Adterry Posted February 26, 2018 Share Posted February 26, 2018 7 minutes ago, Blizzard said: My first interview is Wednesday. I'm having a mild meltdown I'm so nervous, I feel unprepared. Anyone have advice? People who have already had interviews this cycle what has it been like? Especially anyone who's had an interview at UAB? UAB was awesome! Everyone is super friendly, no need to be nervous. If you can go to the social before hand it can be super helpful in calming your nerves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GCo.Hopeful Posted February 26, 2018 Share Posted February 26, 2018 33 minutes ago, aspiringGC2018 said: For anyone who is invited to interview at Northwestern, have you received your official date yet? I reached out last week to ask about that and they said they would let us know early this week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aspiringGC2018 Posted February 26, 2018 Share Posted February 26, 2018 32 minutes ago, GCo.Hopeful said: I reached out last week to ask about that and they said they would let us know early this week Awesome! Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJM19 Posted February 26, 2018 Share Posted February 26, 2018 (edited) 2 hours ago, Blizzard said: My first interview is Wednesday. I'm having a mild meltdown I'm so nervous, I feel unprepared. Anyone have advice? People who have already had interviews this cycle what has it been like? Especially anyone who's had an interview at UAB? I've had two interviews so far (Case and Arcadia), and they've been very laid-back and conversational. The admissions and program faculty involved in the interview process were generally approachable and friendly, and didn't throw any curveball questions. It has definitely helped me to review talking points beforehand and come up with 2-3 questions for the interviewers. Several of the questions they asked me focused on what was most impactful/memorable/salient from my GC shadowing experience, including any specific cases or encounters. Be sure you can succinctly provide tailored answers for why you want to attend that program in particular. If you have the option to stay with host students or attend the social events, I highly encourage it. Good luck!! Edited February 26, 2018 by AJM19 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpmcm0 Posted February 26, 2018 Share Posted February 26, 2018 @Blizzard When is your Bay Path skype interview? I'm wondering if they are starting interviews before giving the rest of us decisions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GCo.Hopeful Posted February 26, 2018 Share Posted February 26, 2018 Has anyone interviewing at VCU received an interview schedule for the day of? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soon2beGC Posted February 27, 2018 Share Posted February 27, 2018 17 hours ago, GCo.Hopeful said: Has anyone interviewing at VCU received an interview schedule for the day of? I received a letter on February 20th that says where the interview will be and other general information, but not a specific schedule. It said that the interview will start at 8:30 am and run until 4-4:30 pm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaryoKid Posted February 27, 2018 Share Posted February 27, 2018 On 2/26/2018 at 11:50 AM, Blizzard said: My first interview is Wednesday. I'm having a mild meltdown I'm so nervous, I feel unprepared. Anyone have advice? People who have already had interviews this cycle what has it been like? Especially anyone who's had an interview at UAB? My Gene Counsel just posted a blog post with GC grad school interview advice from over 20 GCs. I found it to be helpful in preparing for my interviews. The most helpful tip for me, going in with 5 things you want to cover in your interview, kind of like a to-do list. It has helped me talk about a variety of experiences in my answers. http://www.mygenecounsel.com/blog-recent-posts/2018/2/26/advice-for-interviewingranking-genetic-counseling-grad-schools I also interviewed a Sarah Lawrence interviewer (Eleanor Griffith) on her insight into the application process and the interviews. It's a podcast so you can listen on iTunes (DNA Today) or on the website below. http://dnapodcast.com/episodes/2017/11/30/71 KCGC, Lakers1960, FutureGC7 and 5 others 4 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karyotyping Posted February 27, 2018 Share Posted February 27, 2018 BayPath hopefuls, it looks like they're sending out some calls now! jpmcm0 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AspiringGC Posted February 27, 2018 Share Posted February 27, 2018 Anyone else still waiting to hear from CSU? I know rejections and interviews have been sent out. I’m debating emailing them.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blizzard Posted February 27, 2018 Share Posted February 27, 2018 1 hour ago, KaryoKid said: My Gene Counsel just posted a blog post with GC grad school interview advice from over 20 GCs. I found it to be helpful in preparing for my interviews. The most helpful tip for me, going in with 5 things you want to cover in your interview, kind of like a to-do list. It has helped me talk about a variety of experiences in my answers. http://www.mygenecounsel.com/blog-recent-posts/2018/2/26/advice-for-interviewingranking-genetic-counseling-grad-schools I also interviewed a Sarah Lawrence interviewer (Eleanor Griffith) on her insight into the application process and the interviews. It's a podcast so you can listen on iTunes (DNA Today) or on the website below. http://dnapodcast.com/episodes/2017/11/30/71 This is wonderful. THANK YOU! KaryoKid 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJM19 Posted February 27, 2018 Share Posted February 27, 2018 Is anyone writing thank-you notes to program staff after interviews? I feel silly that it didn't cross my mind until now. :/ KaryoKid 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAGC Posted February 27, 2018 Share Posted February 27, 2018 4 minutes ago, AJM19 said: Is anyone writing thank-you notes to program staff after interviews? I feel silly that it didn't cross my mind until now. :/ I think it's a nice touch, but I don't think it'll make or break your application. AJM19 and KaryoKid 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCGC Posted February 27, 2018 Share Posted February 27, 2018 1 hour ago, KaryoKid said: My Gene Counsel just posted a blog post with GC grad school interview advice from over 20 GCs. I found it to be helpful in preparing for my interviews. The most helpful tip for me, going in with 5 things you want to cover in your interview, kind of like a to-do list. It has helped me talk about a variety of experiences in my answers. http://www.mygenecounsel.com/blog-recent-posts/2018/2/26/advice-for-interviewingranking-genetic-counseling-grad-schools I also interviewed a Sarah Lawrence interviewer (Eleanor Griffith) on her insight into the application process and the interviews. It's a podcast so you can listen on iTunes (DNA Today) or on the website below. http://dnapodcast.com/episodes/2017/11/30/71 I was wondering if you were on the forum. I'm super impressed at the fact that you have your own podcast. How did that come about?? Its one of the podcasts I listen to while I'm at work. bB0769 and KaryoKid 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bB0769 Posted February 27, 2018 Share Posted February 27, 2018 2 hours ago, KaryoKid said: My Gene Counsel just posted a blog post with GC grad school interview advice from over 20 GCs. I found it to be helpful in preparing for my interviews. The most helpful tip for me, going in with 5 things you want to cover in your interview, kind of like a to-do list. It has helped me talk about a variety of experiences in my answers. http://www.mygenecounsel.com/blog-recent-posts/2018/2/26/advice-for-interviewingranking-genetic-counseling-grad-schools I also interviewed a Sarah Lawrence interviewer (Eleanor Griffith) on her insight into the application process and the interviews. It's a podcast so you can listen on iTunes (DNA Today) or on the website below. http://dnapodcast.com/episodes/2017/11/30/71 No wayyyy this is Kira?!? That's so exciting. I've been listening to DNA Today for just under a year now. SO helpful to gain insight into the field. KCGC 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LauraCH Posted February 27, 2018 Share Posted February 27, 2018 Hey y'all, for those who haven't heard from USF yet, don't fear just yet. I sent an email to their admissions contact and she emailed me back to say they are still reviewing applications. It's not an assumed rejection at this point! S-M-GC2018 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaryoKid Posted February 27, 2018 Share Posted February 27, 2018 3 hours ago, KCGC said: I was wondering if you were on the forum. I'm super impressed at the fact that you have your own podcast. How did that come about?? Its one of the podcasts I listen to while I'm at work. Thanks! That's so cool you listen! I started a different podcast before this (about the Hunger Games series, lol total nerd here) and once I had a better handle on the tech side of things I started my genetics podcast. It's been so fun having different guests on! LM1994 and bB0769 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaryoKid Posted February 27, 2018 Share Posted February 27, 2018 3 hours ago, AJM19 said: Is anyone writing thank-you notes to program staff after interviews? I feel silly that it didn't cross my mind until now. :/ I have been sending a thank you email to the program director for their time, what I liked about their program specifically and aspects of the interview day. AJM19 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaryoKid Posted February 27, 2018 Share Posted February 27, 2018 Haha 2 hours ago, bB0769 said: No wayyyy this is Kira?!? That's so exciting. I've been listening to DNA Today for just under a year now. SO helpful to gain insight into the field. Haha yup! I'm so excited that you guys listen! Glad the shows are helpful, most episodes have a GC angle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GCDad Posted February 28, 2018 Share Posted February 28, 2018 Friggin' Stanislaus. Whomp, Whomp.... AspiringGC 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CdnGC123 Posted February 28, 2018 Share Posted February 28, 2018 On 2/26/2018 at 8:31 AM, aspiringGC2018 said: For anyone who is invited to interview at Northwestern, have you received your official date yet? I haven't heard yet either! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AspiringGC Posted February 28, 2018 Share Posted February 28, 2018 21 minutes ago, GCDad said: Friggin' Stanislaus. Whomp, Whomp.... Samesies <3 It's okay. I couldn't justify the cost of living there anyway. bryvy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-M-GC2018 Posted February 28, 2018 Share Posted February 28, 2018 Has anyone heard from McGill? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LalaG Posted February 28, 2018 Share Posted February 28, 2018 1 hour ago, S-M-GC2018 said: Has anyone heard from McGill? Nope - my app still says "In Review"; hopefully we'll know soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LalaG Posted February 28, 2018 Share Posted February 28, 2018 (edited) Hey guys, has anyone here been invited to interview for both the MS and PhD in the dual program at VCU? I found out today I was not selected for an interview for the MS portion (I knew, but now it’s official). I’m still going to attend the interview for the PhD, but I wanted to reach out for any advice on how I can improve my application, if I choose to reapply, from those of you who are second time applicants. Thank you!! Edited February 28, 2018 by LalaG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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