first of all, lay off dean wagner. he's a school official who represents ross, so of course he's going to diplomatically represent the school he doesn't get paid extra to help people out on this forum, so he should get some credit for his efforts. if u don't like the message than thats a different story coz he's just representing the views of the univeristy. but as an idividual, i think he's doing a great thing here.

same goes for mitch. he deserves credit for taking the time to provide everyone with info. sometimes i don't agree with his views, so i openly and respectfully question them. but theres no reason to question his intentions just coz he has an overly optimistic view of his school. he's proud of the school he chose and is free to express it. if u disagree with his views than present your side and let the readers decide, but don't try to do this by attempting to tarnish his integrity.

as far as the us med schools vs carib, i don't think anyone would argue that its almost always better to go to a us med school if given the choice. unfortunately most that choose the carib route didn't have the option avail. should they not try to follow their dreams?

the point about d.o. vs carib m.d. is a tough one and very controversial. theres good arguements for both sides so i won't even get into it. but i will say that theres plenty of ppl who had both choices of which neither of the 2 showed a great preference among applicants. i think it's a personal choice and no one can say which is better for everyone.

about personality not being a factor towards admissions, i agree with this point. ross says it takes many factors into account when deciding admissions, but i never heard a great empasis on personality. but i think the ones with poor personalities get weeded out along the way or end up having a very difficult time during clinicals, when personality plays a larger part in your grades.

i'll leave the other comments for current ross students. but i will say this, many siblings, parents and friends have also tried to dissuade ppl from doing whatever it takes to follow their dreams. some of them suceeded leaving ppl to always wonder what could have been. others r now seeking the medical care of the doctors they once tried to dissuade. u have given ur advice and i've listened, so now consider mine. try to support your younger brother in whatever decision he makes. it makes a huge difference to know that ppl who care are behind u

peace