My first semester at The Ohio State University has been a meaningful experience for me. Prior to the start of this autumn semester, I was concerned about being able to create friendships and getting acclimated to the nature of college life. But so far, my experiences in the Biological Scholars program have helped me accomplish both of these goals. It has also provided a good head start for me in developing a professional profile, through means such as the ePortfolio and the resume. Additionally, it has provided some insight to me about the resources that are available on campus and different avenues I can explore to further my research career.