University of South Alabama
Physician Assistant Student Society
CLASS OF 2008
"I chose the PA profession because medical school wasn't for me, but I still wanted a job in health care where I'd be able to challenge myself and be able to have the option to work independently as well as with a team of health care practitioners."
Ashley Shoquist
Previous Education: B.S. in Health Science from Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, MI
Previous Medical Experience: I shadowed at St. Mary's in Grand Rapids, MI; Dickenson County Memorial Hospital; and my family doctor's office in Iron Mountain, MI. I also worked at Imaging Center of Pensacola before starting school.
Hobbies: Reading, watching movies, FOOD, I used to like playing sports and physical activity before I came to this program (when I still had some free time), music, drawing, and just hanging out with friends.
Family: I have a wonderful family, although I never get to see them because they live in Michigan. I have a sister, Ivy (20), and a brother, Ben (19), as well as my mom and dad.
Advice to future students: Make sure you have your finances in order! Otherwise, you may get a not so nice surprise when they finally give you your bill and you realize you will be living in your car. The financial aid package is inadequate-plan accordingly! Oh yeah, and don't procrastinate (If I ever succeed at this, I'll let you know.)