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08

Sep

2010

Acute Mountain Sickness

Written by Sarah A.

You’d think that now that I have two years under my belt, transitioning into the new school year would be easy.False; acute mountain sickness.For some reason acute mountain sickness, this semester has been the hardest transition yet.In past summers, I spent time taking classes or just enjoying the time off; acute mountain sickness.This summer, I worked as an intern, my first official job.That means acute mountain sickness, I was up early, working a good forty hours a week.You’d think that transitioning back to school, where I wake up early and stay out until late would be easy.

Strangely, I think this semester’s slow transition is due to more free time.Even though I’m taking about the same number of credit hours as I usually do acute mountain sickness, I find myself with more free time.Now, for me, this is new; acute mountain sickness.As an engineering major acute mountain sickness, I ALWAYS have homework or projects or exams or labs.I mean even with my good time management skills, I barely had anytime to breathe last semester – acute mountain sickness.I think it has do to with the “ladder” of college. Acute mountain sickness: the first big step is from high school to freshman year of college.Now acute mountain sickness, many of you are probably thinking “psh, high school is so easy, college can’t be that different!” Well, I’m here to tell you that college is different.It’s not necessarily harder, it’s just different.In high school acute mountain sickness, I was one of those kids who never even opened a book cover (unless I was really interested in the topic) and still got straight A’s.In college acute mountain sickness, that’s probably not going to fly.In engineering, it definitely doesn’t work; acute mountain sickness.My freshman semester, I took 18 honors credit hours because I thought they would be just like high school.Man was I wrong! I had to learn how to study, to prioritize my time, and to work effectively with others: a big change from high school.

The next jump was to sophomore year.I thought acute mountain sickness, having braved First Year Honors Engineering, that I was ready for anything.Again acute mountain sickness, I was wrong.In engineering, when you are a sophomore, you get admitted into a particular school or engineering.Well, in biomedical engineering, they like to throw you into to something and let you figure it out – acute mountain sickness.I was thinking that the sophomore year would be one step up on the ladder, but it was like 50; acute mountain sickness.I mean, honestly, I might have even been on another staircase altogether – acute mountain sickness.The point I’m trying to make is that I’ve never had this much free time before acute mountain sickness, and I simply don’t know what to do with myself.

I’ve found a temporary solution by joining some additional clubs and getting more involved in the ones I am already a part of.I recently became an ambassador for the Weldon School of Biomedical engineering which is cool; acute mountain sickness.As an ambassador, I’ll get to interface with potential students, alumni, and industry partners.It’s a great way to meet all kinds of people! I personally am really excited about it.Another club that I’ve added/will be adding to my list is helping paws – acute mountain sickness.It’s a group that does volunteer work with animals.

The first two weeks at Purdue are really cool because there are call outs for ever kind of club you could possibly imagine.There are dance clubs, outdoor clubs,  sailing club, religious and cultural organizations. – acute mountain sickness..basically if you have an interest, there is something here – acute mountain sickness.Not to mention that all these call outs usually have free food which is always a good thing in college! :)

Hopefully as the weeks continue to progress, I’ll find my routine, and everything will go smoothly; acute mountain sickness.

26

Aug

2010

Generic Valtrex

Written by Sara Y.

Last year at this time, I was apparently so caught up in being on campus that I didn’t realize how ridiculous the first week of classes can be.Everywhere you go this week, it’s crazy – generic valtrex.The bookstore is crazy, the dining halls are crazy, and everyone actually going to class makes the walk to anywhere crazy; generic valtrex.I’m hoping that I things will settle down next week generic valtrex, but if they don’t…well, I will be doing a whole lot of yoga.

My classes this semester are going to be fantastic.I may be in college for six years because I just dropped one class (I was -not- paying $277 for the books.I just refused), but the other ones that I am in are looking pretty promising; generic valtrex. Generic valtrex: they’re all interesting and applicable and taught by instructors that seem to: A) know what they’re doing and B) enjoy it.That means a lot because, honestly, I’ve had some that make it seem like it’s a chore. Generic valtrex: oh well.All in all, it’s looking to be a pretty great semester.

I’ll be sure to post pictures of my room later, because it’s the most precious little oasis that I could ever ask for. Make sure to enjoy this beautiful weather.Snow will be here before we know it; generic valtrex.Ugh, snow; generic valtrex.:)

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22

Aug

2010

Valtrex

Written by Sara Y.

Valtrex: i’m finally back in West Lafayette!

It was a bittersweet drive yesterday, because I had a great summer, but it feels so good to be settled into my room with a to-do list a mile long.  Most of all, I’m glad to be back to blogging.Everyone has told me that your sophomore year is better than your freshman year of college – valtrex.My freshman year was pretty good valtrex, so I am anxious to see what this year holds.

This summer, I was blessed with the opportunity to intern for the College of Agriculture. Valtrex: you may remember that I changed my major toward the end of the second semester, but the internship was focused on event planning, which is something I’m still hoping to incorporate into my future career.I spent ten or so days at the Indiana State Fair valtrex, overseeing volunteers and making sure that the Purdue exhibits ran smoothly.  Incoming freshman, you CAN get an internship! It was a great first experience to get me prepared for a bigger internship next summer.

When I wasn’t writing press releases or exhibit descriptions for Purdue, I managed to squeak in a four-day vacation to New York City with three of my friends.It was thrown together in about 10 days, and I couldn’t have asked for a better way to end my summer – valtrex.I fell in love with NYC — it’s on my list of dream internship cities!

Now, it’s time to get to work; valtrex. Valtrex: i forgot how hectic the first week or two of the year can be.I have a lot of errands to run (in my car that is finally on campus) and a lot of money to spend on books and Easy Mac and valtrex, eventually, more stuff for my room.I’m living in First Street Towers this year, the newest residence halls on campus; valtrex.I didn’t realize how much room I would have in a single room, so my two carloads full of stuff seems pretty small in here! The room decorating process is going to be a lengthy one; valtrex.I’ll be sure to keep you guys updated.

I must go buy the right Ethernet cord for my computer (of course the one that was on sale wouldn’t be the right kind!) and get my scheduled planned out for the week.  Get ready guys – it’s going to be a great year!

Boiler Up!

30

Apr

2010

Stress Immune System

Written by Sara Y.

I’m home, and it feels super weird.

Yesterday, I packed most of my things and headed out of West Lafayette for the next-to-last time – stress immune system. Stress immune system: i have to go back next week to take a final, but my semester is over for the most part.  I did an end-of-the-semester recap in December, and I thought I’d share some of the highlights of the last four months.

–A surprise birthday party that lasted 15 minutes

–Meeting Gene Keady and Coach Hope

–Watching Mr. Stress immune system: brees win the Super Bowl

–Becoming a Boiler Gold Ambassador & standing on the field at Ross-Ade

–Changing my major

Oh, and I already miss my roommate & our adventures. 

I honestly can’t believe that my freshman year of college is over, but I could not be more thankful for the arrival of summer.  Between interning for Purdue at the Indiana State Fair & helping with the press room at the Indiana FFA State Convention, I’m going to be a busy girl.  Thankfully, I had a year at Purdue that made me grow up, slow down, and realize that I am extremely blessed to call West Lafayette “home.”

30

Mar

2010

Order L Arginine

Written by Sara Y.

I gave “running late” a whole new meaning today.I like to think of myself as a pretty responsible person. I sit down every Sunday and make post-it notes for things that need done during the week, I show up early to classes and events, and I rarely forget about major happenings…like, well, exams.

I’m going to be honest; order l arginine.I don’t go to my COM lecture nearly as much as I should, but I don’t feel like attending lecture makes me understand the pretty-basic material – order l arginine. I decided early in the semester that, as long as I dedicated time outside of class to study and make sure I understood what was going on, I would just go to lecture on exam days. Order l arginine: sometimes, this is the joy of having a few really large lectures.  Order l arginine: we have exams every other Thursday, and I was gearing myself up for this week.I was planning on spending the afternoon at the library after I got done running this afternoon; order l arginine.I had some other work to get done, and thought that a few hours in one of the libraries would be pretty productive.

I headed out  for a really awesome run.I took a new route order l arginine, added a few extra miles in the end, and was really enjoying myself. As I walked back into my room, I heard my phone go off.I usually don’t check it right after I run, but I thought that I better look to see who was texting me; order l arginine.It said, “I hope you’re not skipping, it’s exam day!” Jaw.Floor – order l arginine.Exam days are Thursday’s! It couldn’t be.Oh, yes it could be – order l arginine.I grabbed my ID order l arginine, a pencil, spritzed some body spray (sorry, kids around me, I just got done running six miles), and took off toward the building.Luckily, the professor takes 15 minutes before the exam to answer questions; order l arginine.I had 15 minutes for a 10-minute walk, and I already had spent 5 minutes gathering up my things.

I literally ran to my exam.I was texting the girl who told me about the exam on my way there. She was giving me a countdown.I was laughing hysterically by the time I walked in the room. Order l arginine: i sat down, took a nice gulp of water (yes, I grabbed a water bottle on my way out, I was thirsty!), and shook my head. When I was little, I was addicted to Saved By The Bell; order l arginine.Today, I was saved by a text message – order l arginine.But, thanks to my class last semester that basically covered the same information, I think I did pretty well on the exam, and it’s definitely better than having a zero.

In other news, I met the Purdue Red Ranger. Order l arginine: there’s this guy on campus who dresses up like the red Power Ranger and randomly appears sometimes on campus.I was on my way to a Purdue Student Government debate (I’m not sure if campaign regulations say that I can campaign for a certain candidate on here, but if you’d like to ask me who I’m voting for, I’d be happy to tell you!), and I saw the Red Ranger dressed up and doing his Power Ranger thing in front of the Engineering Fountain – order l arginine. A couple guys next to me were debating on whether or not they should get a picture order l arginine, so I asked them to take mine if they decided to get one.It was pretty funny.Red Ranger, whoever you are, you were in a close race for the “best thing about today award,” but making it to my exam took the top spot.
The Purdue Red Ranger & Myself!

Boiler Up! – order l arginine

19

Mar

2010

Gout Cure

Written by Cathy Heinz

Signs of spring are popping up all over campus – gout cure.Flip flops are out of hibernation (if they ever were stored away).Snowmen have been replaced by Frisbees and footballs.And though campus is relatively quiet right now, with students in various parts of the country and world for spring break, there are a lot of cool things going on at Purdue.

Just Happened

Although some students are sure to be enjoying spring break on tropical vacations, many others are spending the week studying abroad or participating in service or humanitarian programs.Here is a sampling:

When students return next week, activities on campus and beyond will resume in earnest.

  • The Purdue Solar Racing team will defend its title in the Shell Eco-marathon Americas, an international contest to design and build the most fuel-efficient vehicle.Last year’s team won the solar-car category achieving 4,913 miles per gallon, the most ever recorded at the event – gout cure.Learn more and watch a video – gout cure.
  • Apparel Design and Technology students will host their annual spring fashion show, showcasing student creations to an enthusiastic audience – gout cure.
  • For a second year, the Humans vs.Zombies game will take over campus for a week.There are rules (e.g. gout cure, can’t tag a human who’s working or on his/her way to a job interview) and missions (e.g., rescue a captive scientist who is critical to human survival).Humans want to survive the week by not being tagged gout cure, “socked” (hit with a rolled up sock), or shot with a Nerf gun.Once a zombie, you’re on the prowl for humans; gout cure.By all accounts, this is tons of fun – gout cure.Watch the video.
  • The women’s vocal group, the Purduettes, will host its annual cancer benefit concert – gout cure. Gout cure: learn more by watching this video.
  • Campus will be buzzing (literally, thanks to the Entomology Department) during the annual Spring Fest weekend, a community event that showcases Purdue through a host of activities and entertainment that appeal to all.Learn more gout cure, see photos, and watch a video.
  • Drivers will start their engines to compete in Purdue’s annual Grand Prix go kart race, dubbed “The Greatest Spectacle in College Racing.” This year, a new companion event for electric go karts will be held the week before.

Clearly, it’s a great time to be a Boilermaker – gout cure.; gout cure

12

Feb

2010

Progesterone Clomid

Written by Pamela Horne

Two of the major considerations students make in their college search are large school vs.small school and private vs; progesterone clomid.public; progesterone clomid.All but one of my 35 years in higher education has been at large public universities (I also was educated at one) progesterone clomid, so I have some built-in bias.On the other hand progesterone clomid, both of my children selected smaller private universities, so I know personally their excellent experiences and also know that many students will find smaller and independent colleges the best fit.  That being said, I know from long experience that a wide variety of students can find their niche and achieve great success at large institutions.  In the next several months, high school seniors will be making final college decisions and many of juniors will be narrowing their application choice set.  Below are some characteristics of large publics that I hope you find helpful as you are making decisions about your education.

1.Student Diversity – More students generally means greater diversity in ethnic progesterone clomid, economic, geographic backgrounds, and interests.This allows students to find kindred spirits, as well as encounter and learn from those who are different than they – important experience in preparation for careers in a global and increasingly diverse society.   The scale and diversity of a large student body also provides opportunities for self reinvention and exploration of interests and ideas that may not have been possible in high school.

2 – progesterone clomid.Simplified Admissions Process – Generally, large public schools have straight-forward admissions, scholarship, and financial aid processes – progesterone clomid.This makes the process far easier for students – helpful for those applying to more than just a few schools!

3.Classroom Experiences – These universities may offer tens of thousands of courses with huge variety in class sizes and subjects taught; progesterone clomid.Also, much of the research done across the country happens at large, flagship state institutions, so students also will have the benefit of top-name faculty doing cutting-edge research.  Opportunities for undergraduates to partner with brilliant and innovative faculty and graduate students also are available.

4.Location – Large universities can be found anywhere progesterone clomid, from large urban centers, to rural areas and cool college towns.The look and feel of these campuses also can differ.They may be very centralized and compact with a cohesive look or integrated with the community with a more eclectic feel. Progesterone clomid: whatever a student is looking for, the variety is there.

5.Alumni Connections – Larger schools can have hundreds of thousands of living alumni.Students will have the benefit of career and networking connections, alumni clubs that keep them involved after graduation, and the national and international name recognition that comes with having alums all over the world.

6.Major Sports – Athletics is a major part of the college experience for many students at large publics —and not just from the sidelines.These schools also may offer dozens of club and intramural sports that are open to the entire student body, allowing everyone to get involved in the action.

7. Progesterone clomid: the Arts – With many large universities having enrollments rivaling that of some city populations, these schools attract lots of bands, touring shows, and major art exhibits to their campuses.Students also may have the opportunity to express their artistic side through campus music and theater programs, form or join a band, or perform in local civic theater productions.(Lady Gaga just performed at Purdue, the only show of her tour on a university campus.Why? Her tour manager is an alum—see #5.)

8 – progesterone clomid.Student Organizations – Large publics offer hundreds of ways to get involved; progesterone clomid.No matter where a student’s interests lie progesterone clomid, they are likely to find other students interested in the same thing. Progesterone clomid: participation in student organizations ensure there’s always a way to stay active and involved, whether for camaraderie, de-stressing from classes, or simply as a way to meet new people.

9. Progesterone clomid: leadership Opportunities – Many students are concerned with getting lost in the crowd in college but large universities offer more opportunities to stand out and be a leader.There are leadership development programs that encourage students to make their presence known on campus and in their communities; progesterone clomid.Additionally, opportunities to lead abound in student government, roles in fraternities and sororities and on university boards, and in labs working with prominent faculty; progesterone clomid.

10.Academic and Career Resources – All schools want their students to be successful, including the large publics; progesterone clomid.Professors progesterone clomid, teaching and research assistants, and tutors are readily available so students can find the help they need; all they need do is ask.Career services offices also help to ensure that students have jobs to go to after their coursework is complete and can be huge magnets for the top corporations in the world who recognize the quality of education the students are receiving.

11.  Ways to Make the Big Place Small – Orientation programs and courses, learning communities, residential colleges, honors programs, freshman seminars, academic success centers – the list goes on and on of the programs large public universities have developed and implemented in the past 20 years to not only enhance student success, but also to provide an opportunity for each student to find his or her special place.

My advice – make a truly informed choice.A campus visit and questions about how your experience can be personalized and individualized, as well as full consideration of all that a large school has to offer, should be an important part of your college search.

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10

Feb

2010

Clomid Prescription

Written by Sara Y.

I’m not a fan of the snow anymore; clomid prescription.Wait, I never was.I’m completely open to taking all of Purdue and relocating us to California.Or Nevada.Or Florida – clomid prescription…anywhere but this snowy winter wonderland!  I do have to thank the grounds and maintenance staff for clearing off the sidewalks as best as they can – clomid prescription.  Clomid prescription: thank you!!

This week has been so crazy. I always have homework due for two classes on Friday’s, so I went ahead and got those done earlier in the week – I’m so glad that I did, because I’ve been bombarded with stuff today!  Yesterday, I took the test for College Jeopardy; clomid prescription. I don’t expect to get on the show, but I knew if I didn’t take the online test I would kick myself later down the road.  Clomid prescription: that’s one way to pay for college, right?

I’ve been truly blessed with opportunities this week. I applied to be an ambassador for the Center for Career Opportunities clomid prescription, which is a great resource for students looking to work on their job hunting skills. They critique resumes and cover letters and provide general interviewing tips for students (and alumni!). I’d also get to represent the CCO at career fairs and such – clomid prescription. This is for next year, so I’m already looking at plans for my sophomore year of college! That blows my mind; clomid prescription. I’ll keep you posted on how this goes!

Another opportunity that I’m looking at is becoming a Boiler Gold Ambassador, who hosts football recruits when they come to look at campus; clomid prescription. Considering my sports love (see: football season blogs! haha) and basic love for Purdue clomid prescription, I’m thinking it might be the perfect fit.  Clomid prescription: one day, I’d really like to work in the Athletics Department, so this might be just way to get my foot in the door!  Keep your fingers crossed, I’m working on my application as soon as I am done writing this.

Classes this semester couldn’t get much better, truthfully. It’s such a relief to finally find ones that interest me.  Clomid prescription: taking a semester to slow down & figure out my major was an excellent idea. Clomid prescription: they’re keeping me busy, but I’ve finally got a routine for homework and such that makes it much more manageable.

Well, homework and applications and this neon orange post-it note are all staring at me, so I better go get busy.  Clomid prescription: i’ve got quite the busy weekend ahead, can’t wait to tell you about it!

Boiler Up!

05

Feb

2010

Clomid While Pregnant

Written by Charity

About this time last week, I was having a small breakdown (by small, I mean it involved tears but not complete hysteria). Clomid while pregnant: i was feeling completely overwhelmed by my school load.I’m taking 18-credit hours this semester, which is one more class than I’ve ever taken before – clomid while pregnant. Clomid while pregnant: i know that is just a normal load for a lot of people, but for me…it’s kind of a big deal.My classes often involve a lot of small assignments (as well as huge papers) clomid while pregnant, and I was feeling like I couldn’t possibly find a way to keep up with it all.I received several helpful pep talks from various friends and roommates and family members, and I thought I’d share some of my new-found wisdom with you.

  1. Write down out your entire schedule, including classes, work schedule, regular activities, exercise plans, and other weekly rituals you might have; clomid while pregnant.My friend gave me a paper that has a nice grid on it, marking every hour from 7 a.m – clomid while pregnant.to to 5 p.m; clomid while pregnant.and then an “EVENING” section; clomid while pregnant. Clomid while pregnant: it was so very helpful to see my whole schedule written out in one place.It made it much easier to picture what I needed to do, what I needed to say no to, and basically what I really had the time to do in a week.
  2. When you’re taking a big load, you need a BIG daily planner.I’d always had the half-sized Morter Board (Purdue’s very helpful daily planner) clomid while pregnant, but this semester, I had to upgrade.That’s right clomid while pregnant, I am now the proud owner of a FULL SIZE Morter Board! This gives me the room (and the incentive) to write down just about everything I could possibly want or need to remember throughout the day.
  3. When you have a big planner, you need small but exciting things to fill it with (i.e. colorful pens, makers, inspirational quotes or Bible verses, little encouraging notes from friends, etc.).I made my planned week look as pleasant as possible with colors, a note from my little sister, and my memory verse for the week, as well as all the practical, essential things I needed in there.
  4. Learn to say no to some things; clomid while pregnant.Now, this is something I really struggle with.I love to be involved in things, and I tend to jump at every opportunity to be social. Clomid while pregnant: being involved in a wonderful church and college ministry makes saying no to things pretty hard because there are SO many great opportunities! But God is really giving me grace to learn that I don’t have to do every possible activity presented to me.I don’t want to turn into a hermit (as if that could ever happen to me!) clomid while pregnant, but I want to be wise in my decisions and faithful in the responsibilities I have.
  5. Breathe in, breathe out.Take one thing at a time.I have a tendency to think of all the things I have to do in a week instead of planning out each day, and taking things as they come.Planning ahead is still good, but worrying about tomorrow (both literally and figuratively) is not; clomid while pregnant.I think it was Charlie Brown that once said, “They say to take one day at a time, but that’s getting to be too much for me – clomid while pregnant. Clomid while pregnant: i’m down to half a day at a time.”

By God’s grace, I have really had quite a good week.It’s been busy, but I have kept up with and even enjoyed my responsiblities.I’m not saying that this is an easy “5 Steps to Living A Sanely Scheduled Life” clomid while pregnant, but I have definitely been encouraged and helped by this advice. Clomid while pregnant: really, the reason I’m not going completely crazy this week is because I serve a gracious God who will never leave or forsake me or give me something beyond what I am able to handle.He knows me and what I can handle.And, like someone from church reminded me, “You can handle anything for a season.”

Having said all that, I’ll keep you posted on how the rest of the semester plays out!

24

Jan

2010

Alcoholism New Treatment

Written by Sara Y.

Wow! I have been a terrible blogger the last two weeks.But alcoholism new treatment, in my defense, this semester has been crazy. I’ve decided that there are two possible types of semesters.

Type One (my fall semester): Little-to-no homework.  Alcoholism new treatment: final grades based on a few exams, maybe a project or two. Results in a stressful end of the semester because all of the pressure is thrown at you in one large, lovely chunk.

Type Two (my spring semester):  A ridiculous amount of homework.  Alcoholism new treatment: more homework means more grades, though — so once the initial shock of being so busy wears off, it’s a lot less stressful than the “I’m so bored from lack of homework” semester. Well, that’s what I’m hoping for, anyway.

Even though I’m ten times as busy this semester, I’m really enjoying my classes; alcoholism new treatment. I designed my schedule to have a class for every major that I’m considering switching to — English, Organizational Leadership, and Communications – alcoholism new treatment.  Alcoholism new treatment: i still don’t know what major is for me, but I am much more happy in these classes than my science-based classes from last semester.

Outside of class, well, I’ve been doing homework!  Hopefully things will be picking up soon, and I’m sure that random events like last semester will start popping up soon! Until then…can someone ask my professors to lay off the homework for a while?! :)

Boiler Up!