University at Buffalo roll call

gkanwa · Apr 12, 2009

hi Julie, I love to start, except I am on a wait list for fall 09. I don't know my chances because the school doesn't tell me what number I am on the alternate list? I will surely let you know if any thing changes.:icon_roll

jfishie78 · Apr 12, 2009

Gkanwa,

I was also put on the wait list before being invited and I know people who were called 2 weeks before the program started to begin classes so you never know. Good luck and keep me posted!

gkanwa · Apr 13, 2009

Hi Julie,

Thanks for your reply, and congratulations:yeah: for your success. :up: When did you get the call? Did the school inform you via phone or mail? I am now eager and some what hopeful after reading your message that may be I do have a chance. Anyways I did get accepted to another program but UB is my first choice and even if I get the call at the last minute.... :uhoh3: if I am lucky...I will still go for UB's program.

jfishie78 · Apr 13, 2009

Gkanwa,

I was notified about 3 weeks after I received the waiting list letter by mail that I was invited into the program and it was the longest 3 weeks ever! So I know how you must feel. That's awesome that at least you have a back-up plan by being accepted into another program, you have to do what's best for you. Good luck in your decision!

judyrnbsnccrn · Apr 17, 2009

CONGRATS!!!!. Awsome school. Completed my BSN there as an non traditonal student. Excellent undergrad progam and I know the anesthesia program is mature and established. Downtown Buffalo is awsome and learn to utilize public transportation to and from the city hospitals. It'll save you parking money, and dangerous snow covered roads in the winter.!

Good Luck to you.

:yeah:

:twocents: :up:

dow18000 · May 7, 2009

julie congrats on your acceptance for fall 09...my gf is applying this summer for fall 10, would it be ok if i/we picked your brain about the application/interview process at UB? and congrats once again...mike

LindseyK · May 8, 2009

Hey Julie!

Congratulations on your acceptance! I, too, will be attending Buffalo in the fall. So glad you started this link. It's nice to know there is someone else out there! I am still in shock. What about you?! Currently I live in NYC and am very excited to start. I would love to chat some more and look forward to hearing from you! Hope all is well and let me know of an easy way to get in touch with you.

-Lindsey

jfishie78 · May 8, 2009

Lindsey,

I was beginning to think I was the only one out there! Congratulations to you as well, there was definitely some fierce competition this year! Yes I'm still in complete shock and a little nervous at what I've gotten myself into Are you familiar with the Buffalo area at all? I moved here a year ago and have been working as a travel nurse until school starts. Buffalo's a fun little city, especially since the weather's getting nicer and it's very easy to navigate. Let me know what your plans are! It's awesome to hear from you:D

jfishie78 · May 8, 2009

Mike,

I'd be happy to help answer any questions you guys may have. In general, they look closely at undergrad GPA and especially your grades in core science classes. Also, having the CCRN certification helps greatly. I'm terrible at standardized tests and opted not to take the GRE's but if her GPA is low that may help. Before the interview get your face and name out there, attend open houses the school hosts and get to the anesthesia department to talk with the instructors. Tell her to apply as early as she can as well so she can get an early interview. The interview itself is 45-60 minutes in length and you review core critical care concepts. I don't know if they asked everyone the same questions or if they tailor it to your own experience. I've worked in trauma, cardiothoracic, neuro, medical, and surgical ICU's so I was hammered with questions about hemodynamics (know your SVO2 monitoring), ABG and rhythm strip analysis. If your girlfiend has only worked in one type of unit they may ask her questions regarding pts she would be familiar with only, but definitely be ready for anything. I've worked in critical care for 5 years and I felt pretty prepared for the interview. Ask intelligent questions and arrive to the interview in a killer power suit with your lucky pear necklace and bracelet from Tiffany's (well that's what I did but maybe she doesn't like pearls, in that case then whatever she feels confident in ) Smile and be herself! They're really nice there so don't be intimidated. Good luck to your both:up:

LindseyK · May 11, 2009

Hey Julie -

That is great that you live in Buffalo now. It is probably nice to have the chance to get used to the city before the program starts. What are some of your favorite spots? I am planning on moving up sometime in August. Am just beginning to look at apartments now. Any recommendations on where to live? I've heard Amherst is nice, but am thinking that I want to be walking distance to classes. Is a car absolutley necessary?? I am also considering living with a roommate. After living alone for 4 years, I'm wondering if this is a good thing to take on now?! But hoping that it will be a nice break from school. What are our living situations like? Hope you enjoyed your weekend and will talk to you soon. -Lindsey

jfishie78 · May 18, 2009

Lindsey,

Amherst is nice and close to the school. I currently live by the zoo and the delaware park in the city which is really nice and about a 5 minute drive to campus. It really all depends on where you want to live, elmwood village and allentown is nice and the "trendy" part of Buffalo. Rent can be really cheap and a lot of places offer heat with the rent so living alone is totally do-able. Let me know what you find and I can find out if that is a good or bad neighborhood, especially in the city. I personally wouldn't want to have a roommate after living alone all that time and possibly dealing with any drama when you are going to be so busy. Try looking on craigslist-there are a ton of places posted. And yes, you definitely want a car while here, unless you want to walk or wait for the bus in 8 feet of snow and subzero temps that Buffalo is famous for! Are you planning on working per-diem at all up here? I think I might try working a few weekends here and there but I'm not really sure. I don't know what to expect with this program or how challenging it will be. Keep me posted!