Bringing someone along for Second Look

[Darksmurf]

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I've gotten a couple of second look invites from schools I've been accepted at but neither of them mention bringing others along. Has anyone brought a spouse or signficant other to second look weekend or is anyone planning to?

 

[pennybridge]

i'm sure its been done in the history of medicine.

 

[lord_jeebus]

I think it's an excellent idea

 

[Darksmurf]

i'm sure its been done in the history of medicine.

Done's been done but is it a good idea. The 2nd looks seem to have a lot of activities and things and I am wondering how awkward it would be to bring the girl I'm engaged to if no one else brings someone.

 

[DropkickMurphy]

So long as it isn't your mommy or daddy you bring along, I don't think anyone will say anything.

 

[notgettingin]

So long as it isn't your mommy or daddy you bring along, I don't think anyone will say anything.

Hmm...maybe I should rethink my plans (that is if I ever get two acceptances), but I was planning on bringing along anyone in my family who wants to come. And I am older too...just thought it would be nice to get their perspective on the schools. And I am sure I am going to get a lot of **** for saying this, but who cares? I would never bring a parent or sibling along to an interview, but if you're already accepted, and your family is curious, what's the big deal?

 

[NYyanx28]

Hmm...maybe I should rethink my plans (that is if I ever get two acceptances), but I was planning on bringing along anyone in my family who wants to come. And I am older too...just thought it would be nice to get their perspective on the schools. And I am sure I am going to get a lot of **** for saying this, but who cares? I would never bring a parent or sibling along to an interview, but if you're already accepted, and your family is curious, what's the big deal?

I am 21, traditional student and didn't think twice about asking my parents if they would want to go to one of the second-looks. Is it really that bad to bring your parents to one of these? I'm totally independent and all, so don't bash me, I just feel like I would like to hear their perspective of the schools that I applied to.

 

[searun]

next year's dating scene for the singles. Seems like a good idea to me. I assume that single people in med school actually have a social life outside of class. Perhaps I am naive, but I hope not.

 

[DropkickMurphy]

Hmm...maybe I should rethink my plans (that is if I ever get two acceptances), but I was planning on bringing along anyone in my family who wants to come. And I am older too...just thought it would be nice to get their perspective on the schools. And I am sure I am going to get a lot of **** for saying this, but who cares? I would never bring a parent or sibling along to an interview, but if you're already accepted, and your family is curious, what's the big deal?

I honestly don't care one way or the other......I was just being sarcastic....

 

[armybound]

someone obviously missed the thread about someone wanting to bring mommy to the interview.

I say go for it.. but I have no idea what 2nd look weekends are about

 

[Haemulon]

From what I understand, second look weekends are a way for the school to pitch themselves to you so that they can convince you to matriculate there and not somewhere else. While on interviews it is bad form to bring parents, SO's, or other family, second look weekends are a different animal. I think for most instances, it is appropriate to bring your spouse or even parents, especially if you want their opinion to help you make your decision. To be on the safe side, you could call the school and ask about bringing one or more guests and if it would be appropriate. Definitely no harm in asking, and it may even be necessary if the school is planning on catering any events and needs to plan on a certain head count. Have fun!

 

[nekrogg]

when do second looks start? i havent heard from any of the schools i got into yet about second looks..

 

[trying]

maybe bring them along for the trip, but not to the actual second-look activities. you can always look around with them when you're done with the school stuff

 

[goongirl]

Parents might be a bit strange just b/c most students will be there without parents and at least at my school, there's a lot of social activities. But significant others are strongly encouraged to attend and there's even a couple of special sessions & lunches for them to meet eachother and other current medical spouses while their partners are doing the typical 2nd look curriculum overviews and such. That said, my school's known for being very non-trad friendly so I don't know about other schools.

 

[Anastasis]

If you're talking about a SO who will be moving with you then I think it's totally appropriate to bring them to 2nd look. Hey it's 4 years of their life too!