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  1. Baylor vs TWU

    alliestar posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    I am applying to nursing school in 2009. Background info: I'm 36 in a career change mode, work full time, 1 year old, husband and dog. I take my pre-reqs at night and on line. I have been focused...

  2. Tons of Questions for a tough decision

    alliestar posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have been going to school to get pre-reqs on and off for a few years. I lack 11 hours to apply to nursing school. I had to drop A and P II this Semester because of work. It's crazy here. And I...

  3. Old lady with 3.92 trying for TWU

    alliestar posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    Hello, I'm an older student, 35, going back to school. Graduated from UT Austin in '93. I have decided to make a career change. Just had a baby and make pretty decent money now. However, I really...

  4. Confused about salary and hourly pay adding up......

    alliestar replied to kgh31386's topic in General Nursing

    So what part of the country do you work in? I really hope it's Dallas Texas. Also, what size hospital and section do you work in.

  5. Tons of Questions for a tough decision

    alliestar replied to alliestar's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for that. I have been looking into an accelerated program that would get me in and out in 15 months. Thanks,

  6. Tons of Questions for a tough decision

    alliestar replied to alliestar's topic in General Nursing

    I actually have a Bachelors degree that I earned in 1993. After looking at the requirements, it would be better for me to earn a BSN instead of an associates. The loan would be to make up for cost...

  7. Did You Change Careers And Regret It?

    alliestar posted a topic in General Nursing

    Have any of you changed careers to become a nurse and regret it? If so,

  8. Confused about salary and hourly pay adding up......

    alliestar replied to kgh31386's topic in General Nursing

    Do you mind me asking what area you live in. I'm in Dallas, TX and was wondering about starting pay for RN at Baylor Downtown or Presbyterian.

  9. What do you like and what do you dislike?

    alliestar posted a topic in Nursing Career

    I have been struggling with trying to get my pre-reqs to apply to nursing school. Every time I get close, something happens in my life that makes me re-evaluate doing it and settling for the job I'm...

  10. Best Way to Prepare for the NET

    alliestar posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Any tips and advice on preparing for the NET? Thanks, Allie

  11. Baylor vs TWU

    alliestar replied to alliestar's topic in Texas Nursing

    Thank you for your input. It really helps. Something in my gut was telling me TWU, but everyone was like oh, Baylor, you should go there. However, they don't have to pay for the tuition. Thanks...

  12. Soooo Tired Of Studying?

    alliestar posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have one test and one practical left before the end of the semester in A&P I. I'm sooooo tired of studying and reaching burn out. All I have is special senses and endocrine for the test. The...

  13. Soooo Tired Of Studying?

    alliestar replied to alliestar's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yes, I'm taking Dr. Kirk's class. He's an awesome professor, but it's just a lot of material. Plus work is picking up this week. UGH! Hang in there and good luck. Allie

  14. Older Student Getting Frustrated

    alliestar posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello, I'm an older student, 36. I currently have a bachelors degree in a field going no where. I have been wanting to be a nurse since I was 29 and started taking pre-reqs then. Since then, life...

  15. Human Anatomy / A&P I Club for Fall 2007

    alliestar replied to Kensington's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm having trouble grasping the flow of cerebral spinal fluid. Can someone help me out?

  16. Older Student Getting Frustrated

    alliestar replied to alliestar's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You are awesome for accomplishing what you have done. Thank you for sharing. Great motivation.

  17. Older Student Getting Frustrated

    alliestar replied to alliestar's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Thank you for your input. I have all of the high ticket items from recently having a baby. Stroller, car seat, swing, all of that stuff. I"m going to put it on ebay and save that money. During...

  18. what seems to work best while studying......

    alliestar replied to hocke5716's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I make tons and tons of flash cards. The process of making the flash cards is half the part of studying. Plus you can take them anywhere with you.

  19. Older Student Getting Frustrated

    alliestar replied to alliestar's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Thank you for your response. It really made me smile.

  20. Trying for TWU Dallas. Do you have to have a 4.0?

    alliestar posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have 4 classes left to apply to TWU fast track and/or regular BSN program. They count 37 hours to calculate your GPA. I have and am hoping to have all As in these core classes except US History 2....

  21. How Much Time do You Spend Studying a Day for A&P

    alliestar posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm curious to see what it takes. How much time do you spend studying a day for

  22. Anyone else have the jitters?

    alliestar replied to Laniev's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    yes, yes, yes! I feel sick about it too. My first test in A&P is on the 17th, my son's first Birthday part is on the 15th, so I'm a little freaked out and nervous. I hope once the first test is...

  23. I could use a Pep Talk

    alliestar replied to alliestar's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Thanks for your reply. Good luck to you this semester.

  24. I could use a Pep Talk

    alliestar posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello, I'm 4 classes away from applying to nursing school. I recently had a baby, who is 11 months old now. I took my other pre-reqs before he was born. I also work Full+ time. I don't want to...

  25. I could use a Pep Talk

    alliestar replied to alliestar's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    All your responses were very helpful. Thank you for the boost.