The Monster that is the GRE!
I recently decided that I would apply to graduate school. Now, I always knew to get to my career goals I would need to go to graduate school, but not this soon. I am applying to the Entry-Level MSN program at Charles R. Drew University in southern California, along with several Associate Degree programs around Los Angeles. Saying that this process is a small undertaking is an understatement! Applying to nursing school is like a full time job in itself, and I am VERY behind schedule. The process is daunting and looms over me like a dark rain cloud...but with the promise of a fantastic rainbow at the end of course.
One of the requirements of for the CDU program is the GRE. For those of you unsure of what this is, it is like the SAT/ACT of graduate schools and similar to the GMAT. Both are tests that test your general knowledge in subjects ranging from math to verbal reasoning to analytic writing. I don't like tests, especially 4 plus hour tests. I am not fond of math...AT ALL! If it's not calculating the sale price and tax on a pair of shoes, don't bring it my way. But I must prepare and tackle this monster by the beginning of February. It makes me laugh when the review book says that the math problems I am reviewing are high school level. Really? Was I not paying attention? I did go up to Pre-Calculus in high school, but I was not in the top 15%, I can assure you.
With all this said, I am studying (or I at least bring my book with my everywhere with the wholehearted intent to study). I am realizing that my vocabulary is...average. Great. I am average. Not something you want to realize while applying to schools and it is imperative that you stand out above hundreds of other applicants. I am confident that the writing portion will not be difficult for me, but you never know. I have been focusing on the math portion of the test for weeks. I know it will be my weak spot, but I try not to be discouraged with the many incorrect answers I receive during the study sessions. I can honestly say that this is showing me areas that need to be improved in my life. Time management, study skills, retention of information and the right way for me to learn material, in any setting.
I know that I will do well on the test. I WILL do well. Venturing outside of your comfort zone is always scary, but always well worth the lessons learned in the end. I need to register for the test (it's $185...smh) and I am in study hyper drive. I look forward to it being over and receiving my scores. I look forward to this process of applying to nursing school and all the anxiety it has given me already. I look forward to getting into a nursing program (I WILL get in!) As always, I say a prayer, do my best, and leave the rest up to the person in charge.
Tell us about your GRE/GMAT and graduate application experiences and/or horror stories. We would love to hear them!
xoxo,
Amanda
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We finally decided that we should have a Facebook page (I know, we are SUPER late!).
Look for us at : www.facebook.com/bbgevents and
We will be adding more pictures and funny stuff to our page throughout the month, so check back often!
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| A nice preview of the page! |
xoxo,
Lasondra&Amanda
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If you didn't know, Amanda is...how do we put this...in intense "like" with Drake of YMCMB.
So when his new song, "Girls Love Beyonce" ft. James Fauntleroy (an old college buddy of hers) dropped earlier this week, it was immediately downloaded and sent to her phone for repeats in the car. This R&B track, taking from Destiny's Child "Say My Name" track shows the side of Drake that drew his fans and haters in- his ability to talk about his inner thoughts, especially about how he lives his life in regards to women.
This song is about Amanda, you can't seem to convince her otherwise. All she needs to do it find him. (Easy, right?) She wanted to do something sweet for all of you and share the track here, if you have not heard it (shame on you!). Take a listen and enjoy!
http://soundcloud.com/octobersveryown/drake-girls-love-beyonce-feat
Girls Love Beyonce- Drake feat. James Fauntleroy
If you didn't know, Amanda is...how do we put this...in intense "like" with Drake of YMCMB.
So when his new song, "Girls Love Beyonce" ft. James Fauntleroy (an old college buddy of hers) dropped earlier this week, it was immediately downloaded and sent to her phone for repeats in the car. This R&B track, taking from Destiny's Child "Say My Name" track shows the side of Drake that drew his fans and haters in- his ability to talk about his inner thoughts, especially about how he lives his life in regards to women.
This song is about Amanda, you can't seem to convince her otherwise. All she needs to do it find him. (Easy, right?) She wanted to do something sweet for all of you and share the track here, if you have not heard it (shame on you!). Take a listen and enjoy!
http://soundcloud.com/octobersveryown/drake-girls-love-beyonce-feat
Girls Love Beyonce- Drake feat. James Fauntleroy
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