Summer session ended. It was alright, but could have been more productive since our schedule wasn't that hard but it was still stretched to 8 weeks. But the new curriculum is an ongoing process so they'll make changes next year I'm sure.
Also, school started up again (after a 3 week break) this Monday. It's going to be a busy semester, but in a very different way than my 1st semester was busy. This semester, we are basically 8am-5pm every day except Friday, where we end at 2pm. Half of our classes, if not more, are clinic or pre-clinic which means much less "homework" and studying. However, with such a packed schedule, the days don't feel much shorter than they did before. I'm sure I'll be in my groove in a couple of weeks and it will all be fine. I truly am excited to start doing more dental things, that part is great!
As far as the Air Force, I sent in a reimbursement for health insurance and my NBDE registration. The health insurance went through fine last year, so I don't expect any bumps this time. However, I've never done an NBDE reimbursement (obviously...) so this one is new. I'll be sure to let you all know once that finally comes through.
Well that's about it for now... I didn't get very in-depth with anything, I know, but right now we are just getting the wheels turning so I'm sure I'll have more to say in a couple weeks.
Oh, as it turns out, the Air Force recently altered their fitness requirements. You can see them here: http://www.au.af.mil/au/holmcenter/OTS/documents/SCORECHARTS_AFI10-248.pdf
As always, feel free to email me with questions or hit me up on twitter!
Hey man, im on the 3 year HPSP and I just started 2nd year yesterday (August 29th). I understand that stipend comes on the 1st and 15th of the month so am I to expect my first payment Sept 1st? Is it usually on time? Thanks in advance!
ReplyDeleteSorry this is a few days late, crazy week! Yes, mine has always been direct deposited on the 1st and 15th without fail. The only times it might come EARLY is if the 1st or 15th falls on a weekend or federal holiday. Then you will get it on the closest previous business day. Since you started on the 29th, your first stipend will (or should) only be for a couple of days, so it won't be much. By now though, you should have already received it since it's the 3rd. Congrats on the scholarship!
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