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Hi, I'm a student nurse with 2 semesters to go Hurray!!! I received an externship for the summer in L&D and I'm thrilled because I love it! My question is to all of you..........I keep hearing that I should not go right into L&D after graduation because I need to build my med/surg skills and get a foundation before I specialize. I'd just like some feedback from all of you. Did any of you start in L&D right after graduation? Did you stay there? This has been my favorite rotation by far and I've always wanted to work in this area, but it's deflating to hear these comments because I thought I'd go right into this area after graduation if the opportunity presented itself. This is the main reason I applied for the externship, to gain as much experience as possible before graduation. Anyways, any insight is greatly appreciated. I can't wait to be where all of you are, I'm loving nursing school, even though it's difficult, it's bittersweet!

Excellent info, thank you. Where did you download most of your software for your PDA from, or was it several sites? I purchased a HP PDA today, can't wait to start using it, I have 3 weeks to get familiar. Love the idea of putting your chapters your are currently working on in a binder to cut down on amount and weight of books.

HI All, This may sound silly, but why get the books unbound and made into 3 hole? Does it make it easier to use once they are in a binder? Just curious, because I will be getting my books in 3 weeks and I'd like to do what works best. One more question, is the PDA something I should seriously consider purchasing? Thanks for all the wonderful info! Jennifer

I actually am enrolled at Baker and UofM, because of your same problem. I'm going with whichever I get in first. I am retaking a couple of classes at baker to get my GPA up, which I think is ridiculous, but I don't have a choice. I have 2 B's........... Anyways, the entry process for U of M is very intense and alot of work, but may be worth it. They do not just look at GPA, there are many other factors such as a Narrative that you write, references, you have to take the NET test, any work experience or credentials. So it's more of a whole person view, rather than just the grades which is nice. There is also limited enrollment like Baker, but maybe a better chance. Good luck to you!

Hi All, Just curious if anyone out there has any helpful tips. I'm currently putting together all of my information for entry into the program. Has anyone recently been accepted? Any useful information you would like to share? Thanks in advance!! Future RN - Jen