Global Awareness:
I plan to do some research abroad. I will do research abroad, many of the best laboratories in the world are outside of the United States. I would especially like to work in a European country because I will probably be working with ESA, the European Space Agency, later in life since I want to work for NASA. It is a good idea to learn about how labs in Europe differ from America so that I have knowledge about to understand the difficulties my colleagues might have.
Original Inquiry:
I want to do undergraduate research on campus as well, I’m going to do a thesis. This summer I did research on NH3 spectrum at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory and I enjoyed learning about all the different types of research while there. I will most definitely explore Ohio State’s research opportunities.
Academic Enrichment:
I am part of the Astronomical Society and Photography Enthusiasts club this year, and I plan to continue my involvement in both clubs throughout my time at OSU. As my college experience broadens I want to become an active member in a couple more clubs as well. I am going to take challenging classes both in and outside of my field of study.
Leadership Development:
I have never had trouble being a leader. My leadership issues stem more from the fact that I tend want to be the leader and am not comfortable as a follower and that I am over cautious. So during my time at OSU I want to work on improving those things. I need to learn to work more seamlessly with others by joining more group events. And I’m going to put myself out there more to deal with my over-cautious tendencies.
Service Engagement:
I’m very interested in talking to girls in the community about math and science, I think it will help a lot of middle school girls to know that math and chemistry and physics are not just careers for men. I have been looking into community service opportunities that would allow me to reach out into the community and do such a thing, such as the American Association of University Women.