My first semester at The Ohio State University was an adjustment compared to High School and living at home, nonetheless, it was a great adjustment. This is the first time I have been independent (to a degree) and am forced to make my own decisions. Before college, my dinner was chosen for me, my schedule was laid out for me (between schools, sports, and work), my sleep schedule was regular (usually in bed by eleven and alarm goes off at seven). Now, I choose my dinner every night, my schedule is somewhat constant with regards to when I wake up and what times I have class. The time in between classes and in the evenings, varies each day.
I high school, my choice of classes to “enroll in” were limited. Every student had to pass certain levels of mathematics and social studies, complete four levels of English and science, take required electives (health, art, and gym). The time of day for each class was preselected; the school generated each student’s schedule. Here at Ohio State, it is my responsibility to enroll in courses; if I do not, then I may not be considered a full-time student or be on track to graduate. Here, I can choose which session I wish to be in as it relates to my personal preferences and established schedule. Here, aside from the required courses to graduate with an undergraduate degree in architecture (studio, structures, and history courses), I can enroll in an Italian Mafia Movies course, a yoga course, a history of chocolate course, etc. Here, I am responsible for enrolling, attending, and succeeding in each course as it will prepare me for my future.
During my time at Ohio State, I plan on being involved with Scholars (as I currently am), studying abroad, and joining AIAS and other student organizations. Currently, apart from being involved in Scholars, I am involved in the Ohio State Rotary Club and am in the Knowlton Mentor Program as a mentee. During my freshmen year, I intend on reaching out to an education abroad advisor (to assist in my plans to study abroad) and partake in the involvement fair to learn about other OSU student organizations. During my time in the architecture program, the goal is to network and be a mentee under a few architects to open my eyes to the world architecture offers.
Honors and Scholars has established G.O.A.L.S. and the activities and course I am/will participate in will develop my G.O.A.L.S. and evolve my character, forming a more well-rounded individual.
