Episode 37: "I love my sleep! VICTORY KNIGHT, Victoria Menendez
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Episode 37: "I love my sleep! VICTORY KNIGHT, Victoria Menendez
Oct 23, 2024 Season 2 Episode 37
Purdue Veterinary Medicine

Summary 

In this episode, host Celestial Seraph interviews veterinary student Victory Knight, who shares her experiences and challenges in veterinary school. They discuss the academic pressures, personal growth, and the importance of self-care and time management. Victory Knight reflects on her journey, including her involvement in clubs, study strategies, and the significance of balancing academic and personal life. She emphasizes the need for students to be kind to themselves and not strive for perfection amidst the rigorous demands of veterinary education.

Keywords veterinary medicine, veterinary school, student life, academic challenges, personal growth, study strategies, veterinary education, mental health, time management, veterinary community

Takeaways

  • Victory Knight is currently in her ninth week of veterinary school.
  • She has been managing multiple exams and is satisfied with her scores.
  • Involvement in clubs has provided networking opportunities and hands-on experiences.
  • Time management is crucial, especially with gym and study schedules.
  • Victory Knight enjoys anatomy and finds it essential for her future career.
  • She has been using ChatGPT for creating practice tests.
  • Personal care, including sleep and meal prep, is a priority for her.
  • She aims to enjoy the upcoming holidays while managing her studies.
  • Victory Knight's biggest win has been passing her exams successfully.
  • She advises students to avoid perfectionism and focus on learning.

Chapters

00:00 Journey Through Veterinary School: An Overview

03:02 Clubs and Networking Opportunities

06:09 Balancing Academics and Personal Life

08:54 Reflections on Learning and Growth