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  1. Preferential Treatment at Clinicals

    guavaturtle posted a topic in General Students

    This might sound funny, but a friend of mine who is in nursing school said that because she did not go to a more "prestigious school" she sort of got the cold shoulder at clinicals compared to those...

  2. Cypress College

    guavaturtle replied to guavaturtle's topic in California Nursing

    That's the

  3. Cypress College

    guavaturtle replied to guavaturtle's topic in California Nursing

    Bookstore is a ripoff ! You're welcome, feel free to buy me an ice cream with all that money you

  4. Cypress College

    guavaturtle replied to guavaturtle's topic in California Nursing

    and I'm sure someone will ask...I got all my books on Amazon. If you're a student you can enroll for their "prime" status and all your books will arrive on two days shipping. I got all my books new,...

  5. Cypress College

    guavaturtle replied to guavaturtle's topic in California Nursing

    they said during the info session that you'll get an add code first day of class. Also if you look on the schedule of classes online..you should be able to find a "text" link that will bring you to...

  6. Cypress College

    guavaturtle replied to guavaturtle's topic in California Nursing

    Congrats!

  7. Cypress College

    guavaturtle replied to guavaturtle's topic in California Nursing

    I heard dress casually, but try to wear a white collared shirt...or something with a collar when they take your

  8. Cypress College

    guavaturtle replied to guavaturtle's topic in California Nursing

    thaismile..you need to clear your private messages inbox or I can't send you anymore messages

  9. Cypress College

    guavaturtle replied to guavaturtle's topic in California Nursing

    CongraTs!

  10. What kind of BAG do I carry all this stuff in?

    guavaturtle replied to pedneurornhopeful's topic in General Students

    I think some people carry their huge rolling bags to make it look like they have so many books that they actually study, to look like they're super smart and studious. At least I had a classmate like...

  11. Annoyed by nursing commerical they keep running

    guavaturtle replied to Missy77's topic in General Students

    Sort of unrelated, but just read CNN's post about "best bets for jobs in 2011" and of course they listed nursing. The article said that a large number of nurses are expected to retire in the next...

  12. What will YOU do with your first "real" paycheck!?

    guavaturtle replied to DZcarrie's topic in General Students

    cash it all into one dollar bills and make a giant "chinese fan" with it....and then proceed to fan myself with

  13. Preferential Treatment at Clinicals

    guavaturtle replied to guavaturtle's topic in General Students

    Interesting...I wonder if my friend actually noticed that when other students from other programs were around...or if it was something she just sort of heard from another person. Either way, it was a...

  14. Cypress College

    guavaturtle replied to guavaturtle's topic in California Nursing

    I emailed cypress' CNSA about the CPR program, and Sally (one of our instructors) said to just show up with your CNSA id # and some

  15. Starting in two weeks! So excite!

    guavaturtle posted a topic in General Students

    After 2 years of prereq BS, I'm finally starting in two weeks! I'm excited to be getting into a field and profession that really interests me...and working towards my 4th bachelors degree, lol. Got...

  16. Starting in two weeks! So excite!

    guavaturtle replied to guavaturtle's topic in General Students

    Thanks! I would gladly trade for all maroon. Mine is not only white, but somewhat see through! Huuba huuba! Best of luck to you as

  17. Cypress College

    guavaturtle replied to guavaturtle's topic in California Nursing

    thank

  18. Starting in two weeks! So excite!

    guavaturtle replied to guavaturtle's topic in General Students

    Aww thank you! I've always believed that with everything you do, you need to have not only professionalism, but also a positive outlook. It will get you far, because like you said...no one likes a...

  19. Starting in two weeks! So excite!

    guavaturtle replied to guavaturtle's topic in General Students

    -->I As for my uniform? It's just all white, but I look like a cross between a marshmallow and the Michelin tire

  20. Anyone else really nervous?

    guavaturtle replied to texasmum's topic in General Students

    I agree with Bella, just have to grind through it, keep your eye on the prize. Works for many aspects in life =) Also, that dancing thing is amazing

  21. Encouraging students

    guavaturtle replied to AOx1's topic in General Students

    You're right, encouragement really goes a long way. When I was in high school (like...10 years ago) my grades sucked badly. I was a straight C and D student. However, I had a really awesome chemistry...

  22. going back to nursing school in 2 weeks is like going into the dreaded pit of ****

    guavaturtle replied to fleurafor's topic in General Students

    Isn't it awesome that no matter where you go for whatever degree, there is always at least one person in class like this? It's annoying yes, but I try to see it as entertainment so I don't get upset....

  23. Cypress College

    guavaturtle replied to guavaturtle's topic in California Nursing

    It sucks that the college can't just give waitlist spots of those who didn't "reserve" their seat in the program. I think the best bet is just going to the first day of class-- whoever didn't reserve...

  24. Cypress College

    guavaturtle replied to guavaturtle's topic in California Nursing

    I'll see you guys there

  25. Cypress College

    guavaturtle replied to guavaturtle's topic in California Nursing

    happy new year to you