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kenmc3 said:Me too
looks like the gators are taking over
kenmc3 said:Me too
unfrozencaveman said:Hey guys-
Congrats on UM! If you're going to be new to Miami, I'll tell you you made the right choice.
I actually have a question for some of you- I just finished post-bacc at UM, and I think UM will be as close of a real possibility for me as you can get with med school admissions, and I just wanted to know, what is the deal with the first year at FAU-Boca? I'm having trouble finding any real info on what the advantages/disadvantages are with the program and the incentives in going in the first place. If anyone can help me out with this, it would be incredibly helpful.
Thanks everyone, and congrats again!
kevin11982 said:Hi everyone!!! I will be also be attending UM Med (at the Miami campus) I went to UF for undergrad as well (yep another Gator ) Hope you all are having a really great summer and I'm looking forward to meeting everyone in August!!! If anyone wants to chat, feel free to send me an email at [email protected].
Trunion said:It is my understanding that applicants can select the campus of their choice and as they matriculate, the remaining spots available at each campus decrease until only a few remain at one of the two locations. Does anyone know which campus fills up first?
deuist said:Arsenic,
Are we going to have to use the stethoscopes that the University of Miami sells? The Air Force has given me a few of their own for free. Also, if anyone here needs a stethoscope, see me during orientation. I really don't need three of them.
it. said:are there a lot of hot girls at uofm?
Arsenic810 said:Guys, one of you PM'd me and I thought I should post my response for
Just as a heads up too.... you're going to have to spend about $500 that week buying a stethoscope, opthalmoscope/otoscope kit, etc... Those arent from the sophomores, the school worked out a deal with a distributor to get the costs down and will offer you an order form. Whats even more painful is that the equipment is required for clinical skills.
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I bought everything on the list last year, and used a different medical supply company. I was able to get CHEAPER prices by talking to the owner directly, and still have the order form I and a couple of my classmates used, so PM me if you want more information. The equipments were basically the same, but we got the professional versions of some of the items i.e our babinski hammer was metal, adjustable and more sturdy than the plastic version the other students got. Also we had some nice FREE items e.g free heart CD, a practice eyeball, free pocket eye chart and more etc. Again if you get enough people, you can probably get no shipping, plus there is no tax. I think that's enough info, if you are interested PM me.
The company is actually working on creating a site for UM students to shop at their convenience, more info later.
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
MS-2; GO CANES
neuroethicist said:Hey,
I read your post and I would be so grateful to get the form for the equipment. I should be in Miami in August
Thanks again,
dradams said:I just received the thing to order the Freshman survival kit in the mail as well. I am going to be at the Boca campus this fall. I was wondering if anyone knows if the CD with notes is applicable to the classes in Boca also. Thanks.
neuroethicist said:Hey,
I read your post and I would be so grateful to get the form for the equipment. I should be in Miami in August
Thanks again,
deuist said:Here's a question that the current students might be able to answer. I just got a UMiami license plate to replace my Gator tag. I'm slated to start at FAU this fall. Should I wait until MS3 to change over to the Hurricane tag, or should I do it now even though I would be at a different campus?
_J_ said:dude... the earlier you remove that gator tag, the better
i say, put it on
dradams said:Does anyone know what the two-day orientation is like for us incoming freshmen? I'm actually going to be attending the Boca campus but I know the orientation is still in Miami for us. Do we stay down there or drive each day?
Thanks.
Nflow said:I am not really sure, but I think you guys stay down here for the 2 days, and I think the school pays for your hotel and transportation to the event. For those students that choose to drive, the school also covers the parking fee. Actually, this is true for all required events for FAU student, last year students got to stay in a nice hotel any time they came down.
dradams said:I guess UM does it up right.
dradams said:Really? That sounds good. I guess UM does it up right. What does the orientation entail and what is the appropriate dress (do we need a suit)?
Thanks.
Nflow said:The dress code is business casual and it is enforced, meaning no flip flops but not really a suit either. Most guys wear a nice business shirt and tie. You spend the first day being introduced to the staff, the curriculum etc, then you have lunch with some of your classmates, upperclassmen and a faculty member (mine was an Ob/gyn resident). Second day, you get your ID, more lectures and other things. Saturday is "games day" basically getting to know your classmates and the day you get assigned into your academic society. I think that is all.
I know some of you are a little nervous about starting medical school, at least I know I was. UM is awesome, and I seriously do not regret my choice. My classmates were cool, the curriculum is great. Sure there are some flaws, but they usually try to fix it, and take students input very seriously. I love it so much, I am spending my summer break doing research at school, while some of my other classmates are in Europe etc .
Have fun enjoy your summer and see y'all in August.
Blackwell Society rocks! Arsenic I hope you read that
Nflow said:I am not really sure, but I think you guys stay down here for the 2 days, and I think the school pays for your hotel and transportation to the event. For those students that choose to drive, the school also covers the parking fee. Actually, this is true for all required events for FAU student, last year students got to stay in a nice hotel any time they came down.
Courvoisier!!!!NFlow said:Blackwell Society rocks! Arsenic I hope you read that
deuist said:About the transportation to Jackson: Do we have to drive ourselves, or do we get a bus to take us all from FAU to Miami?
kenmc3 said:Quick question,
I put my name on the waiting list for parking in early May but I havent heard anything yet. Do I have a good chance for getting in at least one of the garages?
DieselPetrolGrl said:General Qs:
1. If you got a scholarship - how did they contact you?
2. when will they stop giving a scholarship?
3. do we pay whole tution on day one (lump sum due) or by semester (2 payments)?
brilliantArsenic810 said:1. Email [for c/o 2008]
2. I have no idea
3. By semester, half in August and half in January. Meaning that if you're taking out $38,500 in loans for 1st year and the tuition is $28,500, you'll get the extra money in 2 payments - $5K in August and $5K in January.
DieselPetrolGrl said:uhhh more Q
what is the instate tution A?
a # that they mail out on bills - with fees and all.
o0oo i feel behind. they dont want music they just want boom boom boom boom.
Arsenic810 said:check EASY, your data may be loaded already. Go to "student menu" then click on "Monthly A.R. Bill".
the tuition is about $29K for florida residents, here are the fee's from my sophomore A.R. bill:
06/16/05 MEDICAL TUITION-IN STATE 14,649.00
06/16/05 WELLNESS CENTER FEE 354.00
06/16/05 DISABILITY INSURANCE 40.00
06/16/05 MEDICAL HEALTH FEE 260.00
06/16/05 STUDENT COUNCIL ACTIVITY FEE 50.00
The health fee can be waived online if you have health insurance and I THINK we were able to waive the wellness center fee last year during registration if we told them we didnt need it. You'll do that at orientation.
DieselPetrolGrl said:How long do you guys think the orientation will last on Thursday the 4th?
I have a legal obligation and cannot get them (parents and other party) to show up at 7 am that morning. I have tried all sorts of reasoning but due to financially reasons earlier than august 4th is impossible for my family. And waiting is not an option.
They suggest 3 pm. Do you guys think I can beg to leave without looking like a rude monkey at 2 30 pm?
Ms2+s how late does orientation usually last?
And what happens after 2: 30?
I hope registration is before that!
dradams said:I have a question for you experienced folks. What do we need to show at registration for proof of health insurance. My wife works and we use the health insurance through her job. Can I just show the little card that I have in my wallet with the policy info or do I need more for proof?
Thanks.
Arsenic810 said:you dont even have to show the card, just fill out the one page insurance waiver form. i've attached the one they made us sophomores fill out last week during our 2nd year orientation. you can waive the insurance online at EASY but I think the med school wants this one filled out too just to have a hard copy of it.