this week, then I may just call again. I'm driving myself crazy with this...lol!!!

KYERT · May 19, 2009

Congrats to all of you who have been accepted. I bet you are so excited! I'm really curious, what grants were you all able to get? And is the remaining cost covered by the Stafford loan? I'm very worried about the financial aid aspect of Galen.