Monday, August 1, 2005
Just got back from bowling. I'm in Stockton, sitting in my dorm room. It's been a long day. Essentially, it was just another day of orientation. Except they used the day to explain all of the student government opportunities available to first years. I don't think I'm interested in the extra work right now. I'm not sure if I'd really gain anything of value from the time I'd put into the office (if I was elected, of course).
We had a biochem exam this morning. The first of 4 for the term. There were only 12 questions--all multiple choice. The exams are pretty tricky. Most students, including myself, only studied the lecture notes and past exams. Following this model is apparently good enough to earn an A. I missed enough to earn a B. I'll do better next time.
After the quiz, we went down to the clinic for OCP. We gave fellow students a Head and Neck Exam. Took a total of about an hour to rotate the three students in my group. The exam involves everything from the hair to the hands. We check for swollen organs and irregularities. I thought it was a worthwhile experience.
At 11:30, we boarded the buses for Stockton. The trip took about 2 hours. We had about an hour of time to tour the campus before a meeting with Dean Dugoni. He gave us some more tips on succeeding in dentistry and in the rest of our life. Dinner followed, and then we were back in another meeting. This time with the student officers from last year and we discussed student government like I mentioned above.Bowling was a good time. The entire alley was rented out and we all had fun relaxing and socializing with other students and 1st year faculty. It's nice to see the professors outside of class. Makes them real.
As an aside, today is my seventh wedding anniversary to the best bride I could imagine. I wouldn't be where I am today were it not for her support and encouragment. Thanks Annie.
Just got back from bowling. I'm in Stockton, sitting in my dorm room. It's been a long day. Essentially, it was just another day of orientation. Except they used the day to explain all of the student government opportunities available to first years. I don't think I'm interested in the extra work right now. I'm not sure if I'd really gain anything of value from the time I'd put into the office (if I was elected, of course).
We had a biochem exam this morning. The first of 4 for the term. There were only 12 questions--all multiple choice. The exams are pretty tricky. Most students, including myself, only studied the lecture notes and past exams. Following this model is apparently good enough to earn an A. I missed enough to earn a B. I'll do better next time.
After the quiz, we went down to the clinic for OCP. We gave fellow students a Head and Neck Exam. Took a total of about an hour to rotate the three students in my group. The exam involves everything from the hair to the hands. We check for swollen organs and irregularities. I thought it was a worthwhile experience.
At 11:30, we boarded the buses for Stockton. The trip took about 2 hours. We had about an hour of time to tour the campus before a meeting with Dean Dugoni. He gave us some more tips on succeeding in dentistry and in the rest of our life. Dinner followed, and then we were back in another meeting. This time with the student officers from last year and we discussed student government like I mentioned above.Bowling was a good time. The entire alley was rented out and we all had fun relaxing and socializing with other students and 1st year faculty. It's nice to see the professors outside of class. Makes them real.
As an aside, today is my seventh wedding anniversary to the best bride I could imagine. I wouldn't be where I am today were it not for her support and encouragment. Thanks Annie.
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