It’s Not So ȼƟɱƿᶅɘẋ

My life is finally getting there, at least. It’s amazing what a little research and persistence can bring you. A few months ago, I was simply a Human Biology major with no real idea of what to do for med school, no idea what I was doing next year, and no idea how I was going to cope with my future course load.

That’s when I first decided to minor in Bioethics, Humanities, and Society. I made the initial decision quite some time ago, but it was never really official until I paid a visit to the advisor to sign up. The initial meeting was very short; I listed out what I planned on taking for the next two years, she showed me a couple fliers regarding study abroad, and I went on my way. At approximately the same time this transition was happening, I also became aware that the curriculum for my major had changed (for the better, actually!). No longer did I have to take Biochemistry I and II; instead I would be taking Basic Biochemistry. No longer would I suffer through Physiology I and II; instead I would be taking Physiology for Pre-Health Professionals: A one semester, low-stress class.

Suddenly, the schedule I had planned out for the next two years was being thrown out the window. All of the time and thought I put into my courses with my advisor was useless. More importantly, I was left with a couple holes to fill in my schedule.

That’s when I did my research. I realized with only two additional courses, I would be able to ALSO minor in Health Promotion. Finally, my schedule was getting back to its fullest, and I was starting to look more and more impressive to med schools as I went.

And that is when I realized. Two of the classes I was planning on taking are offered over the summer in London. I barely had thought about it when my advisor initially told me about the trip, but suddenly it seemed more and more practical to do! Finally, I decided I would be taking my trip to London in the summer of 2009, regardless of tricky financial situations.

So I’m an Honors Human Biology major with a minor in Bioethics, Humanities, and Society and a minor in Health Promotion with study abroad experience in London. It’s a mouthful, and it’s fantastic.