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Show 139 medicine three calendar years..." This interview, and the attendant consultation of the calendar by Professor Bodley produces for Ellis the shocking news that not only will she not be able to finish earlier through accelerated study, but that she is not due to graduate until some time later than she herself has projected. As a peace offering in an attempt to offset the shock and disappointment, Professor Bodley proposes that Ellis pass certain exams, go home for a year and a half, then return and complete her courses. Ellis rules this out on the grounds that it will take more money than is available. Ever conciliatory, Professor Bodley suggests that Ellis write a note to the faculty, though even she could not imagine that it "would be of any avail." Ellis decides to pursue that course. She writes her note, clearly outlining her situation with respect to her family "nearly three thousand miles distant" and asking verification for her notion that-working through holidays and summers-she might graduate in 2 1/2 years, instead of the 3 years stipulated by the traditional requirements. Filled with trepidation after composing her petition, she wishes Milford were there to correct it and to give his opinion as to whether it will do. That lacking, she places her reliance upon the Lord and submits her request. At this juncture, she hears from Sister Pratt that things are going well in Boston and that next summer there may be a spot for Ellis there. Hospital practice being a part of the requirement for graduation, Ellis is favorably inclined toward this possibility. |