Show Notes:

Summary

In this episode, Victoria Menendez interviews Ivanna Marroquin about her experiences in veterinary school as she approaches the end of her first year. They discuss the challenges of finals, study habits, personal care, and future plans for the summer, including a teaching assistant position and a trip to visit family. Ivanna shares her insights on managing stress, maintaining well-being, and preparing for the next academic year.

Keywords VetaHumanz, veterinary school, finals, study habits, personal care, summer plans, veterinary medicine, student life, academic challenges, mental health, veterinary education

Takeaways

• Ivanna is nearing the end of her first year in veterinary school.
• Finals are approaching, and she feels a mix of stress and excitement.
• Immunology and physiology are her biggest academic challenges this semester.
• She is adapting her study habits, including using Anki for spaced repetition.
• Personal care is important, but sleep has been sacrificed during finals.
• Ivanna took a break by going to the movies, which helped her recharge.
• She plans to be a TA for a summer program that helps undergraduates prepare for vet school.
• The summer program offers insights into veterinary education and clinical experience.
• Ivanna is excited to visit her grandpa in Florida after the semester ends.
• She aims to return to her second year with confidence and a solid understanding of the material.

Chapters

00:00 Journey Through Veterinary School

04:13 Facing Challenges and Study Strategies

09:14 Balancing Personal Care and Academics

12:29 Future Aspirations and Summer Plans