Artifacts

Second Artifact

This picture was taken during one of the many runs I conducted for an experiment in my Ecology class.  The experiment involved analyzing the foraging behavior of squirrels, and my partner and I were required to manipulate one variable that could have an impact on their foraging behavior.  We chose distance, seeing if squirrels would prefer to forage at closer or further food trays.  This experiment represented the first form of research I had ever conducted pertaining to wild animals, and serves as a key building block for me as I further my experience in Zoology.

Artifacts

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This artifact represents my experience of carrying out my Eagle Project.  The Eagle Project was one of the many things you had to undertake to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest rank in Boy Scouts.  My Eagle Project involved donating tennis equipment to an organization in inner Cincinnati called the Inner City Tennis Project (their mission was to give less fortunate kids the opportunity to play tennis).  It also involved conducting a tennis tournament which the organization’s kids participated in.  I learned that I was capable of exhibiting leadership qualities even in uncomfortable environments.  I was very introverted so it surprised me that I could pull it off.  I will use what I learned during this experience to play a more proactive role in situations where leadership is required.