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Author: makari.3
Year in Review
Honors Contract Year in Review Reflection
Global Awareness:
In the Autumn 2016 semester, I joined the student organization, MUNDO, which combines service and leadership with community engagement by providing travel opportunities for students to experience different cultures and spaces. I went on a trip to Los Angeles this past winter and got the chance to interact with locals and learn about some aspects of the lifestyle in the city from OSU alumni. I also learned of the relationship between the homeless population and the city’s residents. Learning about other cultures and people has allowed me to grow in my understanding of the differences between people and the importance of being accepting of everyone, even if their views and/or values differ. I plan to use my STEP grant to study abroad in the summer of 2018, mostly likely to travel to Rwanda as a way to learn in greater detail of the genocide which destroyed the country in the 1990s and the tragic implications a lack of tolerance and understanding can have on a society.
Original Inquiry:
In terms of engagement with research, I am currently in my Introduction to the Discipline of History (2800H) class which has detailed the importance of developing an argument and gathering evidence to back claims. We are in the process of writing a research proposal in which we have to locate and analyze sources we deem credible and use them to generate a claim about a particular issue and time period. With the tools I have learned, I may consider expanding this project into an undergraduate thesis as a part of my history major.
Academic Enrichment:
At the start of my career at Ohio State, I was an exploration student unsure of which direction to go when it came to my course of study. I knew the humanities would be where my interests fell though I did know how to narrow down my options with so many choices. I decided on history as my major because I believe it is important to understand the way people have interacted and how conflicts have unfolded as a way to prevent such problems from emerging again. The past is crucial to our understanding of today and learning of specific stories and experiences has sparked an interest in me. Along the same lines, sociology deals with how society functions and the institutions put in place which dictate how it runs. I hope to some day become involved in human rights work and background in the thought processes of people and groups will be essential for such work. My other minor in English serves as a way for me to consume quality literature and learn of the way people create narratives and record their thoughts. Writing and analysis are important transferable skills that I hope to continue to improve on. I want to challenge myself to study a range of topics because of how significant I believe them to be and so I can capitalize on all the opportunities I have here by learning as much as I can. I made an effort to choose plenty of upper level classes as a way to push my mind beyond its bounds.
Leadership Development:
I am currently the service coordinator on the executive board for Allies for Diversity, a leadership position I got this year. I have improved on my group work skills as I am on a team, working towards creating a productive organization. Communicating thoughts and ideas while also pointing out the issues that have emerged have become vital and will serve me well as I assume leadership positions in the future. I hope to work with others and lead initiatives in my career field in efforts to solve problems and do away with injustice in society.
Service Engagement:
BuckiServ Summer 2016 to Immokalee, Florida (Guadalupe Center)
BuckiServ Summer 2017 to Atlanta, Georgia (City of Refuge)
Some service components within student organizations I am a part of including MUNDO and Allies for Diversity.
I plan to get involved with Alpha Phi Omega next semester as a way to take part in service long-term as plenty of readily available service opportunities are provided through them.
G.O.A.L.S.
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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
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Artifacts
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About Me
I was born in Princeton, New Jersey back in 1996. My family then moved to Lemisol, Cyprus where in 1998 my sister was born. We settled down in Olmsted Falls, Ohio in 2000 and Ive lived there up until now where my next phase will be in Columbus! I am 75% Egyptian and have gotten the opportunity to travel to Cairo, Jerusalem, Israel, and Palestine. School has always been my top priority, especially history, but I enjoy art, softball, basketball, and theatre. I hope to continue taking part in some of these activities at OSU.
I have always loved learning in the classroom and places my family has traveled to and look forward to the college setting. At this point in time I am undecided and am in the Exploration program. My goal is to dip my toes into as many fields as I can, hopefully finding a few that I take a deep interest in. I also plan to study abroad and do some type of service work connected with the school. In addition, I hope to get as close to a 4.0 as possible all four years.
High school was a great experience for me in that I got the chance to be in numerous organizations and be involved regularly with the school. Every year I would get to know more people and I was able to develop close relationships. I look forward to exploring everything OSU has to offer and I’m excited for my first year to begin!