Study Session Reflections and Plans

Mar 19, 2025

Lecture Notes: Study with Me Session

Introduction

  • Technical difficulties led to a late start (15 minutes).
  • Apologies for multiple videos uploaded due to errors.
  • Speaker setup: Ultimate Ears Wonderboom speaker, JBL underboob speaker, iPad 12.9 inch (2021) with Apple Pencil.

Awareness of Current Events

  • Discussion on rising Asian-American violence and brutality in the US.
  • Importance of community awareness and support for equality.
  • Encouragement to follow related discussions on social media.

Study Plan

  • Study duration: 50 minutes with 15-minute breaks.
  • Today's focus:
    • Writing applications for summer lab research positions.
    • Preparing for the MCAT.
  • Use of alarms to manage time.

Study Session Structure

  • First study session:
    • Studying for 50 minutes starting at 8:12 PM (Korean time).
  • First break:
    • Break at 8:30 PM, discussions about school life, major (neuroscience), and study techniques.
    • Questions about personal life and choices (diet, sleep schedule, hobbies).

Interaction with Viewers

  • Engaged with viewers, answering questions throughout the breaks.
  • Discussed personal experiences:
    • Thoughts on private school benefits (small class sizes).
    • Personal study habits (note-taking, time management).

Research and Future Plans

  • Pre-med student discussing fellowship applications necessary for conducting research.
  • Plans to start MCAT preparation soon.

Personal Insights

  • Reflections on college life, family dynamics, and aspirations in neurosurgery.
  • Emphasis on the importance of mental health and meaningful relationships over superficial goals.
  • Experiences with modeling, personal interests, and future career goals.

Final Thoughts

  • Conclusion of the study session due to time constraints.
  • Importance of maintaining a balance between studies and personal well-being.
  • Encouragement for participants to continue studying and a promise to conduct another session soon.