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  1. The real reason your failing in school

    If the op's conjecture on failure statistics was remotely accurate, why in the world would schools set their admission standards so high? They wouldn't... minimum criteria is established to gauge the...
  2. Cheating? Girl tells me to get a study girl so I can cheat

    I would guess the op is worried that if cheating is the norm, expectation is raised to a level that a legitimate student would not be able to handle. The concern would be should one be true to self...
  3. What Supplies Should I Get for School?

    Good advice so far. I think we are worried that we are setting ourselves up to be behind the curve, but it is just our nerves. At our orientation this week, we found out what we needed. Hopefully,...
  4. The Start of a New School Year

    Here's where age kicks in.... First day of orientation went like this... We were provided an iPad and everything we will ever need is now on it.... Where have all the text books and pens disappeared...
  5. The Start of a New School Year

    Thank you for this post... I have the first of a two day orientation tomorrow... My mind and body keeps switching from excited to nervous without my
  6. I Think I am ready. . .

    I'm sorry, but this post can't be serious. If I am wrong, I apologize and wish you success upon your
  7. Age

    Before I replied I almost increased the font size so your old self could read this, but them I remembered I enjoy irritating the elderly. I think you are on to something here. By the time you...
  8. There should more concern in asking males "so why did you choose law enforcement" than asking males "so why did you choose to be a nurse?" This thought makes me flash back to the movie Boiler Room...
  9. Any MPH students out there?

    I am half way done with MPH but am beginning a entry level MSN program on the 25th. Put MPH on hold for the time being. Determined to get DNP and finish MPH as well. It is quite possible that I...
  10. One more thing... Naturally, the competitiveness of the entry level option leads to more rejection. There is a trickle down effect of failed admittance into med schools, and PA programs are not the...
  11. Guilty love... Do not let the admissions process frustrate you. Things have to be difficult... If not, everyone would be doing it. It seems like schools are really in a position to be picky with...
  12. Psych guy... Congratulations on the job and I wish you the best of luck in attaining a mental health position. Sorry to the op for hijacking the post but this reply seems in line with routes to...
  13. I couldn't agree with you more PsychGuy, but I have to wonder if others have been so fortunate during their interviews. My assumption is based off of what others have suggested regarding entry level...
  14. We have a couple entry level MSN schools in the area that go the NP route and a couple that go the generalist entry with CNL. The direct entry NP programs in the area prepare you to sit for the NCLEX...
  15. Don't let anyone discourage you from picking a route that starts you off with the highest confirmed degree. Pick a program that is credible in the area you intend to practice. In my area, the...
  16. Well that was a bust

    One more thing...I couldn't help but volunteer a little of my world into your post. Your post just really hit home for me right
  17. Well that was a bust

    OK...here is my shot at a reply you would feel is not generic. By reading your post it seems you had your sights set at the top but underestimated the work required to climb the mountain. I know you...
  18. Stereotyping Male Nurses

    I have checked this topic out a few times, debated whether or not I was going to comment. Finally decided I am going to give my two cents. I am a 33 year old male father of two lil boys set to begin...
  19. Ultimately, an individual must take whatever route necessary to fulfill their dream. It just seems unfortunate that employers would generalize an applicant by the perception of a degree. For me, I...
  20. Second thoughts/cold feet

    In my opinion, the title to your topic provides more insight into your dilemma and what you volunteered in your post. Could it be that you are smart, have always been told you are smart, but are...
  21. Thank you rsal27! I guess all we can do is try our best in anything we do and let the chips fall where they
  22. Thanks everyone for your responses. My program doesn't replace the RN with the CNL. I will be a master's prepared RN with a CNL certificate. My program directors advised me that my degree would not...
  23. Elmhurst College NME Program

    Meshi--your background is solid, especially the volunteering and shadowing which represents a dedication to a future in health care. When I interviewed, the interviewer commended me for volunteering....
  24. Elmhurst College NME Program

    Meshi--what direction do you intend to go in nursing? I saw that you were inquiring about olivet back in february...I too checked into their program around that time (time my second son was born!!!)....
  25. Elmhurst College NME Program

    Meshi, I found out I was admitted late feb...I was told they are going to narrow it down to 16 students for this fall. While I was going through the application process I was advised they will be...