From: PreMedLife Magazine [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of PreMedLife Magazine Sent: Monday, September 22, 2014 6:03 PM To: Kemile A Jackson Subject: What to Know Before Selecting the Best Medical School For You; How to Rekindle Your Pre-Med Motivation; Your First Practice MCAT: What to Expect “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. 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