The PA Process

In this episode of The PA Process, we are joined by Menerva Lobe, a third-year PA student at The University of Utah PA program, AAPA student academy representative, and member on the leadership committee at AAPA student academy. With everything going on in the black community right now, this is a much-needed conversation. We talk about everything from dealing with racism as a PA student to strategies for overcoming barriers to the diversification of the PA profession, and so much more. My favorite quote from Menerva is “microaggressions, microinvalidations, and microinsults cut so much deeper because they tear the fibers of who you are as a person.” Trust me, you do not want to miss out on this episode! Disclaimer: Menerva's viewpoints represent her own and do not represent the University of Utah, the PA program, or AAPA.

No matter where you are in the PA process, trust me, this episode is a must-hear. My special guest, Daytheon Sturges, answers some of your most asked questions related to the PA process. What is the admission committee looking for in an applicant? Should I mention my low GPA in my personal statement? What are the common mistakes applicants make on their application and in the interview? How can I overcome imposter syndrome? And SO MUCH MORE........ Daytheon Sturges has been a PA for 12 years, he is an assistant professor at the University of Washington PA program, chair of the Diversity and Inclusion Mission Advancement Commission for PAEA, and the Cultural Perspectives Feature Editor for the Journal of PA education. Disclaimer: This interview reflects Daytheon's personal views and does not represent the views of the University of Washington or PAEA.

Are you interested in learning tips and strategies to improve your test-taking abilities? Do you suffer from test anxiety? Have you been labeled a "bad test taker." Well listeners, Dr. Rosh, from the well-known Rosh Review, is my guest host on this episode. We are talking about everything from overcoming the "illusion of knowing" to overcoming adversities. Trust me, no matter where you are in The PA Process, this is not an episode you want to miss.

Wondering how you're going to pay for PA school? Are you interested in applying for the NHSC scholarship? Want access to inside information from a scholarship recipient? Check out this episode of “The PA Process” where I interview Rayena, a first-year PA student at Duke University and a 2019 NHSC Scholarship Recipient.

CASPA opens April 30, 2020. If you are applying to PA school this cycle, this episode is a MUST listen. I'm giving you tips to make sure you are prepared once the cycle opens. The key to success is adequate preparation. Now ask yourself, are you ready?

Let's be honest, no one likes rejection. However, I challenge you to not let a PA school rejection be the end of your journey. Like the songwriter, Aaliyah said, if first you don't succeed, dust yourself off and try again. Check out this episode, where I discuss how I overcame rejection.

Did you get placed on the wait list? Well, you are not alone. It happened to me too! Tune in for recommendations for overcoming the wait list.

Congrats on receiving multiple PA school acceptances. Need help deciding which PA program is the one for you? Check out this episode of The PA Process, where I discuss how I decided between four amazing PA programs. If you have questions, comments, or stories, you can reach me at the following: Email: jess_the_pa@yahoo.com Instagram: @jess_the_PA Twitter: @jess_the_PA

Do you have an upcoming interview? Are you nervous about some of your application deficiencies? This episode discusses everything from what to wear to the interview to how to answer tough interview questions. Be sure to tune in!! If you have questions, comments, or stories, you can reach me at the following: Email: jess_the_pa@yahoo.com Instagram: @jess_the_PA Twitter: @jess_the_PA

Are supplemental applications getting the best of you? Need a little motivation or some fresh ideas? Tune in to this week's episode of The PA Process. If you have questions, comments, or stories, you can reach me at the following: Email: jess_the_pa@yahoo.com Instagram: @jess_the_PA Twitter: @jess_the_PA

Are you overwhelmed at navigating CASPA and completing PA school Prerequisites? Well, tune in to this week's episode of The PA Process for tips on how to complete these requirements. See below for the website referenced in the episode: http://paprogramsearch.com/search/ If you have questions, comments, or stories, you can reach me at the following: Email: jess_the_pa@yahoo.com Instagram: @jess_the_PA Twitter: @jess_the_PA

Applying to Physician Assistant school stressing you out, trust me, you are not alone. Today's icebreaker episode will give you insight into how I got on my journey to becoming a PA. If you think I had it easy, think again. So, if I can get into PA school, you can too! If you have questions, comments, or stories, you can reach me at the following: Email: jess_the_pa@yahoo.com Instagram: @jess_the_PA Twitter: @jess_the_PA