Global Awareness: In order to examine what it means to be a global citizen and to cultivate and develop my appreciation for diversity and each individual’s unique differences as well as examine the world’s complex, interdependent systems, as well as my own cultural backgrounds, I will involve myself with The Ohio State University’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion as a Morrill Scholar. I will engage myself within the community and introduce myself to people of all races and socioeconomic statuses, especially through volunteering work for underprivileged inner city youth. I look to my cultural group, Bangladeshi Students Association to provide me with the ability to interact with those with whom I share a common cultural background as well as to make a collective effort to help those internationally, such as through our fundraisers for UNICEF, Bangladesh. Academically, I look forward to the opportunity to study abroad or study Arabic and International Studies to gain a better understanding of the culture and political background and environment of the Middle East. Doing so will enable me to increase my knowledge of the world around me and make me more aware of the issues that surround various cultural and ethnic grounds as well as those issues which permeate our society today.
Original Inquiry: In order to 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, I will search for research programs across the country as well as engage myself in research with doctors and scientists both on campus and at the Wexner Medical Center. I will use my interest in studying demyelination and the mechanisms behind neurodegeneration to propel my research prospects to potentially develop a research project during my time at Ohio State.
Academic Enrichment: In order to pursue academic excellence both in and out of the classroom, I will engage myself and enrich my learning by taking vigorous honors courses, not just those of science, but also in the liberal arts by pursuing my interest in international studies through my GE’s. I will make use of the resources available on campus, such as my honors and neuroscience advisors, Peer mentors, and the Undergraduate Research Office.
Leadership Development: In order to build on my educational experiences to become a leader in society and the world, I will pursue co-curricular activities such as student organizations on campus including Buckeyes for Mentoring, MEDLIFE, and Global Health Initiative with the intentions of gaining leadership positions in them in the long run. I also intend to become a mentor for underprivileged youth in the community as well as apply to be a peer leader/mentor for survey class next year.
Service Engagement: In order to build on my educational experiences to serve society and the world, I will volunteer in local hospitals and get involved with Buck-i-Serve and or organize group trips to soup kitchens or to tutor youth in our community. I plan on someday within my 4 years here at Ohio State to start nonprofit work in Bangladesh to help underprivileged youth living outside of the city or even to provide medical care to those who can’t afford it otherwise in those parts of the nation.