Reflection on the G.O.A.L.S./ Sophmore Year in Review

  1. Global Awareness

    • Students will 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.  How have your course work and other undergraduate experiences helped you to develop a global perspective?

    So far to develop my global awareness, I have taken two semesters of Hindi. This class has allowed me to polish my father’s native tongue while exposing and reminding me of authentic aspects of Indian culture. To continue to work toward this goal of global awareness, I intend to not only continue learning Hindi, but also taking advantage of trips abroad that Ohio State offers. This summer for instance, I will be going on an adventure trip to Australia and New Zealand through Ohio State Rec Sports. It should be a fun time for sure, but also a chance to expose myself to a country and culture I have never been to before.

  2. Original Inquiry

    • Honors & Scholars students will 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.  What contributions to research, creative works, or scholarly inquiry have you made as an undergraduate student?

    One experience that I actually had this semester that helped me understand the research process was in Biology 1114 where we conducted a group investigation on the anti-microbial properties of spices. This helped me understand and experience the broad world of scientific investigation, the inevitable certainty of mishaps in experiments, and the resilience to continue to inquire despite the setbacks. To continue towards my understanding of scientific inquiry, I will be shadowing/volunteering at a lab at Case Western Reserve University where my mentor, Dr. Alvarez-Carbonell, is currently investigating AIDS/HIV’s affects and spreads in the brain. This summer, I hope to learn more about applications within Neuroscience and the implications of research in this area, while cultivating a passion for the field.

  3. Academic Enrichment

    • Honors & Scholars students will pursue academic excellence through rigorous curricular experiences beyond the university norm both in and out of the classroom. How does your planned curriculum relate to your future aspirations? Consider, for example, the following questions: Why did you choose the major(s) (and minor(s), if any) you chose?  Why did you select the GE courses you have chosen?  How do your selections demonstrate a commitment to excellence?  How has your curriculum prepared you for your future endeavors?

    My Honors Contract outlines a plan of future study in Behavioral/Systems Neuroscience with classes that I am interested in. These classes are ones that I have chosen to stretch my intellect and prepare me for potentially going to medical school after graduation. I chose the major of Neuroscience because it allowed me to explore elements of human psychology while also learning about the more empirical, biological side of neuroanatomy and physiology. On top of that, Neuroscience is a budding field that has a wide range of applications that may lead to the furthering of our understanding of human behavior and consciousness. I selected a variety of GE courses to expose me to a broad, well-rounded curriculum of study, but I specifically chose several economics courses because I am interested in Neuroscience applications in human decision making at the consumer level. These selections will help me prepare myself for further education after graduation and develop my skills within a developing scientific field that may have a great impact in the future.

  4. Leadership Development

    • Honors & Scholars students will develop leadership skills that can be demonstrated in the classroom, in the community, in their co-curricular activities, and that prepares them for their future roles in society. With which activities are you involved?  How does your involvement contribute to your development as a leader?  How does your involvement relate to your personal and/or career goals?  How have your involvements (for example, in student organizations, internships, work, community involvement, etc.) contributed to your personal, professional, and intellectual development?  How would you describe your leadership style?

    This semester I have explored a club called Sky, a wellness/mindfulness group devoted to community service and meditation. My involvement has contributed to my personal awareness and resilience, both things that I hope to continue to learn more about. I was interested in getting involved at Sky because of their dedication towards improving self-awareness, service, and stress relief.

  5. Service Engagement

    • Honors & Scholars students will commit to service to the community. With which activities are you involved (both ongoing and short-term commitments)?  How do you plan to continue to engage with the community?  Did your service involvement contribute to your understanding of a social issue or problem?  If so, how?

    At present I have not been involved in too much service, but have considered applying to Ohio State’s Semester of Service program, a leadership and service program that assigns students to local nonprofit organizations. By applying and hopefully participating in this program I hope to learn more about giving back to the community especially in areas of need.

About Me

[Your “About Me” is a brief biographical statement that might include your intended major, your academic interests, your goals, as well as the things that make you unique.  Definitely include a picture! Also, remember that you can always update this post at any point. 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.]

Year in Review

[ “Year in Review”  is where you should reflect on the past year and show how you have evolved as a person and as a student.  You may want to focus on your growth in a particular area (as a leader, scholar, researcher, etc.) or you may want to talk about your overall experience over the past year.  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.]

G.O.A.L.S.

[ “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.]

Career

[“Career” is where you can collect information about your experiences and skills that will apply to your future career.  Like your resume, this is information that will evolve over time and should be continually updated.  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.]

Artifacts

[Artifacts are the items you consider to be representative of your academic interests and achievements. For each entry, include both an artifact and a detailed annotation.  An annotation includes both a description of the artifact and a reflection on why it is important to you, what you learned, and what it means for your next steps.  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.]