Finals/Graduation Vibes

[DukePA]

I am so proud of all the CTN kids and grand kids!!!

[DukieInKansas]

Hard to believe Swee'Pea has 2 years in the books already. She sent a screenshot of her grades, but I am forbidden to post on FB or forward to anyone in Turk roost. I do enjoy bragging about the kid, and as hard as it might be, I will respect her wishes. I don't think she would be too upset if I listed a few of the classes she took: OrgAnic Chem II, OChem lAb, SynAptic TrAnsmission, GlobAl HeAlth.

Subtle as a box of hammers, eh?

Congratulations, Swee'Pea!

[Lavabe]

Hard to believe Swee'Pea has 2 years in the books already. She sent a screenshot of her grades, but I am forbidden to post on FB or forward to anyone in Turk roost. I do enjoy bragging about the kid, and as hard as it might be, I will respect her wishes. I don't think she would be too upset if I listed a few of the classes she took: OrgAnic Chem II, OChem lAb, SynAptic TrAnsmission, GlobAl HeAlth.

Subtle as a box of hammers, eh?

Congratulations, Swee'Pea!

[CathyCA]

Hard to believe Swee'Pea has 2 years in the books already. She sent a screenshot of her grades, but I am forbidden to post on FB or forward to anyone in Turk roost. I do enjoy bragging about the kid, and as hard as it might be, I will respect her wishes. I don't think she would be too upset if I listed a few of the classes she took: OrgAnic Chem II, OChem lAb, SynAptic TrAnsmission, GlobAl HeAlth.

Subtle as a box of hammers, eh?

WhAt A smArt girl Swee'PeA is! CongrAtulAtions, proud PApA Turk!

[Very Duke Blue]

Hard to believe Swee'Pea has 2 years in the books already. She sent a screenshot of her grades, but I am forbidden to post on FB or forward to anyone in Turk roost. I do enjoy bragging about the kid, and as hard as it might be, I will respect her wishes. I don't think she would be too upset if I listed a few of the classes she took: OrgAnic Chem II, OChem lAb, SynAptic TrAnsmission, GlobAl HeAlth.

Subtle as a box of hammers, eh?

WhAt A smArt girl Swee'PeA is! CongrAtulAtions, proud PApA Turk![/quote

Your Swee'Pea rocks!

[Ima Facultiwyfe]

Tough course load all Around for Sweet Pea. She's really, really a smart cookie!!!!
Way to GO!
Love, Ima

[DevilWearsPrada2.0]

Congratulations!!!

[Rolvix]

Thank you so much, everyone! It really is strange to be a Duke alumnus. I can't quite wrap my head around it. These past four years have been absolutely wonderful and incredibly transformative. I came in knowing that I would love Duke for basketball, but left with a deep, deep passion for the friends I made and the world I got to explore (and, of course, Duke athletics).

I am waiting to hear from a job with Partners in Health (NGO founded by Duke alum, Paul Farmer). If that doesn't work out, I will likely volunteer in the TB ward of the Port-au-Prince General Hospital for the year. So, either way, I will spend my gap year in Haiti.

Submitting my medical school primary application soon!

Thank you for all of the support. It is wonderful to know that there is a group of devoted Dukies rooting for me.

[Rolvix]

Hard to believe Swee'Pea has 2 years in the books already. She sent a screenshot of her grades, but I am forbidden to post on FB or forward to anyone in Turk roost. I do enjoy bragging about the kid, and as hard as it might be, I will respect her wishes. I don't think she would be too upset if I listed a few of the classes she took: OrgAnic Chem II, OChem lAb, SynAptic TrAnsmission, GlobAl HeAlth.

Subtle as a box of hammers, eh?

Turk, what Global Health course did she take? Based on her schedule, her interests seem to align very well with mine (pre-med, Program II major focused on medicine and the biology of disease).

[Rolvix]

Last post: here is a plea to anyone familiar with medical school applications/admissions. I am working on my personal statement and would like to get feedback from as many people familiar with this realm of writing. Does anyone have experience with med school personal statements? If so, I would be much obliged if you would take a look at mine.

[TillyGalore]

Last post: here is a plea to anyone familiar with medical school applications/admissions. I am working on my personal statement and would like to get feedback from as many people familiar with this realm of writing. Does anyone have experience with med school personal statements? If so, I would be much obliged if you would take a look at mine.

Don't use "I" a whole lot. I read personal statements for residency all the time, will be happy to take a look at yours.

[DukePA]

Thank you so much, everyone! It really is strange to be a Duke alumnus. I can't quite wrap my head around it. These past four years have been absolutely wonderful and incredibly transformative. I came in knowing that I would love Duke for basketball, but left with a deep, deep passion for the friends I made and the world I got to explore (and, of course, Duke athletics).

I am waiting to hear from a job with Partners in Health (NGO founded by Duke alum, Paul Farmer). If that doesn't work out, I will likely volunteer in the TB ward of the Port-au-Prince General Hospital for the year. So, either way, I will spend my gap year in Haiti.

Submitting my medical school primary application soon!

Thank you for all of the support. It is wonderful to know that there is a group of devoted Dukies rooting for me.

We are so, so proud of you and grateful that we are sharing your journey. I cannot wait to see what you do next! You are truly inspiring. Love you much, kiddo!

[ArkieDukie]

Congratulations to you, Rolvix, as you move on to the next stage of your life!

[lawgrad91]

Thank you so much, everyone! It really is strange to be a Duke alumnus. I can't quite wrap my head around it. These past four years have been absolutely wonderful and incredibly transformative. I came in knowing that I would love Duke for basketball, but left with a deep, deep passion for the friends I made and the world I got to explore (and, of course, Duke athletics).

I am waiting to hear from a job with Partners in Health (NGO founded by Duke alum, Paul Farmer). If that doesn't work out, I will likely volunteer in the TB ward of the Port-au-Prince General Hospital for the year. So, either way, I will spend my gap year in Haiti.

Submitting my medical school primary application soon!

Thank you for all of the support. It is wonderful to know that there is a group of devoted Dukies rooting for me.

Congratulations, Rolvix, and thank you for your willingness to help others. Vibes and prayers for a long and successful career in medicine.

[Turk]

Hard to believe Swee'Pea has 2 years in the books already. She sent a screenshot of her grades, but I am forbidden to post on FB or forward to anyone in Turk roost. I do enjoy bragging about the kid, and as hard as it might be, I will respect her wishes. I don't think she would be too upset if I listed a few of the classes she took: OrgAnic Chem II, OChem lAb, SynAptic TrAnsmission, GlobAl HeAlth.

Subtle as a box of hammers, eh?

Turk, what Global Health course did she take? Based on her schedule, her interests seem to align very well with mine (pre-med, Program II major focused on medicine and the biology of disease).

The title was "Special Topics Global Health", whatever that means. I'll have to ask her what was covered. She is majoring in neuroscience with a certificate in Global Health (which as I understand it is Pitt's term for "minor"). She is pre-med but I don't know what a "Program II major" means either.

This summer, she is going to Santiago in the Dominican Republic for a seven week program, staying with a local family and taking classes. If you're planning on spending a year in Haiti, it sounds like your interests overlap a good deal with hers on that front. I can't speak to that icky and weird medical stuff; it all jumbles together when she tries to explain it to me. (and she pretty much has the same reaction when I try to explain servers and software to her, so I guess we just have to keep working at it).

[Turk]

Thank you so much, everyone! It really is strange to be a Duke alumnus. I can't quite wrap my head around it. These past four years have been absolutely wonderful and incredibly transformative. I came in knowing that I would love Duke for basketball, but left with a deep, deep passion for the friends I made and the world I got to explore (and, of course, Duke athletics).

I am waiting to hear from a job with Partners in Health (NGO founded by Duke alum, Paul Farmer). If that doesn't work out, I will likely volunteer in the TB ward of the Port-au-Prince General Hospital for the year. So, either way, I will spend my gap year in Haiti.

Submitting my medical school primary application soon!

Thank you for all of the support. It is wonderful to know that there is a group of devoted Dukies rooting for me.

Rolvix, I know how you feel about being a Duke alumnus. Even after all these years, I can't quite wrap my own head around it either.

Good luck on the job / volunteer / med school front, keep us posted! And congratulations!

[Rolvix]

Hard to believe Swee'Pea has 2 years in the books already. She sent a screenshot of her grades, but I am forbidden to post on FB or forward to anyone in Turk roost. I do enjoy bragging about the kid, and as hard as it might be, I will respect her wishes. I don't think she would be too upset if I listed a few of the classes she took: OrgAnic Chem II, OChem lAb, SynAptic TrAnsmission, GlobAl HeAlth.

Subtle as a box of hammers, eh?

Turk, what Global Health course did she take? Based on her schedule, her interests seem to align very well with mine (pre-med, Program II major focused on medicine and the biology of disease).

The title was "Special Topics Global Health", whatever that means. I'll have to ask her what was covered. She is majoring in neuroscience with a certificate in Global Health (which as I understand it is Pitt's term for "minor"). She is pre-med but I don't know what a "Program II major" means either.

This summer, she is going to Santiago in the Dominican Republic for a seven week program, staying with a local family and taking classes. If you're planning on spending a year in Haiti, it sounds like your interests overlap a good deal with hers on that front. I can't speak to that icky and weird medical stuff; it all jumbles together when she tries to explain it to me. (and she pretty much has the same reaction when I try to explain servers and software to her, so I guess we just have to keep working at it).

That's great. I didn't realize that Pitt offered Global Health courses to undergraduates. Both undergraduate and medical schools are trending towards the inclusion of more GH opportunities, which I think is a positive development. I spent a weekend in the DR last summer while doing research in Haiti -- it was really enjoyable. I was in Santo Domingo, but I would have to assume that the people are just as welcoming in Santiago. I would go back in a heartbeat, and I'm sure that she will love it!

Program II is a course of study that Duke offers to students who believe that their interests are not suited by traditional, Program I majors. Thus, I was able to essentially create my own unique Global Health major with the help of an advisor and review committee (of course, they introduced a Program I Global Health major my senior year -- too late for me).

[Rolvix]

Last post: here is a plea to anyone familiar with medical school applications/admissions. I am working on my personal statement and would like to get feedback from as many people familiar with this realm of writing. Does anyone have experience with med school personal statements? If so, I would be much obliged if you would take a look at mine.

Don't use "I" a whole lot. I read personal statements for residency all the time, will be happy to take a look at yours.

Tilly, I would very much appreciate that! I am working on another draft of my statement based on feedback from my pre-med advisor, so I will try to send you this version of the statement by the end of the week. Would you mind PM'ing me your email address?

[Rolvix]

Update: I'm living and working in Haiti for the next year as the Residence and Communications Coordinator at St. Boniface Hospital in a town called Fond-des-Blancs!

[DukePA]

Update: I'm living and working in Haiti for the next year as the Residence and Communications Coordinator at St. Boniface Hospital in a town called Fond-des-Blancs!

Wonderful! I hope you're journaling about your experience.