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 Student Services. 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.
The Effect of Grad School and Its Course Load
Graduate school, much like other forms of academia, comes with its own set of demands, and I quickly learned that if you fall behind, it’s very easy to get lost in the clutter. During undergrad, I wasn’t the most disciplined student. I often forgot to keep track of deadlines and heavily relied on my memory for assignments.
It's 8am on a Sunday and my room is doing that thing where the light comes in low and gold through the blinds, striping across the blanket like it's trying to personally convince me to stay exactly where I am. My bed is warm in that specific way that only happens after a good night's sleep — heavy, cocooned, and a little too good to leave, borderline illegal to exit.
Welcome to MBKU!
Graduate school can be tough, so I think it’s really important to find ways to treat yourself! Having things to look forward to can keep you motivated throughout the year,
even when you feel like you might be burning out. For me personally, I love to get a sweet treat after big exams and proficiencies. I’m going to share some of my favorite dessert spots around school that I like to treat myself with throughout the year!
1.Bag of Cakes
When I moved from Arizona to attend MBKU, I felt like I had everything figured out, except I did not have a car. But, reflecting back on the school year, I think everything worked out!
Here's How:
One of the biggest reasons I felt comfortable moving without a car was that I found a place within walking distance of campus. Being able to walk to class every day made life much easier and saved me from dealing with parking or transportation costs. And, as a bonus, I got a little walking workout every day!
Free time?! In a graduate program?
No, it’s not a typo. It really is possible to have free time while you pursue your studies of Optometry, Pharmacy, or Physician Assistant. While I’ve only completed my first year of Optometry school, I know many upperclassmen in my program that follow the same principles that I will be sharing. It works. Not only will you survive, you can also thrive.
Grad school can be a hectic transition, especially for those moving or returning after several years. As someone who was still unpacking during the first week of classes, I understand the stress of balancing my academic and personal life. Staying organized can make that transition much smoother, but there isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. I often use different organizational tools depending on the class or task at hand. Here are my top three recommendations that I hope will help make your transition into grad school a little easier