PA School Interviews!

Don't worry, I'm not going through the process again. Definitely NOT. But as a Student Ambassador I did get to help out with the interviews this morning for the next incoming class. I totally remember what it feels like and it feels like just yesterday I was in their shoes. However, looking back it's amazing to see how far we've come. We are officially halfway done with the didactic year (first year of school). Wahoo! I cannot believe how far we've come and how much we've learned. It was a blast to get to meet these new students, hear about their backgrounds and answer their questions. I just may volunteer for the next round or two. These students are wondering how they will ever become PA-S (PA students) and we are wondering how we will ever become PA-C (PA certified & ready to practice!). We have a lot of community PA's that come in and lecture or help us w/ our physical exam skills. It's really a great component and strength of our program. I'm a fan.

It was also noted today how great our class is. No, really. Hopefully they can pull off for the next class what they did with us. It's been rumored that we're the best and most favorite to come through Pacific's PA program so far. Booyah! My classmates are very experienced and knowledgeable, but not only that.....we are truly a family. We all get along so well and there is a great dynamic amongst all of us. I love my classmates and the learning environment that is created by everyone. I LOVE PA SCHOOL!!! You think I'd be pulling my hair out at this point, but today I was reminded 1) how awesome my program is and 2) how happy I am to be here. Such a great opportunity. It is no doubt the hardest thing I've ever done in my life which only means it's really going to pay off once I'm done. I know I'm going to love my job, whatever area of medicine that may be.....