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Can anybody give me any info on the bridge program??

I'm currently getting my MA, AAS but plan on applying for the bridge program right after graduation. How competitive is it? I've heard it's just as competitive as the RN Program then again, I've heard that the bridge program is easier to get into?? If you've done the bridge program, what was it like for you?

Just looking for insight on the program. I'm getting closer to graduation and just anxious to learn more about the program, but from someone who's personally experienced it. Not from faculty that is going to up-play the program. Is it worth it? Aside from the money, did it make a difference in work load or at work at all?

I know the use of AI is frowned upon in some classes. I use it to fix grammar mistakes and to fix my wording to sound more professional or smart. But, i've learned that some of these apps (like grammarly) still set off AI, even if you tweak with things or only use it for specific wording. How can i avoid that? I've checked my assignment for AI through 2 sites and got the green for being human. i used a free demo of turnitin and it said it was all AI, which it was not. I've tried using different words and switching different things but it still throws it off. This is for a psych paper, essay for my midterm. I need help lol.

I checked my account today and aid/grants have finally posted for fall, putting my account in the negative (thank you, Jesus). BUT, the statements they sent out from before aid/grants were posted are still showing up as current. Will those go away as the system refreshes?

Context; I (32F) am a full time nursing student and full time sahm. My husband (34M) works full time for the city, wastewater to be exact. We have 3 children (8F, 3F, 2M). We have no support system besides my Mom, who lives with us, but is not stable enough to handle all 3 kids by herself. (There's a backstory to that. Save it for another day cuz it is A LOT to unpack.)

For the last 5 years, my husband has allowed me to stay home and be a mother to our children, though I was pregnant for most of it. I've worked three jobs. I went back to my old job for about 6 months until I found out I was pregnant with our middle (Assistant Manager at a convenience store) and did home health while I was pregnant. Throughout my last pregnancy, I worked as an evening custodian at my kids' doctors office. Both babies pregnancies were high risk and both were born early and were nicu babies. Since the babies have been born, I've only been a sahm.

My husband works a good job and makes good money. His income has paid the mortgage, bills, and then some. But, with recent inflation and gas prices going up, I can see where we're starting to struggle a little bit. I don't mind the struggle. I've lived it my whole life. But, I like to have money when we need something. Living paycheck to paycheck is getting old. A little extra income would make a big difference, even if it is only a few hundred dollars here and there.

I've mentioned getting a job a few times recently. I've looked for jobs and found several that would fit our lifestyle. I may have to sacrifice a little bit of sleep but, that's a sacrifice that I'm willing to make. For instance, we live really close to a mall and the stores are hiring for night stock - only 4-5 hours a night for 4-5 days a week at $13/hr or a night stock shift at the local grocery store which is also right down the street for $16/hr. I've been told by the manager there that the work never lasts the whole shift and that I could work on schoolwork for the last 2 hours of my shift if I wanted.

Both of those jobs I could swing, easily. The pay would equal up to our mortgage payment every month (almost). That's extra income that we could really use. He only gets paid biweekly and both of those jobs are weekly pay, with benefits and discounts- it would be more steady income. All of my classes are online until January, meaning that school wouldn't interfere and I wouldn't let work interfere with my classes. Even in January, my class for in-person is only from 1 to 245 pm 2 days a week until March. I think it'd work.

Husband says his reasoning behind not allowing me to work is because he's worried about stress and school. He says I am NOT allowed to work while going to school. Our kids already stress me out (that's a given). I take care of the house. I cook and clean, take the kids to their appointments and to and from school. I should probably also mention that I have mild recurring MS. He doesn't want me to overwork myself, stress myself out, or make myself sick. I completely understand where he's coming from. But, this is all stuff that I'm willing to do and sacrifice. I WANT to work. I WANT to provide, just like he does. Sometimes I feel like it's an ego trip but I think that's the independent woman in me that's been rattling the cage, ready to be let out.

What I'm wanting is some insight and opinions. How can I approach him in a way that he may consider allowing me to work? I've done the math and laid it out, that wasn't enough. What would you do? How would you approach this situation? Any and all opinions are appreciated!

Currently in the MA program but plan on applying for ASN after graduation.

Has anyone gotten in with a C in APHY101?

My current APHY101 grade is a C, 102 is a B. Am I going to have to retake the course? It won't bother me if so, I know I will do better the second time around. I also know that the program is super competitive and grades are important. But don't want to retake it if I absolutely don't have to. I have a good GPA, if that matters.

Did anybody get their letters today?! I did not. Patiently waiting for next round. Just want to celebrate with the ones who did!🎉

is anyone else having trouble with their grades showing up? I've done 3 assignments today through McGraw Hill and they weren't auto graded like usual...they never showed up in my grades anyways. Does anybody know why or is anyone having the same problem?

I just did my course evals for Spring. I had amazing instructors! But i couldn't help but notice that the comments box for our instructors isn't there anymore. But there is a comment box for Ivy Tech school... why is that?