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Year in Review
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G.O.A.L.S.
Global Awareness
Throughout my coursework in the history major, I plan to explore the history of many areas of the world.
I believe Americans should speak Spanish. As a result, I’m fulfilling my language requirements with Spanish. However, I plan to learn about many other cultures and regions throughout my time at OSU. I have a particular interest in Yiddish. I will learn about Yiddish language and culture over the next four years.
I am a member of the Collegiate Council on World Affairs (CCWA) because I find International Relations interesting. CCWA is a venue where I can discuss and learn more about current and past geopolitics. I plan to remain involved in CCWA during my time here.
Original Inquiry
I have plans for a cross-curricular research project which will hopefully culminate in an undergraduate thesis. I hope to use social science methodology to explain an aspect of cultural history. I’m involved with the Scarlet Historical Review, so I will engage with other undergraduates’ original historical writing. Through this, I hope to gain a deeper understanding of the editing and publishing processes.
Academic Enrichment
I’m excited to explore history more deeply. My eventual goal is to be a professor of modern social and cultural history. I have enjoyed learning about and discussing history since I was young. I love reading primary sources. I’m minoring in Yiddish in the hopes that it will enrich my historical understanding. Additionally, I’m considering adding a second major in a social science, likely sociology or political science, to develop the analytical tools I will use in my future research.
While I am a majoring in the humanities, I will explore my interests in math and science as well. In high school, I enjoyed Calculus. I hope to use my Calculus skills in Physics.
Leadership Development
I enjoy teaching. I would like to be involved in tutoring in history, writing, or Calculus at some point during my time at OSU. I like the challenge of explaining a concept in different ways. I hope to use my skills to help other students at OSU.
Additionally, I would like to lead during OSUMUN, the Collegiate Council on World Affairs’ Model United Nations Conference for high school students. I participated in OSUMUN as a high school delegate, and my positive experience influenced my decision to attend OSU. I know personally how fun and impactful OSUMUN can be, and I look forward to the chance to continue to improve it.
Service Engagement
I am interested in helping migrants and refugees. While my course schedule this semester prevents me from being involved with the relevant student groups, I plan to get involved next semester.
I also enjoy volunteering for political campaigns as a canvasser. Canvassing is an easy way to determine the political leanings of an area. I see field work on campaigns as practical applications of political science concepts. I find it interesting to see whether residents reflect or contradict political trends.
Earlier this semester, I participated in Community Commitment Day and I enjoyed it. I plan to participate in future years.
Career
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Artifacts
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About Me
I’m a history major from Bowling Green, OH. I hope to minor in Yiddish and add a second major in a social science, likely Political Science. My goal is to earn a PhD in History while focusing specifically on modern history with an emphasis on social history. I want to be a tenured history professor eventually.
My non-academic interests focus largely around music. I’m a huge fan of classic soul, early R’n’B, early rock ‘n’ roll, funk, and classic rock. I play many instruments, but some of my favorites are guitar and trombone.