A little picture I found. I thought it was cute, yet important.
Well I can certainly feel the semester coming to an end. I have just started working on the assignment for next week that includes the journal and simulation summary. I know it is going to be a lot of work, which is why I decided to start on it early. I have studied the slides from modules 5 and 6 so far, and tomorrow I will review module 7 tomorrow so that I can take the quiz tomorrow or Friday. I am a little apprehensive about taking the quiz, since we only get one chance to take it and I am not familiar with the format of the questions. I am sure that we will all get through this and next week okay even though it’s a large load to take on.
If anyone is interested, I still haven’t gotten my results back. I am so afraid for some reason. I asked my boyfriend to come with me when I go pick them up and he is determined that everything is going to be okay. I think that with him there I will be able to look at my results.
The question of the week this week was pretty interesting. I think a lot of people might have felt a little weird thinking about one of their grandparents having sex, but I didn’t think that it was that surprising. I mentioned in my response that my grandmother had actually told me about a man asking her out and how their date went. If she ever told me that she was HIV positive I would of course be shocked, but I wouldn’t treat her any different. I would ask that she let me tell the family, or she do it herself, so that she has a lot of support. If she wanted to keep her news a secret I would respect her wishes but I would want her to get on some medication even though there were side effects. I love how we keep getting scenarios that make us think. I don’t believe that we would ever put ourselves in these situations if it were not for this class.
Did You Know?
There are several scholarships that are given to students that are HIV positive? I was shocked and delighted at the same time when I found this out. I am glad that there are scholarships available for those students, since so many people treat HIV positive patients like something is wrong with them or like they are about to die. Some of the scholarships include:
- San Francisco State University (SFSU)
SFSU offers the Robert Westwood Scholarship to assist a student who has been diagnosed with HIV (documentation of the diagnosis is required) and who has plans for working with others affected by HIV/AIDS. $2,000 in funding will be awarded to an applicant pursuing any major who has attained a minimum GPA of 3.0. - Ohio State University
The Harold A. McIntosh Scholarship, offered by Ohio State University, provides two scholarships in the amount of $1,200 each. One will be awarded to a student who is living with HIV/AIDS and one will be made available to a candidate with a history of service and leadership to the community in regard to the affliction. - James and Colin Lee Wozumi Scholarship for students who are goal-oriented, HIV positive, and/or focusing on the treatment and/or eradication of HIV.
I think it is awesome that there are scholarships for students who are HIV positive. People who are positive have to go through so much unnecessary stress, and a scholarship would just be one less worry for them.
ReplyDeleteI am a little nervous about the quiz too. I am a terrible test-taker, and no matter how much studying I do, I always freeze up while taking it. I just found that if you eat and go for a walk before a test, than your mind a clearer than if you didn't.
Good luck on your test results... and keep up posted!
-Courtney D
I like your picture...straight and to the point! I had a little bit of the *ick* factor as well when it came to the QOTW about grandpa, but sadly, these situations happen.
ReplyDeleteIf you don't mind me asking, where did you get your test performed? This is crazy, it's been weeks! I'm sure your results are fine, and it's probably due to some mess-up at the office. It's good that your boyfriend is going with you, anyway. It's probably a good learning experience for you both, and will keep the dialogue open.
And don't worry about the quiz...I just took it and it was a snap. Just read the material and you will do good, I'm sure of it. :-)
Cindy
I think it is great that scholarships are providing for students living with HIV. HIV medications are expensive on their own, imagine adding the cost of classes, books and living arrangements near the school!
ReplyDeleteI am also amazed that you did not get your test results back yet. I got mine in less than 3 weeks. I think its really cool that you can talk about this with your boyfriend and he is there for you. Every relationship should have that kind of open communication.
I agree with Cindy, the test is easy if you are familiar with the slides. Good luck, I know you will do well!
Didn't know there were scholarships for students who are HIV positive. I wish there were more out there. My daughter could apply for some to help ease the burden of college.
ReplyDeleteGo get your results......