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.
Above, are the GOALS of The Ohio State Honors and Scholars Programs. I have exemplified these qualities in my past, in my academic studies, in my professional experiences this semester, and with my time in the International Affairs Scholars Program.
Global Awareness: Through my many travels to France, Spain, England, Italy, Mexico, Canada, India, and all over the United States, I have been able to experience many different cultures and compare and contrast them with my own. From the different ways people speak all over America and Canada to the completely different languages I had to learn to make my way around France, Spain, Italy, and India. I enjoy seeing how even the simplest details of our everyday lives are different around the world: the two-hour, six-course meals served in France or the way merchants follow you in India to try and get you to buy their goods.
Original Inquiry: Last semester, I went to the Ohio State engineering career fair to inquire into internship and co-op opportunities. I sought to educate myself and get work experience through employment on my own. In a few weeks, I was fortunate enough to receive a job offer from GE Aviation. I am now expanding my knowledge of electricity and electronics and how to apply that knowledge in a professional company setting. This will significantly improve my future job prospects.
Academic Enrichment: In addition to my involvement in the International Affairs Scholars Program, I have taken a rigorous course load at The Ohio State University and currently have a 3.343 GPA. I am an Electrical and Computer Engineering major with a specialization in Electrical Engineering, and getting a double minor in Computer and Information Sciences and Nuclear Engineering. I came to Ohio State with 52 hours of transfer credit and graduated from high school Summa Cum Laude, Valedictorian, and with a 4.3 GPA.
Leadership Development: In my role at GE as a manufacturing engineer, I often have to coordinate and communicate joint actions with many employees at GE. I have set up meetings with GE leaders to effectively lead others, collect their inputs on the situation, and carryout a plan that will positively affect the company and the supply chain process here in Grand Rapids.
Service Engagement: I am a member of the Kappa Kappa Psi music, honorary, service fraternity at Ohio State. We serve those who take part in music and in the bands at OSU. We have worked with the communities around Ohio State, including the local Boy Scout troops, Kroger in Polaris, and local band competitions. In addition to those commitments, I am a committee chair of the Brotherhood Committee. This position requires that I coordinate with other chapters of Kappa Kappa Psi to serve them and help them serve their respective communities.