MCW Class of 2010, Part 3

[Agent Splat]

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I'm leaning toward skipping the expedition. I've been to both and there's not much new at either one since I've been last. Although, maybe it's supposed to be a bonding thing and I should just suck it up and go to one of them. If I had to choose between them, I would go to the art museum. It's a pretty cool building, plus it has a piece of "art" that I think everyone should see: a darkened room with only a bed in it accompanied by the sound of a beating heart...it still haunts my nightmares.

Actually there also should be a giant video of a live, beating heart in that room too. It's pretty dang cool.

I am partial to the little doll being crushed by the folding chair, saying depressing things like "I often make friends but lose them quickly." It's by the stairs.

 

[Tori's dad]

I have a credit card with a 7,500 limit and a 0 balance...anyone know if I should dump the card to better my credit score? ( I should note that I don't have any debt or red flags on my credit history, but, I have had this card for nearly 7 years, so all those "on time" payments look really good...I think.)

 

[Hawkeye Kid]

I have a credit card with a 7,500 limit and a 0 balance...anyone know if I should dump the card to better my credit score? ( I should note that I don't have any debt or red flags on my credit history, but, I have had this card for nearly 7 years, so all those "on time" payments look really good...I think.)

If you're using the card and are only considering dropping it for credit score reasons, I wouldn't worry about it much. If you're planning on getting a new card (for whatever reason) and you don't think that you'll EVER need the extra available money (emergencies, etc) then go ahead and get rid of it. As long as you've consistently carried a balance and made on-time payments, it's unlikely that the card will have an adverse effect on your credit score--unless it's one of 17 cards in your name. 😱 It's much more likely that it's helping, though maybe not much. Do you know what your credit score is? Why the concern about bumping your score?

 

[Tori's dad]

If you're using the card and are only considering dropping it for credit score reasons, I wouldn't worry about it much. If you're planning on getting a new card (for whatever reason) and you don't think that you'll EVER need the extra available money (emergencies, etc) then go ahead and get rid of it. As long as you've consistently carried a balance and made on-time payments, it's unlikely that the card will have an adverse effect on your credit score--unless it's one of 17 cards in your name. 😱 It's much more likely that it's helping, though maybe not much. Do you know what your credit score is? Why the concern about bumping your score?

I just want to make sure they don't have a reason to deny any type of financial aid, but, admittedly, I sound a little paranoid. I only have two credit cards, and like I said, no debt whatsoever. I just don't want any suprises when I show up for the fin-aid interview.

 

[Tori's dad]

No, I don't know my credit score, I just know that there are no red flags on my report

 

[scotttennis]

I have a credit card with a 7,500 limit and a 0 balance...anyone know if I should dump the card to better my credit score? ( I should note that I don't have any debt or red flags on my credit history, but, I have had this card for nearly 7 years, so all those "on time" payments look really good...I think.)

I just recently had the same question. I found this website that explains that having a second card that you don't use will actually increase your credit score. This site also discusses this issue. Also, keeping an older credit card maintains a longer credit history...a good thing.

 

[Hawkeye Kid]

having two credit cards with no outstanding debt will have absolutely zero impact on your ability to obtain financial aid. like scott said, the second card (used sparingly) will help your score. in fact, i *think* you're better off using it occasionally and paying on time than you are if you never use it.

 

[Tori's dad]

Thanks for the info...

 

[Xandie]

I love the zoo! I go all the time... I'm like a small child, in many ways (insert Pratik's joke here).

I took the afternoon off too, because I needed to unpack some more and I was savoring the time I could spend with the hubby... pish tosh to that!!

Eight days until third year starts, people. Rev your engines... or just think of me on that lovely July 3rd (my anniversary, mind you) at 7:30am when I'm at the radiology residents morning conference. Sigh.

 

[pratik7]

I have a credit card with a 7,500 limit and a 0 balance...anyone know if I should dump the card to better my credit score? ( I should note that I don't have any debt or red flags on my credit history, but, I have had this card for nearly 7 years, so all those "on time" payments look really good...I think.)

Dont do it. Your credit score is partially based on outstanding balance/available credit( how much of your total credit you are using). If you drop the credit card your score will go down. Also, the school doesnt ask for your credit score; just a history to make sure you havent filed bankrupt or have large outstanding credit card debt and such.

 

[Agent Splat]

Dont do it. Your credit score is partially based on outstanding balance/available credit( how much of your total credit you are using). If you drop the credit card your score will go down. Also, the school doesnt ask for your credit score; just a history to make sure you havent filed bankrupt or have large outstanding credit card debt and such.

You forgot to give your Dad credit and/or cite him for that post.

Plagarist.

That and you abandoned me.

Abandonist.

 

[Agent Splat]

Eight days until third year starts, people. Rev your engines... or just think of me on that lovely July 3rd (my anniversary, mind you) at 7:30am when I'm at the radiology residents morning conference. Sigh.

Wow. Let the suckiness commence. Let me check my schedule...July 3....hmmm...what's this...oh, why, I WON'T be sitting in a radiologists conference. In fact, I'll be sleeping at work. Hm. Interesting.

*ducks*

 

[Tori's dad]

Dont do it. Your credit score is partially based on outstanding balance/available credit( how much of your total credit you are using). If you drop the credit card your score will go down. Also, the school doesnt ask for your credit score; just a history to make sure you havent filed bankrupt or have large outstanding credit card debt and such.

Yeah I think I will hold on to it. Just in case of emergencies like an emergency fishing trip or an emergency trip to "Taste of Chicago" or an emergency supreme pizza...

 

[akpete]

Tori's Dad, I'd hang on to that credit card. The only way it could possibly hurt you is for a mortgage for the open credit. But that's a huge maybe. The only thing you'd need it for school would be for a private loan. I actually got a non-school certified private loan co-signed with credit card adding up to like a $20000 limit, so I wouldn't worry.

I went to both the art museum and the zoo. (I was already CPR certified, and besides, I would've had that in the morning anyway). I had never been to the zoo and had a beautiful non-rain day there. It was a lot of fun.

I had been to the museum before, and seriously went just to see the "doll under the chair" and the "bed with the beating heart" again. I think those too are really cool. The doll actually says real statements to some MN pyschology study or something.(I can't remember exactly.).

If you have the opportunity depending on your CPR sessions, I'd try to go to both. #1 - it's free, and #2 - you'd have a good time at either.

I don't know if ya'll got this yet in the mailings, but I also recommend the pre-orientation activities. That's where I met a lot of people, esp. since I moved into an apartment by myself w/out knowing anyone. I ended up hanging out with most of them (if not all) during orientation and afterwards.

 

[pratik7]

Plagarist.

That and you abandoned me.

Abandonist.

Worry not. For our souls will meet again shortly.




Unless you decide to eat it

 

[Tori's dad]

I think we found a place! Does any of you know the area just south of Hampton Ave. on 92nd? Is that a good neighborhood for kids? Any comments on family life in this area are welcomed!

 

[Agent Splat]

this rant is deserved as I was supposed to be done at work at midnight but was there until 2:45am doing a long patient transfer.

I freaking hate doctors.

If the patient is on MY stretcher they are still under MY care. Keep your mouth shut and don't be asking them your 150 questions until my crew moves them over to your bed. Especially when we're trying to keep her calm for a rather abrupt movement from one bed to another. She can only take so much commotion and she's already stressed out.

Secondly, if I ask you to sign the ambulance report, just sign it. Don't give me this "don't the nurses usually do that?" crap. Just learn to be flexible and sign the stupid thing. You're the only one in the room NOT doing something important at the moment. Oh, and we're NOT sorry for almost running over your toes with the stretcher.

Stupid doctors.

 

[Ashers]

Oh, and we're NOT sorry for almost running over your toes with the stretcher.

Stupid doctors.

Don't they know that that's part of the protocol? Even the phlebotomists in hospitals know that!

 

[fromnowhere]

Hi all

I am not sure if this question has been asked before. Which insurance plan do most of you have? I am trying to decide whether ppo, HMO? Thanks

 

[scotttennis]

Hi all

I am not sure if this question has been asked before. Which insurance plan do most of you have? I am trying to decide whether ppo, HMO? Thanks

If you are healthy and have been healthy in the past, I would take the lowest premium/high deductible plan. You may have to pay a little more out-of-pocket for the occasional checkup, but emergencies costing more than the deductible are fully covered. In regards to the HMO vs. PPO, the HMO has a slightly cheaper premium but forces you to stay in the Milwaukee area for healthcare. If you travel a lot it may be better to pay more for the PPO but have access to providers from all around the country.

 

[akpete]

Hi all

I am not sure if this question has been asked before. Which insurance plan do most of you have? I am trying to decide whether ppo, HMO? Thanks

Hi. I got the HMO. I don't really travel (and I don't know why you really would during school...you're busy). I figured if I needed healthcare while not in Milwaukee, it'd probably be an emergency anyway, so then it would be covered regardless. I guess I would recommend the PPO if you're going to be home for the summer b/t M1 and M2 years (coverage is 8-1 through July).

I got the HMO over the deductible plan because I figured if I'm paying this much for insurance, I wanted something that is really going to not have any out-of-pocket costs (other than the $10 copay). I had a deductible plan before school which cost only like $550 per year. If I remember right, the school's plan was much more expensive. I don't remember what the deductible is, but since the budget is so tight anyway, I didn't want to have to worry about it.

 

[Gimlet]

I think we found a place! Does any of you know the area just south of Hampton Ave. on 92nd? Is that a good neighborhood for kids? Any comments on family life in this area are welcomed!

I really can't vouch for any area sight-unseen, but pretty much anything west of 60th St. in Milwaukee is a good bet at being a safe area. The thing I would be worried about would be sound from the airport. It's not a high-volume or large jet airport or anything, but it's right there. You need to have your potential landlord provide you with honest answers about the noise and the suitableness of the area for young 'uns. Are you coming out to visit before you sign a lease?

That will be a really nice drive to school, though. You should be able to avoid the bypass (which gets really backed up during rush hour) and just go south on 92nd to Swan Blvd. That will take you right to Watertown Plank Rd. by school. Should save you a lot of time when Hwy 45 is busy.

 

[Ashers]

Hi all

I am not sure if this question has been asked before. Which insurance plan do most of you have? I am trying to decide whether ppo, HMO? Thanks

I got the HMO. I think it had a better deal that the cheapest one for prescription co-pays which is what I generally need it for. And to go to student health is $10 -- also, if they have samples of meds, they generally try to give it to med students. Then I had to go to an orthopaedist (not one at MCW), and the copay for that was $10 too (I was bitter that I even had to pay because the visit should've been free since the guy was a family friend -- apparently he forgot to tell his receptionist). So I guess the HMO was good for me.

 

[opmed]

Hi all

I am not sure if this question has been asked before. Which insurance plan do most of you have? I am trying to decide whether ppo, HMO? Thanks

Did anyone actually get health insurance info from the school yet? They've sent out a few packets in the last couple of weeks, but I haven't seen anything about health insurance.

 

[samenewme]

Did anyone actually get health insurance info from the school yet? They've sent out a few packets in the last couple of weeks, but I haven't seen anything about health insurance.

I just got it two days ago, and I'm local. It's Humana, with HMO, PPO, and a bare-bones option.

 

[Hawkeye Kid]

i don't remember for sure which plan i had (i think PPO since i knew i'd be traveling for residency interviews) but i can tell you that, when i broke my foot a few months ago, it paid ED charges (from the hospital) but not ED physician charges (300 to be seen and 220 to apply a posterior splint). it didn't cover any of my ortho follow-up charges, additional splinting/casting, radiologist fees, etc. all i got was a little discount due to the negotiated fees, which ain't much.

NOW FOR THE IMPORTANT PART: i called med coll physicians to set up a payment plan and was told that since i was a medical student when the charges occurred, i had a ZERO balance. yep, it all--almost $1200--just went away. i don't know if this is true across the board, but i certainly didn't know anything about it until i called, and even then it was just because i casually mentioned that i had just graduated from mcw.
moral of the story: if you need to go somewhere, go to a mcw affiliated place and make sure you call the billing dept when you get your bill. i need to call the FMLH billing dept and see if they have the same kind of deal set up; i'll let you know what i find out from them. hopefully it's good news, but i'm not getting my hopes up just yet.

 

[Hawkeye Kid]

update:

FMLH does NOT waive student charges. apparently my 2 years of free (sorry, i don't know the word for when i pay to work for them) doesn't count for much. but, i guess after 2 months of taking q4 trauma call and taking care of pts that (probably) don't pay their bills, they need to get there money somehow. at least that was the lesser of my two bills. 👍

 

[samenewme]

update:

FMLH does NOT waive student charges. apparently my 2 years of free (sorry, i don't know the word for when i pay to work for them) doesn't count for much. but, i guess after 2 months of taking q4 trauma call and taking care of pts that (probably) don't pay their bills, they need to get there money somehow. at least that was the lesser of my two bills. 👍

It looks like you had the PPO--it covers only 90% of certain inpatient and outpatient services. But the maximum out of pocket (according to the brochure) is supposed to be $1,000 per year. Oh, excluding deductibles and copayments. So, yeah, ouch!

Maybe I'll just take the HMO and if I get sick, call my doctor from wherever I am!

How about if we call your months of labors "reverse-remunerated"?

 

[coco]

Wow...I just read all 30 pages today! Nice...

SOOO...I guess I'm headed to MCW soon!! Up until today, I had been putting off anything that had to do with med school. I just signed the financial aid award letter...although I'm not quite sure why it's called an "award" lol...
i got nothing, other than the loans. For some reason I thought I'd get some sort of institutional aid....not sure why I was under that impression considering I am not a WI resident.

I'm from San Diego (Franimal was my classmate/co-worker!)...thinking about going out to Wisconsin after the 4th of july...sometime. Is that too late? I'm looking for either a 1BR or a studio apt (although I haven't heard any mention of them on this thread)...
and I have NO idea where to start.

I'll be going out with my dad so he can rent out the car and I'm thinking we should just drive around? SHould I stop by MCW first and talk to someone there who can help or at least give me a rough idea of what I'm in for?
I feel so overwhelmed right now with the whole "loan" thing (I am probably the most loan-dumb person out there), all the fliers in that orientation info packet thing, that insurance thing (which I haven't received yet), the health/immunizations stuff, moving out there, figuring out if I should take my car with me (which seems like a must), and realizing that I needed to send my transcripts from ALL colleges attended (thanks to whoever posted that btw!)

I need to compile some sort of to-do list....help anyone? I think I'll start on Monday.

Gosh I need some reassurance right now!

 

[samenewme]

Wow...I just read all 30 pages today! Nice...

SOOO...I guess I'm headed to MCW soon!! Up until today, I had been putting off anything that had to do with med school. I just signed the financial aid award letter...although I'm not quite sure why it's called an "award" lol...
i got nothing, other than the loans. For some reason I thought I'd get some sort of institutional aid....not sure why I was under that impression considering I am not a WI resident.

I'm from San Diego (Franimal was my classmate/co-worker!)...thinking about going out to Wisconsin after the 4th of july...sometime. Is that too late? I'm looking for either a 1BR or a studio apt (although I haven't heard any mention of them on this thread)...
and I have NO idea where to start.

I'll be going out with my dad so he can rent out the car and I'm thinking we should just drive around? SHould I stop by MCW first and talk to someone there who can help or at least give me a rough idea of what I'm in for?
I feel so overwhelmed right now with the whole "loan" thing (I am probably the most loan-dumb person out there), all the fliers in that orientation info packet thing, that insurance thing (which I haven't received yet), the health/immunizations stuff, moving out there, figuring out if I should take my car with me (which seems like a must), and realizing that I needed to send my transcripts from ALL colleges attended (thanks to whoever posted that btw!)

I need to compile some sort of to-do list....help anyone? I think I'll start on Monday.

Gosh I need some reassurance right now!

It will be okay. There are more vacant apartments in June than in July, but at this point two weeks won't kill you, particularly if you aren't all that picky about closet space, the Holy Grail of apartment hunting in Wauwatosa. Stop by the campus and drop by the Student Affairs office on a weekday. They have a book of landlords who advertise there, and some ONLY advertise there. There's also a freestanding bulletin board near the cafeteria with flyers on it. You can also look in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel ads online (http://www2.jsonline.com/rentals/) to get some ideas, but a lot of people don't spend the money to advertise there. Driving around the neighborhood to look at for rent signs is how I found most of the apartments I looked at. Be sure to get a map, because some of the 'Tosa streets are pretty weird and it's good to figure out how you wound up on Plank Road AGAIN.

Okay, some checklist things:

• Get map of Milwaukee or Wauwatosa specifically (Tosa is on most Milwaukee maps; it's an adjacent town). If you have a AAA membership, you can get one free.
• Request your transcripts NOW. They are due August 1. Be sure to call the school after a couple of weeks and make sure they got there! Two of mine didn't and I had to re-send.
• Read the part of this thread about lenders and call financial aid if you need help selecting a lender.
• Get out here and pick an apartment.
• Get utilities set up. For broadband internet, you can do a cable modem from Time Warner, or DSL from the phone company. If you want to have a landline anyway, DSL is cheaper.
• Figure out how you'll get your stuff here.
• Celebrate. You got into med school! This moving stuff is a cakewalk compared to the MCAT.

Anybody else have stuff to add?

 

[Ashers]

I'll be going out with my dad so he can rent out the car and I'm thinking we should just drive around? SHould I stop by MCW first and talk to someone there who can help or at least give me a rough idea of what I'm in for?
I feel so overwhelmed right now with the whole "loan" thing (I am probably the most loan-dumb person out there), all the fliers in that orientation info packet thing, that insurance thing (which I haven't received yet), the health/immunizations stuff, moving out there, figuring out if I should take my car with me (which seems like a must), and realizing that I needed to send my transcripts from ALL colleges attended (thanks to whoever posted that btw!)

I need to compile some sort of to-do list....help anyone? I think I'll start on Monday.

Gosh I need some reassurance right now!

For the immunizations and stuff, if you can, get your TB done at home. It's so nice not to stand in that long line. Also, I'm originally from CA, so we had the CA immunization record thing. That's a good reference, and they'll accept a copy of that as proof of immunizations. Especially if your pediatrician stamped it or signed it whenever you got shots. I had fun filling all of that stuff out last year (it was way better than working -- I hated my job). The financial aid stuff was overwhelming, and I still don't understand it.

The people at the school are all very helpful and really nice, so if you stop there before doing anything, which is what my mom did (because she arrived here a few days before I), it's nice. They gave her recommendations on where to look at apts, where to eat, etc.

 

[Kelgsny]

It will be okay. There are more vacant apartments in June than in July, but at this point two weeks won't kill you, particularly if you aren't all that picky about closet space, the Holy Grail of apartment hunting in Wauwatosa. Stop by the campus and drop by the Student Affairs office on a weekday. They have a book of landlords who advertise there, and some ONLY advertise there. There's also a freestanding bulletin board near the cafeteria with flyers on it. You can also look in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel ads online (http://www2.jsonline.com/rentals/) to get some ideas, but a lot of people don't spend the money to advertise there. Driving around the neighborhood to look at for rent signs is how I found most of the apartments I looked at. Be sure to get a map, because some of the 'Tosa streets are pretty weird and it's good to figure out how you wound up on Plank Road AGAIN.

Okay, some checklist things:

• Get map of Milwaukee or Wauwatosa specifically (Tosa is on most Milwaukee maps; it's an adjacent town). If you have a AAA membership, you can get one free.
• Request your transcripts NOW. They are due August 1. Be sure to call the school after a couple of weeks and make sure they got there! Two of mine didn't and I had to re-send.
• Read the part of this thread about lenders and call financial aid if you need help selecting a lender.
• Get out here and pick an apartment.
• Get utilities set up. For broadband internet, you can do a cable modem from Time Warner, or DSL from the phone company. If you want to have a landline anyway, DSL is cheaper.
• Figure out how you'll get your stuff here.
• Celebrate. You got into med school! This moving stuff is a cakewalk compared to the MCAT.

Anybody else have stuff to add?

Do most of you have cable or DSL internet at home? Approximately how much does that cost per month for you? My roommate and I are indifferent to a land line and just care about FAST internet! Which one would you choose?

 

[Agent Splat]

Do most of you have cable or DSL internet at home? Approximately how much does that cost per month for you? My roommate and I are indifferent to a land line and just care about FAST internet! Which one would you choose?

I have Time Warner Cable, and it's actually pretty nice and fast where I'm at. I have it bundled with their digital phone service for aboot 87 bucks a month. I wanted to go with just my cell for phone service, but the signal at my apt is poor. A tad expensive for phone, but it works really well.

 

[samenewme]

I have Time Warner Cable, and it's actually pretty nice and fast where I'm at. I have it bundled with their digital phone service for aboot 87 bucks a month. I wanted to go with just my cell for phone service, but the signal at my apt is poor. A tad expensive for phone, but it works really well.

I wanted to keep my phone number, so I am keeping my land line. Basic land line plus DSL is about $50 a month if you commit to a one-year contract. Also, I don't have a television, so it galls me to get cable. Speed is fine. I did not spring for the extra-fast DSL (for another 10-15 bucks a month) and I don't feel I'm suffering.

 

[akpete]

I have Time Warner. I have cable cuz otherwise I'd go insane. I also wanted the cable internet cuz w/out superfast internet I also go insane. I pay $95/month right now. I have managed to hold off on the landline phone. For some reason Normandy is a hole for cell service (at least for T-mobile). My phone works pretty much everywhere in Wauwatosa/Milwaukee but in my apartment. Well, it fluctuates b/t no service and 2-3 bars. So it works well enough. And it works if I go outside and I have found some weak "hotspots" inside my apartment. So it'll cut out every now and then, but it does the job. It only really sucks if I'm making a business-type call. I really didn't want to get a landline before cuz I wasn't sure if I was staying in Normandy, but now I know I am (couldn't really find anything cheaper w/ the oh so important closet space/worth the move). I may break down and get a landline eventually. If I add digital phone to my Time Warner, I'd have all-in-one service, which would be only $22 more per month.

 

[Agent Splat]

I wanted to keep my phone number, so I am keeping my land line. Basic land line plus DSL is about $50 a month if you commit to a one-year contract. Also, I don't have a television, so it galls me to get cable. Speed is fine. I did not spring for the extra-fast DSL (for another 10-15 bucks a month) and I don't feel I'm suffering.

Nice thing about time warner is you can just get internet, or internet and cable tv, or any combination of the three. But it is a tad more expensive.

 

[samenewme]

Nice thing about time warner is you can just get internet, or internet and cable tv, or any combination of the three. But it is a tad more expensive.

Plus, I get the fun of laughing at the AT&T people every time I call them and they try to sell me satellite TV service. Some of them back off when I explain that I don't have a television. Others think perhaps i might like to get one. They just don't get that with high-speed Internet, I can waste all the time I need to waste and don't need a television!

 

[Agent Splat]

I have Time Warner. I have cable cuz otherwise I'd go insane. I also wanted the cable internet cuz w/out superfast internet I also go insane. I pay $95/month right now. I have managed to hold off on the landline phone. For some reason Normandy is a hole for cell service (at least for T-mobile). My phone works pretty much everywhere in Wauwatosa/Milwaukee but in my apartment. Well, it fluctuates b/t no service and 2-3 bars. So it works well enough. And it works if I go outside and I have found some weak "hotspots" inside my apartment. So it'll cut out every now and then, but it does the job. It only really sucks if I'm making a business-type call. I really didn't want to get a landline before cuz I wasn't sure if I was staying in Normandy, but now I know I am (couldn't really find anything cheaper w/ the oh so important closet space/worth the move). I may break down and get a landline eventually. If I add digital phone to my Time Warner, I'd have all-in-one service, which would be only $22 more per month.

Two things:
First, Normandy is a hole for US Cellular as well...probably all services, as I think MCW is as well...I never get good service unless I'm near an outside wall.

Secondly, I'm glad you're staying in the Village with us, April. Not that I ever see you though.

 

[akpete]

Two things:
First, Normandy is a hole for US Cellular as well...probably all services, as I think MCW is as well...I never get good service unless I'm near an outside wall.

Secondly, I'm glad you're staying in the Village with us, April. Not that I ever see you though.

Thanks! You never see me cuz I'm secluded over in the pet area.

My phone works at school in the cafeteria, by the mail boxes, and in the front part of the building. I think Verizon is the only one I've heard of working inside the lecture halls. But you don't really need your phone there anyway.

 

[coco]

Thank you all! I have finally set up my LONG LONG list of things to do before I move and I am SO excited about all this! Can't wait to go out there soon!! You guys are all so nice! THANK YOU for all your help on this thread 🙂 I'm sure I'll be back real soon with some more questions 😀

 

[Ashers]

I have the Time Warner All-In-One deal thing -- digital cable, internet and phone. I rarely use my landline, but it was a better deal I guess when I got it. I think also, if you call and threaten to leave the service, they give you a deal again instead of upping the price to what it should be.

I have Verizon, and the only place I definitely have no phone service is the Alumni Center. In the bookstore I have very, very very bad service. I get better reception in the central MUTS. Even over by the window of the bookstore. But it could be my phone. Stupid razr.

 

[jmtanes]

Hey everyone, I moved to West Allis about a month ago from Florida - the weather has been amazing here. Anyway, I'm curious to know from current students how important it is to study biochem before school starts? I took biochem a few years ago, and worked in a biochem lab for three years, so i am familiar with it (but obviously don't remember the minute details of the pathways, etc). Should I be ruining my last month of freedom by studying between my two jobs?

 

[Hawkeye Kid]

Should I be ruining my last month of freedom by studying between my two jobs?

No. In fact, I'm not even sure I'd advocate the two jobs. Or one. But definitely DO NOT STUDY BIOCHEM BEFORE SCHOOL STARTS. No matter what they say
a. you don't need to
b. you won't actually do it no matter how good your intentions
c. you won't remember enough to make it worth your time, and
d. no one else will either

There, now you have more free time. Thank me later. 😀

 

[Ashers]

No. In fact, I'm not even sure I'd advocate the two jobs. Or one. But definitely DO NOT STUDY BIOCHEM BEFORE SCHOOL STARTS. No matter what they say
a. you don't need to
b. you won't actually do it no matter how good your intentions
c. you won't remember enough to make it worth your time, and
d. no one else will either

There, now you have more free time. Thank me later. 😀

Hehehe. Why is it they even send that paper out? The biochem packet of notes is a lot let daunting than phys, and phys doesn't tell us to study over Christmas.

 

[jmtanes]

Thanks, I really wasnt looking forward to pre-studying. Unfortunately, I have to work the two jobs - but it's not that many hours, so it's not too bad.

 

[Tori's dad]

So, I looked at some of the places that I thought would be good for my family: NONE WERE GOOD! So...after a lot of money and time wasted in Milwaukee, I have a bunch of phone numbers and not a lot else. Anyone know of any 2 BR within 3 miles of school in the 700-800 range that accepts dogs? I love my dog and my son would die if I gave him up, but I feel like I'm running out of options. I know it sounds rediculous, but I'd be willing to pay anyone for thier help...say $150 for finding. If there are any takers PLEASE PM me... Thanks

 

[munadel10]

So, I looked at some of the places that I thought would be good for my family: NONE WERE GOOD! So...after a lot of money and time wasted in Milwaukee, I have a bunch of phone numbers and not a lot else. Anyone know of any 2 BR within 3 miles of school in the 700-800 range that accepts dogs? I love my dog and my son would die if I gave him up, but I feel like I'm running out of options. I know it sounds rediculous, but I'd be willing to pay anyone for thier help...say $150 for finding. If there are any takers PLEASE PM me... Thanks

I know how u feel. I came up here from Jersey in May and went crazy looking to find an apartment that was good for me my wife and daughter. I would love to help u , I know the south side area good now( Greenfield , West Allies, Franklin....etc) . I currently live in greenfield which is about 13 miles away from MCW. The area is quiet , safe and near all the major shopping malls. The apartment complex I'm in is 1000 sq ft 2 bed, huge LR , small DR and Kit, and cali style closets. I pay 680 a month w/free HS internet and 2nd month rent was free.So if ur interested send me a private message.

 

[dsherida]

Who did everyone go through for the Lender of Federal Money. Looks like they are all pretty similar and the 5% credit by US Bank after 36 on time payments looks nice. They are in my lead, but I was curious if anyone had any thoughts or insight???

 

[akpete]

So, I looked at some of the places that I thought would be good for my family: NONE WERE GOOD! So...after a lot of money and time wasted in Milwaukee, I have a bunch of phone numbers and not a lot else. Anyone know of any 2 BR within 3 miles of school in the 700-800 range that accepts dogs? I love my dog and my son would die if I gave him up, but I feel like I'm running out of options. I know it sounds rediculous, but I'd be willing to pay anyone for thier help...say $150 for finding. If there are any takers PLEASE PM me... Thanks

I'm sorry you're having so much trouble. 🙁 The sad truth is that most privately owned rentals do not cater to families. (At least that's what I see - I live alone). I think you might want to try to search the managed apartment communities - check out apartments.com, a lot of managed places are on there. And you probably are going to have to expand your search area. Wauwatosa is a very family friendly area, but that would mean buying a house probably instead of renting. Normandy has some families living here and the area I walk my dog around here has a lot of families and the schools are just up the road. But I know Normandy is higher than your target range. You might want to check out other areas, such as Greenfield, Menomonee Falls, Brookefield (although Brookefield might be more $$). A little farther away, but maybe worth a look.

I hope that helped somewhat. Good luck!

 

[Hawkeye Kid]

So, I looked at some of the places that I thought would be good for my family: NONE WERE GOOD! So...after a lot of money and time wasted in Milwaukee, I have a bunch of phone numbers and not a lot else. Anyone know of any 2 BR within 3 miles of school in the 700-800 range that accepts dogs? I love my dog and my son would die if I gave him up, but I feel like I'm running out of options. I know it sounds rediculous, but I'd be willing to pay anyone for thier help...say $150 for finding. If there are any takers PLEASE PM me... Thanks

Something else you might try is asking the school (Dr. Haldemann might be your best bet) to get you in touch with some folks from the med student spouses assoc. From there, you should be able to be able to contact some married students/spouses and ask them what they know about housing from a family perspective. Might help you target your search a bit. Also, I know there are a few people that live in Waukesha in some sort of subsidized housing (if your wife doesn't work, you'd likely qualify). It's a little farther (20 min or so) but easily accessible by freeway. Hope this helps.