When I originally applied to be apart of the scholars program I had a very different outlook for my life then as I do now, but the difference between the two is that I feel like I’m starting to figure out what I really want for my life. Through scholars I have been able to choose a major, business, that I feel like is really the best fit for me, and though this major may not ultimately lead me to a career in the health science field I have learned a lot from the activities and lectures in scholars regardless.
Not only has scholars taught me how to create a killer résumé, I’ve also learned to look more critically at the world and challenge previously held conceptions to bring about change and do some good – like the work done by the lawyer in the TEDx talk about looking at health holistically and prescribing patients things to meet their basic needs, like food and shelter, not just treating case by case illnesses.
On a more personal level, scholars has encouraged me to look at my own wellbeing and take time for myself to meditate while also motivating me to work harder. Our activity on personal health and wellness showed me that I needed to take better care of myself, and as a result of been making conscious choices to eat better and exercise more – healthy practices I hope to continue throughout college and into my adult life. The faculty office hour’s assignment has also encouraged me to be aware of all the resources available to me around campus to help me academically, which I definitely intend on using during my time here.
Overall I feel like I have developed an outline for the direction I want my life to head in and a scholar has left me feeling positive about achieving my goals.
Proud to say that OSU is my home and that I am a buckeye!
A career that I feel like finally fits my interests and my skills: law.
The most important people in my life, my biggest supporters, my family.
Link to resume: KatieSheridan_Resume_HSS