Just got my Emory letter

bsugaRN2b · Mar 14, 2006

...I will have the ability to do the volunteering that I so much would like to do and I would just like to see where GPC can lead me and if it is not what I want it to be, you will all see me in the near future saying that I am Emory ready. Good luck to everyone and I will be keeping in touch.

To westheat - Don't worry, just come when you're ready, lol, I am fully aware that I am more than a bit Emory-biased, haha, my history as a patient w/Emory Healthcare for the past decade plus some goes back waaaaaaaay too far to even begin explaining here - but seriously, as long as you've given it thought, and didn't make a decision like I would, on four hours of sleep, a headache, and no caffiene in system (a recipe for instant disaster)! :)

And since you mention volunteering, I have two suggestions: one, try volunteering at Egelston or Scottish Rite since a)they're affiliated w/Emory, and b)you like kids! I'd do this too, except the commute for me would be a bit rough since I don't have a car and you do have to commit for 6 months. Emory can be biased, too - I have a feeling that volunteering for them would get you bonus points! Check 'em out at http://www.choa.org.

Two, I just HAD to mention this organization that I volunteered for and had an absolute blast last summer (also somewhat Emory-related, as a few people on the board of directors here are Emory MD's and RN's)...ANYONE, especially if you live in Georgia, is welcome to come - feel free to check the website out, it's an organization that provides programs for kids w/diabetes, so if you've got the time, come help us out!

http://www.campkudzu.org

Best wishes!

~Adria :)

malarwen · Mar 28, 2006

I was going to do the same... get my ADN at GPC then a bachelors somewhere but the program there is ridiculous and they have a 50% dropout rate (they claim 100% pass rate on the exam but who cares when 50% dropout! Emory's is 98% pass but most people stay in the program and like it) because the program is very very stressful and too much information is taught that is not necessary. It's 3 years long (1 year prereq 2 years nursing)... you might as well take an extra year and complete the prereqs to go to emory. No one that has been to the GPC program that I know has liked it, and many have transfered halfway through it because it's too stressful and the amount of studying has prevented them from having any life outside of the school. Even the counselors advise that you go elsewhere.
I'd reconsider.

I started my first semester of nursing at GPC last January and so far so good. It's true that many students dropped - most of them for personal reasons (sick rellatives, divorce), some of them didn't pass check offs. It's a bit harder than other majors but it's also sooo interesting. And the faculty is helpfull, so I wouldn't be afraid to give it a shot!

laurawho7 · Mar 28, 2006

"The faculty of the Nell Hodsgon Woodruff School of Nursing has carefully reviewed your application materials and I am pleased to inform you that you have been accepted as a full-time student into the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program starting fall semester 2006.
Bla bla bla"
Yay for me! Anyone else going?
Male nurse here

Congrats Droopy! Well done! I'm sure you'll do well!:balloons:

KaraBear1121 · Mar 28, 2006

CONGRATS you two!!!! Best of luck in pursuing your dreams!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

odooma · Dec 13, 2008

Hi Droopy,

I am trying to send my application to Emory next week. I have written my essay but need feedback from emory students who have written the same essay before. I want it to be perfect. Can I send it to you so you can give me feedback please?

odooma · Dec 13, 2008

Hi, Adria

I am getting my essay ready to send in next week. I have written it but need a few pointers please. Can you help me out. I can send it to you.

143trinity · Jan 21, 2009

i was wondering if you still had your essay for emory and if i can read it? i know its been yrs..thank u