So, my school has this award they give out at the end of the semesters. Its a professionalism award, I have now applied twice. I have also not been chosen twice. :/
The first time I applied for the award I knew I was not going to win, there was a gentleman far more professional than I, however this time I really thought I had a good chance of winning. I am on time for classes, and always prepared. Always taking the time to help a friend even when I myself may not have the time.
I was told that a girl in my class, same semester, and who I have become very fond of was chosen for the award. I am so terribly bummed out about this that I have been an emotional roller coaster today. I want to support her and I will, but I wanted this award so bad. I can apply again next semester but at this point its been twice and they haven't chosen me nor have they told me why or what I could do better......
I was really counting in this to lift my spirits. I get good grades, I had a 3.89 GPA coming into the program and met all the criteria.... (soooo bummed right now)
The reason I thought I would get the award rather than the other girls is because they are always saying cuss words and interrupting class. Just recently the girl who won was caught by the Instructor flipping another girl off that sits behind her...She has also been to a liquor store with the branded uniform on....I think im more confused than anything. I conduct myself and have high standards for clinical rotations.....So I was wondering should I re apply and fret about not being chosen again next semester or should I tough it out and just do it.....
Why is giving an award so much power and meaning even a thing? If you know, in your "hearts of hearts" that you have done your best, why is being recognized a sign of validation?
Be the best you can be, work hard, and show constant interest and growth. Rewards, whether they be intrinsic or extrinsic, will come.
FutureNurseInfo
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Unless it is an award that warrants money, I would not bother.