It shouldn't have been a surprise since I am from the NW. Describe the process and the steps you took to come to that decision. Review of Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific Interview Feedback. | I was asked this question too, "Tell me about a time you used an innovative solution to solve a problem." | Report Response, "They really seemed like they wanted you to do well and wanted to get to know you." More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Name a time when you had to use innovation to solve a problem." More from this Member More from this Member Overall, I was more impressed with Western after this experience, although I still have reservations about its location and small size." | Report Response All in all, I could really see myself at this school." | Report Response, "prepare for a role playing session as well as a scenario question. More from this Member Who is taking the COVID-19 Shot? | I was asked this question too, "Why Osteopathic Medicine?" | I was asked this question too, "Tell us about a time you worked with a strong-willed person." | Report Response, "Lunch isn't super exciting since there is no cafeteria, sandwiches/chips/fruits. More from this Member More from this Member They also had a second group come while we were there and we covered financial aid etc.. together. " I felt prepared for the interview and the entire orientation process." | Report Response More from this Member More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Anything else you'd like to tell us about yourself." More from this Member I dont want to spoil all of the fun, but they ask you to read a scenario and then pick the best response to a "patient's" question from a list of 4 or 5 options" | Report Response JavaScript is disabled. | I was asked this question too, "Tell us about a situation you wish you had handled differently." More from this Member Interview. More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Where do you see Osteopathy in 10 years?" Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. | Report Response, "SDN" More from this Member More from this Member My interview was definitely the most enjoyable part of the day." It also boasts separate treatment rooms for more specialized . | Report Response, "Placing interviewers' names and titles on interviewee packet would be helpful." This brightly lit facility is modern and conducive to patient-centered care. More from this Member Forums CommunitiesPre-MedMedicalResidentAudiologyDentalOptometryPharmacyPhysical TherapyPodiatryPsychologyRehab SciVeterinary What's newTrendingNew postsLatest activity SupportAccount HelpConfidential Advising Vision, Values and Policies Resources | Report Response, "Everyone that I met was so nice. More from this Member More from this Member ATTENTION: Join us for Presidents Preview, an on-campus, open house program for rising seniors and their parents/guardians on Feb. 20. More from this Member | Report Response | Report Response, "Western's interview day was extremely well-organized. | Report Response, "Had an interview before this one which helped. | Report Response More from this Member | Report Response | Report Response I applied through college or university. More from this Member More from this Member The ones we had were unenthusiastic and uninformative." Glassdoor users rated their interview experience at. According to astudent, 90% of class pass a mock board exam in their second year." | Report Response, "Great interview process!" Pomona was not that bad, in my opinion - certainly not as ghetto as I was thinking it would be. Received notification of app received on 5:06 pm. More from this Member | Report Response, "The fact that 2/3 of classes are live streamed from the Pomona campus. More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response Hi there. | Report Response The Western U/COMP interview is a 3 person panel interview: a physician, faculty member, staff member, or a student. More from this Member It really is a great interviewing experience, no weird/extremely difficult questions.. the interviewers were great! This would be my 9th interview this cycle so I'm just kinda tired of interviewing. +1-888-675-2083. I applied online. I had written the "why us" answers differently for each school. Interview process took about one hour. I can't imagine feeling depressed/ unhappy during the winter when the weather is sunny and warm." Job specializations: Sales. | I was asked this question too, "Tell us about a time when you had competing priorities" | I was asked this question too, "Discuss how you have overcome struggles in your life and what lessons you have learned/strengths you have gained." Read and practiced questions online, read general MMI strategy, thoroughly reviewed by primary and secondary apps." More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "What do you do to decompress?" More from this Member | Report Response, "I looked up practice questions and looked at the news about current medical related news, whether it be controversies or new research." | Report Response, "The location..i hate Pomona" | I was asked this question too, "All about the same" | I was asked this question too, "Tell us about an instance where you had to work in a tense group environment." | Report Response | Report Response | Report Response, "How relaxed the interview process was" What do you consider to be one of your greatest professional achievements ? | I was asked this question too, "Tell us about a decision you made that you regret, and how would you change it. " | Report Response, "Looked over questions posted on this website and other questions posted on other websites dealing with veterinary interviews." I didn't perform well is just because it is my first interview for a part-time job, I applied online. They made the interview completely relaxing and even fun. Cons Tight work environment. Campus tours are available at both the Pomona Campus and Lebanon Campus. | Report Response, "SDN, practiced my answers" | Report Response, "Perhaps hold the interviews earlier in the day to alleviate stress." Why would you want to go to school in a small town?" | I was asked this question too, "A time when you had to manage competing priorities." | Report Response, "The bus tour on interview day was amazing, I was really impressed with the local area." | Report Response I was not sure if there was a system glitch or if something else was going on." | Report Response, "very disorganized interview process and day." More from this Member | Report Response snowflakes, 01.03.14. PBL and absolutely no lectures or structure work for some people, but not for me. For the secondary questions, when it says shadow/observe can you use your primary care doctor as someone you observed? | I was asked this question too, "Describe a time that you innovated to solve a problem. If you are into the outdoor life style it would be a great place to be." | Report Response | Report Response, "That I shouldn't be so nervous and stressed about the interviewIt was sooo laid back!" Trying to squeeze in the tour between the traditional interview and the MMI." | I was asked this question too, "Sorry, I can't rememeber any specific questions." | I was asked this question too, "What are your strengths and weaknesses?" More from this Member | Report Response, "The last activity I did was so boring! | I was asked this question too, "At what point did you know you wanted to become a doctor?" Vote 1 1 comment Best Add a Comment | Report Response | Report Response, "The cost of tuition and living" Suppose it was mandated by your school and you still had reservations about it. | Report Response More from this Member | Report Response "Please schedule the campus tour after both the traditional interview and MMI. | I was asked this question too, "Describe a time when you had a conflict with someone and how you resolved it." | Report Response I hear that their are cute areas nearby, though, and I believe it. The 3 Month (100 Day) MCAT Study Schedule Guide: 2022 Edition. More from this Member | Report Response Also, the student Q&A session - it was 3-4 applicants on 2-3 students. It was an odd question because to me if I didn't want to be a doctor, I wouldn't have spent the time going through the stress of applications." | Report Response, "More about the area" | I was asked this question too, "Your from a large city. More from this Member I did not get mine until three days before I was supposed to be there..and that was after I called twice about it!" The counselor I talked to said he thinks since today's the first wave of secondary invites, the back end hasn't fully activated everything yet. More from this Member 333 N. College Way | Report Response **This sub is not for medical advice. | Report Response More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "Purdue really lets you into their first-year veterinary classes??" Overall it was not complicated and very straightforward. | I was asked this question too, "None. | Report Response, "n/a" Use our salary data to see averages with high and low ranges for your preferred position and location. | Report Response, "I really liked the school, great relationship with the community, very nice and positive faculty." | Report Response In person interview with two college interviewers per one student. | Report Response, "Define advocate." I was offered the job a week later. | I was asked this question too, "Tell me about a time where you had to use innovation to complete a task." Like tell us about one conversation, or one interaction. More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member It allows the school to find out if you are the best candidate for their program and it gives you the chance to determine if the school and program are right for you. | Report Response, "Despite how everyone says the campus is small, the neighborhood is not safe, and there's a train that passes behind the campus ALL the time (yes, our projector was shaking when the train went by and the faculty member was assuring us it was not an earthquake! They do take tours to nearby schools/farms/facilities, but if you are looking for an on-campus large animal hospital and/or lecture centered learning then Western is probably not ideal for you. " | Report Response, "Give students info on the pizza dinner for the Friday before the interview right when you invite them. May 29, 2022 by patrick swayze new mexico ranch location map. More from this Member Much easier." More from this Member More from this Member Local beer is up to snuff. Tell your email not to block @westernu emails!" After I looked at the pros and cons of the schools I interviewed with this was my number 1 choice DO school. I interviewed at Western University of Health Sciences (Pomona, CA) in Feb 2020. More from this Member More from this Member I've advocated for several causes (ie. | I was asked this question too, "Tell us about a time you attempted something and succeeded, how did you feel? | Report Response, "N/a" More from this Member You'll have a bit of down time to just chat with fellow applicants." mini multiple interview with faculty. They also asked me about a time when I had to sacrifice/work hard on someone else's behalf (can't remember the exact wording)." | I was asked this question too, "How could you contribute to our school's diversity?" Whenever I answered in generalities, they would ask for a specific instance that exemplified what I was saying. | Report Response, "Post signs to help guide interviewee's to appropriate parking area's/lots." Candidates interviewing for Research Assistant and Data Analyst rated their interviews as the hardest, whereas interviews for Administrative Assistant and Administrative Associate roles were rated as the easiest. More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response, "I was interviewed by two DO's and one person from the community who sat on the Chamber of Commerce" | Report Response, "Same as those listed." More from this Member 20 Questions and Answers. More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Talk about a tough decision you made. | Report Response, "For me, nothing negative to report.though if you do not like the idea of living in a small rural townthe location may be tough to swallow." | Report Response I interviewed at Cal Poly Pomona (Los Angeles, CA) in Jan 2021. Claremont, CA 91711, After Pomona: Baseball Analyst Guy Stevens 13, After Pomona: E.R. More from this Member More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Why DO?" Curriculum seems right on the target. The area of Pomano is not the "ghetto" that many people say in the feedback. How did you handle it?" | Report Response Where can I find these? More from this Member environmental, political issues) but I've never directly advocated for one person, that was difficult for me to answer." | Report Response It was hard to act not anxious and engage with the tour guides when all you care about is getting the MMI over with. Many people (even in the vet field) haven't heard of it. " More from this Member This employer has claimed their Employer Profile and is engaged in the Glassdoor community. They served us lunch at least." | Report Response, "behavior interview questions seemed more difficult to me" | Report Response, "Pomona, PBL, tuition it is insane." | I was asked this question too, "How can Western help you achieve your goals?" More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response More from this Member I couldn't figure out what they wanted to know, what it all meant, or how they interpreted my responses. | I was asked this question too, "Ethical question about catching someone cheating." | Report Response, "A lot of people are not happy about the safety just outside of the campus. More from this Member | Report Response, "Interviewers were nice; student volunteers were very informative." | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "Describe a time when you failed at a task and what you did about it." More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response, "Use e-mail to communicate acceptances. More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Describe a time where you had to overcome a challenge" More from this Member Applicants were placed in separate break-out rooms for the interviews after the welcome by the dean. | I was asked this question too, "see above" Still surprised by how I actually felt a difference in fit." Dental School. | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "Tell us about a time when you attemped something and failed." | Report Response | Report Response More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response, "great experience overall. For Transfer applicants, the deadline to request an interview is February 4. More from this Member | Report Response | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "Elaborate on the term "servant leader" (something from my primary)." More from this Member | Report Response, "That they are building a teaching hospital that they say will be finished next year but construction hasn't even started." Genuine reactions and responses are best." More from this Member Discussion in 'Pre-Medical Allopathic [ MD ]' started by I meant Western Lebanon. Learn more about the Western University DO interview: Western University of Health Sciences/ College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific Locations: Pomona, CA and Lebanon, OR 309 East Second St. Pomona, CA 91766-1854 (909) 469-5335 Lebanon: (541) 259-0200 They really went out of their way to make us comfortable." More from this Member | Report Response, "The interview day is long, and the interview/MMI's are at the end of it. | Report Response, "Nothing really." | I was asked this question too, "Tell us about a time when you started a new job and had to acquire new skills you did not have before." (soon after interview, not 2 months!)" " | Report Response, "not for large animal people!" To give you peace of mind, we will e-mail you when your application is received. | I was asked this question too, "Tell me about a decision you regret" More from this Member Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. | Report Response You are using an out of date browser. Pretty simple." | Report Response, "It was great to learn more about the school during the activities before and after the interview. I interviewed at Western University of Health Sciences. | Report Response, "Nothing" | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "How would you respond if you knowingly did not provide good care to a patient and they called you out on it?" More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "See above " | Report Response Expect sometimes that you may be asked questions about presentation but overall, it was fairly easy. | I was asked this question too, "Behavioral questions similar to those already listed in other feedback" I also thought the MMI experience was pretty fun (and something more schools should adopt)." | I was asked this question too, "Explain a time you had to work with someone who didn't agree with you" Come interview here, you will love the faculty, staff, building- everything! | Report Response More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "What do you think about the affordable health care act." | Report Response Enthusiastic students." More from this Member (basic medical school interview question)" | Report Response, "Very student oriented, listen to feedback from students and interviewees." The hiring process at Western University of Health Sciences takes an average of 30 days when considering 16 user submitted interviews across all job titles. More from this Member | Report Response The following presentation is a good first-step in addressing your financial aid questions at WesternU. | I was asked this question too, "What's an example of when you didn't get along with a group member/co-worker?" | Report Response | Report Response More from this Member | Report Response, "Location of the school" | I was asked this question too, "Tell us about a time where you had to communicate to someone. " During the Interview. | Report Response, "The awesome technology available for students to use and the research using this technology." More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member two faculty per room. More from this Member | Report Response | Report Response More from this Member More from this Member 8.3% 10.4% 81.3% Negatively 8.3% No change 10.4% Positively 81.3% What was the stress level of the interview? One of their questions was "Tell us about yourself", Describe a challenge where you have struggled and how you overcame it. | I was asked this question too, "Tell me a time when you had to deal with a strong-willed person and how you dealt with it?" More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member (plus their students are practicing at Sea World)" The process took 1+ week. More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response, "I looked here on SDN and I did a mock interview to address any nervous habits I had." Should you be invited to interview, you can expect to hear from us by email one to three weeks prior to the interview date. | Report Response, "Very friendly interview process. | I was asked this question too, "President Obama is calling you, how would u tell him to fix the hc system..what makes a good doctor" | I was asked this question too, "Describe a time where you had to achieve multiple goals and how you accomplished that." More from this Member | Report Response, "Really laid back interview, they just want to get the chance to know you!" | Report Response, "One of my interviewers was a bit prickly." | Report Response, "Reviewed application / personal statement, and secondary applications. | Report Response, "Staff, students, PBL" More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response, "I really enjoyed my weekend there. | Report Response, "That there was a football game at OSU on the same day and the freeways were clogged with people traveling down from Portland. | I was asked this question too, "Did role play with us." More from this Member | Report Response More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Name a situation where you had to work with a strong willed individual." | I was asked this question too, "Describe a time when you solved a problem creatively" More from this Member More from this Member Usually, a team of two members comprise an interview team consisting of one faculty and one current student of the College of Pharmacy. More from this Member | Report Response | Report Response | Report Response, "I wasn't impressed with the overall experience of the interview. | Report Response, "Nothing, I did a lot of research and knew what the school had to offer, anything new only strenghtened my interest for the school." There is an interview and essay portion, as well as a tour of the school after the interview. | Report Response More from this Member But by that time, you're pretty comfortable, so overall it was the most relaxed interview experience I've had. | I was asked this question too, "Discuss a situation in which you had to work with people you had never before met." | Report Response, "Thought they did a great job, really enjoyed my experience and the school." Try to avoid using headphones/earbuds during your interview. Posted by aylsan. More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response | Report Response, "Interviewed by two professors for the CVM, one male, one female. Since we do not track demonstrated interest, interviewingdoes not advantage you in the admissions process. Limit the paperwork in front of you to decrease the potential habit of looking down. | Report Response, "I felt really prepared." | Report Response, "Read about Western, went over behavioral style questions, read over application." More from this Member I applied in-person. More from this Member | Report Response, "The tiny campus, however, there is no undergraduate portion of the school which explains the size." | Report Response, "Showed up to campus not enthused about Western, but left feeling like I could see myself as a student there." More from this Member | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "Ethical questions" More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Why Osteopathy" More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response My friend sat down with a DO, a PhD, and a staff member. More from this Member More from this Member Gave great non-verbal feedback during the interview. They also asked him point blank, If you were accepted would you come here? It sounds like a silly question, but make sure you are ready for it! More from this Member Has anyone been able to submit their secondary? It's a very laid back process." All questions were in the realm of expectations. | I was asked this question too, "they were all the same" After Pomona: Baseball Analyst Guy Stevens '13 Interviews are an entirely optional part of the college search and application process at Pomona. | I was asked this question too, "None of them were very difficult." | Report Response I heard most situations were good cop bad cop but I was lucky and got good cop good cop at least IMO. " | Report Response, "The sense of humor of the interviewers!! | Report Response, "SDN" JavaScript is disabled. | Report Response | Report Response More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Why medicine?" | Report Response, "The "heart" of the school" More from this Member More from this Member A free inside look at company reviews and salaries posted anonymously by employees. | Report Response, "How nice everyone was and how they really wanted to impress us and teach us about their PBL style of learning." More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response Might be a little tight when the second class joins since its just one building..no changing rooms (everyone changes in the bathroom all at once)" More from this Member I also interviewed at OHSU (the other OR school) and Western impressed me more." More from this Member | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "THERE ARE TWO INTERVIEWERS PER STUDENT. More from this Member 259 Gentle Springs Ln, Diamond Bar, CA 91765 ~4.24 miles southwest of Pomona center. I applied online. My interviewer went to my rival high school!" | Report Response | Report Response, "Scheduling the panel interview late in the afternoon may make for a less than stellar performance from the candidate" More from this Member Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (WesternU/COMP) 309 E. Second Street Pomona, CA 91766-1854. I live in a 4 bedroom 2 bath newer home. Are you above the stats screen threshold? | Report Response, "Everything about the school was stellar."
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