Alas Medicine!
After I completed my JAMB exam in 2020, I received an excellent score, and my aggregate score was perfect. I was eagerly waiting for my admission into my dream course, which was Medicine and Surgery. However, I was disappointed when I received my admission letter and found out that my course had been changed to Anatomy instead of Medical Science.
Despite the change, I accepted the admission and began my studies. During my first year (100 level), I decided to write another JAMB exam because I wanted to pursue my dream career. While many of my classmates were busy buying application forms to switch to different departments, I chose to follow my own path. I relied on my self-inspiration and determination, staying focused on my goals without being influenced by others.
While others were reading just to pass their semester exams, I was actually reading to pass my semester exam and also to deepen my understanding of the field. I immersed myself in textbooks, research papers, and online resources, craving knowledge beyond the curriculum. My passion for medicine grew stronger every day, and I envisioned myself in a white coat, making a difference in people’s lives.
I immersed myself in deep readings, trying also to go and write JAMB that same year. I was willing to write JAMB while also preparing for my semester exams, determined to excel. I attended night classes, rarely slept during the day; my life then revolved entirely around studying. It was a sacrifice I was willing to make, and finally, it paid off.
I never thought of putting this into a story, but today, I am motivated to share it. I am currently in Medicine, now in my 300 level, and God has truly been gracious so far. I used my 100 level experience during the Anatomy course to help me through my critical times in 100 level, drawing strength and lessons from those challenges.
Despite the change, I accepted the admission and began my studies. During my first year (100 level), I decided to write another JAMB exam because I wanted to pursue my dream career. While many of my classmates were busy buying application forms to switch to different departments, I chose to follow my own path. I relied on my self-inspiration and determination, staying focused on my goals without being influenced by others.
While others were reading just to pass their semester exams, I was actually reading to pass my semester exam and also to deepen my understanding of the field. I immersed myself in textbooks, research papers, and online resources, craving knowledge beyond the curriculum. My passion for medicine grew stronger every day, and I envisioned myself in a white coat, making a difference in people’s lives.
I immersed myself in deep readings, trying also to go and write JAMB that same year. I was willing to write JAMB while also preparing for my semester exams, determined to excel. I attended night classes, rarely slept during the day; my life then revolved entirely around studying. It was a sacrifice I was willing to make, and finally, it paid off.
I never thought of putting this into a story, but today, I am motivated to share it. I am currently in Medicine, now in my 300 level, and God has truly been gracious so far. I used my 100 level experience during the Anatomy course to help me through my critical times in 100 level, drawing strength and lessons from those challenges.
