college student – HELLO IT'S RENA

July 7, 2020 helloitsrena 2020, adulting

Apartment How To Part 2: The Walkthrough

This is Part 2 of a series on apartment how-to's. Part 1 focuses on what to consider when searching for a rental property and questions to ask. Part 3 focuses on furnishing the rental when moving in. After finding some suitable rental properties, it's time for touring and inspections. Bring a phone to document anything … Continue reading Apartment How To Part 2: The Walkthrough

December 26, 2019November 28, 2020 helloitsrena 2019, Medicine, Pre-Med

The Medical School Application Timeline

Before reading this, remember that everyone's journey to medical school is different. Don't feel pressured to apply because everyone else is doing it or because it's when you're "supposed to". Apply when you feel ready. However, once you decide to start the application cycle for that year, it's a commitment. Crafting the perfect personal statement, … Continue reading The Medical School Application Timeline

Hey y’all, I’m Rena and this is my blog! I’m currently living the dream as a second year medical student. Despite having been in several pre-med organizations, I wasn’t blessed with the best mentors and advisors throughout my journey to get where I am today.

Looking back, there was so much I wish I had known. Because of this, I’d like to be there for others who are in need of a little guidance from school things to adulting things. Hopefully you can learn from my experiences to save yourself time and money.

Aside from med school musings, I also dabble in sharing food, travel, and general life thoughts. I hope being here is as helpful for you as writing it is for me. Cheers!