My first semester at OSU was very interesting. From stressful to carefree, I basically experienced every emotion possible here in such a short amount of time. I hear the first semester is always the worst, with Chemistry and Math and all the hard classes, and I am hoping they are right. However, my love for this university has not deteriorated; if anything grew bigger. I am more than thankful to still be here, thriving on the atmosphere and community we have created. I think each semester will just continue to get better!
Humans of OSU
My Nonna (grandma)
This is a selfie she took and I thought it was very appropriate. Her story is very interesting. Her view on life is so amazing. We are italian, so family is the most important thing, but to her, you must be respectful and polite to others at all times. “You never know what they are going through.” To her, the meaning of life is what you make of it. You are given certain opportunities for a reason, do not take it for granted.
Top 5 Strengths
My top five strengths, from my greatest to worst, were: achiever, competition, woo, communication, command. Almost all in which fall under the influencing category. This is fairly accurate, considering I do tend to take leadership roles in most cases. I use my achiever strength because I get things done and take charge. I am quite competitive; everyone wants to be the best at something, or everything. Whether that is possible or not is beside the point, I believe it is all about how you improve yourself in the process. My third was woo, which reading more into it, I realized it does somewhat relate to me. I don not necessarily go out of my way to charm people, but I do in fact like to make people happy. I believe that directly relates to my next strength, communication. As far as command goes, I understand why it is in my strengths because I like to take charge and I would like to think I’m pretty good at it. However, sometimes it can be a weakness.
I was not so much surprised with my top five strengths, as I was confused with how they can limit each individual based on responses on a personality test. I do believe they are correct when it comes to being influencing, and the “strengths” they provided do describe me. However, they do not define me. With that said, I shouldn’t limit myself to five strengths. With the top five strengths, they encourage us to work on those top five strengths, and not so much on our “weaknesses.” That’s just encouraging us to take the easy way out. By not working on our “weaknesses,” we are only making them weaker. It is like making the rich, richer and the poor, poorer in society; it is a recipe for disaster in the economy. As for strengths and weaknesses, I think we should all focus on being well rounded individuals, and carry out traits in all categories.
Welcome to my Honors & Scholars e-Portfolio
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Year in Review
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G.O.A.L.S.
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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 .
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.
Academic Enrichment: Honors & Scholars students pursue academic excellence through rigorous curricular experiences beyond the university norm both in and out of the classroom.
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.
Service Engagement: Honors & Scholars students commit to service to the community.]
Career
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Artifacts
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About Me
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