My goal this year was to determine if I felt architecture was the right path for me. I took classes that fulfilled some of the major requirements and took an elective second semester as well. I was able to explore what the major would involve through lecture as well as studio and now feel quite confident in my choice to pursue architecture. It employs a lot of my creativity, but it also pulls a lot from history which I really enjoy.

I have also taken other opportunities that have enhanced my experience like participating in extracurricular activities involving architecture such as AIAS and the Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and City and Regional Planning Scholars Program. These programs have offered me the chance to explore the subject from other perspectives which has also solidified my choice. I have gotten to see the more professional aspects of architecture and have also had the chance to explore architecture in person on a trip to Philadelphia. I have taken many steps throughout my first year that have diminished any doubts I may have had previously in regards to architecture.

I would like to focus on my interest in art and design by looking into ceramics and pottery. I see this as potentially aligning with the academic enrichment portion of Honors & Scholars GOALS because it may give me more creative insight when approaching architectural and even planning projects. I may have a better idea of form and space when considering the ceramics I make while working on architectural design. I think I will begin working on my project towards the beginning of second semester. I don’t know what opportunities I would have to begin pursuing this over winter break at this point in time, but I think it is something I will look into. I believe my first step would be enrolling in a ceramics course here at OSU which I have already done. I think my second step would be attending class and experimenting with the material they provide. I plan to meet these two steps by the beginning of second semester.

[ “G.O.A.L.S.” is a place where students write about how their planned, current, and future activities may fit into the Honors & Scholars G.O.A.L.S.: Global Awareness, Original Inquiry, Academic Enrichment, Leadership Development, and Service Engagement. For more guidance on using your ePortfolio, including questions and prompts that will help you get started, please visit the Honors & Scholars ePortfolio course in Carmen. To get answers to specific questions, please email eportfolio@osu.edu. Delete these instructions and add your own post.

• Global Awareness: Students cultivate and develop their appreciation for diversity and each individual’s unique differences. For example, consider course work, study abroad, involvement in cultural organizations or activities, etc.
• Original Inquiry: Honors & Scholars students 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. For example, consider research, creative productions or performances, advanced course work, etc.
• Academic Enrichment: Honors & Scholars students pursue academic excellence through rigorous curricular experiences beyond the university norm both in and out of the classroom.
• Leadership Development: Honors & Scholars students develop leadership skills that can be demonstrated in the classroom, in the community, in their co-curricular activities, and in their future roles in society.
• Service Engagement: Honors & Scholars students commit to service to the community.]