The G.O.A.L.S. objectives outlined by the Honors and Scholars Center offers several perspectives on how take a well-rounded approach to an academic community. By being a member of a Scholars Program, I will be able to apply several of these points to my academic life and future career goals. I would like to pursue a career in scientific research following my undergraduate career. To achieve this, I believe that two of these points will be vital to my success. These points are global awareness and original inquiry.

Global awareness is a key aspect of conducting scientific research. During my interview project for STEM EE Scholars, I learned from faculty that collaborations with faculty from other institutions around the world is a common practice. By engaging with scholars from around the world, I will be able learn more about both scientific fields that intrigue me and global cultures. Each year of high school, I progressed through classes in the French language and culture. Although I felt that I was able to effectively learn the language in a classroom setting, I also recognized that many aspects of the culture and language could only be learned by interacting with those who live in the culture. During my time at Ohio State, I would like to take the opportunity to study and conduct research in France. This will allow me to further both my scientific and French language skills.

Original inquiry is vital to a researcher’s success in a scientific field. Ohio State offers several grants and summer programs through the Office of Undergraduate Research and Creative Inquiry. I plan on taking advantage of these opportunities by participating in research in Plant Pathology and Molecular Genetics. Ohio State summer research programs, such as the Next-Generation Evolutionary Biology program, offer a way for undergraduate students interested in research to spend a full summer working alongside faculty conducting game-changing research. Programs such as these will be beneficial towards guiding my research interests and career path.

[ “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.]