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Since it's interview season, I decided we should consider starting a "what to pack" list for OOS interviews/flights . I realize not everyone packs exactly the same, but it'd be good to have some reminders, perhaps . Please add to my basic outline.
Essential Interview Materials: Copy of AMCAS submission, secondary materials, copy of your interview invitation, phone number of the school, contact information for person/place where you are staying, possibly a map of the area. Flight information. Necessary forms of ID (drivers license/passport). You may possibly need some form of credit/debit card to check in. Remember to bring a 2x2 photo if the school requests it.
If in School: Homework/Study materials (probably not many).
Clothes: Sleepwear, Weather-appropriate clothes --> umbrella or raincoat if necessary. Interview suit (x2 if desired).
Hygiene Items: toothpaste/toothbrush/contact lenses/glasses (+ backup pair of glasses). Lens solution. Deodorant/anti-perspirant. Shampoo, soap, razor, shaving cream, face lotion, comb/brush, nail clippers. Towels. Hair dryer, perhaps. Pocket-sized kleenex/tissues.
For Women: Cosmetics, jewelry, face wash, knee-highs. Cologne/perfume. Extra panty hose, perhaps. Heels and/or walking shoes, purse.
For Men: Dress socks/undershirt. Shoe shine. Tie. Belt. Shoe horn.
Additional: Any short printouts about the US healthcare system, perhaps. Laptop computer and cord, perhaps (?) Food/snacks. Vitamins, q-tips. Cell phone and charger. Sunglasses. Mouthwash. Small notepad for taking notes. MSAR, perhaps (?) iPod and charger, suitcase, 3 oz bottles/ziploc, camera. Digital or analog watch. Thank you card and/or small gift for host. List of questions from the SDN interview thread if desired. Shower shoes. Tide pen/spot remover. Bandaids. Headache meds/analgesics. Travel alarm clock. Enough cash to cover a taxi-emergency and/or other emergency. Whey protein, water bottle. Pen, pencil, and/or padfolio. Lint brush. Hand sanitizer. Bottle of wrinkle release. Suit bag. Don't forget any medications you take regularly.
Questionable: Backpack (useful, but oh so awkward and may wrinkle your suit).
OK, please add
Essential Interview Materials: Copy of AMCAS submission, secondary materials, copy of your interview invitation, phone number of the school, contact information for person/place where you are staying, possibly a map of the area. Flight information. Necessary forms of ID (drivers license/passport). You may possibly need some form of credit/debit card to check in. Remember to bring a 2x2 photo if the school requests it.
If in School: Homework/Study materials (probably not many).
Clothes: Sleepwear, Weather-appropriate clothes --> umbrella or raincoat if necessary. Interview suit (x2 if desired).
Hygiene Items: toothpaste/toothbrush/contact lenses/glasses (+ backup pair of glasses). Lens solution. Deodorant/anti-perspirant. Shampoo, soap, razor, shaving cream, face lotion, comb/brush, nail clippers. Towels. Hair dryer, perhaps. Pocket-sized kleenex/tissues.
For Women: Cosmetics, jewelry, face wash, knee-highs. Cologne/perfume. Extra panty hose, perhaps. Heels and/or walking shoes, purse.
For Men: Dress socks/undershirt. Shoe shine. Tie. Belt. Shoe horn.
Additional: Any short printouts about the US healthcare system, perhaps. Laptop computer and cord, perhaps (?) Food/snacks. Vitamins, q-tips. Cell phone and charger. Sunglasses. Mouthwash. Small notepad for taking notes. MSAR, perhaps (?) iPod and charger, suitcase, 3 oz bottles/ziploc, camera. Digital or analog watch. Thank you card and/or small gift for host. List of questions from the SDN interview thread if desired. Shower shoes. Tide pen/spot remover. Bandaids. Headache meds/analgesics. Travel alarm clock. Enough cash to cover a taxi-emergency and/or other emergency. Whey protein, water bottle. Pen, pencil, and/or padfolio. Lint brush. Hand sanitizer. Bottle of wrinkle release. Suit bag. Don't forget any medications you take regularly.
Questionable: Backpack (useful, but oh so awkward and may wrinkle your suit).
OK, please add
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