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I am just fininshing my first semester of Chemistry and my first semester of A&P. I am working full time, have not been to school since 1978, and am loving every class! I am currently getting a 97% in A&P. I only tell you this because I am going to tell you my secret - maybe there is something to it. 1) I determine to STAY INTERESTED in every topic. I am determined to know and understand everything I can. Time spent in lecture, lab, and study at home when I am distracted or bored is time wasted...better not to do it. 2) If I can find or make the time (which I seldom can), I read throught the material before it is presented in lecture. 3) In class, I seldom bring a book or paper. I listen to the teacher, trying to follow everything he is presenting, asking relevant questions as they come to mind (oh, I also sit in the very front row); if I have time I stay after to ask questions. 4) Before each announced quiz or test I find quality time to read carefully through the relevant chapter, making sure that I understand what I am reading; I will even stop and do a Googal search to try and better visualize or understand something if I feel the need (yes, it takes me awhile to read). I will also make use of available online textbook resources like quizzes, animations, study guides, etc. 5) When I take the test, I mark my test with a "-" beside every question that I am not positive about and an "x" beside every one that I definitely do not know. Then I grade myself before I turn the exam in 1/2 of all the "-" and all of the "x" I consider missed. Later, when I review the exam, these are the questions that I especially look at and restudy for any future exams. 6) Finally, and most importantly, (I promise you I am not preaching) since I confidently believe that God created the body and therefore understands it perfectly, I ask Him to help me to understand what He made and to understand Him better as I appreciate His creativity. It is true that man has put confusing names to all of it, but it is God's work anyway. I also expect that it would make sense for me to try to make use of what I am learning so that I can be as healthy as I can be - that would show appreciation for the Creator.

Thanks for the thoughts. Where are you at in your program (current student, graduated, etc.)?

I originally applied to only one program (the most convenient one for me). I was quite optimistic. When I received my rejection letter I was very suprised and disappointed, but I was also very glad that I still had time to apply to other schools. So, determined to get in somewhere for 2007, I applied to 6 more schools. It's a nuisance but worth it to get what you want. Although, I must add that if I had a 9 out of 10 point score and there were more than 5 openings, I probably would not sweat it either (unless you are in my position of having to get in ASAP)

I live in an area where it is quite difficult to get into the nursing program at any of the "local" colleges (maybe it is like this everywhere?!). Since I have a previous degree I am especially interested in an accelerated BSN program being offered locally. The program is new at this college and will begin with only 10 students. I am supposed to prepare a resume and will have an interview. I could use suggestions on either of these, especially what type of Resume to write. I am a 52-year old male and have done so many different things that my resume could look a lot of different ways! Thanks.