This is a true story. All of it. It was interview day. Myself and the other interviewees had been given a tour of the school and a presentation on how AMAZING the university and school of medicine is. Up next were the faculty and student interviews. I had the student interviewer first. He was a first … Continue reading That Time I Cried in My Med School Interview…
Month: April 2015
Meet Ric – A 2nd Year Med Student at Drexel University
There are different paths to medical school, as seen through my blog. One path is through a program that offers conditional acceptance, such as Drexel's Pathway to Medical School Program (DPMS). Note: Their application deadline this year is April 24, 2015. Although having a strong science background, Ric, a 2nd year at Drexel Med, still encountered his … Continue reading Meet Ric – A 2nd Year Med Student at Drexel University
Penn Students Protest Abrupt Closure of the UPenn Africa Center
I am a proud alum of the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn). As I mentioned in an interview, I double majored in African Studies and Sociology of Health and Medicine. Now imagine my shock to learn that my university abruptly decided to shut down its Africa Center. Yes, an elite university such as UPenn, shutting down the … Continue reading Penn Students Protest Abrupt Closure of the UPenn Africa Center
Conquer Your Obstacles: BE A SPARTAN!
I love obstacle races. There's something about being able to push my limits, to really test my strength, to challenge my physical and mental endurance, that just gets me GOING. It's no wonder "GRIT" is a characteristic and concept I value (see previous blog post here). I've competed in the Spartan Race for the past two … Continue reading Conquer Your Obstacles: BE A SPARTAN!
IT IS FINISHED – The Easter Experience
Category: Spiritual Life - My Musings Today is Good Friday. As a Christian this is something that's important to me - acknowledging the day Christ was crucified. It's also a season of celebration, because a few days later (Sunday), we celebrate Easter - His resurrection! For anyone in the Philadelphia area, I'm part of the … Continue reading IT IS FINISHED – The Easter Experience
Who Moved My Cheese?! – Reminiscing on Unexpected Changes
A few weeks ago, I was reflecting on my med school journey (as I often do), but this time getting frustrated. Why was my journey so different than I imagined it would be 6 years ago? In a matter of seconds, two words came to mind - curve balls. Yes, Derin, life is always going to … Continue reading Who Moved My Cheese?! – Reminiscing on Unexpected Changes
A. Adejare-Smith, MD 