Disciplinary Sanction

[OnlyIfICouldTurnBackTime]

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Long story short, I got written up for smoking weed with my suite mates for the first time. No one actually caught me smoking and didn't find any weed, but RA smelled it outside the room and called the police.

I admitted that I took one hit, which was true, because I was scared s***less and didn't wanna lie.


Had my hearing today, but I will probably end up getting 1 year of disciplinary warning (1 year probation is for possessing it and /or getting caught for the 2nd time).

How much will this impact my application, and am I screwed? (I already know the answer to this.)

I won't be giving up my goal because of this one impulsive mistake I made. But I can't help but to feel depressed and hopeless. I see no direction in my life anymore. Adcombs will probably throw my app away before even reading it, considering the relatively low GPA I have.

I still try hard in school, but I can't find the motivation anymore. I keep trying to think positive, that I could possibly turn things around by getting good GPAs from now on. But I am honestly losing motivation, and can't find any positivity around me.

Days go by just as casual. When friends laugh at things, I would laugh with them. But I know deep inside I don't find it funny at all. I can't relate anymore. I've never felt this solitary before, and this probably is a form of depression. But what can I do? What's done is done.

They'll probably go light up another joint tonight, feeling lucky that they aren't in my shoe.

Am I remorseful for having to try weed? You know my response to that.

If I get flat-out rejected by the time I applied to dental schools, please don't attempt to find me. I'll be gone for a good cause.

 

[DentalFox]

Long story short, I got written up for smoking weed with my suite mates for the first time. No one actually caught me smoking and didn't find any weed, but RA smelled it outside the room and called the police.

I admitted that I took one hit, which was true, because I was scared s***less and didn't wanna lie.


Had my hearing today, but I will probably end up getting 1 year of disciplinary warning (1 year probation is for possessing it and /or getting caught for the 2nd time).

How much will this impact my application, and am I screwed? (I already know the answer to this.)

I won't be giving up my goal because of this one impulsive mistake I made. But I can't help but to feel depressed and hopeless. I see no direction in my life anymore. Adcombs will probably throw my app away before even reading it, considering the relatively low GPA I have.

I still try hard in school, but I can't find the motivation anymore. I keep trying to think positive, that I could possibly turn things around by getting good GPAs from now on. But I am honestly losing motivation, and can't find any positivity around me.

Days go by just as casual. When friends laugh at things, I would laugh with them. But I know deep inside I don't find it funny at all. I can't relate anymore. I've never felt this solitary before, and this probably is a form of depression. But what can I do? What's done is done.

They'll probably go light up another joint tonight, feeling lucky that they aren't in my shoe.

Am I remorseful for having to try weed? You know my response to that.

If I get flat-out rejected by the time I applied to dental schools, please don't attempt to find me. I'll be gone for a good cause.

Chill! There are people with DUIs applying. It will come up during an interview, but it won't destroy your chances of getting in. Just don't get written up again.

 

[BeaverLover]

I got sanctioned twice I ain't even worried

 

[2THDDS]

Just be ready to explain to them well if it comes up on the interview. Be a different person by the time you apply, then it shouldnt be a deal breaker.

 

[jeniablakebear]

How far are you from applying? Just kick ass until then. Something like this would worry admissions if it effects your grades. If you have a clean record other than what just happened to you, you can attempt to get it expunged from your record prior to applying.

 

[yeslek88]

Should still be able to score an interview at Colorado and OHSU

 

[Meowmixers]

Long story short, I got written up for smoking weed with my suite mates for the first time. No one actually caught me smoking and didn't find any weed, but RA smelled it outside the room and called the police.

I admitted that I took one hit, which was true, because I was scared s***less and didn't wanna lie.


Had my hearing today, but I will probably end up getting 1 year of disciplinary warning (1 year probation is for possessing it and /or getting caught for the 2nd time).

How much will this impact my application, and am I screwed? (I already know the answer to this.)

I won't be giving up my goal because of this one impulsive mistake I made. But I can't help but to feel depressed and hopeless. I see no direction in my life anymore. Adcombs will probably throw my app away before even reading it, considering the relatively low GPA I have.

I still try hard in school, but I can't find the motivation anymore. I keep trying to think positive, that I could possibly turn things around by getting good GPAs from now on. But I am honestly losing motivation, and can't find any positivity around me.

Days go by just as casual. When friends laugh at things, I would laugh with them. But I know deep inside I don't find it funny at all. I can't relate anymore. I've never felt this solitary before, and this probably is a form of depression. But what can I do? What's done is done.

They'll probably go light up another joint tonight, feeling lucky that they aren't in my shoe.

Am I remorseful for having to try weed? You know my response to that.

If I get flat-out rejected by the time I applied to dental schools, please don't attempt to find me. I'll be gone for a good cause.

When you stop finding even the tiniest crumb of humor, and find the world an isolating place -- then I would think depression might be settling in. Of course, I'm not a mental health professional -- but why not try speaking one? You might find it helpful.

As for the disciplinary warning -- well, you're in *college*. People make mistakes. Dentists even make mistakes. Adcoms know this. It sounds like you've learned from your lesson (even if your friends have not), and that's something important to reflect on. You learn and you grow from your mistakes. Don't get caught/do it second time -- it'll show you didn't learn -- but don't let a stumble keep you from pursuing your goal. There are people applying to dental school *years* out of college/ for multiple times/with DUI's -- they all haven't given up.

You're still young, and you have time. If your grades aren't great, then find study partners (instead of smoking buddies) and hit the library. Take time to help others and be serious about volunteering. Continue your hobbies -- and perhaps, exercise (I know that always makes me feel better if I'm feeling down). And do consider just making an appointment with a mental health professional; it might help you feel better.

 

[Weakfart]

Just make sure you got a Dank Dat score and GPA.

 

[SM555]

I was written up for drinking in the dorms, didn't hurt me at all

 

[SXCoronado]

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[OnlyIfICouldTurnBackTime]

Thanks for all the replies... I am a second semester Junior, with possibility of pursuing SMP or post-bacc. (As of now I have to get 4.0 for 3 semesters to pull 3.4 but I can make it happen)

The sanction will last a year, and my school keeps the record for 2 years following the end of sanction. My school allows me to submit a petition to completely expunge the record by the time the sanction ends.

The director of Student Conduct will see the current demeanor and etc, but he was being vague about the basis of decision. Basically I have to contribute something to my school in some way during the sanction phase. I am gonna go see him for more specifics.

 

[superluminal]

The former and perhaps greatest president of my school's pre-Dental society was arrested for possession with intent to sell marijuana. Twice.
We don't see too much of him anymore. Mostly because he matriculated into dental school lol.
Just keep your head in the right places and make sure that your application shows that you've matured academically and ethically as a predental student. It will definitely help your chances if you maintain a high gpa/DAT scores/ great ECs.