I think this year has gone extremely well. I have continued to succeed in my classes and have been increasing my GPA. I also began research at the Eye at Ear institute with deaf infants, and have found new places to volunteer. I have became more involved as a chemistry peer mentor/tutor with Dr. Stoltzfus, and have continued to make more relationships with the faculty at OSU. During this semester, I have continued to find new volunteering, shadowing, and more pre-med experiences to prepare me for my future. At the end of this year, I was also accepted to several more mentoring and research opportunities that I will begin next semester. As my second year comes to an end, I couldn’t be more excited with all of the progress I have made and with what will come in my future
Vision Statement
My collegiate path has been difficult, but I couldn’t be more happy and proud with how far I have come. As my dream of making it into medical school and become a doctor becomes more of a reality, I am as motivated as ever to continue my academic success. To make that possible, I must continue to work hard, and never cease to try and improve myself. In the coming semesters, I will continue to improve my grades, and start to become even more involved with my research. I will continue to find new opportunities to prepare me for my future, and I know if I continue to strive toward my goals, they will eventually become my reality.
Buck That: ICCA’s
After a year off, Buck That competed in the ICCA acapella competition. We placed first at the quarterfinal competition advancing us to semifinals, and at semifinals we placed third. We had been practicing our set since the beginning of the school year, and it really paid off. This year in Buck That helped show me that you must work hard for everything you want to achieve, and if you really put your all into something, it will pay off. This year has only made me want to push and work harder for the things I’m passionate about.
Abstract
On my page, I hope you will find out all you wanted to know about me. This page will hopefully provide you with all my goals and ambitions that brought me to Ohio State. My resume, and some of the other things I’ve been involved with, are also discussed, as well as my passions that brought me to Ohio State. I hope my E portfolio is helpful in teaching you all about me!
Scholars Event: Study Session
The first scholars event I attended was the study session held in the Barrett lobby. It was a very appropriate, helpful event with midterms being so close. It was a very productive setting and event to meet other scholars.
Scholars Event: Flag Football
For my scholars event, some Biological Science scholars and I started a flag football team. The team has been a great way to meet other scholars, and it is very fun.
Welcome to my Honors & Scholars e-Portfolio
My name is Luke Colin. I am a biology major and Biological Science Scholar.
Year in Review
Although the transition to college was big, I have adjusted well. I am doing well in my classwork while being involved in extracurricular activities. I am also involved in Biological Science Scholars. This program ended up being very helpful, and it helped me meet a lot of other people with the same interests and similar classes. Scholars, and this past semester, has greatly helped me assimilate myself into the college atmosphere. I am looking forward to my future time in Biological Science Scholars program and my time at OSU.
G.O.A.L.S.
G.O.A.L.S.
At an incredibly early age, I decided I wanted to be a doctor. Since then, my goals haven’t changed, and I’m always getting closer to reaching my dream. With age I began to realize this would be a more difficult task than ten-year-old me had expected, however it hasn’t deterred me in the slightest. Through the years leading up to now, I have been knowingly, and unknowingly, preparing for the scholars’ goals.
In the spring my choir traveled to Prague, Budapest, and Vienna. Although the trip was only two weeks and may be viewed nearer to a tourist traveling event, I became very submerged and exposed to different cultures. My friends and I had a lot of free time which we spent solely meeting new people. I was excited to try new things, learn new things, and especially see new things. My choir would perform at numerous beautiful monasteries and churches. I expect to meet many different people being a doctor. Global awareness will help me have better consciousness of everyone I meet.
In terms of original inquiry, I want to do hands on research as much as possible. This will provide me with first person learning I need to become more properly exposed to medicine. Research greatly interests me because I want to learn with hands on experience.
In the process of becoming a doctor I expect to learn a very large amount. As an occupation, it requires additional schooling. I don’t view this as a burden, but a place to expand and grow. I’m excited to gain more knowledge, and I am looking forward to it as a place to help me accomplish my goals.
I am currently in the a capella group Buck That. In my past choir I was a section leader and hope I can expand as a leader through Buck That. In the future, I will have the opportunity to try to obtain a leadership position if I desire to. This is important in all aspects of my future. Becoming a better leader will help me in many future situations when I am in charge of anything. During high school, I was in Tri-M. This was a volunteer music group that, obviously, volunteered. Regardless of what event, it was something I enjoyed. I legitimately love the feeling of being helpful, kind and compassionate. If I want to be happy, I know I can do this by helping others. The G.O.A.L.S. that I am being taught will help me achieve my goals and that will help me achieve happiness.
Resume
Luke Colin
1814 Summit St. • Columbus, Ohio 43201 • Colin.7@osu.edu • 708.261.6403
Education
The Ohio State University Columbus, Ohio
Bachelor of Biological Sciences Expected May 2020
Current GPA: 3.522
Relevant Experience
Wexner Medical Center January 2018 – Current
Research Assistant
- Assist in running experiments with 12-18mo. old infants with severe sensorineural deprivations
- Code and analyze footage from head mounted eye trackers to study the affects of deafness on cognitive development
The James Cancer Hospital Volunteer August 2017 – Current
- Visit patients’ rooms to provide company
- Escort newly registered patients to the various departments they need to be
- Make the most positive experience for patients and their families
Grady’s Snack N Dine Homewood, Illinois
Server, host and busser August 2014 – Current
- Greeted and directed guests to ensure a positive start to their meal
- Served guests to provide the best experience possible
- Maintained table and restaurant cleanliness to better the appearance of the establishment
Volunteer and Leadership Experience
Peer Mentor for General Chemistry Students August 2017 – Current
- Advise several students in General Chemistry
- Teach important metacognition skills to improve success in classes
- Help younger peers through their transition from high school to college
Soccer Camp Coach Homewood, Illinois
July 2015 – Current
- Coached and directed ages 3-6 through very fundamental soccer skills
- Planned and lead around 20 children through daily activities and games
- Coordinated games and plans with other coaches and supervisors to expand the skill and knowledge of my players
Honors and Activities
- Member of The Biological Science Scholars
- Singer in Ohio State’s premiere all male acapella group “Buck That”
- Player on Ohio State’s indoor club soccer team