In this issue:
- ICYMI: Call for Participants: Mapping Resource Engagement in the Anatomy & Embryology Thread at UWSOM I
- Career Advising Tip of the Month
Call for Participants: Mapping Resource Engagement in the Anatomy & Embryology Thread at UWSOM
The purpose of this five-minute survey is to get detailed information about your use of the A&E resources presented throughout the Foundations phase. This info will be used to guide future improvements and provide MS1’s with a roadmap to help them navigate these resources.
Participants will not be offered compensation or incentives.
Career Advising Board Tip of the Month
This advice is for all MS2 students and includes first generation and BIPOC student lenses.
Studying for Step 1 can feel discouraging at times and very stressful. Here are some tips on maintaining wellness through your dedicated period:
- Remember why you are taking this test – reconnect with your ‘Why’ for being in medicine.
- Take one day off a week and do something fun! It’s helpful to go somewhere that is not your home/study space.
- Try restarting a hobby or visiting with friends once a week.
- Maintain a consistent sleep schedule and incorporate group exercises throughout your week.
- If you’re feeling overwhelmed, or your scores aren’t improving, etc., meet with your academic learning specialist to re-evaluate your study plan.
There is no perfect study plan, and you’ll have to be adaptable and keep an open mind. Remember that scoring low is very common and not unexpected when starting your dedicated period. Keep going! You got this!
Reviewed by MS4 Cara Chapman. Originally written by alum Shanelle Briggs, MD.
Career Advising welcomes tips and ideas from all students. Please reach out to Career Advising at medadv@uw.edu.
This link takes you to past information for MS2s.