My “G.O.A.L.S.”

• Global Awareness: In an attempt to expand my knowledge and understanding of the world and other cultures, I am studying abroad in London this winter break. Hopefully, it opens my eyes to the world and helps me create connections to places outside of city, state, and country. I plan to study abroad again later in my years at Ohio State, so I can see more of the world and it’s diversity. In the past, I took a trip to France, Italy, and Greece which helped me develop more of an understanding of others in different parts of the world. Looking a bit closer to home, I also plan to explore new cities in Ohio and explore Columbus since it is right outside of my door.
• Original Inquiry: Research is something that I am very interested and invested in getting involved in. Personally, I would love to be part of a research team looking into different types of cancer and why each cancer develops the way it does in depth. I am also interested in pursuing a position researching more about human psychology and brain functions. This plays a large part in why people act as they do and how it affects society along with politics. If possible, I would also be interested in the psychology revolving around politics and political decision-making.
• Academic Enrichment: Developing my understanding and knowledge of the topics I am interested in and the world itself is one of my top priorities, not only in college, but in my lifetime. To accomplish this, I plan to take in depth and challenging courses so I can acquire the knowledge I want and to help me grow as a student and person, Along with this, I plan to involve myself in academic clubs and participate in study groups so I can be around a diverse yet similarly minded group of peole
• Leadership Development: In these next few years, I plan to develop my leadership skills through participation in clubs and activities that focus on the development of the skills and in leadership roles within those communities. Hopefully, I obtain leadership roles in the other clubs I am interested in and passionate about as well. Along with clubs, I hope to be a leader in the classroom and set a positive example through my hard work and attitude towards the subjects.
• Service Engagement: These past few years I have been very invested in being an active part of my community in my hometown by volunteering at the local humane society and soup kitchen. In my time here at Ohio State, I plan to keep being an active member serving my community by volunteering within the campus and Columbus. I am hoping to find an organization or two that focuses on helping young people with their educations or helping those in poverty with the items they need, such as food or clothing. Also, I would like to keep volunteering with a group that focuses on the well-being of animals and getting them adopted by families who want them and will treat them well.