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VetaHumanz Live!
Episode 43: "It's getting rough out here." IVANNASAURUS, Ivanna Marroquin
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Summary
In this episode, host Victoria Menendez speaks with Ivanna Marroquin, a veterinary student, about her experiences in veterinary school, the challenges she faces, and her strategies for managing her studies and personal life. They discuss the importance of self-care, the excitement of hands-on learning with large animals, and the camaraderie among students during tough times. Ivanna shares her goals for the upcoming month and offers encouragement to fellow students.
Keywords veterinary medicine, student life, academic challenges, self-care, personal growth, veterinary skills, exams, study strategies, large animal handling, VetaHumanz
Takeaways
· Ivanna is currently in week 14 of her veterinary program.
· She has been focusing on studying and managing multiple exams.
· Ivanna has improved her assignment submission habits.
· Going to the gym has been a challenge due to time constraints.
· Rewatching lectures has helped her understand complex topics better.
· She enjoys working with large animals and finds it rewarding.
· The OSCE exam will test her practical veterinary skills.
· Participating in the equine club has provided valuable hands-on experience.
· Self-care is important, and Ivanna is working on meal prepping and sleep.
· Ivanna aims to study gradually for finals instead of cramming.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Veterinary Journey
02:40 Challenges of Veterinary School
05:51 Study Strategies and Academic Growth
08:49 Hands-On Experience with Large Animals
11:47 Personal Care and Balancing Life
12:52 Goals for the Upcoming Month