Describing experiences

[cbarne01]

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...the way one words their EC descriptions does play a major role in an applicant "standing out" from the pack.

I'm looking for help with my descriptions but not having much luck when I search. Does anyone knows of resources?
Thanks!

 

[hopefulinva]

I'd love to help, but I'm a little confused what this is for. =)

 

[bunnity]

I think they mean in VMCAS when you give descriptions of your vet/animal experiences.

I guess I disagree with whoever was quoted that it's a huge deal. I think as long as you write accurately and clearly it's fine. You don't get much space so it's not really a place for creative writing. Just put the same care and proofreading into them that you would for your PS.

It's been a while since I wrote mine but I think it was just something along the lines of "Prepared animals for surgery, monitored anesthesia, gave vaccinations and microchips, observed spay/neuter surgeries, and assisted vet in low-income outpatient clinic."

ETA: Something like this may be helpful so you aren't saying "assisted" and "gave" 2000 times!
http://www.bc.edu/offices/careers/skills/resumes/verbs.html

 

[cbarne01]

So far I have similar descriptions. I was wondering if anyone had tripped over suggestions for other ways to approach it. It just feels like I should be reflecting more or ... something.
Thanks!