Hey guys, just decided this week I will attend NSU-COM next year. Looking forward to meeting other future and currents students. Ft. Lauderdale here I come.. :laugh:

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NSU-COM 2009

congrats!

That's awesome. I may be seeing you there next year. We have until Dec. 14 before the deposit is due right? I'm almost positive that is where I will be going also (almost 100% sure).

That's awesome. I may be seeing you there next year. We have until Dec. 14 before the deposit is due right? I'm almost positive that is where I will be going also (almost 100% sure).

Yeah we have till DEC. 15 to cough up the $750,... looks like I'm a on a budget for a couple of weeks.

Hi everyone,

I just got my acceptance by certified mail today! My first interview & acceptance.

I loved Nova and the surroundings when I was there ten days ago. Can't beat the climate. I will accept and cough up the deposit. The only thing that could draw me away is in-state tuition for $22K less per year.

Irregardless, I will move forward to the next stage in this long journey we are all traveling. What a relief :)

Congrats to all 2009ers :clap:

Hi everyone,

I just got my acceptance by certified mail today! My first interview & acceptance.

I loved Nova and the surroundings when I was there ten days ago. Can't beat the climate. I will accept and cough up the deposit. The only thing that could draw me away is in-state tuition for $22K less per year.

Irregardless, I will move forward to the next stage in this long journey we are all traveling. What a relief :)

Congrats to all 2009ers :clap:

Congrats and welcome!!

Save yourselves while there is still time....................this place is EVIL........................................anyway , don't freak out, I'm just kidding. this place is awesome. I'm just bitter because I did HORRIBLE on my histo test. just be prepared to study more than I do. good luck everyone.

Hey OmedDOC, I'll be seeing you next year! :) :laugh:

Save yourselves while there is still time....................this place is EVIL........................................anyway , don't freak out, I'm just kidding. this place is awesome. I'm just bitter because I did HORRIBLE on my histo test. just be prepared to study more than I do. good luck everyone.

Yeah I saw what your were studying monday night....I didn't know you could study gross on a dance floor. :)

again congrats guys on getting in.

be prepared for a lot of hard work but also living in south florida which has some pretty cool perks too.

I am glad you all had a good time visiting campus and its nice to go to a school with so many resources and other health professions as well.

...its nice to go to a school with so many resources and other health professions as well.

if resources include PA chics... then i hear ya brotha... :love:

if resources include PA chics... then i hear ya brotha... :love:

:laugh: :laugh: Cant wait to see what resources are available to me :thumbup:

When are we supposed to have our official transcripts in? Not for a while right?

When are we supposed to have our official transcripts in? Not for a while right?

We have a while to go, I spoke to them and they said that even those still attending class next semester have more than enough time to submit their final transcripts so I'm guessing by next summer they are do..

Plenty of quality studying can be done on the dance floor :cool:
Anyway, congrats all for getting in

Ok, thanks for the info.

I am not positive, but I am pretty sure that I will be joining you in Ft. Lauderdale next year. I may interview at one more school, but I can't imagine it living up to the location and climate of NSU. :)

For anyone interested, Next year I will have a room for rent in a two bedroom apartment.

Rent: $600/month
Deposit: $600
Location: Less than one block to Medical school in University Village Complex (6-7 min walk)

You would have your own room in a 1400 sq. ft. split-level townhome. Also has 2.5 baths.

My girlfriend will be living there so I don't care if you are Male or Female.

I will be an M2 next year so I would prefer living with a medical student or any student in health professions atending NSU next year.

And let me just say that housing is very expensive around here and going up every year, so keep that in mind when you guys look for places to live.

Hoody, did you buy the townhome or do you rent? I am married with one child and am starting to look into housing down there.

Hoody, did you buy the townhome or do you rent? I am married with one child and am starting to look into housing down there.
I just recently bought. It is somewhat difficult to find a place this close (one block) to campus. The campus is pretty much surrounded by rental communities. The community I live in is the one of the only residential communities. There is another place called Rolling Hills that often sell but they are quite expensive.

If you are looking into buying a place, it is as great investment because property has been going up about 15% each year. However, I will tell you that you need to get on the ball, because anytime there is a nice condo available here, people often bid more than the listing price. I offered the list price on two separate places and didn't get a contract for either of them. So, for this last one I offered 2K more than they were asking and finally got a place to live.

If you can afford it, it is pretty much a no-brainer to save money on rent and to have a place that after fours years increases value by 50-75K.

The main residential areas close to school that you can purchase a place are University Village, Rolling Hills, and Arrowhead.

Thanks for the info on locations to buy.

The market if Ft. Lauderdale is crazy. I'm moving down there in early December so my husband will be able to tranfer, and we've been doing our research and decided to buy a place instead of rent. We had to put in 1000 more then the asking price to get the house we wanted (She had a handful of offers to chose from). It's about 15 minutes from campus, in Pembroke Pines, and is a great area also. I found we could get more for our money if we went a little distance from NSU. Goodluck with your hunt!!

The market if Ft. Lauderdale is crazy. It's about 15 minutes from campus, in Pembroke Pines, and is a great area also. I found we could get more for our money if we went a little distance from NSU. Goodluck with your hunt!!

This is true, I've been searching for an apartment to move in for this coming January (renting). And I've noticed that if you just search 10-15 minutes away, the rent goes down about $80-100. But I'll keep searching because it really is a great area around there.

This is true, I've been searching for an apartment to move in for this coming January (renting). And I've noticed that if you just search 10-15 minutes away, the rent goes down about $80-100. But I'll keep searching because it really is a great area around there.
I'm subletting my room for 450/month if you're interested for next semester.

I'm subletting my room for 450/month if you're interested for next semester.

Thanks for the offer HoodyHoo but my girlfriend is also going to be moving in with me so it might be kinda crowded with (4) of us. She's also interested in possibly buying so we're going to keep trying and see where the next couple of months decides to leave us. Thanks again..

Thanks for the offer HoodyHoo but my girlfriend is also going to be moving in with me so it might be kinda crowded with (4) of us. She's also interested in possibly buying so we're going to keep trying and see where the next couple of months decides to leave us. Thanks again..
That's cool, I would recommend buying over renting to anyone that can afford to do so....good luck with it.

What is the general cost of buying a place if you don't mind me asking? Like a condo, townhouse, or small house.

Thanks.

What is the general cost of buying a place if you don't mind me asking? Like a condo, townhouse, or small house.

Thanks.

New condo, adjacent to campus-Rolling Hills, ~1800 SF $325K
~ 5 yr old house, 15 min from campus, 2000 SF $300K
20 yr old house, 20 min from campus, 1500 SF $200K

I've heard deals can be found, just haven't located any yet. 15-20% a year appreciation would be awesome, if I can just find a place suitable with some breathing room for my family of three.

Check out the Sun-Sentinel online, the south Florida newspaper. That is the best cross-section of offerings I have seen.

New condo, adjacent to campus-Rolling Hills, ~1800 SF $325K
~ 5 yr old house, 15 min from campus, 2000 SF $300K
20 yr old house, 20 min from campus, 1500 SF $200K

I've heard deals can be found, just haven't located any yet. 15-20% a year appreciation would be awesome, if I can just find a place suitable with some breathing room for my family of three.

Check out the Sun-Sentinel online, the south Florida newspaper. That is the best cross-section of offerings I have seen.
I bought my 2 bedroom place for 157K and it is less than one block from school. It is a split-level townhome and is actually very nice. So you can find decent prices, even close to school, it's just really hard to.

Did anyone else recieve the proof of residency package from NSU...wow, its intense. If they ask for any more proof I might have to give them a sibling as collateral :laugh:

HoodyHoo, I'm glad to hear that deals can be found. Were you looking while living there, or visiting and looking when you found your spot?

OmedDOC, Since I'm a Texan, nobody wants proof :sleep:


For you people who plan on attending but not sending in your money until the deadline, did you provide any response to the acceptance letter? From strictly reading the letter, no action is necessary. I called admissions, never got a human and left a VM. Unfortunately, they haven't called back in 2-3 days. Maybe I should write a "I coming your way" letter?

Did anyone else recieve the proof of residency package from NSU...wow, its intense. If they ask for any more proof I might have to give them a sibling as collateral :laugh:


Still nothing here. When did you send in your deposit? :)

Did anyone else recieve the proof of residency package from NSU...wow, its intense. If they ask for any more proof I might have to give them a sibling as collateral :laugh:


Its really intense. I filled out mine in Janunary and they have only one person who works on them. She waits till they are all complete to finish the paperwork and do notifications. I was notified of my residency around my orientation week. :)

Still nothing here. When did you send in your deposit? :)

I'm still collecting coins for my deposit so I have not sent it yet. I just recieved the packet yesterday so you'll probably get yours soon.

To the previous post, I am also going to call this week to ask the same question "Is action required if I havent sent my dep. but Im going there", so I will keep you guys updated.

Hey guys, they renovated the COM website. You should check it out, they also came out with the FALL 04 COM OutLook Mag. :thumbup:

i dont know who designs their sites, but...

they sure as hell can put more money into it and definitely use different colors.

I thought the new one looked a hell of a lot better than it did before.

Hey Guys, I know this has probably been asked around several threads but I guess I want to hear it for myself. For those of you in the transitional year (no school), what are you guys doing? working? studying? taking classes? Also, those of you already in DO school, what would you suggest for the off year? Take biochem, anatomy, phys, do nothing, run for president...??? I'm just asking because I have that feeling that I should be doing something more right now (just working).

What do you guys think???

Thx :thumbup:

Hey Guys, I know this has probably been asked around several threads but I guess I want to hear it for myself. For those of you in the transitional year (no school), what are you guys doing? working? studying? taking classes? Also, those of you already in DO school, what would you suggest for the off year? Take biochem, anatomy, phys, do nothing, run for president...??? I'm just asking because I have that feeling that I should be doing something more right now (just working).

What do you guys think???

Thx :thumbup:

I am doing nothing very productive. I am working at a country club as an assistant manage of the golf course and restaurant, fill-in bartend on the weekends, and on my days off at another place. The only medically related anything I am doing is that I shadow @ the ED once a week for 5-10 hours. Personally, I am going to try to brush up on the basic science stuff over the summer...but until then I am just working and saving a bit of $$.

until aug... do nothing, learn nothing.

trust me.

I'm working FT & spending 4 hrs/wk in the ER. That's cut back from previous hrs/wk. Saving money too. Must pad the savings account.

You might want to get your tax stuff lined up and ready to fill out quickly after the W-2's go out. That is input for FAFSA and the earlier completed the better.

Enjoy freedom....freedom is a good thing...


Now I am a slave to my books...and not that pricess leia type either....

I have a question for those current NSU-COM students. I know that the campus is wireless but is there some type of firewall or is internet access unrestricted?

u must setup your wireless card's mac address... until then, you're out of luck

but once you register on the main page your good to go for wireless on campus...

heck a lot of our classmates just hang in the back and webbrose during class...

I am betting they are watching the new star wars trailer or homestar runner!

:)

So there is no firewall? I'm just curious because at my current job web access is highly restricted - I teach at a high school and they block anything that contains certain key words (ie games, aids, sex, etc.). But I imagine it is different there.

So there is no firewall? I'm just curious because at my current job web access is highly restricted - I teach at a high school and they block anything that contains certain key words (ie games, aids, sex, etc.). But I imagine it is different there.

are you trying to surf for pr0n? :laugh:

I guess that didn't come across exactly like I intended. :o

No, just wondering because the web access at my current job is about useless because they block almost anything.

To all fellow future NSU Doc Wannabs--What are your plans regarding housing for next year? Buying is definately not an option, I was wondering what others in the same boat are planning to do?

Hey all,,.. I'm back (DSL was down for a couple of days). Thats when I began to think that I really should spend less time on SDN, huh. Anyways, hope all is well everywhere.

To the previous post, I'm moving to Ft. Lauderdale in January. And I'm renting b/c I really dont have the energy to search for a place to buy (that I like). GOOD LUCK with your transition.

I guess that didn't come across exactly like I intended. :o

No, just wondering because the web access at my current job is about useless because they block almost anything.


There really isn't a big firewall as far as i noticed....I watched the starwars trailer from my laptop in class the other day.....

To all fellow future NSU Doc Wannabs--What are your plans regarding housing for next year? Buying is definately not an option, I was wondering what others in the same boat are planning to do?

Sorry I can't help you out, I'm buying (very stressful right now). Goodluck.

That's good. Thanks Robz.

until aug... do nothing, learn nothing.

trust me.

I would have to agree here. You will be lifeless enough once you start med school so enjoy your down time. Study hard when you get here and you'll be just fine. :thumbup:

bumpola . . .

Boy that weather in FLA sure looks better than the rest of the country :D :thumbup:

Of course, I'm only seeing it online.

well....I am feeling it and let me tell you. Its horrible. There are rotten blue skies. I hate wearing shorts in November. I hate driving in a jeep with the top down. The sun is an evil thing and the beach...don't even get me started on that one. I much rather be where I can't start my car in the snow or I have to go to warm it up and scrape the windshield at least an hour before I drive in the winter. I much rather be where I have to wear multiple layers of clothing and shovel snow.


:D

Well, I think I am going to go outside and lay by the pool now and read physiology. Oh the horror....He He He.

Robz, don't make me move down there early :D

Robz, don't make me move down there early :D

You think he's happy where he is at???? :laugh:

You think he's happy where he is at???? :laugh:


It is obvious that he is miserable. What a burden he must carry for the cold bound counterparts. He probably never gets to ski or board in winter. One thing is certain, he will have eyestrain from the constant bikini watching. Poor soul.

After many sleepless nights trying to decide where I want to go to med school, I finally made my decision today and I'll be joining you at NSU in 2005!!

see u guys in 0'five.

Had already decided but I finally sent my deposit today... BTW Robz, hows the weather up there?? :laugh:

After many sleepless nights trying to decide where I want to go to med school, I finally made my decision today and I'll be joining you at NSU in 2005!!

Glad you're joining us! :)

in case you haven't see this.....

http://www.sunny.org/webcam/index.cfm

ahhhhhhhhhh the beach.

I agree, ahhhhhh the beach, I know I made the right/best decision.

I agree, ahhhhhh the beach, I know I made the right/best decision.

the beach would be nice if we had more time for it.

guess we cant have our cake and eat it too...

Hey guys, I just got an interview invite at PCOM. I feel like going just to visit Philly, but my gut is telling me to give up my spot to someone who might go to the school...I know there are other worries, but did any of you guys go to interviews after you decided where to go??

Hey guys, I just got an interview invite at PCOM. I feel like going just to visit Philly, but my gut is telling me to give up my spot to someone who might go to the school...I know there are other worries, but did any of you guys go to interviews after you decided where to go??

I went almost everywhere cause I wanted to make extra super sure. I did turn down kirksville, dmu, touro, and pikeville for interviews. Mmmmmmmmmmm. Cheesesteak.

oh...and I went and interviewed at penn state and UT-memphis after I got accepted to nsucom.

Hey guys, I just got an interview invite at PCOM. I feel like going just to visit Philly, but my gut is telling me to give up my spot to someone who might go to the school...I know there are other worries, but did any of you guys go to interviews after you decided where to go??


I just got a PCOM invite today also. I will likely turn it down since I would rather live in Fort Lauderdale for equal tuition bucks. I would rather save my money for a house down payment.

I went to the PCOM interview after being accepted to NSU, before receiving acceptance from PCOM, I had already decided on NSU though. Their interview day consists on a lot of sitting around and waiting for your name to be called...


To those already attending NSU...when is the best time to start looking for housing, if planning to rent, and what is the best way to find a roommate? Also, are there any one-bedroom apartments that one person could afford with the proposed budget??

Thanx.

I went to the PCOM interview after being accepted to NSU, before receiving acceptance from PCOM, I had already decided on NSU though. Their interview day consists on a lot of sitting around and waiting for your name to be called...
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Thanx for the advice

I went to the PCOM interview after being accepted to NSU, before receiving acceptance from PCOM, I had already decided on NSU though. Their interview day consists on a lot of sitting around and waiting for your name to be called...


To those already attending NSU...when is the best time to start looking for housing, if planning to rent, and what is the best way to find a roommate? Also, are there any one-bedroom apartments that one person could afford with the proposed budget??

Thanx.



I went in the beginning of May and got a lot of options then.

Oh man, I can't believe this is the first time I've even read this thread.

Congrats to all! Soon you'll be as happy as the rest of us! :rolleyes:

I found my roommate on www.och101.com/nova (I believe that's the right address). Check it out. Tons of info on pretty much all of the housing that a NSU-COM student can commute to/from. I'm a HUGE fan of being walking distance from school in Poinciana Lakes. Once you experience the traffic here, you'll understand why.

FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, ENJOY YOUR TIME OFF!!! I didn't do anything productive in the 9 months in-between undergrad and med school, and I haven't failed out (yet). Just be ready to WORK WORK WORK!!!

The single biggest piece of advice I can give you is to make every day of medical school into a game. Wynton Marsalis once said "invest yourself in everything you do. There's fun in being serious." And he was 100% right!

I run around and "glad-hand" everyone, everyday. I'm having a blast, and hopefully I'm able to spread some of that enthusiasm.

***for all the guys: I've been here for 15-or-so weeks, and I STILL see a MINIMUM of 3 girls a week that are majorly do-able, whom I've NEVER SEEN BEFORE. No ****. Ask the others.***

Anyway, congrats again. Happy Thanksgiving, Happy Chrishanukwanzukkah, and best of luck to all!

-NS

ps. see you before you know it!

Hey guys, I just got an interview invite at PCOM. I feel like going just to visit Philly, but my gut is telling me to give up my spot to someone who might go to the school...I know there are other worries, but did any of you guys go to interviews after you decided where to go??


If economically feasible, I'd highly recommend going to every interview that you're invited to. I always regretted not having gone to more schools before choosing my undergrad university, and I'm glad I didn't make the same mistake for med school.

If nothing else, you have a more realistic perspective of the school you decide to attend. Before I came to NSU, I heard a lot of people poo-ing their pants over how "technologically advanced" it is. You want to see a tech advanced school? Go to VCOM. They BLOW US AWAY. However, we have actually graduated students before, so nyah! :thumbdown :p

-NS

I just wanted to wish my fellow NSU'ers a Happy Thanksgiving.. I know that this holiday I will definitely be grateful for the great opportunity that I have been given. I know it will be hardder than I even know, but you know what... I cant wait!! :)

HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL :thumbup:

I guess no one felt my thanksgiving post, thats ok. Right now just posting to keep the thread afloat. :laugh:

It was very appreciated, I simply didn't feel like replying to repeat the same thing...but thanks!

...and thanks for keeping us going, I am always happy to see new posts from my future classmates. :)

Yeah we have been a little quiet, huh? Well I just thought of a question though...oh, make that two...from the forms available on the COM Orientation Page, there is one for scrubs, if we choose to wear scrubs to class do they have to be royal blue?? I'm in nursing now, and it'd be nice to keep my same scrub wardrobe.

Secondly, the scrub order form is titled "scrub and dissection kit order form," but there's nothing on it about a dissection kit...???

Thanx!!
Sharon Lee

Yeah we have been a little quiet, huh? Well I just thought of a question though...oh, make that two...from the forms available on the COM Orientation Page, there is one for scrubs, if we choose to wear scrubs to class do they have to be royal blue?? I'm in nursing now, and it'd be nice to keep my same scrub wardrobe.

Secondly, the scrub order form is titled "scrub and dissection kit order form," but there's nothing on it about a dissection kit...???

Thanx!!
Sharon Lee


We're allowed to wear any color scrubs we want. I think those scrubs are the ones that say NSUCOM on them.. but you don't need to buy them. There is a scrubs store in the Sawgrass Mills Mall where you can get them a lot cheaper! :)

there is one for scrubs, if we choose to wear scrubs to class do they have to be royal blue??


About the scrubs they'll sell you; I've heard nothing good. My faves are Dickies or Fashion Seal, both available at...oh jeez, I forget the name. It's the uniform store on Broward Blvd. The same one that embroiders our white coats.

The extra cash you'll pay for these brands is WELL worth it. (think comfort). Besides, you're already going several hundred thousand dollars into debt to be a doctor. An added bonus about Fashion Seal is they're reversible, so you can flip them inside out and wear them twice before you have to wash them. You laugh now, but you'll see...doing laundry isn't always an option!

-NS

I bought about 5 pairs of scrubs and I am more than cool with them. I also wash them like once a week and...shhhhh I may wear them more than once as well....(oh the horror).


Find scrubs you like and its like wearing pajamas all day long here.

The store you are thinking of is Uniforms of America. You can wear any color scrubs but they are supposed to be solid and match :p The ones from SOMA or SOSA or whoever it is are nice but I would only buy one set since you cant try them on beforehand. About the dissection kit, I am not sure why you didnt get the info. It shouldve been sent with the scrubs - I will see if I can find out for you. I didnt buy a kit. I just waited until I met my group and then we split the cost of two kits and a book and we left them in the lab each week so that no one had to lug them around and both groups could use one stinky book and two stinky kits, which worked out very well. Two more weeks until break!!!! :D

War Eagle,
AUdacious
NSUCOM Class of 2007

All I have to say about medical school starting is BRING IT ON! I am so fed up with my job and my boss who thinks it is okay to cuss me out--that I would do anything to be buried behind a pile of books and stressed out over grades.

I can't wait to see ya'll in the fall...unfortunately, I don't think they are giong to start school early on my account.

Hey guys, are any of you that have already sent in your $750 still getting reminder notices from NSU. I spoke to the Burser's office and they already cashed my check but HPD keeps sending me notices. I have left messages but still no confirmation. Anyone else in the same boat??

Hey guys, are any of you that have already sent in your $750 still getting reminder notices from NSU. I spoke to the Burser's office and they already cashed my check but HPD keeps sending me notices. I have left messages but still no confirmation. Anyone else in the same boat??

I sent in my deposit, but I haven't gotten any reminder notices.

Hey guys, are any of you that have already sent in your $750 still getting reminder notices from NSU. I spoke to the Burser's office and they already cashed my check but HPD keeps sending me notices. I have left messages but still no confirmation. Anyone else in the same boat??

I haven't sent in my deposit yet, but have received the reminder (singular) in addition to the acceptance packet which had a couple of coupons and one envelope.

Feel certain that a cleared check constitutes "consideration" and therefore a contract has been offered (their letter), accepted by you (sent $$), and received/agreed to by NSU (cashed check). Don't lose any sleep over lack of verbal confirmation.

I just wanted to say its 80 outside today.

That is all.

I sent in my deposit yesterday--it should be well on its way to Florida!! I'm soooo excited. :D

Also if your interested you can pay the $750 with credit card. I called them and payed with my credit card. It was easier for me. :)

I sent in my deposit yesterday--it should be well on its way to Florida!! I'm soooo excited. :D

So I finally get a call back today regarding my acceptance fee (that I sent and they cashed a month ago) to tell me that they haven't received my deposit fee. Hmmm.. weird I told them being that you cashed it a month ago. So she checks and says oohhhhhh,..o.k. I see it, I'll hold your seat now (6 days before deadline). Lesson being, if I wouldnt have called and hassled them I might have not had a seat. If I were you I would call and check!!

So I finally get a call back today regarding my acceptance fee (that I sent and they cashed a month ago) to tell me that they haven't received my deposit fee. Hmmm.. weird I told them being that you cashed it a month ago. So she checks and says oohhhhhh,..o.k. I see it, I'll hold your seat now (6 days before deadline). Lesson being, if I wouldnt have called and hassled them I might have not had a seat. If I were you I would call and check!!

They cashed the check you have the seat....its not a prob.

Now...if they never recieved your check or reciept.....now that can be annoying.

I remember calling them to make sure they recieved everything last year.....but its a pain to catch them at their desks.

So there is no firewall? I'm just curious because at my current job web access is highly restricted - I teach at a high school and they block anything that contains certain key words (ie games, aids, sex, etc.). But I imagine it is different there.

Nova is NOT firewalled per se - it is a typical college setup meaning that all the fun ports are blocked (port 21, kazaa, bittorrent, etc). If you're internet savvy, you can proxy or tunnel around certain restrictions. BTW, there is NOT a cybernanny - so you can surf all the pr0n you want.

-A

:) I posted a roommate listing on www.och101.com/nova for anyone going to NSU next year in need of a roommate.

I'm interested in living in Cedar Keys with one other person. I'm waiting for them to call me back to get on the wait list for apartments that will be available this summer.

If you're interested in a roommate please feel free to PM me, or email me. I'm very easy-going, clean and responsible (when the need be). I also have a Siamese cat that will be moving to FL with me. She is very friendly and clean, too.

Hope to hear from those of you in a similar situation (looking for a roommate)!

:) I posted a roommate listing on www.och101.com/nova for anyone going to NSU next year in need of a roommate.

I'm interested in living in Cedar Keys with one other person. I'm waiting for them to call me back to get on the wait list for apartments that will be available this summer.

If you're interested in a roommate please feel free to PM me, or email me. I'm very easy-going, clean and responsible (when the need be). I also have a Siamese cat that will be moving to FL with me. She is very friendly and clean, too.

Hope to hear from those of you in a similar situation (looking for a roommate)!

Although I am definately planning on the roomie thing, I have no clue about where I would want to live or even what is available in the area--however, I'm allergic to cats and kittens....AahhhhCHoooo. Good luck with the roomie hunt. :)

Our link was about to fall off the main forum page due to lack of use so I figured I'd make a posting to save us from being on page 2.

Winter is upon us here in Pennsylvania, and I think it is even worse as I think about warm Florida. It is much too cold here for me, but after noon on Friday, I will be a college graduate and I'll be warm as I celebrate completing 4.5 years of college.

Hang in there this winter to all of you from the North, sunny days will be here eventually.

*Sharon Lee*

shoot, im freezin my ass off here.

Going home for Christmas tomorrow. I can actually enjoy the snow because in two weeks I'll get to point at my family and laugh as I get back on a plane and come back to Florida.

Wow. Last day of the first semester. I'm going to go drink until I fall down.

Peace,
NS

hello everyone. i found out a month ago that i was accepted to nsu and yes, decided to attend...send my deposit already a few weeks back.

kaikai...thanks for redirecting me to this site...
i look forward to meeting all of you in fall 2005!!!

hello everyone. i found out a month ago that i was accepted to nsu and yes, decided to attend...send my deposit already a few weeks back.

kaikai...thanks for redirecting me to this site...
i look forward to meeting all of you in fall 2005!!!

You're welcome. I figure I can do easy favors now that may pay off in the future. ;)

I'll put myself in at 80% for NSU next year. The percentage seems to be inversely proportional to the 10-day average temperature in Indiana.

I'll put myself in at 80% for NSU next year. The percentage seems to be inversely proportional to the 10-day average temperature in Indiana.

Where are you from in IN?

Indianapolis

where did you do your undergrad?

I'll put myself in at 80% for NSU next year. The percentage seems to be inversely proportional to the 10-day average temperature in Indiana.
I officially declare that you are not allowed to change your mind. ;)
Yay for Indianapolis ppl! :)
Petstoreboy--Are you from our neck of the woods?

I'm fr/ Purdue

I'm fr/ Purdue

Also from IN...went to undergrad in Indy. Southern Indiana native...

I hope everyone who celebrates it, had a good Christmas! Unfortunately, for those of us who work....the real world begins again today. For those still on Holiday Break--enjoy it! :)

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Warmth and sunshine is calling us . . .

Come on, It's got to be more than the weather.

Hi Chris. I chose NSU mainly because my family lives down here, but the school also impressed me. I grew up in Fort Lauderdale, and honestly, I didn't hear the most favorable things about NSU (not necessarily about the medical school though). It was the last place I ever wanted to go, but obviously my opinion has changed. I got a great feeling from the school and I was impressed with the students I spoke with (including alumni). The school is up to date and I liked the fact that you take some classes with other health profession students. I don't know if the office staff really care about the students or not, but that didn't bother me. I'm used to a big city and I didn't want to go to a small school (this knocked out close to half of the osteopathic medical schools). I feel we will all get the same education, and you need to go where you will be the most comfortable so you can excel on your own. I wish I could be more helpful to you. Goodluck!

I'm wondering how you guys decided on NSU.

Here's my short list of what NSU offers that I like 1) third and fourth year rotation sites 2) a "real" campus 3) an established first and second year curriculum

I'm with you about not making an educational decision based on climate ... although Indiana has been pretty cold this week.

...I grew up in Fort Lauderdale, and honestly, I didn't hear the most favorable things about NSU (not necessarily about the medical school though)...

their undergrad blows.

Hey guys, looks like I'll be joining you in the fall! I'm still waitlisted at my undergrad school, USF, but I think Nova's facilities are much better so I'll probably end up going there (plus it would feel kinda good to turn down an MD school) :meanie:

undefinedHello everyone!! My name is Laura and I am now officially a NOVA class of 2009 student. Please look at my profile if you would like to know some introductory material about me. Hello Sharon Lee (she directed me here and in case anyone doesn't know, she's really nice =))!! I too am looking for a roommate for NOVA. Afterall, who can afford $850 / month in medical school just for rent!!!???!!! I personally think we should just build a tent or lean-to village around the school to stay in ;). It would be much more cost effective and also like we were camping out in a large slumber party every night. Although, it might become a problem if we get as many hurricanes next year as this past season. One step at a time though. Anyway, I hope to live in either Nova Gardens or well..damn....I can never remember the name of the place but it has the word sun in it and it is right next to the campus. I have two chihuahuas, as I said, who will be moving with me. They are very sweet and loving (once they get to know you) and they are usually clean (excepting an occassional tissue or paper towel shredding party...I think in protest of being forced to eat dog food while they watch me eat good food). They do however like to bark at srangers when they come over. Anyway, these two places are the nicest I can find and since everything costs the same down there from slums to castles (at least as far as those terms can describe 2 bedroom apartments) I figure why not live a "life of luxury" as these apartments would have you believe your overpriced rent is purchasing you. I normally wouldn't be willing to pay $1000 for a 2 bedroom apartment, but then they go and throw n the word luxury before apartment and I crack like so much fine china hitting their fancy tile floors. I'm so glad I will be going to school with you all, and I hope to talk to some of you soon. Feel free to email or IM or whatever. Later, Laura :p

Hi everyone! I will be joining the Nova class of 2009 in August with all of you. I just sent my deposit today. I'm currently a student at Purdue, and I'll be moving either in May or July.

Hi :)

I'll be attending NSU-COM this August and I wanted to say hello before we all meet then. I'm coming from NJ, hopefully I'll move by May, though I'm not sure exactly where yet. Luckily it costs just as much to live in Ft. Lauderdale as it does in New Jersey! If anyone wants to say hi my aol instant messanger is stitch62679, and my yahoo email is stitch62679@yahoo.com . Talk to you soon, Mike

Not NOVA, bad monkey bad! It is NSU - kick the habit of calling it Nova before the Dean kicks you ;) . Anyhow, congratulations on your acceptance everyone! I decided on NSU for many reasons - some personal, some academic. Personally, I liked the school and the vibe I got while I was there. The facilities are nice and the campus is safe. I wanted a good sized town b/c my husband and I hate small towns and he had just graduated with his MBA and would be looking for a job so I wanted him to have a lot of options. You can say that climate isnt a determining factor but when you screw up your knee and cold weather literally hurts, you learn quickly to love the sun. Beyond that, I liked how the second year curriculum was set up and the clinical training in the first and second year. I was also excited to learn on Harvey - the heart and respiration sounds simulator. I like that in your second year you take a general pharmacology course but then you take each system and the pharm is incorporated into the system for you so when you are learning about all of the cardiovascular pathology, the pharm is incorporated so that you dont have to integrate it on your own. I also liked that after your first year you can perform a complete physical on your own and during your second year, you learn to draw blood, insert IVs, do a pelvic, do a rectal, etc. You dont just see pictures about how to do these things. We get to actually do these procedures with the guidance of a facilitator so that when we go on rotations, we have already performed several procedures and have had a lot of patient contact. We have simulated patient experiences which are really cool. You go into a room that looks exactly like a physician's office and you actually interact with an actor. First year it is mostly doing physical type stuff where you just drone on from a memorized checklist. Second year, the patients are given a diagnosis and are trained on how to act to simulate the condition. You go in knowing what type of case it will be (endocrine, cardio, etc) but you have to decide what exams you want to do and what questions to ask. You then make your diagnosis and write up a SOAP note. We have done so many of these that I dont practice beforehand anymore - I just go in and do what I think I should. I think that this will be so valuable once we are on rotations b/c we know how to interact with patients and what to do when we have various symptomology. I thought that was really cool. You can also put these skills to use if you go on one of the mission trips that NSU does such as Guatemala, Peru, and maybe Haiti next year. Also, we do small group sessions based on a case in whatever system we are in - these are cool and you really learn to think on your feet and work together. Things I thought were cool but now are sometimes a hassle :D are that you get to shadow a doctor about once every other week. Depending on your doc, you may get to see patients on your own or stand in the corner staring at your watch. Also, you learn how to read EKGs and radiographs which some other schools dont do. In my opinion, the biggest negative about NSU is that we are in class A LOT! Some people like this b/c they learn from someone standing in front of them droning on about a topic but I hate it. When I started, I thought a lot of this extra stuff we "get" to do was cool, and most of it is, but now that we are so pressed for time, it can just be annoying sometimes. An example is a little anesthesiology course we take. Most schools dont offer that so I used to think that it was a bonus lol. Now, I just think that it was a hassle. Doc2b, I would also compare how much time you have to study for step 1 after 2nd year. We have five weeks (two of which you can take a Kaplan course and the school foots half the bill and the rest are for independent study). At some other schools, students take finals and then turn around and take step 1 within a week or two. NSU also offers a scholarship to any DO student that wants to complete a MPH (full tuition and fees). I am doing it and they really work around your schedule to make it so that you can complete it in your four years with no problem. I would see if the other schools offer anything like that if you are interested. Okay, now that I am rambling, I will bring this to a close. If you have anymore questions, feel free to pm me. Overall, I am still happy with my decision to attend NSU. Again, congratulations!

War Eagle,
AUdacious
NSUCOM Class of 2007

Thanks for all the info, AUdacious! There's a lot of stuff about the curriculum that I didn't know - it all sounds interesting. Our tour guide also brought up the fact that you spend a lot of time in lectures, and this is the only thing deterring me from being 100% sure about wanting to go to NSU. Do you get enough time to actually read the textbooks? A better question is, do you even need to read the textbooks or can you just study purely from the lecture notes?

Also, do you think its possible to do really well on the COMLEX step I with the 5 weeks of studying that NSU gives you? And is the USMLE given at the same time as the COMLEX?

Well twiglee I thought you had a nice long first posting going for you until AUdacious completely showed you up. Thanks AUdacious for all your comtinued help (listen to her, she really helped me make the desicion that is bringing me to NSU).

Anyhow, I just wanted to interrupt with a little plug that I am still looking for a roommate. The sooner the better. Listen to twiglee, she says I'm nice!! Anyhow, if there is anyone new to the site or sitting quietly and just reading the postings, I'm on the roommate hunt, me and my Siamese cat, Min-Lee. She's very friendly but doesn't do well with other animals. I'm easygoing and like to have fun, or do anything that helps to relieve stress. E-mail or PM me.

Also, if you know of anyone going to NSU next fall direct them to our little group.

Almost time for 2005!!
Sharon Lee

Hello everyone. I'm glad more and more future nsu students and possible nsu students are posting on this thread. Its great to meet all of you and hopefully by August we can put the face on each name :)

I'm Jackie and will be attending NSU in August. Already sent my deposit about a month ago.

I'm still in the midst of interviews but I feel lazy attending them...does anyone feel the same way. I fell in love with NSU during my interview and the more I know about the school, the more I tend to ignore other schools and excited to pack and head down there (I'm from NY).

Just out of curiosity anybody from NY?

I havent decided where get an apt and still undecided if I want a roommate this year.

Keep in touch.
See you in 2005

AUdacious, how much time in class are you talking, 9-12,2,5 :( ? I'm kind of one of those people that like limited lecture, just enough to figure out what I need to know, and enough time to go learn it on my own. So the card thing is really freaking me out. Also are you from AL, I assume you went to Auburn, or oh wait they are the tigers, right...hahahaha

Yes, I went to Auburn - War Damn Eagle! Check out the link below for an idea of what our schedule is. The class is divided in half - Group A and Group B so dont be to alarmed when you see the schedule. If Group A is scheduled but not Group B then Group B is off - and vice versa. First year, I felt like I had plenty of time to study. This year, however, I feel a little pushed for time. I am also completing a MPH and stay pretty active though so I do bring a lot of it on myself. The card thing is something you can work around - the M2s will show you when you get here. Another thing is that our class is large so you can always just sit in the back and study if you dont like a specific professor or whatever. I just study in class if I feel like I am not getting anything from a particular lecture. Five weeks to study for step 1 is pretty good. When I was applying, it was one of the longest time periods I could find. Make sure that the schools dont include finals week as a week of study. We have 5 complete weeks after finals etc. To do well in classes, you generally do not have to read any text. First year, you are literally spoon fed the info. They give you the notes all year so you just have to learn the notes and you are good. First year, I only read my CP book which helps you learn proper technique for exams, I had the Rohens atlas and Netters Atlas for Anatomy, and I looked at the pics in the Radiology book (checked it out from the library - didnt buy it). I would buy a First Aid for Step 1 and read that also. Other than that, I wouldnt buy texts first year. If you need a book, I would buy the Board Review Series books instead of the actual text. Second year, you will buy into a noteservice so you and your classmates will work together so that you get all of the notes. We are working to make it so that you are given the notes 2nd year also since we have mandatory attendance but we are hitting a few road blocks so we will see. Second year, I am using Board Review Series, First Aid for Step 1 and 2, and Step Up for Step 1. I do not really read texts unless I just cant get something - then I go to the library and check it out and read the portion on it and thats that - but I am not really a book person so someone else might say something different. Anyhow, point is you can do well on just the notes but I would supplement with First Aid to make sure you are getting what you need for Boards.

http://medicine.nova.edu/current_students.html

When it's all said and done, we are the happiest medical students you can find. Maybe it's due to the climate, maybe it's because we like being surrounded by other health professionals to-be...I don't know, there are many, many positives. I love this place.

If any of you are only coming here because you couldn't get into an allopathic school, or you like complaining but are too apathetic to take any postive action, find another place to go to school. Please. We all do our share of complaining - it's med school, but please don't have the perception that this school is "perfect." No school is.

Sometimes the attendance policy gets on my nerves. Sometimes I just want to wear jeans to class. Little things irritate and frustrate me. C'est la vie.

The thing that never ceases to amaze me about this place is how amazing the people are, especially the students. If you are an amazing person, please don't see this post as an attack. :)

There are a few (and I mean VERY few) of my classmates that suck, and I was hoping to dissuade anyone else that would fit into this category from joining us.

To the rest of you: Welcome, can't wait to meet you!

-NS

NS~I hope you had a good holiday and are enjoying your break...
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I hope that everyone in my (our 2009) class is as awesome as how you describe your class...I know I can't wait to get out of Indiana and get on my way to Florida.

It is nice to see more future classmates posting in this thread--I will be very interested in meeting everyone this summer. :D

Wow! I just got my confirmation letter for my deposit, and I didn't realize the semster stars so early! Shortened summer!

Wow! I just got my confirmation letter for my deposit, and I didn't realize the semster stars so early! Shortened summer!
If it makes you feel better we start at the beginning of July next year..........sucks.

Its not the starting in July that blows, it is the going to December that really hurts. BUT they do that so that you can have time to study for Step 1 which is soo important. If you can get thru the burnout blues, the extra study time is appreciated in the end. Besides you start off with Mama and Papa Khin and they are both truly brilliant and really care about the students. It makes it bearable.

War Eagle,
AUdacious
NSUCOM Class of 2007

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<- Here's one in honor of tonight. :cool:

If I may make just one suggestion to y'all: Andre Pink Champagne with Red Bull over ice.

Party hard, but responsibly. Ch-ch-check ya in '05!

-NS

Wow, starting second yr in July? What about research in the summer, does this leave enough time?

Wow, starting second yr in July? What about research in the summer, does this leave enough time?
im quite interested in research too...do i have some time left to pursue this interest???
also, has anyone been to the medical mission guatemala, peru, etc? how was the experience and how much did you have to pay for the trip?

If research is a priority for you then you will make time for it. Many people do research throughout the year. As far as over the summer goes, you cant do a large research project but there are a few projects through the CDC that run just under a month. If you wanted to do research with a professor over the summer, then that is not a problem at all. I did not get to go on the mission trips but I know that they do a lot of fundraising to make it as affordable as possible. I have heard nothing but great things from my friends that went - you will never see pathology like some of that in the US and for many of the patients, that is the only time they see a doctor period. See you soon.

HEYS guys, I'm back... I spent a week in NYC and I froze my butt off. Maybe its me but when I start loosing feeling in my fingers and toes,.. way too cold. Anyways, I hope all is well for everyone and Happy NEW YEAR!! (should be a good one for us) :thumbup:

Audacious~~~thanks for the links you have given me. I'll definitely check them out.

:)

im quite interested in research too...do i have some time left to pursue this interest???
also, has anyone been to the medical mission guatemala, peru, etc? how was the experience and how much did you have to pay for the trip?

It's hard not to get excited about all the possibilities and you're still absorbing the idea that you'll be a physician one day, but if you don't mind I'd like to share some tips I learned from my experiences....my whole one semester at NSU. Research...Guatamala...sounds great but unless you're an academic allstar it's going to be very difficult to pull all the extra stuff off and do well in your classes.

If you absolutely positively HAVE to pick up a science book between now and the start of class...what I would do knowing what I know now is buy a book called:

Cardiovascular Physiology Concepts
Richard E. Klabunde

Lippincott publishes it....

It's an easy read and it will come in handy once physiology starts..

Just my .02 cents

Welcome to Nova You're going to love it :)

If my roommate (currently a senior at NSU undergrad) gets accepted to the class of 2009, our apartment will be available for lease because we're going to pool our $ to buy a condo. Two brief posts about my apt. are pasted below.

pm me for details/photos

My roommate and I just talked about this an hour ago. It's quite preliminary, but I just thought I'd put the word out.

-NS

I also reeeally enjoy studying by the pool. Just use earplugs to help get un-distracted. It's getting a bit chilly to do so now, but if the pool's not an option, you can just pull a little table onto your patio. Mine overlooks a pond with a fountain. Not too shabby.

-NS

Living walking distance from school is worth its weight in gold...well, I guess that doesn't weigh anything. Hmm, you know what I mean .

I actually like driving around here quite a bit (it's like street racing all the time) but just to not "have to" drive to and from school every day is SUCH a perk. One of my classmates commented that at the end of a long day, the last thing she wants to do is sit in traffic. She actually commuted further than anyone else I know of, but is moving closer to school so she has a little more time to cook for herself. (remember, one of the biggest challenges of med school is time management. despite my protests, there are still just 24 hours in a day ). Not to mention I only fill up my gas tank every 3 weeks at the most.

The pond with a fountain I referred to in my last post was the one on the north end of Poinciana Lakes. For anyone who wanted to live here, the extra $ to face the water is totally worth it because I can't hear the traffic on University Dr, plus it's a totally pimp view.

If you want to live close to school, you could pretty much just spend a weekend driving around and touring complexes (as Robz and I did last year). I'd do so ASAP, since apartments fill up all the time. If a complex you really like is currently full, don't dismay. Tenants vacate all the time - often without much notice.

Hope you guys and gals had a good new year's eve. Mine rocked!

-NS

hello fellow classmates. I think I've posted on here before *this thread anyway* but I wasn't too firm about my attending NSU, but after sending in that first deposit, I think that pretty much cinches the deal for me. I haven't read people's post *going to do that right now* but people can pvt me about looking for roommates and all that happy stuff that comes along with moving. *thank god I only have a few more moves in my life*

Cheers

If you havent heard,.. check this out.

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If you havent heard,.. check this out.

https://www.browardhealth.org/body.cfm?id=2259


they have fliers at school with lots of cute pictures and artictect drawings too...I am suprised they are not on that site.

It's hard not to get excited about all the possibilities and you're still absorbing the idea that you'll be a physician one day, but if you don't mind I'd like to share some tips I learned from my experiences....my whole one semester at NSU. Research...Guatamala...sounds great but unless you're an academic allstar it's going to be very difficult to pull all the extra stuff off and do well in your classes.

If you absolutely positively HAVE to pick up a science book between now and the start of class...what I would do knowing what I know now is buy a book called:

Cardiovascular Physiology Concepts
Richard E. Klabunde

Lippincott publishes it....

It's an easy read and it will come in handy once physiology starts..

Just my .02 cents

Welcome to Nova You're going to love it :)


Hi there.
Did you participate both at research and the guatemala trip all in one semester? How's the guatemala experience? Did you like it?

Wake Up Class of 2009....We have slipped off of the front page. :)

hehehe...don't wake me....I'm trying to stock up on sleep...well...unless that's a vodka tonic in your hand!

hehehe...don't wake me....I'm trying to stock up on sleep...well...unless that's a vodka tonic in your hand!

vodka and cranberry o.k.???? :laugh:

vodka and cranberry o.k.???? :laugh:

Life is all about making compromises.

Life is all about making compromises.


that is so true!!! :)

Hey guys, for those of you that already sent your acceptance fee of $750, did NSU send you anything back to confirm that it was received? Just curious... thanks!

Yes, they sent me a letter saying that they had received my deposit.

Yeah, I got a letter saying that they received my deposit, and also the login information for WebSTAR for e-mail. TSizemor@nova.edu.....yay! :D

So what is everyone doing for housing? I called the school and they said they aren't going to offer graduate on campus housing, which I guess is for the better...never really liked staying on campus, but it would have been nice not to have to worry about finding a place. Are most people married? families? Second career?

So with all those questions, here's a little about me. I'll be moving from CA, but I've lived all over the place, including England. I was in the Air Force for a few years and then a contractor for the Air Force. I'm 32 years old, single...well, I guess that's about it.

Hey everyone,

I am another new additon to the class of 2009, got my letter on xmas eve. Look forward to meeting everyone in August.

Drew

So what is everyone doing for housing? I called the school and they said they aren't going to offer graduate on campus housing, which I guess is for the better...never really liked staying on campus, but it would have been nice not to have to worry about finding a place. Are most people married? families? Second career?

So with all those questions, here's a little about me. I'll be moving from CA, but I've lived all over the place, including England. I was in the Air Force for a few years and then a contractor for the Air Force. I'm 32 years old, single...well, I guess that's about it.
I am single and am planning on getting an apartment with a roomate, who better not decide to go to another school...We are looking at living pretty close to, but not on top of campus. I don't really know what is out there yet--but am going to be in FL in a few weeks and will be checking out apartments then. I asked a question about this in the NSU 2008 thread awhile back and they had a few ideas.

So what is everyone doing for housing? I called the school and they said they aren't going to offer graduate on campus housing, which I guess is for the better...never really liked staying on campus, but it would have been nice not to have to worry about finding a place. Are most people married? families? Second career?

So with all those questions, here's a little about me. I'll be moving from CA, but I've lived all over the place, including England. I was in the Air Force for a few years and then a contractor for the Air Force. I'm 32 years old, single...well, I guess that's about it.

I am trying to figure out what I am going to do for housing as well. I'm moving down to Davie sometime before the summer and I am planning on buying a house or a condo. Wont be down to the area for good until mid-July because of a summer job in New Mexico.

Currently I'm in Gainesville, working for UF as a researcher. I am single, twenty four and have been out of school for the last three years. Whats everyone else doing for the summer? I am planning on working in conservation in northern New Mexico.

I'm just going to stay at my job as a test pilot until mid July or so, then packing up and driving out there.

I'm just going to stay at my job as a test pilot until mid July or so, then packing up and driving out there.
Nice Job!

I will be working until the end of May as a bartender, then spending all of June at COT for the AF. I will probably come back from Al to IN to pack up, then go to FL second or so week of July.

I [...] am planning on getting an apartment with a roomate, who better not decide to go to another school.

Put me at 90% ;)

Put me at 90% ;)
90%, we're getting there. 10% more and I will shut up...o...maybe. ;)

I'm buying an apartment about 15 minutes away from school. I don't like to be right on top of school...driving is peaceful for me. I live in south Florida and I go to Davie on a regular basis because I have some undergradutae classes there now at Florida Atlantic University. Feel free to e-mail me at TiffyBrooke@hotmail.com with any questions on anything! Bye!

I am single and am planning on getting an apartment with a roomate, who better not decide to go to another school...We are looking at living pretty close to, but not on top of campus. I don't really know what is out there yet--but am going to be in FL in a few weeks and will be checking out apartments then. I asked a question about this in the NSU 2008 thread awhile back and they had a few ideas.

Hi kai,

would you mind giving us pointers later on after you have checked out the apts.

I'm also looking for an apt., single 26, from NY and works as a researcher at CU.

Just out of curiosity, are most of looking to share apts or prefer to have their own???

www.och101.com/nova and www.apartmentguide.com are good sites to go to to check out the apartments close to school and those futher away if you want to drive. Most of the apartment complexes also have their own sites that you can check out with links from those websites.

I'm planning on moving down to school in July sometime to get to know the area a little bit and enjoy some time on the beach before the start of school. I'm looking for a roommate through the och101 site. Just about found someone, just making sure we are compatible now though.

As to summer plans, I graduated college last month so I'm just going to be working as a CNA at a local hospital until it is time to pack up and head South.

Sharon Lee

Hey Everyone!!

My name is Marina Udowenko and I am going to be a first year at NOVA. I am looking for a someone to share an apartment with. I enjoy volunteer work--I am really excited about the community medicine opportunities abroad as well as being a spanish interpreter in a clinic. I am serious about my work, but I definately like to go out and have fun (dancing, swimming, running races,musicals, art museums). I am currently looking at housing in Cedar Key, but I am definately open to suggestions. I was thinking about coming down to Ft. Lauderdale in February to check out some of the places. Anyone want to join me--US3000 has some great deals for flights! Email me or give me a call at 215-266-3481.

ciao! :)

Hi kai,

would you mind giving us pointers later on after you have checked out the apts.

I'm also looking for an apt., single 26, from NY and works as a researcher at CU.

Just out of curiosity, are most of looking to share apts or prefer to have their own???
Sure...I'll let you know what I find. I am going to be most interested just to see what the area is like--I didn't really get a chance to see much of the Ft. Lauderdale area when I was down for my interview.

Sure...I'll let you know what I find. I am going to be most interested just to see what the area is like--I didn't really get a chance to see much of the Ft. Lauderdale area when I was down for my interview.


thanks kai...i may go there too later on but not till late march or april, if given a chance...

Hey guys,

Just some housing advice for you future NSUCOMers.... :p

I HATE dealing with traffic and University Drive is the WORST!!! Taking 30 minutes to go 3 miles is not my idea of fun! It also takes forever to get in to the parking garage from University. So that was a major decision in finding my apartment. If you want to walk to class every day, sure go for Cedar Key or Sunforest. I like to have my car on campus so I can get around for lunch and run errands after school. My apartment complex, Palm Trace Landings, is completely accessible on "back roads" with minimal traffic. Other great complexes by me are the ones on Nova Dr. like Nova Gardens. But I really like Palm Trace because it's brand new, has very nice amenities, and it VERY accessible to both school and 595. On the other side of University Dr., many students choose to live at Pine Island Ridge, which is also very nice.

Commuting from downtown Fort Lauderdale takes about 25-30 minutes, and is a really cool place to live! :o

Just my $.02...good luck with finding a place!!! :D

Hey guys, my bro interviewed 2 wks ago at NSU. Do u think if i call them they would tell me whether or not he got in, seeing as that i have been accepted? Adcom met today and he called, they said they wouldn't give that info over the phone.
I highly doubt that if they wouldn't give him the info they would give it to you...

Just some housing advice for you future NSUCOMers.... :p

I HATE dealing with traffic and University Drive is the WORST!!! Taking 30 minutes to go 3 miles is not my idea of fun! It also takes forever to get in to the parking garage from University. So that was a major decision in finding my apartment. If you want to walk to class every day, sure go for Cedar Key or Sunforest. I like to have my car on campus so I can get around for lunch and run errands after school. My apartment complex, Palm Trace Landings, is completely accessible on "back roads" with minimal traffic. Other great complexes by me are the ones on Nova Dr. like Nova Gardens. But I really like Palm Trace because it's brand new, has very nice amenities, and it VERY accessible to both school and 595. On the other side of University Dr., many students choose to live at Pine Island Ridge, which is also very nice.

Commuting from downtown Fort Lauderdale takes about 25-30 minutes, and is a really cool place to live! :o

Just my $.02...good luck with finding a place!!! :D
Can you buy where you are, or at any that you mentioned, and do any have garages?

Just some housing advice for you future NSUCOMers.... :p

I HATE dealing with traffic and University Drive is the WORST!!! Taking 30 minutes to go 3 miles is not my idea of fun! It also takes forever to get in to the parking garage from University. So that was a major decision in finding my apartment. If you want to walk to class every day, sure go for Cedar Key or Sunforest. I like to have my car on campus so I can get around for lunch and run errands after school. My apartment complex, Palm Trace Landings, is completely accessible on "back roads" with minimal traffic. Other great complexes by me are the ones on Nova Dr. like Nova Gardens. But I really like Palm Trace because it's brand new, has very nice amenities, and it VERY accessible to both school and 595. On the other side of University Dr., many students choose to live at Pine Island Ridge, which is also very nice.

Commuting from downtown Fort Lauderdale takes about 25-30 minutes, and is a really cool place to live! :o

Just my $.02...good luck with finding a place!!! :D

Well, I live a couple of miles away and my commute takes me 12-15 minutes with the worst area being near 595. I avoid university as much as possible. I drive down pine island under 595 till 30th and take that to the garage. Its quick, simple, and fairly uneventful. Of course you can't move anywhere around 5ish cause the traffic is insane around some places. I jsut study during those times or leave eariler. Today i got out at 3...I went home and was in my apartment by 3:20 on the couch chilling. Its true there are some sucky days but you need to go and check out the apartments for yourself. I know I wasn't impressed with cedar key cause they knew they were walking distance and they knew they would fill the room so their service was take it or leave it to me.

(plus other complexes offered more amenities and at least a free months rent)

Hey guys, my bro interviewed 2 wks ago at NSU. Do u think if i call them they would tell me whether or not he got in, seeing as that i have been accepted? Adcom met today and he called, they said they wouldn't give that info over the phone.

You know...its kinda funny. I have met the girl in charge of the interview day a few times. Mainly cause I have done the tours and went to eat the great food they have this year too. MMmmmmmmmm. I don't know if she was as friendly as Dr. Chaffin was to me last year though. He personally told me that he would call me on wednesday to let me know...it was late on wednesday and I called...he told me I got in...I was happy...I went and had a drink. Maybe they changed the way they do somethings or you got one of those people that answer the phone who arn't the most ...ummm....proactive.

You know...its kinda funny. I have met the girl in charge of the interview day a few times. Mainly cause I have done the tours and went to eat the great food they have this year too. MMmmmmmmmm. I don't know if she was as friendly as Dr. Chaffin was to me last year though. He personally told me that he would call me on wednesday to let me know...it was late on wednesday and I called...he told me I got in...I was happy...I went and had a drink. Maybe they changed the way they do somethings or you got one of those people that answer the phone who arn't the most ...ummm....proactive.

Once they have gotten the letters together from the acceptance groups, they will tell you over the phone, but usually not before that. I called the friday after the adcom met (that monday), answered a verification question, and they told me. Just give them a few days to get their computer and paperwork in order. Hope that helps, also I would suggest that he call, not you.

They flat out refused to tell me anything over the phone. I would just wait for the cert mail.

I received an email...I'm sure they'll let you know that way. Waiting sucks...but chances are if you got an email and you're not a complete nut case you got in...Wait a second. We have some nut cases in our class so even if you are there's still a good chance you got in. Good luck. :)

I go away for one weekend and we fall off the front page...I'm disappointed.. :eek:

Have you guys been reading the 08 page, they have scared the **** out of me. I just don't know who to trust....Ahhhhhhhh! :scared:

Have you guys been reading the 08 page, they have scared the **** out of me. I just don't know who to trust....Ahhhhhhhh! :scared:
I can't say that it bothers me that much. I have always been the kind of person who feels guilty when I miss classes, so I don't expect the attendance policy to bother me. Regardless, I feel as if I have made an informed decision and taken all the factors into consideration.

Hey NSU gang-

I'm freeing up a seat today. I hope somebody here benefits. Another DO school makes more sense for my family situation (kiddo's public education and cost of living).

I wish NSU made more sense for me. It's a great school and the new rec center will be terrific.

Good luck all :) :thumbup:

I interviewed at NSU 3 weeks ago and am wondering how/when I can expect to be contacted. They said the committee would meet like the 26th of January or somewhere around there, I can't remember. Doc 2B, has your brother heard yet?

No he hasn't magnum. I think that is just poor form, it shows flagerant disregard for a students aprehension. I can understand it takes time to send out the letters, but a week is more than enough and there is no reason they can't email.

What's up,

I am looking for a roomate for next year. If anyone is interested, pm me. Thanks!

Blake

Hi Team

I'm a graduating M4 (assuming all goes well for the next few months!) If anybody is interested in a townhouse about 25min from school, please PM me.

Tell your friends!

Congratulations on your acceptance, Good Luck!

-Stickboy

Hi Team

I'm a graduating M4 (assuming all goes well for the next few months!) If anybody is interested in a townhouse about 25min from school, please PM me.

Tell your friends!

Congratulations on your acceptance, Good Luck!

-Stickboy


Fred! What's going on? Are you local? I'm finished SB's Guide to COMLEX and need some input if you wouldn't mind... Also, are we still planning SB's Guide to Graduating?

-A

Just a thanx to Stickboy for starting the guides, I just finished the guide for M1's and I'm ready and rearin to go. I actually highlighted parts of it so I would remember the specific info for when the time came. I also started collecting supplies from the hospital I work at, gloves for anatomy lab are on me! (I'll see how many boxes I can get away with before August)

Thank you Stickboy!

Just a thanx to Stickboy for starting the guides, I just finished the guide for M1's and I'm ready and rearin to go. I actually highlighted parts of it so I would remember the specific info for when the time came. I also started collecting supplies from the hospital I work at, gloves for anatomy lab are on me! (I'll see how many boxes I can get away with before August)

Thank you Stickboy!

you'll prolly need around 2 boxes.

you'll prolly need around 2 boxes.

You can get cheap gloves at walgreens across the street from school or one of the many around the area. 2 boxes is fine and I bought the more expensive ones that have less in each box. I still had some for looking at brains in neuroanatomy too this semester.

Just a thanx to Stickboy for starting the guides, I just finished the guide for M1's and I'm ready and rearin to go. I actually highlighted parts of it so I would remember the specific info for when the time came. I also started collecting supplies from the hospital I work at, gloves for anatomy lab are on me! (I'll see how many boxes I can get away with before August)

Thank you Stickboy!

I'm sure I'm missing something here, but is there a "check-list" that Stickyboy has out here? This is the perfect time for me to start buying supplies, while I have a job and an income, otherwise its just going to go to beer...which also is very important!

I'm sure I'm missing something here, but is there a "check-list" that Stickyboy has out here? This is the perfect time for me to start buying supplies, while I have a job and an income, otherwise its just going to go to beer...which also is very important!

Here is the 1st and 2nd edition of Stckboy's Guide for Incoming M1's (uncensored editions) that has more information regarding what is recommended...

http://www.nsucom.info/temp/stickboy.zip

If anyone in the Class of 2008 is reading this AND would like to work on Stickboy's 4th edition, please contact me here or at sbrian-at-nova-dot-edu. Stickboy's Guide --- the legend lives on! ;)

-Brian
MS-idonthavetoswipmycardanymore-III NSUCOM

P.S. Before you read the SB Guides, please read the disclaimer at the bottom of this post. I'm tired of Dean's offices :p

Hey everyone!

I decided to attend NSU-COM as well and I just wanted to say hi to everyone! My name is Jackie and I'm currently finishing my bachelor's degree at Salisbury University. (For those of you who have never even heard of such a creature, it's a small state university in Salisbury, MD) I'm planning on moving in July to one of the apartment complexes close to campus (hopefully) and I'm dragging my cute little Salisbury LAX goalie boyfriend with me! All of the posts I have read so far have been very helpful and have made me even more confident that I have made the right choice. Can't wait to meet everyone in August!

Hey everyone!

I decided to attend NSU-COM as well and I just wanted to say hi to everyone! My name is Jackie and I'm currently finishing my bachelor's degree at Salisbury University. (For those of you who have never even heard of such a creature, it's a small state university in Salisbury, MD) I'm planning on moving in July to one of the apartment complexes close to campus (hopefully) and I'm dragging my cute little Salisbury LAX goalie boyfriend with me! All of the posts I have read so far have been very helpful and have made me even more confident that I have made the right choice. Can't wait to meet everyone in August!

Congrats!!!! Make sure you come down and/or get a place settled by July....the pickin's are a little slim then.

I've heard word that there's a new athletic facility being built. I didn't really get a tour of the place, but I've read where people weren't very happy with the gym on campus, but that a new one was being built. Anyone know the status *okay, I'm just stabbing at any old subject to keep our thread alive*

When is that thing supposed to be dun?

When is that thing supposed to be dun?

www.nova.edu/ucenter/

Construction is going full-steam but I don't know much else.

NS

Alright, now I can officially say hello to all my new classmates. I made my decision, you can see my signature has change! See y'all in the fall. :clap:

Hey, do any of you have your scuba cert? I think I'm going to get mine, hell we're only going to be couple hrs from the keys. A friend that graduated 2 yrs ago, said I shouldn't go down without it, said that there is always a trip to the keys going on after exams in her class. Anyone else thinking the same?

Hey, do any of you have your scuba cert? I think I'm going to get mine, hell we're only going to be couple hrs from the keys. A friend that graduated 2 yrs ago, said I shouldn't go down without it, said that there is always a trip to the keys going on after exams in her class. Anyone else thinking the same?

I would if I could. I'm going to the keys this weekend (at the expense of the immuno test on Monday). Its about a 3 hour drive from here. It would take less but the roads are one lane and have a 45 MPH speed limit on them. Its always slow driving there. Its a great place for scuba though!

Alright, now I can officially say hello to all my new classmates. I made my decision, you can see my signature has change! See y'all in the fall. :clap:

We welcome you with open arms.. :thumbup:

When are you guys heading down to find a place to live? Does the school have someone that can help out with this, like the housing office? Are you guy's going to set down with FinAId when you're down there? I'm thinking of going down during March, good time? Or too early?

When are you guys heading down to find a place to live? Does the school have someone that can help out with this, like the housing office? Are you guy's going to set down with FinAId when you're down there? I'm thinking of going down during March, good time? Or too early?


Welcome to the dark side Doc...LOL sorry, but I just couldn't help myself. The SCUBA is a great idea. I think I can get my cert extra cheap on base before I head down there...I've always been wanting to do that. As far as getting a place to stay, I was thinking about making a trip down there in May time frame to secure a place for the beginning of July. Then I can move myself down there and have close to three weeks of just relaxin' in the sun!

I'm hoping to be down there in late May, June the latest. Basically cause class goes on til May 15th here. Otherwise I wouldve transferred my job and moved a while ago!
I started looking at apartments now online, and I'm thinking of headed down there to check out the area again in person this month too, not sure if that's jumping the gun at all though.

I would suggest to begin looking for a place ASAP. I live in Miami right now and I've already begun to look for a place and let me tell you its not that easy. Most places are full right now and will only put you on a wait list. Just a bit of advice because it would suck to be in may/june and not have a place yet. GOOD LUCK.. :thumbup:

Does anyone know if NSU still offers it's own internet connection to students? I read about it in Stickboy's guide. The guide recommends using that and dropping whatever connection we use now. I have aol now and I would definitely drop it for something free, but I'm assuming that the NSU connection only has access numbers that are local to the school, so I wouldn't switch until I got to school anyhow, right?

Thanx and Happy St. Valentine's Day :love:

Maybe you're referring to NSU's campus-wide wifi network? I don't know of any free dial-up service.

You could definitely get by on using the school's computer labs, or going wireless if you have a laptop. You could save cash by not paying for internet connection at home (definitely a viable option), or just having NetZero at home for dial-up, Comcast broadband if you have to have hi speed.

From my experience, AOL doesn't provide anything that you can't get for less money from someone else.

NS

When are you guys heading down to find a place to live? [...] I'm thinking of going down during March, good time? Or too early?

You can always start apartment shopping online apartmentguide.com and rent.com are pretty good places to start. I made a trip with my future roommate last month down to apt shop and was really glad I had put in the time online before going.

If you want to actually sign a lease when you're down there, try to go sixty days before you want to move in (that's the notice the current renters have to give as to whether they will renew their lease). Good luck.

You can always start apartment shopping online apartmentguide.com and rent.com are pretty good places to start. I made a trip with my future roommate last month down to apt shop and was really glad I had put in the time online before going.

If you want to actually sign a lease when you're down there, try to go sixty days before you want to move in (that's the notice the current renters have to give as to whether they will renew their lease). Good luck.
Yeah, what he said. He is right. ;)

It was very nice to have a good plan forumalted as to where all the apts were, what their price range was, and what order would me most efficient to see them in. I am glad that someone who was long on my trip down took the time to take care of all those details.

Happy Hunting!

Yeah, what he said. He is right. ;)

It was very nice to have a good plan forumalted as to where all the apts were, what their price range was, and what order would me most efficient to see them in. I am glad that someone who was long on my trip down took the time to take care of all those details.

Happy Hunting!

Did you guys check out Palm Trace, it looked pretty cool. How far would the drive be with traffic, anyone know?

Palm Trace is worth looking into. I live at these apartments and I have to say they are the nicest apartments for the price (2 bedroom) in Davie. It takes me about 10-15 minutes to get to class. It is about 3 miles. Most importantly you don't have to get on University Dr.

Late
Cola

Palm Trace is worth looking into. I live at these apartments and I have to say they are the nicest apartments for the price (2 bedroom) in Davie. It takes me about 10-15 minutes to get to class. It is about 3 miles. Most importantly you don't have to get on University Dr.

Late
Cola
Unless you really want to drive, my advice would be to go with one of the following complexes: Cedar Key, University Village, Poinciana Lakes, Sunforest, or Rolling Hills. All of these you can walk from, which IS EXTREMELY NICE. it's nice being able to walk home and eat lunch or go sleep, and it's nice not getting stuck in traffic on the way home during rush hour. IMO, it's worth paying a little more per month for the proximity.

Most of the time, you don't even have to pay "extra" to be in walking distance, but if you do this cost will pay for itself very quickly (save gas $, plus traffic can be a major hassle if you're stuck in it often).

I live at P. Lakes: http://www.gannonintl.com/Poincianalakes.htm

My place may be up for rent next year, but nothing's definite right now. There are about 25 HPD students living here, but that's a really rough estimate. There are different colored scrubs walking around here all the time.

NS

Which of the local (walking distance) apts has the nicest apts, and grounds? Are there alot of undergrads that live in them?

Hey guys, I just made my first offer to buy a condo near NSU today. They should let me know by tomorrow. Its pretty big and its about 2-3 blocks away from HPD so I really hope I get it... we'll see :thumbup:

anyone want to get a two bedroom apartment...or know of someone else who's looking for a roommate?

Hello to all my new classmates. NSU 2009 baby....

:thumbup:

Hello to all my new classmates. NSU 2009 baby....

:thumbup:
Hola und Willkommen. :D

Oh, one thing...that just came up in a conversation with my roomie for next year.

To those who are looking for apartments, find what works for you. I personally like to have a pretty distinct separation from work and my pesonal life as well as enjoy driving as a form of therapy and winding down. We have significantly discussed this and would both dislike greatly the idea of "walking out my back door to class." We are purposly living a few more minutes away from campus in accorance with our personalities.

Find what works best for you.

Where can I get info on Rolling Hills? I'm narrowing my search down, but I can't find any info on them. Is this the place across from the Best Western? If not what are those?

Hello to all my new classmates. NSU 2009 baby....

:thumbup:

WELCOME 2009er !! :thumbup:

Can you answer my ?

Can you answer my ?

I dont know exactly where it is but I do know its really close to HPD. Maybe this helps;;;

http://yellowpages.superpages.com/supermaps/mapinit.jsp?S=FL&PS=45&STYPE=S&CID=00000473566&LID=0007804440&map.x=212&map.y=125&level=8&lat=026078544&lng=-080256640&POI1lat=026078544&POI1lng=-080256640&POI1name=Rolling+Hills+Condo+Number+Nine&streetaddress=3300+West+Rolling+Hills+Circle&city=Davie&state=FL&zip=33328

Thanks, will call them tomorrow.

Yaaay! Saturday night and I cleaned my kitchen, now I'm sitting down to a little SDN. Maybe then I'll have a snack and go to bed. Aren't you excited to get to med school so your life can be as exciting as mine! :horns: :hardy:

Just kidding. If you saw my post in the Class of '08 thread, you know that last night more than made up for tonight. :D