A couple of days ago I had space between classes and decided to go to a talk by one of the Animal Science professors about nutrition. I'm not all that interested in nutrition --I surprised myself by getting a B in the course, though, despite stories of most people failing it on the first try (plus the fact that I'm no good with math)-- but I decided to check it out. It was interesting, and listening to him speak about all the animals and their well-being brought back a little something in me. I think this quarter has been rough for me mentally because of the lack of major courses in my schedule. I've been feeling better about things recently, but finals sneaking up around the corner still has me stressed.

The same day I went to listen to that presentation I saw a flyer advertising a volunteer program at a vet clinic. It said they would start in late February or early March, and when I called they said they already started training, but I went today and turned in a resume for it. The people actually seemed glad to have volunteers, and it looks like there's a good chance they'll call me next time they're training. If they do let me volunteer, I'm hoping that I could get a job there over the summer, too. Me being optimistic.

For-profit

“Your vet may not have gotten into vet school! Vets who can’t get into traditional U.S. veterinary programs due to bad grades and poor test scores often go to for-profit schools in the Caribbean, where, basically, if you can pay the tuition, you get in.” (Link)

Ouch... And St. George's was one of the school's I really thought about applying to, too. Feels great to get affirmation of your failures.