Liberty University COM (LUCOM) Discussion Thread 2013-2014

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MMOverdose said:
Does anyone recall what they had said during the interviews about getting fixed residency positions?


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Do you mean residency spots for Liberty graduates? Dr. Leonard (Dean for Biomedical Affairs) mentioned on interview day that they are working on having General Surgery and Family Medicine residencies available for us by the time we graduate.
 
Well residencies don't work like that. Some may match students from a particular school more often (likely because they only have students from that school rotate through their program during OMS3-4) but none are specifically dedicated to one school (hence the entire match process).

The hospitals that LUCOM is associated with in Lynchburg are ~450 beds combined so I don't know how many residencies they could potentially contribute just from those.
 
Are you guys talking about clinical rotations for 3rd and 4th year?
 
I had my interview on the 18th and have still not heard back yet... I hope that's not a bad thing, bc I would really love to end up at Liberty. During the interview process they said it would take 2-3 weeks before a decision was made, but bc my interview was on the 18th idk if thanksgiving week would have affected their timeline. I am thinking I should hear back this week on if I will be given an acceptance or rejection, lets hope its an acceptance 🙂..

If anyone has heard back who was from the Nov 18th interview pls let me know! Ty in advance
 
DietCoke said:
I had my interview on the 18th and have still not heard back yet... I hope that's not a bad thing, bc I would really love to end up at Liberty. During the interview process they said it would take 2-3 weeks before a decision was made, but bc my interview was on the 18th idk if thanksgiving week would have affected their timeline. I am thinking I should hear back this week on if I will be given an acceptance or rejection, lets hope its an acceptance 🙂..

If anyone has heard back who was from the Nov 18th interview pls let me know! Ty in advance
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Hey DietCoke,

I remember you from the interview on the 18th, I also interviewed from that day and I haven't heard anything yet. So rest assured, I am on the same boat as you!
 
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Hey DietCoke,

I remember you from the interview on the 18th, I also interviewed from that day and I haven't heard anything yet. So rest assured, I am on the same boat as you!
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I interviewed on the Nov 25th... On that day they indicated the next committee meeting was on December 6th. Meaning it was the very end of last week. I would expect a group of acceptances to go out today or tomorrow. Keep your phone near!!!
 
Papa said:
I interviewed on the Nov 25th... On that day they indicated the next committee meeting was on December 6th. Meaning it was the very end of last week. I would expect a group of acceptances to go out today or tomorrow. Keep your phone near!!!
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Good luck to you all.
 
I missed a call earlier today from lu. They said it was regarding my secondary app. Anyone know what that could be about? I called back but they were closed.
 
yas710 said:
I'm interviewing a week from today and I'm so nervous! Any tips?
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The campus is nice, the interviewers and staff in general are extremely friendly. Conversation will be easy so just try and be yourself and speak up. Don't forget that before the interview, you will have lunch with faculty that have conducted interviews so that time is very much evaluative too in terms of them getting to know you in a more relaxed setting. I am fairly certain they will sit on the admissions committee too. I am not saying they all will but I am sure some are mixed in.
 
Papa said:
The campus is nice, the interviewers and staff in general are extremely friendly. Conversation will be easy so just try and be yourself and speak up. Don't forget that before the interview, you will have lunch with faculty that have conducted interviews so that time is very much evaluative too in terms of them getting to know you in a more relaxed setting. I am fairly certain they will sit on the admissions committee too. I am not saying they all will but I am sure some are mixed in.
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Also try not to get lost going to the bathroom, i'm pretty sure at least half of us managed to get lost on the Nov 25th interviews. On a more serious note, I think they are looking for real people, just be yourself and try to relax. Everyone was very friendly and easy to converse with.
 
Has anyone that interviewed from Nov. 18th on gotten a call yet? I have been on the edge of my seat for the last two days.
 
Jrl062714 said:
Has anyone that interviewed from Nov. 18th on gotten a call yet? I have been on the edge of my seat for the last two days.
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Word on the street is early this week sometime. I feel you though, I have been glued to the phone the last two days.
 
Hvilledoc said:
I called them today again, and told me I was in a "hold" category,,, they had to manually review my app and decide what the next step was. ;(
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I would just keep my hopes up and call may be next Monday and then Friday. I don't think sending a letter of intent might be a bad idea. Talk to Mr. Osley see what he says.
 
Interview next week. Cant wait to see the school and town and meet everyone. Excited :highfive:
 
I am so excited for the three of you!! Congratulations!!! 🙂
 
Just got accepted!!! Can't wait for next fall!!!
 
Accepted today as well! I interviewed Nov. 18th! So relieved.
 
Congrats everyone. Join the Facebook page so we can get a little more acquainted before class starts

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To those recently accepted, I am trying to narrow down my secondary costs a little... do you mind sharing your stats? Thanks!
 
I posted a link on the Facebook page for payment.

Captnretired my stats are posted in this thread

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Indianarn said:
That sure is a very nice touch. I have an interview next week. Can't wait to see the school, area, and meet everyone.
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You'll love it. Everyone is pleasant, from the locals to the school staff/administration. Best of luck on your interview!
 
So I made an account just so I could post on this. I interviewed here in October and was accepted in November(yay), but I had a few gripes about this school… It’s mostly the fact that they are a tad bit controlling. I mean, I like to have a glass of wine after an exam to calm my nerves a bit and settle down. Heck, maybe even a cigarette or two just after exam time. But I feel that by coming here, I have to change my way in such a way that it’s uncomfortable. I mean, we’re all adults here, we’re responsible (I feel that by being accepted here the school knows that as well)—I feel that we should be able to have at least those freedoms considering we’re not undergrads. My boyfriend of 3 years is also moving out here with me, and if I want to be romantic with him, I have to worry about getting kicked out of the school? It’s frightening. I’m not sure if anyone else has this fear as I do. I mean I consider myself extremely religious, but I feel that for a grad school it’s a tad bit overwhelming. Am I the only one that thinks this coming to the school? Am I a bad person?? :x
 
Pineapplesareyummy said:
So I made an account just so I could post on this. I interviewed here in October and was accepted in November(yay), but I had a few gripes about this school… It’s mostly the fact that they are a tad bit controlling. I mean, I like to have a glass of wine after an exam to calm my nerves a bit and settle down. Heck, maybe even a cigarette or two just after exam time. But I feel that by coming here, I have to change my way in such a way that it’s uncomfortable. I mean, we’re all adults here, we’re responsible (I feel that by being accepted here the school knows that as well)—I feel that we should be able to have at least those freedoms considering we’re not undergrads. My boyfriend of 3 years is also moving out here with me, and if I want to be romantic with him, I have to worry about getting kicked out of the school? It’s frightening. I’m not sure if anyone else has this fear as I do. I mean I consider myself extremely religious, but I feel that for a grad school it’s a tad bit overwhelming. Am I the only one that thinks this coming to the school? Am I a bad person?? :x
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From the impression that I got, they really are not that controlling. Yes, they do have strict regulations for undergrads, but I don't think it applies to graduate students. What you choose to do in the comforts of your own home is your business. So long as you are not engaging in these activities on campus I think you will be fine. Then again, if you already have doubts this early on I would really take the time to assess whether or not you want to spend the next four years there! And no, YOU ARE NOT A BAD PERSON!!! Congratulations on your acceptance!!! No matter what you choose to do, I am sure you will do great!!!
 
prowd2beloud147 said:
From the impression that I got, they really are not that controlling. Yes, they do have strict regulations for undergrads, but I don't think it applies to graduate students. What you choose to do in the comforts of your own home is your business. So long as you are not engaging in these activities on campus I think you will be fine. Then again, if you already have doubts this early on I would really take the time to assess whether or not you want to spend the next four years there! And no, YOU ARE NOT A BAD PERSON!!! Congratulations on your acceptance!!! No matter what you choose to do, I am sure you will do great!!!
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hmmmm interesting.
 
Summer and Prowd-

I'm sure doing this isn't bad as long as I keep it at home, but I also feel like a terrible person because of this because i'm "breaking the rules." I'm not that kind of person! I just don't know what i'd do with myself if I was at a restaurant/bar enjoying dinner with my significant other and I happened to have a red wine with my steak-- or even beer with my wings (if i'm having that kind of day) and someone from admissions walked in and kicked me out of med school because of it.
 
Pineapplesareyummy: From what I can tell, I think they are mainly concerned that you'll conduct yourself in a professional and responsible manner, one expected of a medical student and future physician. It sounds like you will have no problems doing that. I have been told that some of the requirements for undergraduates are not the same for graduate students. However, this is just my opinion. To be sure I think it would be best to contact them and get a definitive answer.

edit: And a big congratulations to all those who were just admitted!
 
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I mean, i'd like to ask them. But I feel that if I asked them and the situation is how I was thinking it is, I would be coming into the school already with bad blood towards me :/
 
I'm definitely on the same boat as you wondering about how all the rules play out. I guess we will just have to wait and see when classes start how it's going to be!


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I think there will be lots of students here who enjoy going out and having a couple of drinks after a tough exam. We're all old enough to drink legally and should know how to do so responsibly. On a different note, has anyone been able to find out more info on how exactly rotations are going to work 3rd and 4th year (i.e.. will be be expected to move)? I've looked up the affiliated hospitals on their website but don't remember them telling us anything else on interview day. I have to decide between this school and another school in about a week, so any new info from recent interviewers or anyone else would be greatly appreciated!
 
JC719 said:
I think there will be lots of students here who enjoy going out and having a couple of drinks after a tough exam. We're all old enough to drink legally and should know how to do so responsibly. On a different note, has anyone been able to find out more info on how exactly rotations are going to work 3rd and 4th year (i.e.. will be be expected to move)? I've looked up the affiliated hospitals on their website but don't remember them telling us anything else on interview day. I have to decide between this school and another school in about a week, so any new info from recent interviewers or anyone else would be greatly appreciated!
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Wondering the same about rotations and such!
 
Pineapplesareyummy said:
Summer and Prowd-

I'm sure doing this isn't bad as long as I keep it at home, but I also feel like a terrible person because of this because i'm "breaking the rules." I'm not that kind of person! I just don't know what i'd do with myself if I was at a restaurant/bar enjoying dinner with my significant other and I happened to have a red wine with my steak-- or even beer with my wings (if i'm having that kind of day) and someone from admissions walked in and kicked me out of med school because of it.
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Truthfully, I would check out other schools then before making a final verdict going here. I'm sure its being touted as a great school and all, but your concerns are valid. I can't imagine going to school and worrying about running into staff at someplace like a restaurant while you're at a bar and having some sort of stigma on you or feeling guilty about things that you never have before (and shouldn't). Also, you shouldn't ever have to change yourself for a school or be afraid. Being professional is one thing, but changing yourself during your off hours seems a little extreme.

To be fair, at least they are straightforward about their policies and what is expected from their students and this isn't the first school to do something like this (Loma Linda).
 
Sorry to go off topic, although all these concerns are valid.

But does it seem like going off a trimester schedule means that we will hardly have any prolonged time to go home and see our family? all i'm seeing is a few days off here and there.
 
Since mostly all of the other new schools that had their inaugural class this year gave their students iPads or laptops. I wonder if Liberty will do anything like that?


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MMOverdose said:
Since mostly all of the other new schools that had their inaugural class this year gave their students iPads or laptops. I wonder if Liberty will do anything like that?


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Heh! That'd be cool. Like to have a laptop pre-loaded with a bunch of med school stuff 😛
 
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