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  1. Suggestions For Energy

    I totally hear you on this one, I work full time and am taking two classes (but am on a quarter, not semester, system-- maybe our course load is the same then?) I get up around 4:30-5am and then try...
  2. What is the best computer to have for school?

    I personally have a Macbook Air and I love it. I had a Macbook before and I really appreciate how lightweight the Air is comparatively. Nice to stick in my backpack when I go to the library to study....
  3. Beyond the assigned homework and the study guides the prof gives us, I do flash cards on Quizlet. I also recently purchased "Chemistry for the Utterly Confused." It's helpful because it explains...
  4. Financial aid issue/aggravation

    The way that financial aid works (as I'm sure you're aware), is they typically use your award to pay your tuition and fees first, and then disburse any remaining monies to you. Without seeing figures,...
  5. Too old? Too young?? Career? Question:)

    What age did you decide to go into nursing? Originally, I was 17 when I first decided. But I went back and forth many times, finally deciding for certain this past year (I'm 25). When did you...
  6. What about scholarships? Have you spoken to the prospective 40-60k program about financial aid options based on merit? There are SO many scholarships out there, student loans may not be your sole...
  7. umass boston nursing fall 2015

    I'm planning to apply for the next cohort (fall 2016 entry), so I hope you guys don't mind if I ask some questions! The website seems to be inconsistent and I can't get a response from admissions....
  8. Anyone need chemistry or math help?

    This is great! I am currently taking Chemistry and I'm sure I'll have some questions (we're in week
  9. Hours of Sleep

    Hi everyone! I thought this might be a kinda fun topic. I work full time and attend school "3/4 time," so sometimes sleep takes a backseat to things like studying. This leaves me at getting around 6-7...
  10. Statistics - Resources???

    Try checking out
  11. U Mass Boston Clinical Sites

    Good Morning AN! Does anybody know some of the clinical sites U Mass Boston is affiliated with? Their website states "The College of Nursing and Health Sciences has affiliation agreements with over...
  12. U Mass Boston Clinical Sites

    Thank you! That's very helpful. I'm looking at their traditional
  13. Happy hump day everyone! I thought a fun midweek topic would be to share how many pre-reqs you have left to complete. I'm completing my AAS and nursing pre-reqs simultaneously (it's basically a...
  14. Which is better?

    You may want to see if you qualify for a financial aid package before ruling the community college option all the way out. Also, working as a CNA prior to going through LPN/LVN schooling will likely...
  15. How many pre-reqs do you have to go?

    That's nice your school will let you apply while you're taking them! My friend is taking those classes together right now and she says it's intense. But we're on a quarter system (12 weeks), not...
  16. Would you work while taking prenursing courses?

    I feel like it really depends on you and your personal compacity. Have you tried adding up the hours you'll be in class, studying (recommended 2hrs per 1hr in class or more), sleeping, ect. and see...
  17. Studying

    Pomodoro study
  18. Chemistry

    Thank you to everyone for the helpful comments and great resources. I know that part of being able to succeed in this course is not psyching myself out and you've all helped with my confidence with...
  19. College questions

    The best information that you can get is if you set up an appointment with the BSN advisors at each school you're looking at. Requirements and processes can vary school to
  20. Where and when do you study?

    I focus best in the school library and in the mornings. Studying at home can work, as long as I eliminate any/all distractions and have a designated study spot
  21. Back To School Supplies :-)

    These are my essentials: large planner (for assignments and what/when to study) binder with dividers (one for each class-- I do 1 section for each chapter), loose leaf lined paper or spiral notebook...
  22. post your fall class schedule

    Pacific Northwest Geography and Intercultural Communication. Non pre-req classes to finish up my general ed
  23. ADN to MSN bridge?

    I'm currently working on pre-reqs for my school's ADN program. I realize ADN jobs are slowly going the way of the dodo, so I have planned on doing a BSN bridge after I graduate and obtain my first...
  24. Any MA students?

    I'm going to be applying to an MA program and would love to chat with any current MA students. Looks like there are mostly CNAs only, though
  25. 2 finals in one wk

    Have you tried the Pomodoro Technique of studying? 25min study, 5min break, 25min study, 5min break, 25min study, 15-30min break and then repeat. I find it really helpful for keeping my ADHD brain...