Month: November 2020

Year in Review

Semester in Review (1st Semester)

I have grown and learned way more than I could have ever expected this semester. Before coming to Ohio State, I was so worried about being able to find friends and having the opportunity to get involved in activities that interest me. With coronavirus restricting most in- person events, I thought that I would be confined to my dorm for the semester. Despite the circumstances, I can say that I have been able to meet new people and try new things. I joined three different clubs, which has allowed me to further explore my interests. I decided to join Running Club in order to meet new people and to continue to do something that I love. I also joined Project Sunshine and BuckeyeThon, which have allowed me to get involved in service opportunities on campus and in the community. Along with that, being a part of Biological Sciences Scholars has allowed me to get more involved this semester. I have been able to meet new people with similar interests, and find groups to study for classes with. I have also had the opportunity to learn more about certain topics through the events that I was able to join and reflect on. This semester I have opened up more and challenged myself to go outside of my comfort zone. It was difficult to adjust to college at first, but I have learned how to manage the different aspects of my life so that I can fit everything in to my schedule.

The classes that I have taken this semester have challenged me and helped me to find what study techniques work best for me. I was most worried about taking Chem 1210 because of what I had heard from students who had taken it before, but I was able to surprise myself and do better in the class than I expected. This course has taught me a lot about discipline, and I have significantly changed my work and study habits as a result. Another course that I was nervous about was EEOB 3310.02 because it is an upper level class. When I learned that not many freshmen take the class until later on, I was worried that I would be unprepared and feel out of place. Although, I have definitely learned the most in this class, and it has made me more confident in my abilities. Along with that, this semester I have learned the importance of staying ahead on class work and not allowing myself to procrastinate too much. I also learned that office hours are a great way to ask questions and deepen my understanding of the topics discussed in class.

Overall, I am proud of what I have been able to accomplish this semester, and I hope to continue to grow and learn moving forward.

Career

Job Shadow at Dayton Children’s Hospital

January 3, 2020

I was able to shadow a pediatric nurse at Dayton Children’s Hospital in order to see what a typical day at the hospital may look like. I learned the routines that nurses and different doctors normally follow. I was able to learn a lot about safety and the steps that need to be taken in order to maintain a safe environment for all. Since it was flu season, I learned about the extra precautions that are taken when dealing with patients.

Job Shadow at PriMed in Centerville

February 11, 2020

I was able to shadow local physicians in my community a total of 4 times at PriMed in Centerville. I was able to shadow 2 different pediatricians, and 2 different physicians focused on family medicine. I hope to be a pediatrician in the future, so this experience was beneficial for me in order to see what goes on in this type of clinical setting. I was able to learn about the process that these doctors go through and what a typical day for them may look like. I was also able to see a swab test be performed, and I got to see how it is tested in the lab in order to determine what the patient may have.

G.O.A.L.S.

I chose to join Biological Sciences Scholars because I want to challenge myself throughout my time at Ohio State. I hope to get involved while on campus, and prepare for my future career. The G.O.A.L.S of the Honors and Scholars program match the personal goals that I have for my future.

G stands for Global Awareness, which focuses on learning and appreciating our differences. I have always been curious to learn about others’ lives and what is happening throughout the world. If I get the chance to, I would love to study abroad for a semester so that I can experience something new. I believe that I can learn more about myself while gaining a deeper understanding of a different culture.

O stands for Original Inquiry, which means getting involved in research opportunities. I am very interested in getting involved in research at Ohio State, and I think it is important toward furthering my learning and understanding. By my sophomore year I hope to have a position in a research lab with a professor on campus. I think it is rewarding to not only gain some experience in a lab, but to also be able to answer questions and learn more about a particular topic.

A stands for Academic Enrichment, which stresses the importance of academic excellence both inside and out of the classroom. I have always chosen to challenge myself because I believe that it allows me to learn and grow. I think it is more beneficial to push through something that may be challenging rather than choosing the easier option. This being said, I choose to sign up for courses that I know will challenge me in order to get the most out of my experience. I plan to continue to take challenging courses in the future in order to get the most out of college, and to really expand my learning. Outside of the classroom, I have gotten involved in many different clubs and activities to further add to my experience.

L stands for Leadership Development, which focuses on developing and demonstrating leadership skills. I believe that it is important to set an example for others to follow in order to better our communities. Seeing others around me make a difference has led me to want to do the same. I want to lead those around me to challenge themselves and do something for others. In college, I plan to be a leader to the youth in the Columbus community through the clubs Project Sunshine and BuckeyeThon. In the classroom, I hope to challenge my peers to think deeper and to help whenever they may need assistance.

S stands for Service Engagement, which means committing to help and serve the community. Volunteering has been a very important part of my life thus far, and I hope to be able to continue it throughout college and in the future. I have volunteered at Dayton Children’s Hospital for the past three years, and I hope to be able to this year as well. I also joined Project Sunshine and BuckeyeThon this semester, which are both clubs focused on service and helping others. I have had the opportunity to volunteer a few times with organizations in Columbus, such as socializing with bunnies for Ohio House Rabbit Society and learning how to reuse plastic bags in order to make blankets for the homeless. I hope to continue to get involved with service opportunities throughout college, and give back to the community.