“Top 3 Highlights From My First Year at SCCO”
Overall, I had a blast during my first year of optometry school and can’t wait to begin second year!
“What Surprised Me (in a Good Way) About My 1st Year of Graduate School”
As cliché as it sounds, the people and community at MBKU really shaped my entire first year in optometry school. From the faculty and staff to my own classmates I see on a daily basis, I have felt nothing but love and support from this place I am calling home for three more years.
“What Studying Looked Like for Me in My First Year of Optometry School”
Despite all my preparation, the pace and workload still caught me off guard. I quickly realized my study habits needed improvement – both in how efficiently I was studying and how deeply I was learning the material.
“What Surprised Me (in a Good Way) About My 1st Year of Optometry School”
When I started my first week of orientation, a sense of nervousness crept in. I was worried that all my hopes for what optometry school would be filled with disappointment. However, after completing my first year, I can confidently say it didn’t just live up to my expectations, it surpassed them.
“Lessons on Navigating Grad School as a 1st Generation Student”
Navigating a graduate program as a first-generation student forced me to grow into new shoes. Of course, I knew that I would face many challenges inherent to a doctoral degree, but I also encountered many “invisible” hurdles outside of school as I learned to become an independent adult.
“Following My Parents’ Footsteps into Healthcare”
Growing up in a household deeply rooted in healthcare, I always knew I wanted to follow in the footsteps of my dad, a physician, and my mom, a nurse. Their journeys shaped not only who they became but also the way I view my own path.
“Why EYE Chose SCCO: A Community That Chose Me Back”
Diving into the world of optometry as an undergrad student can be daunting, and for me, it was. I was overwhelmed by everything I didn’t know: what was the OAT? Which prerequisites did I need? And most importantly, which schools did I want to apply to? The number of answers I needed to find was intimidating, to say the least.
“Reflections From 1st Year: What I Wish I Knew Before Starting Optometry School”
Congrats! You’ve made it into your dream optometry program. What should you expect? That’s a hard one, but I’ll start by saying graduate school is a different beast. You should expect to become the best version of yourself.
“My Interview Experience at SCCO”
I still remember how surprised I was when I received my interview invite from SCCO. I had been researching SCCO’s program and reading what other students had to say and was excited at the opportunity to interview there.
“How Taking a Step Back Solidified My Passion for Optometry”
It’s already that time of year again. New Year’s Resolutions. Fresh starts. New beginnings. For many of us, it’s a yearly check-in. We compare ourselves to our peers, and even to ourselves. It’s easy to fall in the trap of trying to “keep up” with others.
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