By Sahiti Bhyravavajhala, former Health Professions Peer Ambassador

When I first walked onto the bustling UConn campus as a petrified sophomore (thank you COVID), I felt immensely lost. With so many organizations and causes to be involved with, I did not even know where to start. Knowing I had the goal of becoming a doctor in mind, I struggled with the thought of balancing my other passions with my pre-medical ones. The pressure of fitting into the mold of the stereotypical, perfect pre-medical college student who juggled 50 clubs and was the president of half of them whilst taking 21 credits and publishing journal articles weighed upon me. I wanted to do it all, but in the sprawling streets of UConn’s campus, I felt small and had no idea where to begin.

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By Ty Zaccagnini, Senior Health Professions Peer Ambassador

It may not be today, tomorrow, or even in the next year, but there will be a time in your academic or professional career, where you will experience a phenomenon commonly referred to as “burnout.” Burnout is a dreaded state of complete mental, physical, and emotional exhaustion, and studies show that over 58% of physicians often have feelings of burnout. It can negatively affect your relationships, make you dread going into work or completing tasks in school, and lead to an overall sense of dissatisfaction and demotivation. So, what can be done to help lessen the likelihood of you experiencing burnout while in school?

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By Genesis Rosario, Health Professions Peer Ambassador

I felt clueless when looking at a syllabus for the FIRST time. 

I felt nervous while finding my niche at UConn.

Do you feel these ways too? If so, I’d like to introduce myself.

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By Nour Al Zouabi, Health Professions Peer Ambassador

Deciding when to apply to medical school can be a daunting task, but it is important to remember that the timing of your application should not be the source of stress in your life. Instead, focus on building a strong application and making sure you are well-prepared for the medical school admissions process.

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