2023-2024 Texas Tech El Paso (Foster)

[wysdoc]

2023-2024 Texas Tech El Paso (Foster) Secondary Essay Prompts (unchanged from last year)

1. The mission of the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso Paul L. Foster School of Medicine is to provide an outstanding education and development opportunities for a diverse group of students, residents, faculty, and staff; advance knowledge through innovation and research; and serve the needs of our socially and culturally diverse communities and region.” Recognizing the components of this mission and that PLFSOM is located on the US/Mexico border, please describe why you are interested in applying to our school. (300 words or less)

2. The Foster SOM student honor code states “In my capacity as a Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso School of Medicine medical student, I will uphold the dignity of the medical profession. I will, to the best of my ability, avoid actions which might result in harm to my patients. I will protect the dignity of my patients and the deceased, and will protect their confidential information in accordance with the prevailing standards of medical practice. I will not lie, cheat, or steal. I will enter into professional relationships with my colleagues, teachers, and other health care professionals in a manner that is respectful and reflective of the high standards and expectations of my profession. I will not tolerate violations of this Code by others and will report such violations to the appropriate authorities.” Please describe past experiences or personal attributes that reflect your affinity with this honor code. (300 words or less)

3. Please describe any unique personal experiences or disadvantage (educational, financial or otherwise) and their significance to you in your pursuit of a medical degree. (300 words or less)


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[lolam]

Just got secondary invitation via email! Here are the prompts:

1. The mission of the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso Paul L. Foster School of Medicine is to provide an outstanding education and development opportunities for a diverse group of students, residents, faculty, and staff; advance knowledge through innovation and research; and serve the needs of our socially and culturally diverse communities and region.” Recognizing the components of this mission and that PLFSOM is located on the US/Mexico border, please describe why you are interested in applying to our school. (300 words or less)

2. The Foster SOM student honor code states “In my capacity as a Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso School of Medicine medical student, I will uphold the dignity of the medical profession. I will, to the best of my ability, avoid actions which might result in harm to my patients. I will protect the dignity of my patients and the deceased, and will protect their confidential information in accordance with the prevailing standards of medical practice. I will not lie, cheat, or steal. I will enter into professional relationships with my colleagues, teachers, and other health care professionals in a manner that is respectful and reflective of the high standards and expectations of my profession. I will not tolerate violations of this Code by others and will report such violations to the appropriate authorities.” Please describe past experiences or personal attributes that reflect your affinity with this honor code. (300 words or less)

3. Please describe any unique personal experiences or disadvantage (educational, financial or otherwise) and their significance to you in your pursuit of a medical degree. (300 words or less)

@wysdoc

 

[SWR1913]

Just got secondary invitation via email! Here are the prompts:

1. The mission of the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso Paul L. Foster School of Medicine is to provide an outstanding education and development opportunities for a diverse group of students, residents, faculty, and staff; advance knowledge through innovation and research; and serve the needs of our socially and culturally diverse communities and region.” Recognizing the components of this mission and that PLFSOM is located on the US/Mexico border, please describe why you are interested in applying to our school. (300 words or less)

2. The Foster SOM student honor code states “In my capacity as a Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso School of Medicine medical student, I will uphold the dignity of the medical profession. I will, to the best of my ability, avoid actions which might result in harm to my patients. I will protect the dignity of my patients and the deceased, and will protect their confidential information in accordance with the prevailing standards of medical practice. I will not lie, cheat, or steal. I will enter into professional relationships with my colleagues, teachers, and other health care professionals in a manner that is respectful and reflective of the high standards and expectations of my profession. I will not tolerate violations of this Code by others and will report such violations to the appropriate authorities.” Please describe past experiences or personal attributes that reflect your affinity with this honor code. (300 words or less)

3. Please describe any unique personal experiences or disadvantage (educational, financial or otherwise) and their significance to you in your pursuit of a medical degree. (300 words or less)

@wysdoc

Thank you

 

[JustBoughtAHammock]

I have now received two, that's right two, secondary invites from the Paul L. Foster School of medicine. I'm sure this means I have already been accepted!

 

[TxMed55]

I have now received two, that's right two, secondary invites from the Paul L. Foster School of medicine. I'm sure this means I have already been accepted!

LMAO I thought it was from another school when I saw another email. I too have gotten a repeat

 

[texasvandy]

LMAO I thought it was from another school when I saw another email. I too have gotten a repeat

UTMB secondary supposedly had a question on white coat size. they are already matriculating.

 

[JamylT]

I got an additional secondary as well. When I submitted the secondary (on the 8th), everything is marked as complete, except the "Application Complete" check. I received a confirmation e-mail that the application and fee were received, but the letter greeting name a FIRSTNAME, LASTNAME bit instead of my actual name. Casper has been sent as well.

 

[Luckydawg]

I completed my secondary, LORs, fees and mcat have all been marked received, but my application is still marked incomplete. Any reason why this might be ?

 

[wysdoc]

I completed my secondary, LORs, fees and mcat have all been marked received, but my application is still marked incomplete. Any reason why this might be ?

Casper test?

 

[JamylT]

I got an additional secondary as well. When I submitted the secondary (on the 8th), everything is marked as complete, except the "Application Complete" check. I received a confirmation e-mail that the application and fee were received, but the letter greeting name a FIRSTNAME, LASTNAME bit instead of my actual name. Casper has been sent as well.

It looks like they just added the Casper received category. It seems like these get reviewed by hand before they're marked as completed? I know my Casper scores got sent out 1-2 weeks ago, at the least. May just need to give it a few days.

edit: marked complete in totality tonight; 6/14

 

[Rite1234]

I got a complete email, and it was also marked as so in the portal. However, when I look in the portal now, it says that my application is incomplete despite each part being completed. Anyone know what's going on?

Edit: Seems to have been fixed

 

[crazyfish123]

I got a complete email, and it was also marked as so in the portal. However, when I look in the portal now, it says that my application is incomplete despite each part being completed. Anyone know what's going on?

Edit: Seems to have been fixed

I am still having the issue. Everything is in, but it is still being marked as incomplete.

 

[Rite1234]

I am still having the issue. Everything is in, but it is still being marked as incomplete.

Yeah, it just magically fixed itself in my portal, so I would just wait.

 

[JacobStatson]

Would it be appropriate to talk about COVID in the third prompt? Or better to write about something else?

 

[wysdoc]

Would it be appropriate to talk about COVID in the third prompt? Or better to write about something else?

I think it's fair game

 

[johndooe9]

I received an interview invitation nineteen minutes ago!

 

[longstoryshorty]

II just now!!! I am over the moon!! 3rd app cycle's the charm

 

[hornzup]

Congratulations! What was y'all's completion date?

 

[longstoryshorty]

Congratulations! What was y'all's completion date?

Mine was 6/14!

 

[johndooe9]

I submitted my secondary July 4

Congratulations! What was y'all's completion date?

 

[purkinjekitty]

II just now!!! I am over the moon!! 3rd app cycle's the charm

Let this be the last!!! You’re incredible!!

 

[harry_potter138]

congrats those who got an email, if ya'll don't mind sharing your stats and completion date that would be so helpful, good luck!

 

[id6262]

Does anyone know the interview format? MSAR says it is MMI, but the interviews last year appear to have been traditional. I couldn't find any information regarding this on the interview invite. Thanks!

 

[littlecandy]

Does anyone know the interview format? MSAR says it is MMI, but the interviews last year appear to have been traditional. I couldn't find any information regarding this on the interview invite. Thanks!

I have been wondering the same thing!

 

[wysdoc]

Does anyone know the interview format? MSAR says it is MMI, but the interviews last year appear to have been traditional. I couldn't find any information regarding this on the interview invite. Thanks!

We may have to wait & hear from some of our first interviewees this year, to see what this year's interview format will be.
If y'all have prepared for the CASPer, you are prepared for an MMI style interview.

 

[texasvandy]

II just now!!! I am over the moon!! 3rd app cycle's the charm

Does your interview invite describe the interview format?

 

[longstoryshorty]

No, but when I chose the date I remember it asking if I wanted a 12PM or 1PM MMI. (Not sure these were the exact times offered just example) That being said, I was also confused because from what I saw online they've done traditional format in the past? And no other mention of the format in any of their emails or communication. @texasvandy

 

[wysdoc]

No, but when I chose the date I remember it asking if I wanted a 12PM or 1PM MMI. (Not sure these were the exact times offered just example) That being said, I was also confused because from what I saw online they've done traditional format in the past? And no other mention of the format in any of their emails or communication. @texasvandy

in the 2022-2023 cycle they used traditional interview format.
Their MSAR this cycle says it will be virtual MMI.

 

[lolam]

II just now!

 

[cooltexan01]

II just now!

When were you complete ?

 

[st33lersfan02]

Just got the II email!

 

[lolam]

When were you complete ?

6/12!

 

[harry_potter138]

Just got the II email!

Congrats!! When were you complete??

 

[st33lersfan02]

Congrats!! When were you complete??

Complete 7/7/23

 

[VolleyballLover24]

II just now! In state, LM 70. Didn’t know they sent them on weekends lol

 

[purkinjekitty]

II just now! In state, LM 70. Didn’t know they sent them on weekends lol

sounds like a good weekend to celebrate with volleyball 😎

 

[cn9hbl]

II earlier today! IS LM 70!

 

[VolleyballLover24]

sounds like a good weekend to celebrate with volleyball 😎

Definitely haha

 

[harry_potter138]

II earlier today! IS LM 70!

Yay congrats, when were you complete and do u have any ties??!

 

[cn9hbl]

Yay congrats, when were you complete and do u have any ties??!

I am from a predominant Hispanic town in West TX, but not ties to EP. Complete 6/26

 

[VolleyballLover24]

Does anyone know the interview style at this school?

 

[cn9hbl]

Does anyone know the interview style at this school?

My available dates said MMI I’m fairly confident

 

[VolleyballLover24]

My available dates said MMI I’m fairly confident

Ok same! MMIs is where you interview with multiple people right?

 

[cn9hbl]

Ok same! MMIs is where you interview with multiple people right?

I’m not entirely sure. I believe they are sort of similar to Casper with a couple of “stations” also mixing in some traditional interview questions. Don’t quote me on any of this though.

 

[wysdoc]

I’m not entirely sure. I believe they are sort of similar to Casper with a couple of “stations” also mixing in some traditional interview questions. Don’t quote me on any of this though.

MMI's are like giving a CASPer answer to a live person. You will usually move from room to room (in a live interview) or zoom room to zoom room if remote, spending just 8-10 minutes with each interviewer. Most questions will be scenarios but some could be "tell me about yourself".

 

[lolam]

Just wanted to confirm, but it shows that the interview day begins at 8:30 am MST....does this mean 9:30 am CST? Seeing MST kind of threw me off

 

[wysdoc]

Just wanted to confirm, but it shows that the interview day begins at 8:30 am MST....does this mean 9:30 am CST? Seeing MST kind of threw me off

This is correct- El Paso is so far west it is in Mountain Time zone! 8:30 MT correlates to 9:30 Central Zone.

 

[lolam]

This is correct- El Paso is so far west it is in Mountain Time zone!

That's really interesting, thank you and good luck to everyone interviewing tmrw!

 

[purkinjekitty]

That's really interesting, thank you and good luck to everyone interviewing tmrw!

good luck yall!!

 

[paperjam]

I got excited when I got the II and submitted the confidentiality form before I read the instruction not to submit it until the day of the interview😫 Is this going to mess up my interview?