This is important to me because this shows my friends when we went to an event in downtown Columbus. This moment means a lot to me, because prior to this I had done a lot of work and now I get to see all the work that I had accomplished for the event. This was before the ceremony. I’ve learned a lot about people around me and how to become a better leader. After this, I plan to keep working hard and doing more events. This event was an art event that I helped set up, so it meant a lot to me.

A big academic interest of mine is the changing environment. In school, I took an environmental class and learned about our changing environment. During spring break I got to see this first hand. I go to this spot every year and I got the chance to see the coast change drastically over the years. I find it very interesting to learn about how Earth is changing and the reasons why. Because of this, I’m considering trying to achieve a minor in environmental science. I love traveling and being able to see the different environments and this was a great opportunity that I finally realized.

Artifacts

A big academic interest of mine is the environment. In school, I plan on taking a variety of environmental classes. I also would love to study abroad seeing different places around the world, and to see the different environment. I was fortunate to be able to go to Alaska in the summer of 2018, and to see all the nature was amazing.  Below is one of the beautiful pictures of a glacier that is con-caving into the ocean. It was an amazing thing to see, and it shows one of the effects of global warming. I would love to be able to see more places like this during a study abroad trip or in the future. 

Year in Review

Over the past year, I believe I have significantly strengthened as a leader. Back in high school in the start of the year, I was named the captain of my soccer team and that is where I started in becoming a leader. Towards the summer I was getting ready to join the Mount Scholars Program, which focused on leadership. So over the course of this year, I believe I have strengthened greatly in a school manor when it comes to leadership. When it comes to professionalism this year I promoted to manager of my job, which gave me a good chance to show my leadership skills. In mount, I’m now working on a project to benefit the community around me which is another example of leadership. Throughout this year I’ve really strengthened and joined programs to continue to help me become a better leader. In the beginning of the year I was just starting to learn what it means to show leadership. Now I feel like I know so much more because of my experiences and what I’ve joined in college so far

G.O.A.L.S.

Global Awareness: One of my goals is to get the opportunity to study abroad in Italy. I’ve always wanted to go and check out the different cultures and explore the area. By doing STEP through OSU this gives me a chance to get some money to be able to do this.

Original Inquiry: This year I plan on taking some honors courses to test my ability as a student. This will give me more of a challenge and I will also get to join the Honors College. This is a great opportunity for me once I’m able to do this. It will also strengthen a lot of my skills as a student.

Academic Enrichment: I plan on taking coding classes outside of school to get a better knowledge of different languages. This will make me a better computer science major and allow me to get internships.

Leadership Development: I use leadership when I volunteer for my Solon Soccer high school team. I educate them on how to play and how to think as they play. I’m a mentor for a lot of them and this gives me the chance to work on my leading.

Service Engagement: Every couple of weekends I help out at food pantries and at my local church to help feed the less fortunate. I also help serve my community by cleaning up trash.

Career

Resume

Above is a link to my resume. In my resume, my goal is to get a job with something in the technology field. I’ve learned many skills including java, Microsoft suite, and COBOL. All of which are very good skills to have for anything IT. Some of the opportunities I’ve had for an internship was at True Digital Communications. Here I learned vital business skills and learned Google Analytics. I also got the chance to learn lots of marketing skills that will help me in the future. Some of my strengthens include communication, managing, and leadership. With the Mount Scholars program that I’m in, I get the chance to work and improve on all these skills. Leadership is by far my best skill and I try to improve it whenever I get the chance.

Artifacts

This is important to me because this shows when I first got inducted into Mount Scholars Program. This moment means a lot to me, because prior to this I had done a lot of work and now I get to be involved in activities with people I love and consider my family. This was after the ceremony after all of us had gotten the Mount Scholar’s Pin. I’ve learned a lot about people around me and how to become a better leader. After this, I plan to keep getting involved with Mount, and help become a leader in my community. Which is something that means a lot to me when I can help lead others. 

About Me

My name is Ryan Baldwin, and I’m a first year at the Ohio State University. I plan on majoring in computer science, and minoring in business. I have lots of interest in leadership, which is the reason I join the Mount Leadership Scholars program. This gives me the chance to learn more about myself as a leader, and how I can push myself in college. I also enjoy learning about art. I love going to the art museum in Cleveland and learning about the different styles. My goal is to get the chance to work for a well known company like EA Sports. I’d love to get the chance to help make the games I love playing. Something that makes me unique, is my sense of humor. I’m able to make people laugh and smile even in sad times. Making people smile gives me enjoyment, and I hope to continue doing it.