I barely graduated undergraduate school two years ago. I am thinking of going to medical school. Please advise?

I barely graduated undergraduate school with a 2.0 GPA but now two years later I am convicted to go to medical school, so I have decided to attend a different university for pre-med classes. If I graduate with a new degree and pre-med classes with 3.5+ GPA, could medical school be an option? Does my past failures at the previous university affect me harshly??I barely graduated undergraduate school two years ago. I am thinking of going to medical school. Please advise?
You probably don't want to do an entirely new degree. Usually schools will not accept credits that have already been used for a degree, so you would have to do the full four years for a new degree.





A better idea would be a post-bacc medical program where you just take the pre-med classes. http://services.aamc.org/postbac/





Its too late to start one of these programs for this fall, so I would start looking for research assistant jobs at local hospitals. You need to show you are committed and a 9-12 months doing medical research will improve your application.I barely graduated undergraduate school two years ago. I am thinking of going to medical school. Please advise?
In the US, repeating courses to elevate a GPA is a common practice. Some schools average the two grades, some will record only the higher grade and some schools report both grades.





More importantly, a person's grades are a reflection of their study habits, which are deeply ingrained patterns of behavior. Unless you learn a different behavior, it would be unwise to expect a different outcome.





In the US, every university has specially trained counselors who can assess study habits and teach new ones. It isn't a simple case of studying harder (whatever that means). There are different techniques that can be learned that appeal to your individual strengths.





Once you have learned your new study skills, I would recommend repeating a few of your prior courses in which you did the poorest to ameliorate your GPA and also put your new skills to the text. If your new skills dramatically improve your GPA, then take a post-Bacc program for the prereqs.





As for your past failures adversely affecting your chances in being accepted into medical school--the opposite is true. AdComs love a rags to riches story.
you still have a very realistic shot at FOREIGN/CARIBBEAN medical schools, if you can do well at your new university. that's your only shot (assuming, of course that you are not a minority student). if you are a URM, you may still have a shot traditionally black colleges or your state med schools if you do well at your new university (3.5 gpa) and if you do well on the mcat (like 28 if you are black; 27 if you are latin). me schools are very forgiving with URMs.
Even if you earned straight A's in all of the pre-med classes, you wouldn't be able to raise your GPA over 2.7 (This is assuming 130 credit hours from your degree and 60 additional hours from premed coursework).





Unless you get perfect MCAT scores or something, I just don't think that there's a realistic shot of you getting into medical school with a cumulative GPA under 3.0.
I think getting your GPA up would be a good idea.





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Can anyone advise on how to strategise on a 5km race??

Hi. Anyone has good tips on how to strategise on a 5km race? Should i sprint in the beginning to gain lead first?? But Im just afraid if i will lose steam towards the end to race to the finish line? Can anyone help?? Thanks!Can anyone advise on how to strategise on a 5km race??
People have different styles of running. Some like to keep a steady pace through out, others go out fast and then drop back a little and some go out slow and the pick it up. For your first one, I would recommend going out at a moderate pace and then pick it up though out the race according to how you feel. Based on this experience you can adjust your technique. These articals might help you too:


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Good luck!Can anyone advise on how to strategise on a 5km race??
Don't know what your competitive level is or whether you're a middle of the packer or elite, so it's kinda hard without that info and knowing what your goal is.





Generally, you will achieve your best time when you run an even pace throughout the race. Thus, you have to decide your desired time and memorize your splits so you can judge your pace/adjust as needed.
Starting out a 5K to fast can give you a really bad day. Go to slow you'll never be able to catch up. Just be yourself run the pace you normally do. Then if there is a person going a little faster you try to tag onto him. If you still have a lot energy left after 2.0 miles then it's time to pick up the pace DON'T SPRINT THOUGH! You shouldn't sprint until you see the finish line in sight.
the first thing you need to do is figure out what time you want to run, next divide that up and find out your time for each mile then during the racce you will know if you need to speed up. I also reccomend a fast start and finish, you may feel tired but in the end it is all worth it.
run 80% in the begining of the race. run tempo but dont run slow. make sure you get out and stay amongst the top pack.if somebody else wants to lead, let them lead but stay with the top pack. towards the last 1600m [mile] you shoul gradually start picking your speed up. good luck.
in the race what i like to do is..


start off kinda fast whatever you think is best then slowly make your way down to a slower but not slow pace and keep at that then at your last mile kick it up a little and at the end you wanna sprint it in for a grate finish!

Can anyone advise me on the highs and lows of HYIPs?

these investments seem too good to be true,with high returns,how can we tell the good from the bad??Can anyone advise me on the highs and lows of HYIPs?
These ';High Yield Investment Programs'; (HYIP) appear to all be scams. I have never heard of a legitimate one. The US Treasury department considers the phrase ';high yield investment program'; a red flag that you are probably dealing with a scam. No one can honestly offer interest rates that high.





See these links.





http://www.quatloos.com/hyip.php





http://www.publicdebt.treas.gov/cc/ccpho鈥?/a>Can anyone advise me on the highs and lows of HYIPs?
I agree with Joe. They are all scam, no matter how honest they are. In the past, i am stupid enough to ';invest'; some money into these programs. In the long run, i lost what i put in. So stay out of these HYIP website, if you don't wish to be the next victim ;)

How do I fix my life? Im so bored with my life. I need a good advise?

Just broke up with my second wife, I don't wanna be with my ex-girlfriend, I really want this girl but she's married and had 2 kids. and I was thinking I'm not good for her. But she show interest on me whenever her husband is not around. Whats the best thing to do? I really want her.How do I fix my life? Im so bored with my life. I need a good advise?
Don't be the reason for breaking up a family if she leaves on her own that's different, find a hobby start doing something you really enjoy maybe you can meet someone who has the same interests as you. Try just being you , you don't have to have someone in your life all the time to be happy. Good LuckHow do I fix my life? Im so bored with my life. I need a good advise?
Get lost, for everyones good.
How many times do I have to answer this question? She is married leave her be. Why can't you find your own lady to be with. You are getting divorced for the second time. It is time to reflect and find out why you cannot maintain a relationship. Go see a shrink. If you go after this married woman then you truly are a loser.
Tell her the truth life is too short. to waste it on what if ..
she's married man she's hands off! why is it these days that people will just go after anyone whose married with no shame at all so sad and pathetic to me. it should be a red flag for you if you were smart enough to see obviously this girl isnt much if she's showing interest in you when her husbands not around. but no you really want her lol want what to fu#k another man's wife lol i think so.
the best thing to do is find yourself a hobby other than women. you sound very clingy, which typically is not endearing to women...
God can fix it...let's stop island hopping on these mini vacations first of all..lol focus on you as a man..it seems as though you are afraid to be alone for some reason or another. Focus on you and do some extra curricular activities get out and network, don't worry about a relationship and get divorced first..you seem like you don't resolve issues before jumping into the next game..you have baggage deal with all of that first and then lift you esteem and find your worth and then maybe try dating but right now you are an emotional wreck looking for someone else to fix you..focus on you first!!
you need to forget about her! how would you feel if somebody wanted your wife? and how do you know that now she is married, and wants you, when she is married to you, or with you, won't want somebody else? she should only want her husband.
Get on your knees and ask for forgiveness. The only way to fix your life is by repenting.
She is married leave her alone, just cause you are a screw up does not mean you have screw up other peoples lives.





Do the female gender a favour, become Eunuch.
You need to seek therapy, possibly be put in medication....It did wonders for me.

Can anyone advise how i can obtain an ip adress to view a camera off-site.?

I've been advised that i need a static ip address and i am having a problem sorting this out.Can anyone advise how i can obtain an ip adress to view a camera off-site.?
You need to contact your internet provider and request a static IP address. They will charge you extra for this.





Alternatively you can register your dynamic IP address at a dynamic DNS website. This will require you to install a small program which communicates your IP address to their server.





Using http://www.no-ip.com/ as an example, your URL will be in the form http://myaccount.no-ip.com/. This will resolve to your dynamic IP address.





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There are many other providers - some are free and some charge for this service.

Could anyone advise me on what are the best tropical fish to start of with?

this is my first tropical fish tank, i now have tank all set up correctly, i would like to know best fish to start withCould anyone advise me on what are the best tropical fish to start of with?
There's no good way to answer your question. A lot will depend on the size of the tank you're able to use (how much room you have, how much you want to spend), whether or not you want to have a heater, chemistry of your water source, and your own preferences.





All fish have the same basics for care - a properly sized tank, good water quality (not just clean, but pH, hardness, and salinity can be factors), and proper feeding. Some species are hardier than others, so the hardier the fish, the better they might do for a beginner. Take some time to figure out what YOU like - walk around a few stores, write down some species names, and look up info about their needs, go from there. You can also use the internet to look at some pics of the more common aquarium species. Something fishy's already mentioned the Elmer's aquarium website - that's a good one for photos, basic care, and planning fish communities (what will work together). Here are some others:


http://www.peteducation.com/index.cfm?cl… - fish, invert, plant info for fresh and saltwater


http://www.fishlore.com/ - fish profiles and general aquarium info


http://www.faqs.org/faqs/aquaria/general… - some recommendations for beginning fishkeepeers





But, you should pick what you like - not what anyone else thinks would be ';best'; for you.Could anyone advise me on what are the best tropical fish to start of with?
guppys and neons
size of tank, filtration (and as long as you have a good heater or heaters for the minimum wattage for gallonage or more).





That info would let people help you much better.





Do you want a lot of fish or just one fish with a wonderful personality?





Large tropical fish with great personalities lies in the Cichlid family. Oscars can be hardy, just don't over feed and do regular water maintenance if you have a big enough tank. (1 per 50-75 gallons). Jack Dempseys are cool too, (1 per 40-55 gallons), Electric Blue Jack Dempseys are exceptionally beautiful. Convict Cichlids are strong as well.





I would say research and find what you wouldn't mind looking at for the next 10-15 years+ ... That is how long most tropical fish will live if well cared for. There are a ton of forums and websites to gather information.
As per everyone else, I heartily recommend the mighty guppy as they are very sturdy. If you go for this, avoid some of the other peoples choices, especially barbs as they enjoy eating guppy tails. Try to go for fish that live at most levels. Guppies, with a Siamese Fighter Male(my fave) and zebra danios for the top-mid, Swordtails, dwarf gouramis and platties for mid -lower levels and a nice bronze catfish for bottom with a good mix of cardinal and neon tetras.A sucking loach is easy to keep,will eat some of the algae and are quite fun.Avoid most cichalids, such as Angels as they can be very agressive and snack on smaller fish(but they are lovely) They also can get quite big-avoiduntil you are more experienced.Also avoid Plecs. They can get bloody huge.


Take your time and have a good look about-there are loads of gorgeous species to choose from and get a decent book.


Good luck
bettas, they are hearty, require little space,come in a variety of colors, and also breed easy. can not be kept in groups, one per tank until ready to breed.





gouramis are also nice,kept with some zebras and a couple of clown barbs, they are all considered community fish
Tetras are quite hardy.











Ps. Tetras will do best if they have 5 buddies...
the ones i started out with and did fine were red minor tetras
I would suggest Cory catfish, Platies, Tetras, %26amp; Rosy Barbs.


Only a few to start since your tank is new. You didn't say what size the tank is so. I'm not sure how many to suggest you start with.
neon tetras
How about angelfish, tilapia or goldfish they are very lovable, easy to feed and cute!
i would most recommend some guppies because not only are they very bright colorful and easy to take care of but they are very easy to breed. it is fun to breed them and take care of their young. if you do end up getting guppies search the questions here for guppies and there is a lot of info on them.


♥good luck♥
If you are talking about correctly setting up your tank COMPLETE with cycling, I would suggest zebra danios. They are very hardy and great for cycling. Plus they are very fun to watch.





I have had my danios for about a month and a half to two months. I just introduced a betta two weeks ago. And I am going to introduce neon tetras if the water quality is good in my tank this evening. Yay!





But, anyways, zebra danios!
Bloodfin Tetra





Cherry Barb





Dwarf Gourami





Gold Barb





Goldfish





Platy





Serpae Tetra





White Clouds





Zebra Danios





Are the best starters.


But you want to evenly distribute top, bottom, and middle feeders to have a good cycle.
Guppies, Neon tetras, Bettas,
Since you are new at taking care of fish, i would go with some small cat fish or shark like a Rainbow Shark or some small fancy tail goldfish. These are easy to take care of and dont need much attention.


Once you get a little more experienced go ahead and start taking care of Cichlids like yellow texas and electric blue. And once you know what your doing buy a Red Devil or Flower Horn
I started with:


neon tetra


mollies


dwarf gourami


platie


ruby barbs


Rosy barbs


golden sucking loach
The hardiest are guppies and tetras, and as they are small you can have quite a number in your tank without overcrowding
If you want something more impressive than a tetra or neon then try a three spot gourami, they are pretty cool, although I don't recommend in a pair as it's hit or miss whether one bullies the other, I've been told sometimes they can be fine in two's. Also a plec is fairly hardy as can live in tropical or cold water (altho I've never tested to see if they're ok in cold water). I'm a beginner too and I have all the above, I also have a few Yamato Shrimp that are funny and cool to look at.





=:-)
Guppies and Mollies are good but they breed easily they have live young so you can end up with a lot more than you bargained for.





Neon's and Angelfish are nice as well they adapt quite easily to new surroundings.





You want some sort of bottom feeder to help keep your tank clean I'd recommend a pleck.
First trpical fish would definitely be.....





for tetras, get neon tetras, they are beautiful small creatures that are rather easy to maintain.





Tiger barbs are also easy to keep though keep more than a pair so they spread out their bad pecking order habits amongst themselves rather than one victim.





Finally, i guess for livebearers, mollies and swordtails would be a good start but have a lid if ur takin care of swordtails, they are good jumpers.





Above all else, fish rearing is a wonderful sport, enjoy it but remeber to give ur fish the vare they deserve and welcome to the hobby brother!
http://www.elmersaquarium.com/h701elmers…


Anything in category 1, 2 or 3 that is A or AA in hardiness. Make it easy on yourself and start with a tank larger than 10 gallons.





http://www.hagen.com/pdf/aquatic/bag.pdf


http://www2.tetra.de/tet_internet_import…


Here two good free books.

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