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Hi! My name is Maeve Walsh, and I am a freshman at The Ohio State University. I grew up in Rocky River, OH, a suburb outside of Cleveland (go Cavs!), and with numerous relatives who are OSU alumni, I can’t wait to experience life as a Buckeye. I am double majoring in Political Science and Journalism, and I am part of the International Affairs Scholars program. Although I’m not sure where my career will take me, I know I want to incorporate my passion for politics, world affairs, writing, foreign language, and travel into my profession. As the former editor of my high school newspaper, I have gained a deeper understanding for the importance of journalism in our society, and I hope to advance my adoration of the written word by involving myself with The Lantern and/or the Journal of Politics and International Affairs at OSU. I am particularly passionate about helping underprivileged and marginalized communities, which is why I hope to get involved with Buck-I-Serv and other service groups on campus. In high school, I participated in Appalachia Service Project (ASP), a one-week service project in the summer dedicated to repairing homes for impoverished people in the Appalachian region. ASP quickly became one of my favorite activities, and my passion for social change definitely grew as a result. I love working with others, and I am eager to take advantage of opportunities at Ohio State where I can interact with both like-minded people and those with different perspectives. I also plan on studying abroad to further my relationships with teachers and students, while developing my understanding for my areas of study and different cultures.