Artifact #1: Hockey

Hockey has always been a huge part of my life since I began to play in the fifth grade. I have learned so much about hard work, teamwork, and commitment, that the sport has truly shaped the person that I am today.  Hockey has been a way that I could develop and grow into a leader who can be confident in their decisions. I learned that often the most effective leader is the one who works to earn the respect of their teammates, and always gives their best effort for their team, no matter what the situation in the game. This method of servant leadership is something that I try to apply to every aspect of my life, where I try to work and accomplish things the right way. The game is something that truly brings me joy, and it is something that I hope will continue to bring me joy into my future.

Artifact #2: Faith

My faith is something that I’ve always taken very seriously and it something that I care about very much. Through Cru at Ohio State, I have been able to be a part of a christian community that supports me in my faith, as well as encourages me to learn from others in their beliefs as well. Cru provides an opportunity for me to have a community at Ohio State that I can identify with, and that can support me through my academic and social experience at the university. My faith has taught me to put others before myself, and I believe that this is one of the main reasons that I chose Humanitarian engineering, since I will have the opportunity to help people who may not have the resources necessary to improve their situation. Faith is a major part of who I am, and a guiding principle with who I want to be.