Peer Advice: Embracing the Rollercoaster of Optometry School
Congratulations on getting into optometry school!
Here's a few tips that help me navigate the rollercoaster school can be.
1. Don’t let the high get too high or the lows too low
Peer Advisor Blog Posts
Peer advising provides non-academic advice and personal student perspectives about life and learning at MBKU in an informal way to all students in the first academic year. Peer advising is the student complement to academic advising provided by faculty advisors and University Student Affairs. New students will gain informed student perspective that is based on their Peer Advisor’s personal experience within their program, along with formal training.
Peer Advisors are students in the second academic year who are committed to academic excellence and student leadership. They show strong commitment to helping new students make the transition from undergraduates to informed, successful professional students who will be responsible for their academic goals and professional growth.
Peer Advice: How to Create Your Ideal Studying Environment
Have you ever sat at your study desk and wondered: “Why is it so difficult for me to start studying?”
Distractions can be present in tangible forms, but unhelpful thoughts can fog our mind as well. While there is not one method that will work for everyone, it’s important to experiment with your study space and find the best environment for you!
Peer Advice: Maintaining Motivation in Optometry School
First of all, we should all commend ourselves for being at this stage in life: getting into grad school and navigating ourselves through this difficult curriculum!
Peer Advice: Perfecting Study Strategies - Tips for Success in Optometry School
At this point in our academic careers, we all have considerable experience with studying.
Peer Advice: Balancing the Emotional Scales During Graduate School
Greetings incoming students of MBKU and congrats on such a major accomplishment!
Peer Advice: 5 Ways to Prevent Burnout
Hey there, future MBKU SPAS!
We all know that grad school can and will be a wild ride, but with the right resources, you can manage stress and prevent burnout. (Please note: this is slightly tailored for SPAS, BUT anyone can use these resources!)Hey there, future MBKU SPAS! We all know that grad school can and will be a wild ride, but with the right resources, you can manage stress and prevent burnout. (Please note: this is slightly tailored for SPAS, BUT anyone can use these resources!)
Peer Advice: Best PA School Resources - My Must Have Purchases/Resources For PA School
Congratulations on getting into PA school!
Peer Advice: Anxiety in Graduate School - Simple Techniques for a Calmer Mind
Graduate school is a transformative and challenging journey that often pushes students to their intellectual and emotional limits.
Heightened stress levels stemming from high expectations, tight deadlines, and rigorous academic demands add to the challenges and can impact your experience and success throughout school. Managing stress and prioritizing your well-being is essential.
Dealing with Anxiety
Peer Advice: Best Cheap Eats in the Area
Hi incoming students, and welcome to MBKU!
As grad students, we often have to find a healthy balance between keeping ourselves fed and staying on a budget. Throughout our time here, my friends and I have found a few local food spots that we enjoy, but don’t break the bank. Hopefully this list gives you some places to start, and I’d love to hear what you think if you try any of them out!
Peer Advice: Key Study Tips for Students Starting Pharmacy School
Pharmacy school can definitely be stressful, with the rigorous coursework, practical skills, and the need to balance academic and personal life.
The volume of information to learn, coupled with the necessity of developing hands-on skills, can be overwhelming. The pressure to perform well academically while maintaining personal responsibilities also adds to the stress. By implementing strategies such as staying organized, practicing active learning, and maintaining consistent study habits, you can manage the workload effectively.