Within the Honors and Scholars programs, there are “G.O.A.L.S” that serve as a strong outline for what I will strive to accomplish during my time at OSU.
Global Awareness– Attending a university as culturally diverse as Ohio State is great for broadening my global awareness. I have already met and interacted with so many others who are very different than me with a different background, but still have so much in common with me. My first semester has already taught me to recognize and truy appreciate diversity and different cultures of the world.
Original Inquiry: Having a pre-health major, original inquiry relating to research could really help me with my studies as well as applying to grad school. I would love to be able to get involved with research and/or meet with prestigious researchers on and around campus that could teach me new information I could use as a springboard for my own original thoughts and questions.
Academic Enrichment: Being in a scholars program has already taught me so much about the importance of academics and how to enrich my studies here at Ohio State. On top of that, my rigorous schedule has taught me valuable time management skills that I will use for the rest of my life. In addition, I have utilized many valuable resources to help me enrich my academic experience such as tutoring, office hours, and the Younkin Success Center. I think it’s important for a student to be resourceful and not afraid of reaching out for help in order to get the most out of his/her education.
Leadership Development: Both academically and non-academically, I have always been one to withhold leadership positions within group settings. Whether I demonstrated my skills in a classroom, an extracurricular, or even at dance class, I learned something new about leadership every time I found myself in the position as a leader. I plan to use those skills I learned and have an open mind about new skills as I continually developing my leadership at OSU.
Service Engagement: Service is a huge part of the ACES Scholars program, and it is undoubtedly my favorite part. I believe it is our right as humans to give back to the community in which we live, so I have always been actively involved in volunteer work and community service. In high school, I volunteered a lot through Student Council and wanted to continue doing so in college. I strongly believe that after my four years at Ohio State, I will have contributed countless hours of service to my new community of Columbus