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User uses simulation mindset to cope with societal pressures. Believes societal structures dictate traditional life paths. Initially skeptical of gap years, now sees them as beneficial for personal growth and career clarity. Advocates for planned, intentional gap years, not lazy breaks. Suggests setting personalized goals, financial planning, and exploring opportunities like overseas service or programs like Semester at Sea. Believes gap years could become norm, advises making choices based on personal goals and philosophy.
Iptacopan significantly reduced proteinuria in IgA nephropathy patients in APPLAUSE-IgAN study, confirming clinical benefit of alternative pathway inhibition. Interim analysis showed 38.3% lower urinary protein-to-creatinine ratio (UPCR) with iptacopan than placebo by month 9. Significant changes from baseline in complement pathway biomarkers were consistent with selective alternative pathway inhibition. Iptacopan, granted accelerated FDA approval in August 2024, is the first complement inhibitor indicated to reduce proteinuria in adults with IgA nephropathy at risk of rapid progression. Further data on estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) is anticipated at 2025 trial completion for ‘traditional approval
Jess Meikle and family embark on indefinite Australian caravan trip, inspired by YouTube. Kids, out of mainstream education, learn daily. Experts suggest no best age for extended trips, but warn of risks from year 5 to 9. Young kids may not benefit from experiential learning. Selling Brisbane home funded trip. Risks include lost learning, lower self-esteem, difficulty re-engaging with peers, lost relationships. Parents should consider child’s risk factors before removing from school. Medium-length trips present biggest challenge. Parents advised to consult state and school policy before trip.
Denmark’s Crown Prince Christian celebrates 19th birthday in East Africa during gap year. Parents, Queen Mary and King Frederik, share birthday wishes on Instagram. Prince involved in daily farm operations, gaining insight into local nature protection. Expected to return to Denmark in December. First in line to throne after Queen Margrethe’s 52-year reign ended.
Gap year between high school and college offers real-world experiences and personal growth. Academized.com aids students with academic responsibilities during this period. Planning involves defining goals, budgeting, choosing destinations, securing documentation, considering health and safety, and maintaining connections. Gap year fosters personal growth, cultural awareness, and valuable skills. Challenges faced during this period contribute to growth and resilience.
Northwestern students Aizenberg, Florsheim, and Krulewitz took gap years for personal growth and life experiences. Aizenberg explored the world, Florsheim focused on mental health and surfing, and Krulewitz interned and traveled. All returned to school with renewed purpose and motivation.
Single mother offers to fund daughters’ education without loans, provided they share grades and avoid gap years. One daughter, Alice, insists on gap year to relax, mother refuses to fund her education afterwards. Alice, after unproductive gap year, expects mother to pay for college, is denied. Mother feels this will teach Alice responsibility. Reddit users debate validity of gap year and Alice’s motivation.
Increasing students opt for gap year post-graduation. Offers unique opportunity.
Reapplying 2025-2026 cycle, recent MCAT score received, needs school list help. cGPA: 3.746, sGPA: 3.5. MCAT scores: 520 (08/2024), 503 (01/2023), 508 (08/2022). Residence: MI. ORM (south asian female). Undergrad: University of Michigan.