I have taken many rigorous courses over the past two years. One class that has really impacted me over the years has been Biology 1114. In high school, I loved chemistry and math but hated biology and physics. When I took Biology 1113, which is about cell structure and genetics, my freshman year, it just reminded me of high school and I was not interested in it at all. But when I got to Biology 1114 which is about evolution, behavior, and diversity in structure and function, it changed my outlook about the course. It was so interesting and I enjoyed the material. Going into the class my outlook was negative and I thought to myself why did I have to take another biology course. But after I finished the class, I realized I was just focused on one side of biology and I like the macro level. Learning about ecology and selection was intriguing. I have finished my biology requirements but if any class similar to this will help me fulfill my general elective requirement, I will happily take it.
Month: May 2020
Sophomore Year
Sophomore year had a lot of ups and downs but they taught me valuable lessons. My classes only got harder and work increased. I joined a new organization and took on new leadership roles. Managing school, work, and clubs was very hard but I did it by organizing my time well and having great people help me along the way. I was artistic director of an organization my friends and I helped launch called Buckeyes First. It is a great resource for first generation college students. I was elected as vice president of philanthropy for Alpha Gamma Delta in November. I joined club rugby in September because I wanted to try something out of my comfort zone. I ended up loving it and plan on continuing to play. I volunteered at CarePoint East as an ambassador and at Nationwide Childrens in the sibling clubhouse where I play with the siblings of patients in order to distract them. Being more involved and creating many cherished friendships has made me more excited for my third year in college. I know my classes will be challenging but I am prepared to take my junior year head on.
This e-portfolio highlights my experiences at Ohio State that have impacted me as person and helped me advance my career goals.
My personal vision statement would be: To be able to make a difference in someone’s life by going to medical school and becoming a surgeon. Not only is surgery challenging and intriguing but it gives the team of doctors the ability to help people lead better and fuller lives. This also affects the person’s family and friends which gives you the opportunity to make a positive impact on many people.
Kappa Delta Rho supporting Alpha Gamma Delta’s nighttime nacho fundraiser for fighting against hunger. Me (dressed up as the AGD mascot) with my sisters and a couple of KDR members.
Alpha Gamma Delta has an event called nighttime nachos every semester. It is my sorority’s main event that helps us raise at least $3,000 for our philanthropy. We host it at our chapter house and sell nachos, cookies, and other things to members of the community from 2pm-2am. Since I am really young, my assigned shift was the last shift of the night. But I came two hours earlier so I could help sell at the event. Ever since I was in high school, I have been an avid volunteer. Doing community service and raising money for a good cause always feels rewarding. Participating in this event not only helped me understand AGD’s philanthropy but seeing how much we raised made me feel very ecstatic for the amount of people supporting good causes in order to make a difference. This was my first philanthropy event and the sorority made it enjoyable for everyone while obtaining the fundraising goal for the event.