| Report Response, "Read sdn a ton. Interview process took about one hour. Hopefully a good sign?" More from this Member More from this Member I interviewed at Western University of Health Sciences. | Report Response, "Love the school. More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "When was there a time where you had differences while working with a group or individual and how did you overcome it?" | I was asked this question too, "Tell us about a time when you had competing priorities" I left with a huge smile painted on my face. | I was asked this question too, "Elaborate on the term "servant leader" (something from my primary)." More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member Also a lot of OMM kool-aid. Enthusiastic students." | Report Response, "Using SDN interview feedback! More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Describe a situation when you had to solve a problem creatively." More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Tell us about a time when something you were involved in didn't work out." Posted by aylsan. | Report Response More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Question specific to my work experience" Read and practiced questions online, read general MMI strategy, thoroughly reviewed by primary and secondary apps." | I was asked this question too, "Your biggest mistake..do you have any questions for us? I was asked to draft a short letter addressing a situation. They did a wonderful job selecting real people to become real doctors." My interview was definitely the most enjoyable part of the day." More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response, "I did a mock interview at my school, with my brother (he was an interviewer at his old job), and with friends. | Report Response More from this Member 2022-2023 Western University of Health Sciences (Pomona, California) Thread starter PapaGuava; . 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 how you have overcome struggles in your life" More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Why Osteopathic Medicine?" More from this Member Discussion in 'Pre-Medical Allopathic [ MD ]' started by On recommendation from one of the faculty, I visited MacDowell's creek, a nearby park in the mountain foothills, and I can attest to that the local area is great for those who apprciate the outdoors. | Report Response, "I wasn't impressed with the overall experience of the interview. More from this Member | Report Response before they started the interview." I very much enjoyed my interview." | Report Response, "Looked over my application. | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "Can't remember anymoresorry" | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "What area of medicine interests you the most?" More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Why COMP-NW?" More from this Member Im starting to prewrite for this school and I'm not sure how I write 500 words for my most memorable community service activity. More from this Member On campus you are fine, and they said the security officers will even walk you to your car at night." More from this Member More from this Member Read SDN and made a mental list of different stories from my experience that could relate to behavioral questions." More from this Member There was no surprises during the interview -- just the behavioral questions posted on SDN." They did not deviate from the questions which make it feel less personal." Copyright 2008-2023, Glassdoor, Inc. "Glassdoor" and logo are registered trademarks of Glassdoor, Inc. www.studentdoctor.net There was a phone interview, followed by an in person interview, and then a 2nd interview. | I was asked this question too, "When did you advocate for someone? How would you manage your time as an optometry student? Toss up." The interviewers were really nice and seemed to really care to find out more about me. More from this Member | Report Response, "The interview day was about 4 and a half hours. More from this Member Med Application Resources Application Assistant Application Cost Calculator Interview Feedback MD Applicants. | Report Response | Report Response, "the newness of the program, that they're still working out some issues" I interviewed at Cal Poly Pomona (Los Angeles, CA) in Jan 2021. | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "Describe a tough decision you've made in the past" Are there people that haven't received secondaries? During the Interview. You must log in or register to reply here. | Report Response, "I really enjoyed the activities throughout the day. JavaScript is disabled. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. More from this Member | Report Response, "Timely email response." More from this Member | Report Response All the adrenaline had left my system, and I just wanted to go to sleep!" Any Canadians get a secondary? | Report Response, "I'm glad I ate at the airport before heading to my hotel because it was easier than trying to find a way to get food without a rental car. More from this Member | Report Response, "School is located in an unsafe neighborhood (although there are a few security guards milling around and students say it is not a problem. western pomona interview | Student Doctor Network Any advice on best way to prepare? | Report Response, "SDN" | Report Response It helped so much to have an answer ready." | I was asked this question too, "Tell us about a situation that you wish you had handled differently" More from this Member | Report Response, "How relaxed the interview process was" | Report Response, "The whole interview was incredibly laid back. Typically, less than ten percent of our applicants will engage in an interview. | Report Response, "General Experience, previous application cycles, SDN, talked with friend about current world insurance topics." n/a | Report Response, "I put my foot in my mouth at one point because I failed to see the true aim of one of the questions. I felt prepared for the interview and the entire orientation process." | Report Response, "The friendliness of the town, school and staff. The interview is fast and questions are easy. | Report Response, "There is a train that drives by and it is in a strip mall." | I was asked this question too, "Tell us about a time you worked with a strong-willed person." | Report Response, "A VERY long day! That was tricky. | Report Response, "mock interview, reviewing behavioral based questions, talked with a friend that attends the school, SDN interview feedback questions." More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "not verbatim: Tell us something you regret" Gave great non-verbal feedback during the interview. More from this Member | Report Response They had great senses of humor and spent a good deal of the interview laughing. To give you peace of mind, we will e-mail you when your application is received. | Report Response, "None -- I don't believe it's possible to prepare for a behavioral-based interview. western university (pomona) interview questions ( for application cycle 13-14), Western University DPT class of 2024 - Pomona, All resources are student and donor supported. It may not display this or other websites correctly. | I was asked this question too, "Name a situation you regret and how you would have changed it." | Report Response, "That this webpage existed!" They take notes and remain pretty inexpressive. | Report Response, "reading over my application, practicing behavior based interview questions" | 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 Although communication skills are evaluated extensively, the interview . I'm averaging around 250-300 words per essay. More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response More from this Member | Report Response, "The school straight up rocks. | Report Response | Report Response | Report Response, "Distance from home" anyone else unable to access the portal? | I was asked this question too, "When was a time you had to use innovation to solve a problem" | I was asked this question too, "Tell me about a time you had to work with people with different attitudes/beliefs than you." | Report Response, "More time for the interview would have been nice" | I was asked this question too, "Describe a time when you solved a problem creatively.. | Report Response, "Reviewed application / personal statement, and secondary applications. | Report Response, "One of my interviewers was a professor/DVM poultry and the other was a successful ultrasound practitioner. Forums CommunitiesPre-MedMedicalResidentAudiologyDentalOptometryPharmacyPhysical TherapyPodiatryPsychologyRehab SciVeterinary What's newTrendingNew postsLatest activity SupportAccount HelpConfidential Advising Vision, Values and Policies Resources | I was asked this question too, "Tell me about a time where you had to use innovation to complete a task." | Report Response, "n/a" | Report Response just make sure you reflect upon group situations you've been a part of prior to your interview." More from this Member An interview is an opportunity to bring a voice to your application and to your story. snowflakes, 01.03.14. I am also glad I knew to fly into ONTARIO and not LAX. More from this Member | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "What was one of your biggest failures and how you were able to overcome it" Both were very nice and expressed their desire to make me comfortable. Read over the school website." More from this Member | Report Response More from this Member My classmates are also great. The great thing is that there does seem to be a great amount of hands on experience, starting from your first year. More from this Member I was not sure if there was a system glitch or if something else was going on." CHECK YOUR JUNK FOLDER! More from this Member More from this Member The full process takes around 15 minutes. read over my app, printed off a whole bunch of possible questions that I found on the internet and thought about each for a few minutes just in case I'd get asked the question, at least I'd thought about it once! | Report Response, "SDN feed back" mini multiple interview with faculty. I hear that their are cute areas nearby, though, and I believe it. | Report Response More from this Member "The questions they asked were the same ones at the Pomona campus. | I was asked this question too, "none, really" Do you think all teachers should? | Report Response, "Nothing. | Report Response The no-terminal-surgeries aspect of the school and the practice of ''reverence for life.'' More from this Member | 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" More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Why Osteopathy" More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Why not MD?" | Report Response | Report Response, "Perhaps hold the interviews earlier in the day to alleviate stress." More from this Member More from this Member I interviewed at Western University of Health Sciences (Pomona, CA) in Feb 2020. | Report Response Applicants were placed in separate break-out rooms for the interviews after the welcome by the dean. | I was asked this question too, "Behavioral questions similar to those already listed in other feedback" More from this Member More from this Member I applied through college or university. | Report Response | Report Response Typically, less than ten percent of our applicants will engage in an interview. | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "Same as those listed." There seems like there are plenty of nice areas in the surrounding towns to live" | Report Response, "Went over all of may application materials, reviewed all secondary essay material. | I was asked this question too, "Describe a time when you worked in a group and managed input from multiple people." Act natural." | Report Response, "Use e-mail to communicate acceptances. More from this Member | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "What was a time when you missed a deadline and how did you handle it?" | Report Response, Doubletree Hotel Claremont (just a few miles from campus), Sheraton Suites Fairplex (they have a shuttle to a, Shilo Inn Hotels (free shuttle to school and airport), "Admissions counselors don't respond to any emails (reported by many applicants, including myself), but Robin is amazing!" All three questions were behavioral." More from this Member | Report Response, "SDN, practiced my answers" | Report Response, "MMI here was very low stress and not really a true MMI. How did you handle it?" | Report Response I like PBL a lot and think Western students are going to make really great Vets but it is weird that there is not much lecture material. More from this Member Blair, Church & Flynn Consulting Engineers is looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer interested in full-time positions in the Clovis, California office. | Report Response It was strange! +1-888-675-2083. It shouldn't have been a surprise since I am from the NW. They asked questions like why are you interested in this research and what can you do to help. | Report Response, "Nothing really." | Report Response, "The problem based learning, facilities, and the current students and faculty had extremely positive attitudes towards the school." More from this Member | Report Response | Report Response, "I love this school and cannot imagine going anywhere else for my medical education" Reading all interview feedback has helped me understand what to expect." Review of Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific Interview Feedback. More from this Member More from this Member There are schools that are AVMA accepted, do case studies, lectures, and physical exams the first year. | Report Response Overall, I was more impressed with Western after this experience, although I still have reservations about its location and small size." | Report Response 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" More from this Member More from this Member More from this Member I was offered the job a week later. | I was asked this question too, "What is the most recent book you read?" More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "All about the same" More from this Member Our emphasis on optometric rehabilitation also includes vision therapy, low vision rehabilitation, and care for vulnerable populations such as those with developmental disabilities. More from this Member I Interviewed for the College of Veterinary medicine with 3 faculty and 2 staff employees. More from this Member | 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?" Nurse Practitioner School. | I was asked this question too, "Tell us about a time you attempted something and failed. " | Report Response, "The relaxed atmosphere of the interviews and the overwhelming enthusiasm for the school and the faculty that was exhibited by the students." | I was asked this question too, "Can't remember but it was a behavioral question." A free inside look at company reviews and salaries posted anonymously by employees. More from this Member More from this Member That's really all you need to prepare come up with some examples of things you have experienced, and be prepared to explain them in detail." Glassdoor users rated their interview experience at Western University of Health Sciences as 63.0% positive with a difficulty rating score of 2.80 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty). | Report Response, "The awesome technology available for students to use and the research using this technology." | Report Response, "Everyone is really enthusiastic about PBL." | Report Response The California Institute of the Arts ( CalArts) is a private art university in Santa Clarita, California. | I was asked this question too, "Discuss a situation in which you had to work with people you had never before met." | I was asked this question too, "see above" More from this Member The interview day was slightly intimidating because the overall feel of the day was very business like, but that showed me the rigor and prestige of the academics at this school and gave me the confidence to know if I decide to go the DO route I will be at a school that will ensure my success." More from this Member More from this Member 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)" Job specializations: Sales. More from this Member More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "What are your strengths and weaknesses?" | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "See above. | I was asked this question too, "Have you ever worked with someone from a different cultural background? And the interviews lasted a short time compared to the amount of time we did other things. Though you do come out of there with all of your questions answered and much more info!" "The questions they asked were the same ones at the Pomona campus. More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Asked us to read a scenario and pick which answer we thought was the correct response. | Report Response The teaching system looks awesome, and their facilities are nice, (even though the outside looks bad)." | I was asked this question too, "as i stated earlier, all the students get the exact same questions, so in the spirit of fairness, i'll just say that they were all typical behavioral based questions." | Report Response More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Why DO" More from this Member It was like a Barry Manilow concert for the deaf." The teaching style for the first two years revolves around problem based learning and laboratories. | I was asked this question too, "Mistake made." | Report Response The interview was held virtual-only via zoom with two faculty members in October 2021. It was incorporated in 1961 as the first degree-granting institution of higher learning in the US created specifically for students of both the visual and performing arts. | Report Response, "The sandwiches were dry good cookies. More from this Member COL will be more expensive than the Midwest though. 2022-2023 DO Medical School-Specific Discussions. | Report Response, "It was decent overall. The Dental center includes a state-of-the-art, 68-chair treatment area. Was this review helpful? | Report Response, "Location. More from this Member This would make it much easier to make travel arrangements." | I was asked this question too, "Give us an example of a mistake that you made and the outcome, how you fixed it." More from this Member More from this Member | Report Response Every person there, including community members were excited to be a part of this new campus. 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 | Report Response More from this Member I couldnt think of any real specific situations to this question .. :(" | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "What do you do when you meet new ppl. " More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Tell us about a time you had conflicting priorities." | Report Response, "Their "right to life" policy - they don't euthanize animals to, e.g., learn gross anatomy, etc." all the questions (around 4 or 5) are behavioral based. | Report Response, "The interview is half a day of different groups doing different things, such as Q and A and looking at powerpoint stuff. | I was asked this question too, "What was a time when you tried to accomplish something and failed/succeeded?" | I was asked this question too, "Name a time when you had competing priorities." | Report Response | I was asked this question too, "Tell us about a situation that did not go as planned, what would you have done differently" Facilities were smaller than 40k-plus campus I'm used to, but may not be negative thing." 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" | I was asked this question too, "What has been your experience with Osteopathic medicine?" More from this Member Interjected with their views every once in a while. | Report Response More from this Member | I was asked this question too, "Nothing really surprised me, so they weren't really difficult by any means." More from this Member More from this Member (plus their students are practicing at Sea World)" | Report Response, "The people, the faculty, the curriculum, the PBL mock-session" More from this Member More from this Member Become a donor at the Gold or Lifetime level for access to the Becoming a Student Doctor course! More from this Member also talked with a DO that had graduated from western in California" My interviewer went to my rival high school!" | Report Response, "The dedication and support of the faculty and administration; how embedded the school is in the community of Lebanon and the surrounding area; I felt the school really cares about and supports its students." | Report Response, "The surrounding area and the tuition costs." | Report Response, "Pomona itself, LA traffic, campus is very small. More from this Member They really went out of their way to make us comfortable." | Report Response Practiced with a friend. Based on 1 salaries posted anonymously by Pomona College Writing Partner employees in Westlake Village. More from this Member | Report Response, "SDN interview feedback." 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