On April 23, 2017, the United States celebrated Earth Day as well as the first annual March for Science. The March for Science is a new national and possibly international movement during which scientists of all fields, students, citizens, and others  unite together in advocacy of one shared field: science.  The picture to the left is one of the many signs people in New York created to demonstrate their support. Moreover, the sign indicates the importance of science in the real world including medicine, life, energy, animals, and oceans. However, I happened to stumble upon this event by chance. During my final year of high school, I traveled to New York City with my class members. Like any other tourist, I traveled to the beloved Statue of Liberty, attended Broadway shows, and commuted to places like Rockefeller Center using the subway system. However, one advisor informed me that the March for Science would be taking place near Central Park, the next part of the class’s itinerary. Although the beauty of the natural and unique displays in the park sounded amazing, I couldn’t help but think marching for a cause in one of the most active cities in the world would be a rare occurrence if not a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Moreover, I was and still am a science enthusiast, so while many of my peers decided to explore Central City a select number of those excited for the march, including myself, joined the March for Science. Once reaching the march, I was enveloped in signs and people discussing their zest for the sciences and its application in government. I was also fascinated by the information being handed out to those participating. This experience defines my love for science above all else. Science is a crucial aspect of my life as I continue to pursue it throughout my education and possible career.