Welcome to my Honors & Scholars e-Portfolio

Welcome to my e-Portfolio! My name is Sydney Bostjancic and I am a first year student at The Ohio State University. I am also a Biological Sciences Scholar. This e-Portfolio shows my reflections on all my experiences at The Ohio State University.

Year in Review

Semester in Review:

The Biological Sciences Scholar Program has offered many different experiences that have helped me grow as a student and as a person. I’ve expanded my knowledge of the program itself and how the program can benefit me now and further in my academic and career future. The Biological Sciences Program has also increased my interest in possibly specializing in zoo veterinarian medicine with a behind the scene visit to the Columbus Zoo. There also have been different types of services that I’ve been exposed to through this program such as helping in a dog adoption day, volunteering my time at the Sarcoma walk from start to finish, and participating in Adopt a Family. I’ve met a lot of amazing people through the Scholars Program in my intramural soccer team. The start of my college experience I’ve been very dedicated to my studies and Biological Sciences has encouraged me to do my best and achieve in all my classes. The Scholars Program has taught me about GOALS and how they are very important to the program and to me as an individual. Through my seminar class, I’ve learned many different wells to get involved in each of the letters. I’m excited to see how much more I’ll grow as a student and as a person through the Biological Sciences Scholar Program in the future.

Statement of Action:

With the last two years of my undergrad left, I want to continue to advance my knowledge on different subjects with different classes. I also want to gain more skills that will help me in the future.

G.O.A.L.S.

Global Awareness: Students cultivate and develop their appreciation for diversity and each individual’s unique differences. For example, consider course work, study abroad, involvement in cultural organizations or activities, etc .

In order to pursue Global Awareness I would like to study abroad so I can learn more about the different culturals  that are all around the world. I also would like to help out people and different animal species that are in need. Studying abroad will widen my knowledge and experience in global awareness.

Original Inquiry: Honors & Scholars students understand the research process by engaging in experiences ranging from in-class scholarly endeavors to creative inquiry projects to independent experiences with top researchers across campus and in the global community. For example, consider research, creative productions or performances, advanced course work, etc.

During my time here at The Ohio State University I would like to participate in undergraduate research, so I can learn more about a subject that I am interested in-like veterinary medicine. Working in a lab will help me figure out if I want to continue to do research in the future during my career and will expand my knowledge of how to conduct a lab and use data to support my research.

Academic Enrichment: Honors & Scholars students pursue academic excellence through rigorous curricular experiences beyond the university norm both in and out of the classroom.

As a Honors & Scholars student, I am prepared to take courses that will challenge me intellectually. These rigorous course shall make me a better learner and help me continue down the path of success.

Leadership Development: Honors & Scholars students develop leadership skills that can be demonstrated in the classroom, in the community, in their co-curricular activities, and in their future roles in society.

I would like to achieve a leadership position in a club that revolves around my interests as well as become a leader in the community by working my way up the ladder.

Service Engagement: Honors & Scholars students commit to service to the community.

Giving back is one of the best feelings; knowing that you are helping someone in need. I plan to volunteer my time in local animal shelters and serving the hungry. I did this in high school and I would like to continue these volunteering services while I am here in Columbus.

Career

My long term goals are to gain knowledge and experience and advance my animal care skills in order to apply to Veterinary School. Once I’ve completed Veterinary School and graduated with a DVM, I want to continue my education by specializing in exotic animal care to then become an exotic veterinarian at a zoo.

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Artifacts

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During high school, I volunteered at the local animal shelter. I have a passion for animals and wanted to start getting some experience with animals that are needed for Veterinary School. For the most part, I volunteered in Kitty City socializing the kittens and cats that were in the shelter. I love it there and hope to be able to volunteer my time at the local animal shelter of Columbus.

Scholar Events:

September 17th, 2017

For the service part of the scholar GOALS, I love working with animals as well as people. Steps for Sarcoma was a perfect way for me to help both people and animals that suffer from Sarcoma. I helped with registration, raffle and 50/50, and clean up for this event and it was amazing to see not only all the survivors there but all the people that came to support this event and raise money towards finding a cure for Sarcoma.

September 24th, 2017:

I went to the Columbus Zoo with a Biological Sciences Scholar group and went on a behind the scenes tour of the zoo. Before going to the zoo I’ve had the interest in becoming a zoo veterinarian and after the trip and tour, I have an even stronger interest and hope to pursue an internship with a zoo. This picture is significant to me and my career aspects because tigers have always been one of my favorite animals at the zoo and I would love to work with them in the future.

October 21st, 2017

As I said before, I love working with animals. For the veterinary school application, animal handling/care hours are needed, so helping this dog adoption gives me more hours and helps this lovely dog hopefully find a home.

December 26th 2018-January 7th 2019:

I completed a study abroad program in Belize about wildlife health, ecology, and conservation. For one of our final projects, we got to create an enrichment item for one of the animals in the zoo. I chose the Jaguar which feasts on armadillos in the wild. So, I took coconuts and stuffed them with chicken and cinnamon (a spice that Jaguars like). He really liked the enrichment, picking it up and taking away from us to enjoy it privately. This project helped me realize I really enjoy working with exotics and would love to work in a zoo.

 

About Me

Hi, I am Sydney Bostjancic and I am from Macedonia, Ohio-which is about twenty minutes south of Cleveland. I am thrilled to be attending The Ohio State University where I will be pursuing a degree in biology on a pre-veterinary track. When I graduate from The Ohio State University, I want to continue my education at Veterinary School to become a veterinarian. I am very passionate about animals and have had a love for them since I was a little kid. My passion has led me to volunteering at the local animal shelter and interning at a veterinary hospital. That passion has also played a huge part in me choosing to be a veterinarian as my career. All of this has led me to The Ohio State University where I am a Biological Sciences Scholar student and will hopefully be joining clubs and taking advantage of all the opportunities the University has to offer.