LECOM - Erie Discussion thread 2008-2009

[Winkie]

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I know I said earlier that all of us waitlisted people have to wait and be patient; that for some reason the "accepted" applicants somehow out-shined us "alternate listed" applicants in the interview, but it is such an ego blow to keep reading about all of these applicants getting accepted from interview groups after mine. OK, my rant is over, congratulations to the newly "accepted". Are the interviews over now?

 

[Sam63]

on alternate list should I send letter of interest and if so who to

 

[tele turnin]

i don't remember them explaining much about 3rd/4th year on interview day. i think that that was the time i was actually gone for my interview when a lot of that was brought up. so if somebody doesn't mind filling me in here, or you can pm me, i have a few questions.

how many students per site?
do most sites have all required rotations and a health amount of possible electives?
what does lecom do during these 2 yrs?
do we receive some didactic training during this phase?
are we to present cases/patients to peers/advisors during this time?
what steps does lecom take to ensure we have a quality rotation experiece?

 

[Delanooch]

on alternate list should I send letter of interest and if so who to

anyone have any thoughts on this?

 

[StrivingSurge13]

anyone have any thoughts on this?

It's always a good idea... and send it to the "admissions committee" That was what was told to me by the LECOM-Bradenton admissions representative anyhow. Tell them you felt that after your interview, that lecom had impressed you and that you would succeed there, blah blah. A letter of intent as opposed to interest is always even better I hear. But of course, you should be honest and only write one of those if you truly intend to go if accepted.

 

[johnbob5585]

I know I said earlier that all of waitlisted people have to wait and be patient; that for some reason the "accepted" applicants somehow out-shined us "alternate listed" applicants in the interview, but it is such an ego blow to keep reading about all of these applicants getting accepted from interview groups after mine. OK, my rant is over, congratulations to the newly "accepted". Are the interviews over now?

It is an ego blow. Isn't it? It seems like there is a group of waitlisters out there singing "You can't always get what you want."

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0jyKabLHVc

Then you have those accepted after your interview who are on here posting that if they get off the waitlist some where else then they are giving up their seat.

 

[bluelakes]

interviewed 27th, still no update on the portal... anyone else in the same boat?

 

[Ningaman]

Same here. Interviewed on the 27th...my status on the portal says "your application is under review."

 

[bluelakes]

yeah.. mine still says 'congratulations, you've been accepted for an interview'...

 

[Slevin]

Interviews still going on. They had a large group come through today in our OMM lab. I'd say about 15-20. One guy tho has some crazy piercing, hope he nailed the interview because it was not a professional appearance

 

[LH1985]

Interviews still going on. They had a large group come through today in our OMM lab. I'd say about 15-20. One guy tho has some crazy piercing, hope he nailed the interview because it was not a professional appearance

That does not sound good for the waiting list. I have a big stomach ache right about now. I guess that I have to assume that I have been rejected. Maybe we are supposed to know that if we didn't get an offer after the interview that we were rejected and I just missed the message. Personally, I believe that it would be kind to send some kind of a letter saying that you were just not a good fit for the school but that they wished you well. That would be much better than having false hope. It is very disheartening to hear about the late interviews when you are still waiting.

 

[Annadoc]

Dont give up all hope yet! I know of two people personally that are still "holding on" to their seats at Lecom, they paid their deposits, but are waiting to hear back from other schools. I have tried talking them into giving up their seats if they really dont want to go to Erie, but with no luck. So dont give up hope! It may work out in the end for a lot of the people on the wait-list!

 

[Slevin]

That does not sound good for the waiting list. I have a big stomach ache right about now. I guess that I have to assume that I have been rejected. Maybe we are supposed to know that if we didn't get an offer after the interview that we were rejected and I just missed the message. Personally, I believe that it would be kind to send some kind of a letter saying that you were just not a good fit for the school but that they wished you well. That would be much better than having false hope. It is very disheartening to hear about the late interviews when you are still waiting.

BTW it still doesn't mean anything. Last year quite a few people got off the waiting list less than a week before classes started. Just follow up with letters of intent to the school. Let them know you are interested.

 

[punkiedad]

That does not sound good for the waiting list. I have a big stomach ache right about now. I guess that I have to assume that I have been rejected. Maybe we are supposed to know that if we didn't get an offer after the interview that we were rejected and I just missed the message. Personally, I believe that it would be kind to send some kind of a letter saying that you were just not a good fit for the school but that they wished you well. That would be much better than having false hope. It is very disheartening to hear about the late interviews when you are still waiting.

OK. First things first. IF, and I do mean IF you get rejected, they will send you a letter that says they were interested in you (cause they did invite you for an interview right?), but all the spots are full and will encourage you to check out the post bacc and or try again.......I know this because I got one of these letters last year!

That being said, don't give up hope. The ADCOM is shuffling things around just like all the pre meds jockeying to finalize their spots, as annadoc mentioned. Slevin has it right. If you really want it, reach out and send your letter of intent and follow up. I have even heard of people starting during the first week as others pull out. I think LECOM starts a little earlier, so even students that have paid could end up leaving if a spot at another school opens up that was higher on their list.

 

[LH1985]

OK. First things first. IF, and I do mean IF you get rejected, they will send you a letter that says they were interested in you (cause they did invite you for an interview right?), but all the spots are full and will encourage you to check out the post bacc and or try again.......I know this because I got one of these letters last year!

That being said, don't give up hope. The ADCOM is shuffling things around just like all the pre meds jockeying to finalize their spots, as annadoc mentioned. Slevin has it right. If you really want it, reach out and send your letter of intent and follow up. I have even heard of people starting during the first week as others pull out. I think LECOM starts a little earlier, so even students that have paid could end up leaving if a spot at another school opens up that was higher on their list.

The problem is that it is difficult to comprehend the point of inviting someone for an interview that you do not intend to accept right away. Why do that? Then the message becomes that they just didn't like you that much at the interview because others are being accepted right after you interviewed and didn't get accepted. Are there different categories of applicants - maybe A and B? Then the B team has to wait? Why don't they just tell you that? Maybe it would just be better not to get an interview if you are the B team. Who wants to feel like the B team?

 

[tele turnin]

The problem is that it is difficult to comprehend the point of inviting someone for an interview that you do not intend to accept right away. Why do that? Then the message becomes that they just didn't like you that much at the interview because others are being accepted right after you interviewed and didn't get accepted. Are there different categories of applicants - maybe A and B? Then the B team has to wait? Why don't they just tell you that? Maybe it would just be better not to get an interview if you are the B team. Who wants to feel like the B team?

so when you interview for a job do you think you should be offered that job just because you interviewed? i mean it is the same concept as i see it. getting an interview is a compliment in itself because you have already proven much. sure they are telling you that they are interested and feel that you would be a competent physician, but the application is one piece of the puzzle to be completed. in no way am i saying that when they interview and don't accept they don't like the person, or didn't find them compatible. you wouldn't be there for an interview if they felt that way. i don't know how the process works, all i know is that they have been at it for years and getting an interview is an accomplishment itself and shows that you will be a doctor. maybe here, maybe not, but it shows that there are those that feel/know you have it in you.

 

[StrivingSurge13]

The problem is that it is difficult to comprehend the point of inviting someone for an interview that you do not intend to accept right away. Why do that? Then the message becomes that they just didn't like you that much at the interview because others are being accepted right after you interviewed and didn't get accepted. Are there different categories of applicants - maybe A and B? Then the B team has to wait? Why don't they just tell you that? Maybe it would just be better not to get an interview if you are the B team. Who wants to feel like the B team?

Ya, As the previous poster alluded to, the interview is itself an integral part of the selection process. You made it that far, but you still have to do well in the interview... When they accept people after the interview and your put on the waitlist, yes they do like those accepted people more than you or else you'd be accepted too. It's just something we have to deal with... You can't always be the most liked person... Such is life. Also it's really dumb to say "why even get an interview" As mentioned before, getting an interview is an accomplishment in and of itself, it means that you are "liked" more than the thousands of others who didn't get an interview... and most importantly getting an interview is you being given an opportunity to convince them to accept you. Sometimes we succeed at this and sometimes we fail, but at least you were given a chance. And also realize that most of the waitlist movement probably happens towards the end of May - June time, and all the way up to the first week of class.

 

[Slevin]

Actually I've seen how they select people for spots... its like the lottery. They have all your names written on pieces of paper in a giant bowl and they pick them out at random.

Sometimes they even let us students get in on the fun during lunch time!

😀

 

[tele turnin]

that's a lie. i was told they do that in the atrium where you aren't allowed.

 

[slicedbread]

anybody know how many people they have on the waitlist this year?

 

[Delanooch]

Does anyone know how long people who have been accepted have to send in a deposit and when they need to commit to LECOM? I was told movement off the waiting list begins late april, is today the day people who have sent in deposits need to commit?

 

[tele turnin]

i have a deposit may 7th, which i am hoping to get extended by a few days to get the money together. after that i think that may 15th is a big day to commit

 

[bassstimme1]

I sent in my deposit a couple weeks ago. Is there anything extra we have to do to commit by May 15th?

 

[LH1985]

i have a deposit may 7th, which i am hoping to get extended by a few days to get the money together. after that i think that may 15th is a big day to commit

Okay, here is you from the PNWU thread:

anybody know how many are on the waitlist/accepted for 2010?

on about the same note, anybody know how many are on the waitlist?

i'm crossing my fingers that those extra seats are approved am that i am lucky enough to get one.

So what do I think? I think that you are stalling for time. So some of us who really do want to go to LECOM and it is our first choice have to be miserable.

 

[tele turnin]

i actually don't have a first choice quite yet, still trying to figure that out. as for why i can't pay my deposit, it's quit simple. i got laid off the first week of november. got a job the 3rd week of february. first day on the job a full sheet of plywood (4'x8'x1") fell 26 feet onto my neck. i don't remember it happening, nor do i remember the rest of that day or the morning of the next. just barely started working last week, but am still in a bit of pain as every job i could find is manual labor. so i haven't had a paycheck for ages, but luckily had some savings piled up to get us through. bot are great schools and i would be happy to go to both. yes i am leaning a little towards pnwu, but in all hosesty i would be very happy at lecom. if i had the money to put the money down today would i do it? heck yeah, i want nothing more than to be in school this fall and get the ball rolling. can i get it by the 7th? only if pigs fly(not counting the swine flu), but i will have it mid next week so i could get it in 10th/11thish. i know that being on the waitlist sucks. i apologize if i offended you, or in anyway made you want to take out frustrations on me. so yes, i am leaning pnwu as i said, but lecom is also a great school with a great program. hopefully you get in and who knows maybe i will either a) free up a seat and hopefully you get it or b) be your classmate come august. i'm just a person that is happy to have made it this far, as i am sure most of us are.

 

[DO2Be2013]

I don't think you owe anyone an explanation. It's your seat to do with as you please; you earned it fair and square. The adcom obviously determined that you were a stronger applicant than those who ended up on the waitlist, and that's certainly nothing to apologize for.

Your first obligation is to yourself, not those on the waitlist who want your seat. I don't doubt for a second that anyone else in your shoes (in at one school, waitlisted at top choice, and commiting a deposit for the first seat in case it doesn't work out at the school they want) would act any differently. Who in their right mind would turn down an acceptance in hand to take their chances on getting off a waitlist and potentially be left in the cold next fall just for the benefit of other people on a waitlist?

That's exactly what I did this cycle. Accepted at LECOM and delayed decision at the school I really wanted (PCOM) so I put in the deposit at LECOM just in case, knowing full well that I'd drop it if PCOM came through (which they did). So yeah, I held a seat I didn't really want for two months knowing there were people on LECOM's waitlist who would kill for it. Not apologizing.

 

[LH1985]

I don't think you owe anyone an explanation. It's your seat to do with as you please; you earned it fair and square. The adcom obviously determined that you were a stronger applicant than those who ended up on the waitlist, and that's certainly nothing to apologize for.

Your first obligation is to yourself, not those on the waitlist who want your seat. I don't doubt for a second that anyone else in your shoes (in at one school, waitlisted at top choice, and commiting a deposit for the first seat in case it doesn't work out at the school they want) would act any differently. Who in their right mind would turn down an acceptance in hand to take their chances on getting off a waitlist and potentially be left in the cold next fall just for the benefit of other people on a waitlist?

That's exactly what I did this cycle. Accepted at LECOM and delayed decision at the school I really wanted (PCOM) so I put in the deposit at LECOM just in case, knowing full well that I'd drop it if PCOM came through (which they did). So yeah, I held a seat I didn't really want for two months knowing there were people on LECOM's waitlist who would kill for it. Not apologizing.

For some of us the LECOM-PCOM game is a problem. I am not interested in PCOM.

 

[tele turnin]

LH1985, there will be waitlist movement. Probably not right now because as I understood it they were interviewing until very recently. Come May 15th, if I understand things correctly, people will only be able to hold aseat at one school. I know people that have held seats at multiple schools for some time. I think that everybody involved in this has the same angle as you-they have a school that they would do anything to get into, but at the same time don't want to be high and dry come fall. So hold off on the complaining until May 15th. I bet after that waitlist everywhere will start showing a lot of love to many. Maybe you'll take part.

 

[LH1985]

LH1985, there will be waitlist movement. Probably not right now because as I understood it they were interviewing until very recently. Come May 15th, if I understand things correctly, people will only be able to hold aseat at one school. I know people that have held seats at multiple schools for some time. I think that everybody involved in this has the same angle as you-they have a school that they would do anything to get into, but at the same time don't want to be high and dry come fall. So hold off on the complaining until May 15th. I bet after that waitlist everywhere will start showing a lot of love to many. Maybe you'll take part.

Well, my goal is to be a doctor in average-America including rural America. I do not plan to make great gobs of money in average-America. LECOM is a great deal-great school. So when you give up your place, I hope that it is me that receives that place. As of now, I have to apply for next year because my other options are at least a third to a half higher in tuition. I don't think that you understand the concept of value.

 

[tele turnin]

i'll just leave the last line. be like a postage stamp. it sticks with something until it arrives at its destination. best of luck.

 

[engineeredout]

yeah you're right i must not understand value at all. nor do i understand why you are upset with me and the countless others throughout the country that wouldn't mind making a choice between schools and trying to figure out which one is the best for you. here's my theory thow.

i may not understand value at all (apparently i despise value menus, oh except wendy's they are great that's what i had after my lecom interview. great deal, nuggets, burger, and a frosty for dirt cheap) but i do know what lh stands for-luteinizing hormone. now i don't know if you are a guy or a girl but here's what i know-
in females lh triggers ovulation-i know that this can make one easily irritable and likely to get upset over trivial matters
in males lh triggers testosterone production via leydig cells-a rise in this can also cause one to get angry/upset over trivial things.

just a theory, i would take it for what its worth-a grain of salt, as i do with not worrying about the decisions of others and simplying knowing that if i continue on a set path i will get there. much like a postage stamp. it sticks to something until it arrives at its destination.

 

[Slevin]

Eh... for all you whiny girls out there my heart bleeds purple peanut butter for you. Look if you were in the same situation and you got into a school that wasn't your #1 choice and you were waiting to hear back from them you would do the same thing. Take the spot that was offered and if you get into your top choice you then have the option of deciding between the two. Don't rag one someone because they are holding a spot and trying to make a decision that will affect the rest of their life.

Simple fact is that they were on their game and you weren't for whatever reason... maybe better stats, maybe their app got in earlier (see what happens when you procrastinate) whatever the reason is doesn't matter they have the seat. Just be professional, I mean professionalism is a hallmark of being a physician (note on interviews don't wear pearcings if you are a guy, had that happen this week knowing the school it probably didn't make a good impression) and complaining like you are back in junior high because you didn't get your way makes you seem petty.

For those of you holding a seat at LECOM or anywhere else and still waiting to hear back from other schools hold on to that seat until you figure out where you want to go, don't rush the decision and talk to students see if they are happy there. Also don't neglect to find out more info on the town you will be living in too, that can be a factor in your decision.

For those on the wait list... if you really want to go follow up with the school send letters of intent, be proactive (just don't annoy the adcom) and good luck. I had to apply for 2 cycles before I got in so I know the pain of rejection. I have a stack of my rejection letters back home and the day I graduate I'll burn all of them to ashes.

 

[LH1985]

yeah you're right i must not understand value at all. nor do i understand why you are upset with me and the countless others throughout the country that wouldn't mind making a choice between schools and trying to figure out which one is the best for you. here's my theory thow.

i may not understand value at all (apparently i despise value menus, oh except wendy's they are great that's what i had after my lecom interview. great deal, nuggets, burger, and a frosty for dirt cheap) but i do know what lh stands for-luteinizing hormone. now i don't know if you are a guy or a girl but here's what i know-
in females lh triggers ovulation-i know that this can make one easily irritable and likely to get upset over trivial matters
in males lh triggers testosterone production via leydig cells-a rise in this can also cause one to get angry/upset over trivial things.

just a theory, i would take it for what its worth-a grain of salt, as i do with not worrying about the decisions of others and simplying knowing that if i continue on a set path i will get there. much like a postage stamp. it sticks to something until it arrives at its destination.

Are you seriously a LECOM applicant? There can be mis-understandings on this forum. The waitlist is very serious for some people -including me. Probably, you have caused four or five e-mails per day to the LECOM admission department from each waitlist applicant.

 

[tele turnin]

Eh... for all you whiny girls out there my heart bleeds purple peanut butter for you. Look if you were in the same situation and you got into a school that wasn't your #1 choice and you were waiting to hear back from them you would do the same thing. Take the spot that was offered and if you get into your top choice you then have the option of deciding between the two. Don't rag one someone because they are holding a spot and trying to make a decision that will affect the rest of their life.

Simple fact is that they were on their game and you weren't for whatever reason... maybe better stats, maybe their app got in earlier (see what happens when you procrastinate) whatever the reason is doesn't matter they have the seat. Just be professional, I mean professionalism is a hallmark of being a physician (note on interviews don't wear pearcings if you are a guy, had that happen this week knowing the school it probably didn't make a good impression) and complaining like you are back in junior high because you didn't get your way makes you seem petty.

For those of you holding a seat at LECOM or anywhere else and still waiting to hear back from other schools hold on to that seat until you figure out where you want to go, don't rush the decision and talk to students see if they are happy there. Also don't neglect to find out more info on the town you will be living in too, that can be a factor in your decision.

For those on the wait list... if you really want to go follow up with the school send letters of intent, be proactive (just don't annoy the adcom) and good luck. I had to apply for 2 cycles before I got in so I know the pain of rejection. I have a stack of my rejection letters back home and the day I graduate I'll burn all of them to ashes.

Thank you very much. Sorry to all for my comments on LH. Don't know what happened there, got a little sarcastic I guess.

LH sorry to you too. As I have said here, and in the pm i sent you, I hope you get in. Sounds like your head is on straight and you from what you said about working in more rural areas sounds like your goals are common with mine and I wish you good luck on that. Sorry if my comments got out of hand, but I was just a little offended by you judging waht I was doing and trying to call me on it. Also, I must disagree with you on the fact that I don't know what value is. LECOM's a great school and those that go there are very lucky. Maybe or maybe not we will meet there. Hopefully not in the same terms as we have here. Best of luck to you. Most of my friends in med school were pulled off waiting list and most of that seemed to happen in May.

Anyways, I'm done with this stupid bickering. If you want pm me or whatever and we can keep chatting, but not here anymore and I won't let my sarcasm overcome me anymore. Best of luck to you getting in. I'll keep on eye out here for your announcement that you got in. Take care.

ps as previously said I wouldn't go emailing them that much. just write a great letter of intent, get another DO letter, send it in and keep your fingers crossed. that will get a lot more done than emails or anything else. there are a few neat stories about people getting in after being persistent and writing letters of intent. i think i just googled "med school letter of intent" and found some.

 

[Slevin]

ps as previously said I wouldn't go emailing them that much. just write a great letter of intent, get another DO letter, send it in and keep your fingers crossed. that will get a lot more done than emails or anything else. there are a few neat stories about people getting in after being persistent and writing letters of intent. i think i just googled "med school letter of intent" and found some.

Remember be genuine in your letter, they get allot of them also don't just say why the school would be a good fit, figure out and tell them why the whole community would be a good fit. If you just graduated and your final transcript shows improvement of your grades send that in as well.

Just gotta figure out what to do to change it and if you have to reapply another cycle then do it but make sure you get everything in early as possible

 

[nysheth]

Alright, so I just got a letter putting me on the alternate list from LECOM.
The weird thing was that they didn't say I had been waitlisted on the portal, it had just said the adcom had made a decision and a letter was going to be sent out in 30 days, so it got my hopes up.🙁

So is an alternate the same thing as being waitlisted? Also, I just got into LMU-DCOM, I don't know if I should put a deposit in or not....boo.

 

[Slevin]

Alright, so I just got a letter putting me on the alternate list from LECOM.
The weird thing was that they didn't say I had been waitlisted on the portal, it had just said the adcom had made a decision and a letter was going to be sent out in 30 days, so it got my hopes up.🙁

So is an alternate the same thing as being waitlisted? Also, I just got into LMU-DCOM, I don't know if I should put a deposit in or not....boo.

Alt list is the same thing as wait list. If I were you I'd put the deposit down and if you get off the waitlist decide where you would be happiest and if LECOM then pay their deposit... $1500 isn't that much in the long haul for med school. Wait till you start buying books

 

[nysheth]

Yeah, LECOM is my first choice. I'm pretty bummed but I hope I get off the alternate list. I wish I knew where I was ranked. Thanks for your input.

 

[Winkie]

"nysheth": Sorry about the waitlist, I feel your pain. Getting the same notice as "tele turnin" on your portal must have been a major d*ck tease.

"tele turnin": As a waitlister I want to CONGRATULATE you on your acceptances!!! Please stop apologizing for your achievements, as "DO2Be2013" said, you owe no one an explanation or apology.

"LH1985": I totally understand your frustration and don't mean to be harsh, but you really need to knock that chip off your shoulder and stop blaming others for what is happening to you. As from what I understand, holding multiple acceptances is the norm, that is why there is so much waitlist movement after May 15. Remember, before you continue to lash out at others, these people may soon be your classmates.

 

[LH1985]

"nysheth": Sorry about the waitlist, I feel your pain. Getting the same notice as "tele turnin" on your portal must have been a major d*ck tease.

"tele turnin": As a waitlister I want to CONGRATULATE you on your acceptances!!! Please stop apologizing for your achievements, as "DO2Be2013" said, you owe no one an explanation or apology.

"LH1985": I totally understand your frustration and don't mean to be harsh, but you really need to knock that chip off your shoulder and stop blaming others for what is happening to you. As from what I understand, holding multiple acceptances is the norm, that is why there is so much waitlist movement after May 15. Remember, before you continue to lash out at others, these people may soon be your classmates.

I am not lashing out. I am saying that it is very late in the cycle. Some with acceptances obviously don't acknowledge that they have given a valuable seat - that's all. To go around posting on other threads that they intent to give up their LECOM seat is very annoying. Why not just keep that information to yourself? Why share? It just rubs salt into the wounds of the waitlisters and the people who are going to apply again next year.

 

[ChiDO]

Alt list is the same thing as wait list. If I were you I'd put the deposit down and if you get off the waitlist decide where you would be happiest and if LECOM then pay their deposit... $1500 isn't that much in the long haul for med school. Wait till you start buying books

Unless your in LDP and refuse to buy books.

 

[Slevin]

Unless your in LDP and refuse to buy books.

Could always to the MilMed thing and have them pay for all your books too!

 

[Bludiem]

Seriously. I hope there are 75 people holding multiple seats and they all get in wherever they want to. There are a lot of people on LECOM's alternate list and we should all really want a whole load of seats to have to be opened up in the next month when people start to choose. Or at least maybe LECOM will have to fill the last few seats by choosing from within our ranks, if there are any left.
Please just don't hold your seats until the day before classes start. I might have a problem with that.

I am not lashing out. I am saying that it is very late in the cycle. Some with acceptances obviously don't acknowledge that they have given a valuable seat - that's all. To go around posting on other threads that they intent to give up their LECOM seat is very annoying. Why not just keep that information to yourself? Why share? It just rubs salt into the wounds of the waitlisters and the people who are going to apply again next year.

 

[engineeredout]

Unless your in LDP and refuse to buy books.

So you don't end up using the texbooks in LDP? Just studying from lectures?

I saw the textbook list for c/o 2012 on the website and was like 😱

Then I realized that list just applied to anatomy and then it was

 

[DO2Be2013]

I am not lashing out. I am saying that it is very late in the cycle. Some with acceptances obviously don't acknowledge that they have given a valuable seat - that's all. To go around posting on other threads that they intent to give up their LECOM seat is very annoying. Why not just keep that information to yourself? Why share? It just rubs salt into the wounds of the waitlisters and the people who are going to apply again next year.

I think you need to grow a thicker skin. There is nothing wrong with what he/she is doing. Maybe you should stop reading the threads that make you so upset instead of expecting others to keep their opinions to themselves in deference to those who didn't get accepted. As I said, anyone else in his/her place (including me and probably you) would take a seat that wasn't their top choice in a heartbeat while waiting out the alternate list at the school they want. It would be idiotic to risk not having a seat in med school at all next year just so you don't hurt other people's feelings on the SDN boards.

 

[Pineappleyum]

When do we need to buy books?

Do current students think that all the books are necessary to buy?
Are lectures deep and detailed enough that some books are unnecessary?

ALSO,
how do you sign into the portal on the website.
I forgot my login, and am wondering if maybe there's some info on there.

 

[DrMaz]

When do we need to buy books?

Do current students think that all the books are necessary to buy?
Are lectures deep and detailed enough that some books are unnecessary?

ALSO,
how do you sign into the portal on the website.
I forgot my login, and am wondering if maybe there's some info on there.

You should receive an email shortly about financial aid with your portal login information. I received mine today.

In addition to Pineappleyum's question about books, when will we receive the list of books we need to purchase?

 

[LH1985]

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Originally Posted by LH1985
I am not lashing out. I am saying that it is very late in the cycle. Some with acceptances obviously don't acknowledge that they have given a valuable seat - that's all. To go around posting on other threads that they intent to give up their LECOM seat is very annoying. Why not just keep that information to yourself? Why share? It just rubs salt into the wounds of the waitlisters and the people who are going to apply again next year.

I think

I think you need to grow a thicker skin. There is nothing wrong with what he/she is doing. Maybe you should stop reading the threads that make you so upset instead of expecting others to keep their opinions to themselves in deference to those who didn't get accepted. As I said, anyone else in his/her place (including me and probably you) would take a seat that wasn't their top choice in a heartbeat while waiting out the alternate list at the school they want. It would be idiotic to risk not having a seat in med school at all next year just so you don't hurt other people's feelings on the SDN boards.

I am not holding two places or waitlisted elsewhere. LECOM was my choice. And I am waitlisted LECOM. I am interested in small town-rural practice. So I have to exclude schools with high tuition if I want to be able to buy a house and eat.

 

[DrMaz]

Has anyone heard or experienced anything about the Maleno Development properties? I'm looking into Lakeview, Scenery Hills, or Shadow Pines. Any info would be appreciated.

 

[engineeredout]

Has anyone heard or experienced anything about the Maleno Development properties? I'm looking into Lakeview, Scenery Hills, or Shadow Pines. Any info would be appreciated.

They look really nice, and are pretty close to the school. I didn't opt for them though cause they're pretty expensive.