Q&A: Failing Chemistry

I am so glad I found a blog dedicated to what vet school is like because I am trying to get into vet school.  Unfortunately, I am having serious trouble with my general chemistry course (I am just finishing up my freshman year).  I was wondering if you could provide me with any helpful advice.  Read More …

Dating Outside Your Profession

“So, what do you do?” It’s one of the most common questions to ask a person upon meeting them and yet some of the responses you get might have you looking for the exit in a hurry. For me, it’s not that I am necessarily going to be running for the door, but I have Read More …

A First Year’s Guide to UCD SVM: Spring Term Books & Classes

You’ve survived the dreaded Winter term of first year — Congratulations! Now get prepared for an awesome term filled with blood and parasites! Spring term was a lot of fun and had some great classes. Despite the fact that you only have a week off between Winter and Spring terms (and you may not feel Read More …

A First Year’s Guide to UCD SVM: Winter Term Books & Classes

You’ve probably heard rumors that Winter term is the most difficult term of first year at the School of Veterinary Medicine at UC Davis. But please don’t worry, I definitely did not find this term to be more difficult than fall term. You’ve already survived a term, you are clearly learning how to study in Read More …

Love and Tests: Balancing Studying with Your Relationship

I’ve mentioned before in my post Dating In Vet School, that it is imperative to find, “a partner who is aware of and is understanding of the demands your course load is imperative, above and beyond any other traits. I also believe that a partner who can support you and keep you focused on your Read More …

When Panic Sets In…

I turn to my blog. This is not usually the case, but after going from 8am-5pm straight and no end to the madness in sight, it helps to take a break. I will be spending every waking moment for the next 2 weeks, studying (or eating while studying). After hearing from upperclassmen that Winter Quarter Read More …