Saturday, August 22, 2009

August 22, 2009


One week down...

This was a really good week. I learned a lot and had fun. We were given so much information that I feel pretty overwhelmed. The main points that I took away from this week are:

1. The Duke PA program is very special and it is definatley a great privilage to be here.
2. The next year is going to be very demanding, hard, and go by very fast.
3. It is going to be hard but worth it.
4. Remember to study to become a competant PA not to get a particular grade.
5. The faculty really does want the best for us and are willing to help in any way.
6. Schedule, plan, consistancy.

Friday was the white coat ceremony. It is a little get together with the faculty and the new students. Some speaches are given about the significance of the white coat, the privilage that it is to be a PA, and the special institution that Duke is. It was really good, and I got a little emotional as I took it all in. I still can't believe that I am here.


Next week is going to be for real. It will be hard, I'm sure, but I don't think I have any idea how hard. Time will tell, I guess, and I say bring it on. I'm ready and willing.

Oh, last thing, after this week and how busy it has been already, I don't think that I will be able to stay on top of this blog. So, please don't hate me if posts are sporadic. I will do my best.

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