Intro to Me

I am a chemistry major at The Ohio State University from Cleveland, Ohio (Go Cavs!). I have been interested in science and other STEM fields since middle school when one of my science teachers opened my eyes to the wonders of science through multiple hands on experiments. Ever since then, my love for these subjects has continually grown. As of right now, after graduation I intend on attending dental school. Back home I work at a summer camp and am a leadership intern at a science camp for elementary school children. These experiences have been so rewarding and would love to continue working with children so I am considering a specialization in Pediatric Dentistry. I am extremely sociable and love being around people and I also love to help people in any way that I can. This is why I intend on joining many clubs and organizations here on campus with a focus of helping people in need. In addition to participating in these organizations and studying a lot, I plan to spend my time here on campus staying active. One of my main goals is to try to be the best version of myself that I can be, including physically. I love lifting weights so if I am not in class, studying, or at a club meeting, you can probably find me at one of the recreation centers on campus. I am looking forward to meeting new people this year at OSU!

Welcome to my Honors & Scholars e-Portfolio

This eportfolio aims to capture the key events during my time studying at The Ohio State University. It will showcase the various academic and nonacademic achievements that have shaped who I am today and who I will become throughout my time here.

Year in Review

[ “Year in Review”  is where you should reflect on the past year and show how you have evolved as a person and as a student.  You may want to focus on your growth in a particular area (as a leader, scholar, researcher, etc.) or you may want to talk about your overall experience over the past year.  For more information, go to: http://honors-scholars.osu.edu/e-portfolio. Delete these instructions and add your own post.]

G.O.A.L.S.

[ “G.O.A.L.S.” is a place where students write about how their planned, current, and future activities may fit into the Honors & Scholars G.O.A.L.S.: Global Awareness, Original Inquiry, Academic Enrichment, Leadership Development, and Service Engagement. For more information, go to: http://honors-scholars.osu.edu/e-portfolio. Delete these instructions and add your own post.

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.]

Career

[“Career” is where you can collect information about your experiences and skills that will apply to your future career.  Like your resume, this is information that will evolve over time and should be continually updated.   For more information, go to: http://honors-scholars.osu.edu/e-portfolio. Delete these instructions and add your own post.]

Artifacts

I have had the wonderful opportunity to be a part of the Morrill Scholar Program here at The Ohio State University. Through this program I am enrolled in a course called Team and Organizational Leadership. This course has allowed me to not only reflect on myself and the challenges I have overcome, but has also opened my eyes to the importance of diversity in our society. Coming from a small town where almost everyone had the same socioeconomic status, race, and background, I was not prepared for how this one particular class would change my outlook on the world around me. I knew before coming to Ohio State that I would meet people from all different backgrounds. What I did not understand, however, is how this would affect me personally.

The purpose of the class Team and Organizational Leadership is to not only understand how to use our personal background to enhance our own leadership skills, but to also learn how to use each and every person’s background to maximize their leadership skills as well. Through the class, I have learned that leadership is not selfish. Leadership is not using other people to achieve a goal. True leadership involves recognizing each and every person’s specific strengths and how they can be used so that everyone achieves their goals. In order to determine each person’s strength, one must first consider their background. By making a conscious effort to understand people’s history, a good leader is transformed into a great leader. Throughout my experience in the class, I have met people of all different backgrounds who all have different strengths and perceptions of the world. I have learned how to utilize these different assets in order to maximize the potential of not only the group as a whole, but the potential of each person as well. This class has enhanced my leadership skills while also transforming my outlook on diversity. I have come to realize that without diversity, our society would not advance. It is diversity that allows society to develop and progress due to our differences. I plan to use these valuable lessons that I have learned through this class to continue to strengthen my leadership skills.

About Me

[Your “About Me” is an introduction and should provide insight into who you are as a person and a learner.  This should include a picture of you that is appropriate in a professional/academic context. This information should be continually updated.  For more information, go to: http://honors-scholars.osu.edu/e-portfolio.  Delete these instructions and add your own post.]