Overall, I feel like I grew and developed a lot this semester.  I was confronted with classes that were tougher than the ones I had taken freshman year and expected to pass them.  However, I was able to not just pass them but do well in them, proving that I can handle the tougher prerequisites for my major.  However, there was one major exception, and that was Organic Chemistry.  I found it to be the toughest class I had ever taken and ended up dropping it as a result.  Luckily, I was able to save my GPA in making this move, as I was close to failing the class.  However, I did a lot better in every other course, and I have a plan in mind to develop my Organic Chemistry skills over the summer.  Thus, I realized that I will have to be more dedicated and studious if I want to succeed in certain classes that are tough for me.

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.