St Matthew's May 2007 Class Chime In Area

[JAHBUILL]

If anyone is going may 07 then step right up and sound off here.

[amj0327]

Yep, I'll be going in May 2007. I'm from NC.

[moncinn]

I'll be there in May 2007. I'm from TX.

[med786]

i have a question....how long did it take for you guys to find out that you got in? just curious....cuz i'm still waiting...

[JAHBUILL]

i have a question....how long did it take for you guys to find out that you got in? just curious....cuz i'm still waiting...

I got in in december , anyways I am from NJ

anyone buy any books yet? Anyone living off campus? any 2nd 3rd career changers here or everyone coming out of undergrad?

[JAHBUILL]

I got in in december , anyways I am from NJ

anyone buy any books yet? Anyone living off campus? any 2nd 3rd career changers here or everyone coming out of undergrad?


I bet may 07 people wil start to
check in soon ..

[drsao]

yep..May 2007 NYC

[amj0327]

Anyone else? I hear that we'll have a small class for May, only 50 students.

[JAHBUILL]

Anyone else? I hear that we'll have a small class for May, only 50 students.


50-60 STUDENTS i s excellent size group maybe we will get a harvard education for less...should be fun anyone doing off campus housing because I am..

[anomorato]

Yep....May 2007 ...Ontario Canada

SMU here I come

[amj0327]

Supposedly the class size for May is now 120 students.

[newbie83]

I will be down there in may too. I am from NE. I am starting to look at getting my books now. What do you guys think about getting older editions because there are so much cheaper? I am guessing human anatomy hasnt changed much from 2002.

[amj0327]

I've heard from students at SMU and other schools that we don't need textbooks.

[newbie83]

thanks, I got another question. What is the exact requirements for the uniform? Do the polos have to be SMU polos or will any white polos do?

[amj0327]

I believe we can wear any white polo shirts. By the way-I'm not postive about the textbooks, It's just want I've been told by many students. Some still buy books for reference. It depends if you get more out reading textbooks or from lectures.

[ray0fh0p3]

I got accepted to May 2007....I am from NYC

[UFTim]

I've heard from students at SMU and other schools that we don't need textbooks.

Yeah, you're right in your next post. It is med school. You will have to do some supplementary reading out of textbooks to learn what you need to know, and for further clarification. You can "get by" and pass at SMU without textbooks, but you need them to really cement the info in order to do well on the big daddy of all exams, Step 1. Med school will make you a bibliophile.

[tgra_as]

Text books are a must. True you may get by and pass class exams (only just!) on the class lectures soley, but from experience at SMU, its always good to broaden and supplement wat u learn in class with wat u read on your own outside class.

And as long as your white tee/polo has a collar, and is WHITE, then you need not worry.

[Blue Sky]

I'm in for may too, FL. but haven't hear about the uniform yet, where did you get this info?

[ATLmd]

For uniform.. you guys have to wear polos and khaki.. if you want you can wear stuff over the shirts like other shirts but they will make sure you have the white shirt or they charge you in the beginning and eventually tell you to go back and change. You don't need all the books... if you have money then get them all but I would tell you guys to get the BRS for every every class and all the stuff for anatomy. Other than that you will realize that you don't have time to go through references to learn more and more because you are limited on time and a crap load of information is given to you on a daily basis. Also, the internet will be your best friend because thats the fastest way you can look up things. Teachers here will test you on what they teach you or tell you. The ppt. they give you have more than enough info and all the teachers will tell you what to do. Getting books would be cheaper if you get them from students. About the class sizes... They usually accept atleast 100+ from what I have seen because a lot will not make it through and/or leave. The school is great.. and good luck, I am here now

[Diva]

I am in for the Sept class, but so far i feel like there is only a handful of us..

But I realize that the Caymans are going to be crawling with NYCers..Hehe, clinicals are going to be tight in a few years .

[ChuckNorrisMD]

So whenever we are on campus we will haveto wear white polo and khakis? Can it be a white button down shirt instead? Is the dress code strictly enforced, like whenever we are on campus that is how we have to be dressed? We can never be in sweats or in jeans etc.? What do we wear in anatomy lab? Not that I have a problem with looking sharp, I have heard that it gets mad hot down there in the Carrib, islands. Is the Cayman Isl. the sam e?

[russut]

mon-fri 8a-5p- must wear uniform, 5p-library closure-wear anything
weekends- wear anything
yes it can be a button down
yes its strictly enforced only when you are inside the building
wear sweats and jeans after 5p on weekdays, and on weekends
wear uniform in lab
yes its hot, very hot

[jonmarc251]

from NYC, as well,

anyone else nervous to start, i just got accepted this past friday..

i think i want to live in the dorm, what is everyone else doing?

[giovannidoe]

What is the SMU's rep like? Just curious why you have chosen SMU? Have you chosen in it over other schools? Hope all is well.

[JAHBUILL]

from NYC, as well,

anyone else nervous to start, i just got accepted this past friday..

i think i want to live in the dorm, what is everyone else doing?

off campus for me,

[911Med]

My application is in - awaiting response - most likely for Fall 2007.

[giovannidoe]

What is the SMU's rep like? Just curious why you have chosen SMU? Have you chosen in it over other schools? Hope all is well.

[cadrianc]

May 2007! :) Chelsi- 20 years old from AZ!!! Can't wait!

[ChuckNorrisMD]

Is there a bookstore on campus, or should we bring all books that we think we might need with us?

[DOCplucinski]

What is the SMU's rep like? Just curious why you have chosen SMU? Have you chosen in it over other schools? Hope all is well.

do a search on this site, do you research...there are multiple multiple threads on every school, their reps, road blocks and such..you will find your answer

[drsao]

Does anyone know if SMU has a white coat ceremony

[amj0327]

I think the white coat is during the 3rd semester.

[drsao]

does anyone have any idea how much it might cost to live off campus for the 1st semeter.

[drjohnwebb]

I just wanted to post and say.. I am in for MAY.... I switched over from going to MUA, so I can actually live somewhere that I won't go crazy.

I have to say... so far.. the school has been super cool, on the ball and all current students that I have seen on here and on the SMU chats, are awesome. I am so glad I decided to change... DRJJ only nagged me about it for 4 months...LOL

[DRJJ1]

I just wanted to post and say.. I am in for MAY.... I switched over from going to MUA, so I can actually live somewhere that I won't go crazy.

I have to say... so far.. the school has been super cool, on the ball and all current students that I have seen on here and on the SMU chats, are awesome. I am so glad I decided to change... DRJJ only nagged me about it for 4 months...LOL

I saved you from the moon

[911MD]

HEY GUYS ILL BE JOINING AS WELL FOR THE MAY 2007 CLASS !

LUKE , FROM BROOKLYN , NY & VERY EXCITED TO START AT ST. MATT.

I WAS THINKING OF DOING A GET TOGETHER IN MID APRIL , SO WE CAN GET 2 KNOW 1 ANOTHER AND SHARE SOME 411 BEFORE WE START THIS NEW CHAPTER..... LET ME KNOW IF N E 1 IS INTERESTED!
LOOKING FORWARD.....
:dancing:

[Diva]

Hey luke, I am from brooklyn too! what part are you from? Im in Dyker heights

[DRJJ1]

Hey luke, I am from brooklyn too! what part are you from? Im in Dyker heights


sheepshead bay in da house,,nj now

[911MD]

Hey Jn819 & Drjj1 Wazzzzap, Im In Bensohurst... Are You Guys Starting Im May 07?

gsxr1300nyc@aol.com

[Future MD | DM erutuF]

The White Coat ceremony is now being held in the 4th semester. At least this what I have been told by White Coat committee members

[Mawdy]

SMU is a good choice. Tough courses, a lot of material so you have to stay on top of it from day one. Most students live near the school mostly in west bay which is anywhere from 10 to 20 minutes from school. Treasure Island is a popular spot. Huge complex of apartments pool and lot of students around. It's between the school and res hall. Close to school, shopping, restuarants and its on the main strip.

[Diva]

Hey Jn819 & Drjj1 Wazzzzap, Im In Bensohurst... Are You Guys Starting Im May 07?

gsxr1300nyc@aol.com



Hey I grew up in B'hurst! I went to FDR and hung out on 20th ave...lol... then when i moved out on my own I lived In sheepshead bay, and now I live in Dyker.
What part of B'hurst?

No I am not starting in may...Sept...But if I can take my orgo final early maybe I will be coming for may.

[whwsf]

Hey i'm from Staten Island, coming for May 07.... and married so not living on campus

[aaron1483]

well, i moved my start up from Sept. 07' to May 07', so ill be seeing all of you in a few weeks!..23/m/al here

[Diva]

aaron!!! I thought u were my buddy!!!

[911MD]

HEY GUYS,
JUST WONDERING IF THE PEEPS FROM NYC AND METRO AREA HAVE BAUGHT THEIR TICKETS YET.....
IF SO, WHEN ARE YOU LEAVING AND PLAN ON RETURNING IN AUGUST...FIND ANY GOOD DEALS... WOULD BE NICE TO MEET UP IN THE AIRPORT....OR .... ....THANX!

:!:PS... I PLAN ON MAKING A GET TOGETHER FOR IN NYC FOR MAY 2007 CLASS, PROBABLY AROUND APRIL 20/21 .....EMAIL ME AT GSXR1300NYC@AOL.COM IF YOURE INTERSTED....SO I GET AN IDEA OF HOW MANY PEOPLE AND PERHAPS WHERE TO DO IT...

:dancepar:

[smcMD]

Yup may 07 from NJ....

[DRJJ1]

Yup may 07 from NJ....

I DON T KNOW BUT THIS IS GIVING ME A NICE WARM FUZZY FEELING INSIDE NOW,,:roll:

[kikimd]

Hey guys! I'm starting in May 2007 as well and will be coming from Pennsylvania. I have also lived in Florida, Oklahoma, and Indiana. I am 28 and will be living in the residence halls. Can't wait to meet everyone! :p

[DRJJ1]

Hey guys! I'm starting in May 2007 as well and will be coming from Pennsylvania. I have also lived in Florida, Oklahoma, and Indiana. I am 28 and will be living in the residence halls. Can't wait to meet everyone! :p


WELCOME TO OUR SHIP OF DREAMS WE CAST SAIL SOON BUCKLE DOWN

[Blue Sky]

Have you guys figured out what you are going to use to call back home yet?

[kikimd]

Thanks DRJJ1! I'm looking forward to boarding the ship of dreams with my fellow classmates. Take care and see you soon!
~kikimd~ :-sunny

[kikimd]

Have you guys figured out what you are going to use to call back home yet?

It's going to be mostly internet communication for me, but I will also have a calling card for those "reach out and touch someone" moments. Any other ideas out there?

~kikimd~ :comppunch:

[russut]

Have you guys figured out what you are going to use to call back home yet?

Vonage - A better phone service for less (http://www.vonage.com/index.php?ic=1)

many students use vonage...easiest, simplest, cheapest way to keep in touch with family and friends back in the states.

[Blue Sky]

I know that I'll be calling home everyday, I heard of vonage and will give them a call on monday to learn a little more. What about skype, has anyone heard of them? It seems much cheaper to use this. PLZ let me know. thnxxx

[DRJJ1]

I know that I'll be calling home everyday, I heard of vonage and will give them a call on monday to learn a little more. What about skype, has anyone heard of them? It seems much cheaper to use this. PLZ let me know. thnxxx


IM GOING VONAGE I HAVE IT AT HOME NOW AND IT SEEMS TO WORK NICE,,VERIZON SHOULD BE SCARED,,,MANY FEATURES TOO EMAILS YOU WHEN YOU HAVE A VOICE MAIL,,LOTS OF GREAT FEATURES AT NO EXTRA CHARGE TRY IT,,YOU CAN PLUG IT IN YOUR EXISTING WIRING AND ALL YOUR PHONE IN YOUR HOUSE WILL BE CONENCTED,,,EASY TO DO TOO

[Blue Sky]

DRJJ1, vonage is a $30 monthly charge right? And how does transfering your own number work...or if I do get another # with the same area code will people be able to call me without getting charged?

[DRJJ1]

DRJJ1, vonage is a $30 monthly charge right? And how does transfering your own number work...or if I do get another # with the same area code will people be able to call me without getting charged?


this is what I did,,,

pre pay for the whole yr 260.00 they give you a local # or take one with you from your home,,,I chose to have vonage in my house and im going to take another with me to the island so ill have 2 accounts but I need to talk with people in my home otherwise I would only take out one account

[jdolorfino]

Hey all, I am starting in May 07 as well. I will be living in RH and can't wait to meet everyone. When are guys gonna leave for the island?

What about Skype, has anyone heard anything about them?

[UFTim]

Hey all, I am starting in May 07 as well. I will be living in RH and can't wait to meet everyone. When are guys gonna leave for the island?

What about Skype, has anyone heard anything about them?

A good number of people used Skype, but most used Vonage.

[jdolorfino]

What about cell phones? Like prepaid or buying a sim card.

[kikimd]

Hey all, I am starting in May 07 as well. I will be living in RH and can't wait to meet everyone. When are guys gonna leave for the island?

What about Skype, has anyone heard anything about them?

Welcome aboard jdolorfino! Congrats on your acceptance! I think I am leaving for the islands on May 5th. But I'm not sure what day to put for my return flight. I know they say to book a flight back for the last day of the semester, but does anyone know when that is? I am also living in RH. It seems like we have a nice class. I look forward to meeting you. Have a good one!

~kikimd~ :-angel

[jdolorfino]

Welcome aboard jdolorfino! Congrats on your acceptance! I think I am leaving for the islands on May 5th. But I'm not sure what day to put for my return flight. I know they say to book a flight back for the last day of the semester, but does anyone know when that is? I am also living in RH. It seems like we have a nice class. I look forward to meeting you. Have a good one!

~kikimd~ :-angel

Thanks kikimd...I am also thinking about leaving for the island on the 5th and returning on the 18th of Aug. The last day of the semester is Aug. 17th. I will see you on the 5th then.

By the way, did u make a list of what to bring and how to bring them. If you don't mind, do you think you can PM me your list. Thanks.

jdolorfino

[drjohnwebb]

As far as phones... the cell places will come with deals when we get there. I was able to use my US phone there, but I think it was costing a good bit.. we shall see when the bill gets here.

See you guys soon.. I think I am going back on the 30th or the 2nd. I have to get my internet going and look at schools for my kids. I might have a get together at my house that Saturday night so we can all meet before school starts.

[jdolorfino]

As far as phones... the cell places will come with deals when we get there. I was able to use my US phone there, but I think it was costing a good bit.. we shall see when the bill gets here.

See you guys soon.. I think I am going back on the 30th or the 2nd. I have to get my internet going and look at schools for my kids. I might have a get together at my house that Saturday night so we can all meet before school starts.

Dr. John, can you let me know how much it was for you to use your cell on the island. A get together would be great...can't wait to meet everybody.

[DRJJ1]

Dr. John, can you let me know how much it was for you to use your cell on the island. A get together would be great...can't wait to meet everybody.

using your cell phone on the island is not a good idea even if you have the best plans because the cayman roaming charges will kill you bad..when I went I knew this and kept the calls at a min but it still was not enough to keep down the bills of 300 400 from the cell to calls I made in my office
to the school and govt offices,,,I even bought a calling card one day from digicell and the 15 mins went fast, I called from digicell in westbay where they have phones you can call home Just get a sim card but that will be only good for gsm phones like cingular or sprint not verizon since they are on the cdma networks and do not have sim cards
You also need a quad band phone that works on 4 diff freqs because a country can use at any one time 2-3 diff bands to operate on.

[kikimd]

As far as phones... the cell places will come with deals when we get there. I was able to use my US phone there, but I think it was costing a good bit.. we shall see when the bill gets here.

See you guys soon.. I think I am going back on the 30th or the 2nd. I have to get my internet going and look at schools for my kids. I might have a get together at my house that Saturday night so we can all meet before school starts.

I think a get together is a great idea. I held one last August before classes started at my current school and invited classmates I had met online. It went very well, was a great ice breaker, and we are all still friends. :p Is your house very far from the residence halls?

[jdolorfino]

using your cell phone on the island is not a good idea even if you have the best plans because the cayman roaming charges will kill you bad..when I went I knew this and kept the calls at a min but it still was not enough to keep down the bills of 300 400 from the cell to calls I made in my office
to the school and govt offices,,,I even bought a calling card one day from digicell and the 15 mins went fast, I called from digicell in westbay where they have phones you can call home Just get a sim card but that will be only good for gsm phones like cingular or sprint not verizon since they are on the cdma networks and do not have sim cards
You also need a quad band phone that works on 4 diff freqs because a country can use at any one time 2-3 diff bands to operate on.

Do you know where I would get sim cards on the island?

[DRJJ1]

Do you know where I would get sim cards on the island?

FROM ANY CELL PHONE PROVIDER LIKE CABLE N WIRELESS, DIGICELL...WAIT UNTIL YOU GET ON ISLAND..IF YOU NEED HELP IN SETTING IT UP THEN ASK ME,,,,YOU LL DEF NEED A QUAD BAND PHONE THAT IS UNLOCKED BY YOUR CARRIER YOU NEED TO CALL THEM TO ASK THEM TO SEND YOU INFO REGARDING THIS UNLOCKING,,MANY PEOPLE DON T KNOW THIS AND THEY TAKE OUT NEW PHONES WHICH COST$$ WHEN YOU ALREADY HAVE A PHONE BUT I STRESS,,IT HAS TO BE ON GSM NETWORK THESE ARE THE ONLKY ONES WHICH USE A SIM CARD,,

[jdolorfino]

FROM ANY CELL PHONE PROVIDER LIKE CABLE N WIRELESS, DIGICELL...WAIT UNTIL YOU GET ON ISLAND..IF YOU NEED HELP IN SETTING IT UP THEN ASK ME,,,,YOU LL DEF NEED A QUAD BAND PHONE THAT IS UNLOCKED BY YOUR CARRIER YOU NEED TO CALL THEM TO ASK THEM TO SEND YOU INFO REGARDING THIS UNLOCKING,,MANY PEOPLE DON T KNOW THIS AND THEY TAKE OUT NEW PHONES WHICH COST$$ WHEN YOU ALREADY HAVE A PHONE BUT I STRESS,,IT HAS TO BE ON GSM NETWORK THESE ARE THE ONLKY ONES WHICH USE A SIM CARD,,

Thanks for your help. I'll hit you up when I get on the island about setting this up.

[Sebastien Guilbard]

Digicel will be present at the RH when you arrive to sign you up for cell phones.

[jdolorfino]

Digicel will be present at the RH when you arrive to sign you up for cell phones.

How does it work? Do we buy cell phones from them or is it just the plans or just a sim card?

[UFTim]

How does it work? Do we buy cell phones from them or is it just the plans or just a sim card?

You can buy a prepaid cell phone from them for under $30 and then you fill it up with prepaid cards. This is what most students do.

[drjohnwebb]

The house I am renting is two minutes from GT.. if you are on South Church, you go toward South Sound, right beside Grand Old House restaurant. It is around 5 minutes (no traffic) from RH. I will post when I get there if anyone wants to get together and meet and greet...

[Blue Sky]

using your cell phone on the island is not a good idea even if you have the best plans because the cayman roaming charges will kill you bad..when I went I knew this and kept the calls at a min but it still was not enough to keep down the bills of 300 400 from the cell to calls I made in my office
to the school and govt offices,,,I even bought a calling card one day from digicell and the 15 mins went fast, I called from digicell in westbay where they have phones you can call home Just get a sim card but that will be only good for gsm phones like cingular or sprint not verizon since they are on the cdma networks and do not have sim cards
You also need a quad band phone that works on 4 diff freqs because a country can use at any one time 2-3 diff bands to operate on.

Are you kidding $300?:confused:
I spoke to a student who's currently on the island and he used his veriozon phone and kept the same # with vonage.
He paid a fee of $29.95 for unlimited calls and says its free to transfer the number.
The digicel website is not any help at all, you can't really read about the plans they offer...This phone thing is sooo confusing, I wish we had more info to read about it.

[DRJJ1]

Are you kidding $300?:confused:
I spoke to a student who's currently on the island and he used his veriozon phone and kept the same # with vonage.
He paid a fee of $29.95 for unlimited calls and says its free to transfer the number.
The digicel website is not any help at all, you can't really read about the plans they offer...This phone thing is sooo confusing, I wish we had more info to read about it.

thats all good if you don t make any calls back to usa they get you on the roaming charges in cayman

[Blue Sky]

JJ.
I Just called vonage and actually calls in the cayman are long distance $0.40 minute....but calls to the US are free and unlimited....now i just need to figure out how to not pay cancellation fees with my current phone company.

[DRJJ1]

JJ.
I Just called vonage and actually calls in the cayman are long distance $0.40 minute....but calls to the US are free and unlimited....now i just need to figure out how to not pay cancellation fees with my current phone company.

BUT the people you want to speak to will also have vonage
and vonage to vonage is free plus 40 cents/min is better than 2.00 usd/min right?

also incoming calls are free I think w digicell if you were to get your sim card on the island

[Sebastien Guilbard]

Let me explain the phone thing:
1. you buy here for less than 30$ a prepaid cell phone to be reached by anyone( free incoming calls) and make few phone calls on island
2. you bring a vonage or you buy a internet phone here from Cable and Wireless and that is what you use to call the US, Canada, Europe etc..

Email me if you need more information,

See you soon in Cayman,

[jdolorfino]

Let me explain the phone thing:
1. you buy here for less than 30$ a prepaid cell phone to be reached by anyone( free incoming calls) and make few phone calls on island
2. you bring a vonage or you buy a internet phone here from Cable and Wireless and that is what you use to call the US, Canada, Europe etc..

Email me if you need more information,

See you soon in Cayman,

So for a prepaid cell, all incoming calls are free, even from people from the US? With a prepaid cell, can you call to US.

For vonage, can you use that to call on the island or is it just for calls to US only?

[jdolorfino]

What about banking and shipping? Has anyone done any of those?

What do you do with your loan money? Is there a charge for ATM usage?

How would I ship my stuff that I couldn't bring on the plane?

[drjohnwebb]

WOW.. if you are going in May.. you might be a little behind on some of these topics..

What are you wanting to ship? Banks are there, the school will tell you where to go and give you letters showing you are a student.

Your ATM will probably charge you.. mine did.. 75cent per transaction.

[howdyag07]

I'll be there in May 2007. I'm from TX.


I'm coming from Texas too. I'll be in the vet school though (a skip away from the med school).

[XXY]

There are phones available for 30 $ ?
Also, where can one get wireless or internet phones?
Are they sold on the island?

[drjohnwebb]

YOU can get it all on island..

[jdolorfino]

WOW.. if you are going in May.. you might be a little behind on some of these topics..

What are you wanting to ship? Banks are there, the school will tell you where to go and give you letters showing you are a student.

Your ATM will probably charge you.. mine did.. 75cent per transaction.

About shipping, I want to ship items that I can't fit in 2 luggage bags, such as non-perishable food items, school materials, etc.

What company did you use for shipping?

[drjohnwebb]

Food items and anything that is new...might get taxed.. It is easier to buy most of that stuff on island. You aren't going to starve.. I don't think there is any reason to ship food there. The cost of shipping and especially the hassle, it is cheaper to buy it there. What items won't fit in luggage? It is probably easier to see what your airline would charge for an extra bag and bring it with you. I am not bringing a printer. Most say you can live without it and you can always get one super cheap at the end of the semester, when people are leaving. I was going to bring sheets, etc.. I am just going to buy them from Priced Right, there were reasonable enough there. I would rather bring clothes and buy that stuff there.

[Barney Rebel]

You can use DHL if it's just 1 or 2 boxes (ask about their 55lb. flat rate) or if it is 5-10 boxes then I would recommend using a shipping company like Seaboard Marine. Also, there is a direct ship program through the SMU bookstore - St. Matthews University Virtual Bookstore (http://www.universitybooksonline.com/stmatthews/)

[jdolorfino]

Food items and anything that is new...might get taxed.. It is easier to buy most of that stuff on island. You aren't going to starve.. I don't think there is any reason to ship food there. The cost of shipping and especially the hassle, it is cheaper to buy it there. What items won't fit in luggage? It is probably easier to see what your airline would charge for an extra bag and bring it with you. I am not bringing a printer. Most say you can live without it and you can always get one super cheap at the end of the semester, when people are leaving. I was going to bring sheets, etc.. I am just going to buy them from Priced Right, there were reasonable enough there. I would rather bring clothes and buy that stuff there.

Thanks for the help

[jdolorfino]

You can use DHL if it's just 1 or 2 boxes (ask about their 55lb. flat rate) or if it is 5-10 boxes then I would recommend using a shipping company like Seaboard Marine. Also, there is a direct ship program through the SMU bookstore - St. Matthews University Virtual Bookstore (http://www.universitybooksonline.com/stmatthews/)

Thanks for the help.

[jdolorfino]

I'm in for may too, FL. but haven't hear about the uniform yet, where did you get this info?

where in FL are you from? I'm from cape coral

[drmindbender]

What's up docs (future-docs)? In for May 07 from Canada. Look forward to meeting everyone very soon.

PS Does anyone know if any of the textbooks are available electronically? (ie CD-ROM, ebook, etc...)

[Blue Sky]

where in FL are you from? I'm from cape coral

Hi there, I'm from Tampa ;)
When do you fly down? I'm going on the 4th, who knows we might meet in the airport.

[jdolorfino]

Hi there, I'm from Tampa ;)
When do you fly down? I'm going on the 4th, who knows we might meet in the airport.

I went to school at USF...where did you go? I am flying down on the 5th.

[sfnforever]

hey everyone! i'm from arkansas and i'll be starting in may 07. looking forward to meeting everyone!

[Blue Sky]

I went to school at USF...where did you go? I am flying down on the 5th.
Are u kidding me so did I!!! :D How crazy is that, we might know each other if not seen each other in school. Do you have a facebook account?

[DRJJ1]

Are u kidding me so did I!!! :D How crazy is that, we might know each other if not seen each other in school. Do you have a facebook account?


OK,,,Now I do feel complete after making my reservations
for my flight into the abyss. I will joining you on our quest
for the medical world. I can now relax a bit until take off.


BRING IT ON!!!!!

[jdolorfino]

Are u kidding me so did I!!! :D How crazy is that, we might know each other if not seen each other in school. Do you have a facebook account?

yeah...what is yours?

[drjohnwebb]

The clock is ticking.... everyone ready??? I will be on island on the 2nd.. anyone else coming down that early?

[aaron1483]

the clock is indeed ticking, so much to do in so little time,,im flying in on may 5, probably will be arriving around noon.........do you guys wanna have a get together sometime before classes start?

[howdyag07]

The clock is ticking.... everyone ready??? I will be on island on the 2nd.. anyone else coming down that early?


May 1st for me.

[amj0327]

About 2 WEEKS Left! See you guys in a bit.

[DRJJ1]

About 2 WEEKS Left! See you guys in a bit.


almost time to jump in the water and whammmmm

check this out found it while surfing

YouTube - University of Health Sciences Antigua, since 1982 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H5a-a7Uc3B0)

its uhsa school tour,,lol its the 5th for me guys just booked it

[Sebastien Guilbard]

Dear All,

Just a reminder that the first day to check in is May 4th starting 7.00am

looking forward to seeing you in Cayman VERY soon,

[kikimd]

the clock is indeed ticking, so much to do in so little time,,im flying in on may 5, probably will be arriving around noon.........do you guys wanna have a get together sometime before classes start?

I'm arriving May 4th in the afternoon. Let me know if there is a get together! See everyone soon!

[drjohnwebb]

I am thinking of having a get together at my house that Saturday night (5th). I will try to find a 3rd or 4th semester student (or a few) and see if they can come over and answer any questions anyone has.

I will post next week with details.

[DRJJ1]

I am thinking of having a get together at my house that Saturday night (5th). I will try to find a 3rd or 4th semester student (or a few) and see if they can come over and answer any questions anyone has.

I will post next week with details.

do it sun 3-4pm may be better gives everyone a chance to settle in first prob everyone going to be busy before that time

[aaron1483]

do it sun 3-4pm may be better gives everyone a chance to settle in first prob everyone going to be busy before that time


that sounds like a great idea

[newbie83]

Hey guys,
I am also coming down may 5th. I was wondering if you guys bought "all" books for class. I know books are recommended and required but sometimes professors go on their lec notes most of the time. I was just wondering if you guys heard anything specific about any classes. I got everything except the books for the patient skills class. anyways thanks.
V

[DRJJ1]

Hey guys,
I am also coming down may 5th. I was wondering if you guys bought "all" books for class. I know books are recommended and required but sometimes professors go on their lec notes most of the time. I was just wondering if you guys heard anything specific about any classes. I got everything except the books for the patient skills class. anyways thanks.
V

I can t find out but I don t think we need scrubs for ga lab anyone confirm this?

[jdolorfino]

Yeah, I was also wondering about lab coats and scrubs for 1st sem.

[drjohnwebb]

I have a question about May 5th... Cinco de Mayo... anyone going out, party, anything??

I will have the hang over get together on Sunday..LOL

See you guys soon..

[UFTim]

Yeah, I was also wondering about lab coats and scrubs for 1st sem.


No labcoat and scrubs needed. A lot of new students are disappointed about that, but there will be plenty of time, the rest of your life, to wear the white coat and scrubs. :cool:

[DRJJ1]

No labcoat and scrubs needed. A lot of new students are disappointed about that, but there will be plenty of time, the rest of your life, to wear the white coat and scrubs. :cool:


ok cause I only have like 20 pairs less to bring good

[GoodDoc1]

ok cause I only have like 20 pairs less to bring good

20 pairs of scrubs? That is more than what I have now! ;)

[drmindbender]

Any of you packing rain boots for the island? Do you think they are warranted?

See you all in just over a week!:D

[drjohnwebb]

Does anyone know what the First semester schedule is..and... what time do we need to be at school on the 7th and where??

[DRJJ1]

20 pairs of scrubs? That is more than what I have now! ;)


LETS NOT FORGET GOODOC,,IM IN THE BIZ NOW LOL

IM BRINGING A FEW PAIRS OF TIMBERLANDS I HAVE SHOULD BE GOOD TO GO WITH THOSE WATERPROOF

[aaron1483]

Does anyone know what the First semester schedule is..and... what time do we need to be at school on the 7th and where??

hey john,,, i thought orientation was on the 8th? i could be wrong though

[howdyag07]

It is Monday, May 7th for the vet school. I'm guessing it's the same for the med students too.

[drjohnwebb]

AAAAHHHHHHH.... I am going to Charlotte tonight and flying out in the morning to Grand Cayman.....

I am not freakin out...or am I??

Well... I will see you all soon. Everyone have safe travels!!

[911MD]

Guys, Dont Forget To Bring Your Acceptance Letter From The School Along With Your Passport To The Airport ! :-)
Have A Safe Flight And See You All There In A Few !

[Sebastien Guilbard]

Monday, May 7, 2007


7:30 a.m. Welcome Reception – Pavillion in front of St. Matthew’s (weather permitting)
Here you will meet faculty and classmates and a continental breakfast will be provided


Lecture Hall 1 (1st Floor)

8:30 a.m. Welcome remarks -Dr. Elizabeth Armstrong, Ph.D., Dr. med.h.c.
Member of the Board of Trustees and Director of Education Programs, Harvard Medical International

8:40 a.m. Message from the Chancellor of SMU – Mr. John D. Marvin, M.B.A.

8:50 a.m. Executive Dean – Dr. Vincent Knight

9:00 a.m. Dean of Basic Sciences – Dr. Ezzeldin Nasser
Dr. Nasser will review both the Basic Sciences curriculum and student schedule, as well as introduce the Cayman faculty.

9:30 a.m. Student Counselor – Dr. AliceAnn Brunn
Dr. Brunn will introduce opportunities for personal and professional growth and development through her office and programs
9:45 a.m. Director of Student Services – Mr. Jan-Michael Maw
Mr. Maw will discuss his role at St. Matthew’s and the number of ways his office will be able to assist you while you are here

10:00 a.m. Residences Manager – Mr. Sebastien Guilbard
Mr. Guilbard will be available to discuss basic rules and regulations and answer any questions regarding the Residence Hall or Residence Suites

10:30 p.m. University Coordinator – Mr. Bryce Averitte
Mr. Averitte will introduce the administrative staff at St. Matthew’s and provide information on university services and policies. He will also cover both school and community sporting activities.

11:00 a.m. Immigration and Student Visas – Mr. Matthew Luke
Mr. Luke will be available to answer any questions and explain the student visa process

11:15 a.m. Question & Answer period


11:30-12:45 Lunch Break – Come and check out the Student Activity Fair, Lecture Hall 2. Here you will find information and displays on various activities and groups to get involved with while you are at St. Matthew’s.

12:45 p.m. Medical Information Technology / Library Orientation –
Mr. Corey Frankard, Assoc. Director of IT and Ms. Sarah McField, Librarian

1:15 p.m. University Registrar – Ms. Janie Crews
Ms. Crews will discuss student online records/transcripts and the registration process.

1:30 p.m. Student Accounts – Ms. Ellen Scott
Ms. Scott will cover loan applications and disbursements as well as billing inquiries, payments and insurance waivers. She will also discuss Digicel and copy card sales.

1:40 p.m. Student Health Insurance – Mr. Thomas Morris
Mr. Morris will discuss the current student health insurance plan and answer any questions

1:50 p.m. Financial Aid – Mr. Matthew Maniaci
As St. Matthew’s Educational Credit Counselor, Mr. Maniaci assists students with obtaining student loans and also helps them work through any credit issues they may have.


2:00 p.m. Question & Answer period




2:10 p.m. World Gym – Ms. Tara Trickett

2:20 p.m. Cayman Islands Police Dept. – Mr. Tim Ball

2:30 p.m. Digicel – Mr.Vincent O’Donoghue

2:45 p.m. Special session for parents – Lecture Hall 2

ALL STUDENT I.D.s must be taken – Lecture Hall 1




7:00 p.m. Orientation BBQ – Held at the Residence Hall, all new students, their families, faculty and staff are welcome to attend a celebration of what was hopefully, a great first day at St. Matthew’s.





Tuesday, May 8, 2007


7:30 a.m. Classes Begin

[drjohnwebb]

I am here.. in my house and just got my internet up...

By the way.. if you are bringing new stuff, computer, etc... take all that stuff out of the boxes. One... it's saves room, two.. customs here checked my stuff.. Lukily I was out of room and my bags where over weight.. so I dumped all the boxes.

Also.. On US Air.. I would assume all airlines.. bag limit is 50lbs,.. if it is over 50, yet under 70.. it is one rate.. if it is over 70, but under 99.. it is another.. NO bag over 99lbs.. I had 60, 73 and 116... I had to take stuff out of the 116... I had three bags (extra bag fee is $80) and I had to pay another $50 for each overweight bag (2)(99 & 73Lbs) and $30 for the 60lbs.. so $210 extra. Still cheaper than shipping.


If you are coming this week or already here.. pm me..

Good luck

[Junito]

Good luck to you guys. I recall my excitement to first starting med school...Now it is almost over :D

[drjohnwebb]

OK boys and girls..

I hope you all made it in OK. If anyone would like to have a get together today (Sunday the 6th), either post or PM me and we will get a time together.

We can either go somewhere or we can have it at my house.

I am not an expert on the island, but I came here for a week recently and I have been here for almost a week. I may can answer some general questions.

IF I don't see you today.. I am sure I will tomorrow.

[Godschosenone]

Poor poor suckers
This is the start of a long two years.
Just remember that SMU stands for
Self Motivation University and you will be fine.
Stay away from the drama and keep your circle small.
First semester is not where you go out and party
its where you learn the correct way to study and manage your time.

Good luck to you guys

[Pokerslut]

Can you elaborate on "drama". Thanks. I know my interpretation of drama, but I would like yours. :)

[Kronos]

Good luck to everyone arrived on the island! This is the start of a long, tough but hopefully fulfilling journey for you. :) I can't believe it was so long ago that I was first entering med school the same way... before you know it you will be applying for the Match in three years, so work hard, stay focused and help out your fellow students.

Keep your eyes on the Prize... and never get distracted or discouraged. In the end its worth it.