Third year marches on
First and foremost, sorry for the summer hiatus. The summer semester was a busy one adjusting to being in clinic on a regular basis while still taking a full course load. To say the least, it was a bit stressful…
Annnd We’re Back!
Hello again lovely internet world, and welcome back to my blog! After a fantastic three or so month hiatus, it looks like it’s again time to dust off my iPad and try to remember how this whole writing thing works….
So, You’re Starting Optometry School at The Ohio State University…
So you’re starting Optometry school at THE Ohio State University….yes, for those of you that are not from Ohio, the precedent “THE” is a must. Here is a quick reference of where to go, what to eat, and what to…
Summer in Opt School
We were warned– summer semester would be difficult. Having clinic for the first time, a full schedule of classes and fighting the urge to skip out on studying and enjoy the sunshine. It was difficult to find the perfect balance…
P is for PASS
“An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest”…. This is the fortune in my cookie that I opened as I was studying for boards in February and boy was it motivating! I cannot believe that over 6 months have…
White Coat!!
Well guys, today’s the day when we do the thing. What thing? The one we first years have been waiting for since the day we were first accepted into The Ohio State University College of Optometry – getting our white…
Officially an Opt III
About a week ago I was typing my last blog entry as a second year student in the midst of finals week. It seems like I blinked and magically became a third year student overnight. Okay, not quite– we had a…
Round Three (of Four)
Halfway there! Well a lot has happened since I last wrote a blog about a month ago. Second year wrapped up quickly with a lot going on in April. We saw our last patients and second years and also had…
Optometry School Finals Week 101
Hi guys! I was just taking a little finals study break and it prompted me to make a list of some tips for efficient study during finals week. Getting to the end of finals week can feel like a marathon…
“But They’re More Like Subtle Raisins…”
Good morning all! Well, this is it.. The moment we’ve all been waiting for. Today officially starts the race to the finish that will include 5 tests in the next seven days. It may be a bit rough. But this…