Intellectual growth and curiosity outside of the classroom are values in which I believe have allowed me to harbor success in academia. The ability to learn in a setting that is not enclosed by four walls and to forgo the traditional environment of textbooks, lectures, and homework assignments, is something I have always taken the time to seek out in my life.
Within the scope of academia, I have had many interests that I would like to explore more in depth in a research setting. Science, computer science in particular, has always been a subject matter that is deeply intriguing to me. As a young child, I would take apart computers and reassemble them, toy with the intricacies of computer software, and do my best to understand the unknowns of the
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That yearning to comprehend the numerous aspects of the scientific world still exists within me today.
Unfortunately, I have not yet had the experience of working in the research industry. I have spent the majority of the time in my life exploring my interests without truly delving into one specific area of focus. Due to this fact, I was reluctant towards the prospect of dedicating all of my attention to research. Time has progressed however and I now feel as though I am more than ready to study the unknowns of the computer science and conduct research in a formal setting.
I believe in setting goals for myself; usually lofty, these ambitions are entities in which I know I can attain. The most immediate goal of mine is to graduate with a degree in Computer Science from Bowdoin College holding a spot within the top quarter percentile of my graduating class. Afterwards I plan on enrolling at Cambridge
While discussing the unknown frontier that scientists must endure, Barry describes a “wilderness region” that is unfamiliar and new. He continues to say that scientists venture “through the looking glass” into a new frontier. These devices help to create familiar ideas that the audience will understand in an unfamiliar situation. A simile used to compare research to a “crystal” by explaining that “probing” was to “ precipitate an order out of chaos,” much like a crystalline structure forms an ordered structure. Finally, Berry implements a metaphor in order to describe what follows a discovery. He describes “a flood of colleagues” that “ pave roads over the path laid.” This metaphor describes how science continuously changes, one discovery after another while ultimately communicating the patience and curiosity a scientist must have. The culmination of these figurative devices teach a new way of an audience that is unfamiliar with the author's theme.
Many people are inclined to say why would science even wish to peruse this method of research? Lewis Thomas says in his essay "The Hazards of Science" It would seem to me a more unnatural thing and more of an offense against nature for us to come on the same scene endowed... ... middle of paper ... ... J. Michael Bishop states that "The price of science seems large, but to reject science is to deny the future.
I believe each one of us is gifted with a certain potential, and we are trimmed and molded accordingly by the tribulations of time until we reach our goal. Julia Roberts is an actress, Ronaldo a soccer player, and I am a doctor. What separates me from them is that, they have mastered the art, which in essence fulfills their destiny while I still soldier on with hard work in hand, and ambition right ahead. A wise man once said ‘Success is a journey, not a destination. Have faith in your ability rest will be just fine’. Inspired by my mentor at Shifa Clinical Research Center Islamabad, who I credit for my understanding of the sublime nature and cause of the term ‘research’, I wish to be on board as faculty at the institution in
John Barry’s piece explores that science is more than the outcome of an experiment but rather the questions asked in the process. Through many different types of rhetorical strategies, he addresses the need to be uncertain to be a successful scientist.
My academic plans as a undergraduate at IU is to be in SPEA, major in Public Affairs/ HR Management, and minor in Sign Language. My goal is to graduate with a Bachelors of Science in Public Affairs degree with a minor in Sign Language. I knew I wanted to attend IU since I transitioned from 8th grade to 9th grade, and management and dealing with the public always fascinated me. My minor holds a special place in my heart. My mom is deaf, and sign language has always been our only form of communication. I want to be able to communicate with everyone I come into contact with no matter if they can hear/speak or not.
As a student employee for Indiana University’s department of campus recreational sports, I have collaborated with professional staff of recreation to promote and inspire individuals, both students and faculty and staff members, across campus to lead healthy, active lifestyles and am dedicated to helping others recognized what recreation can offer them. Consequently, I am currently applying to the Recreation Administration program at the University of Mississippi Graduate School. Over the course of my undergraduate studies at the Indiana University Bloomington campus, I managed to complete my degree in Exercise Science within the School of Public Health with an overall GPA of 3.02 after overcoming a difficult transition from a small town high school to Big Ten college life. Through the determination
Research during periods of normal science is not ground-breaking (SSR, 35). Instead, research is composed of (i) solving problems very similar to those that have already been solved, or (ii) refining answers that have already been attained (both SSR, 34). Frank Parajes (2004) describes the process as “mopping up”. Kuhn uses the term puzzle-solving to refer to this type of work (SSR, 35-43).
My Academic and Career mission statement (77) has been expanded to include my “Self-Concept” (69) and to see the acquisition of a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications with a minor in Creative Writing and Digital Media and Video Production as tools to empower and ensure that I am fully accountable and self-realized as an artist, writer, and independent, creative innovator using a wide variety of mediums as forms of self-expression and community engagement, education and evolution. Fully engaging in the art and academic community will allow me to grow as an artist, fulfill my life purpose and contribute to society on greater levels. Beyond monetary gain or career popularity, I will fulfill a deeper sense of purpose, involvement, and responsibility
Review of Research Skills and Experience This essay will help me examine my experience with research and any skills I have learned along the way. I think this process will evoke many emotions; such as intimidation, anxiety, fear, and excitement. We all have strengths and weaknesses, some we know and others we do not. I do not know what I do not know yet; but I will learn many things as I move forward.
"We often think of science as something inescapably linked to progress, and of progress as continually marching forward. We assume that there is something inevitable about the increase of knowledge and the benefits this knowledge brings" (Irvine & Russell). Provide humanity with wisdom and speculative enjoyment. This enjoyment of the public is through reading, learning and thinking. But scientists are met with the real research work.
As I am preparing for a new chapter in my life, I have put a lot thought in about what I want out of life and what to look forward to as I get older. In order for one to achieve anything, they need to set goals to reach for. I have a handful of goals for my future, short term and long term, that I will actively work towards in my college years and beyond. In my time at UW Eau Claire, I plan to be involved and engaged in student activities on campus. Being active will help me meet new people, build a better resume, and have fun at college. At UWEC, I would like to get involved in anything musical, along with various clubs and Greek life. Similarly, another goal of mine is to have a job on campus. Having a job will not only help me make some
The academic journey from my childhood up to my ongoing college experience was an important role in defining who I am as an individual. Like any other person, I eventually gained the understanding and importance of essential qualities like time management, work ethic, developing strong mental mindset, and many other things throughout my years of education. Fortunately for me, I became aware of these things much earlier than my peers around me. However, being aware of these things was only a fraction towards success. Over time I’ve realized that the most critical part of success was gaining the discipline and willpower to apply these lessons and concepts.
learning how to use the computer. But I liked to have my own computer so I
My first real experience with computers, as we know them today, was while I was in the Navy. Once we learned to use commands called "Dos", we could make the computer do unbelievable things. I became obsessed with learning as much as I could abo...
My journey as a student has always been focused on the path to college and success. Before I even set foot in kindergarten my mother, a college dropout, always told me that “honor roll wasn’t an option” and that I would be attending college in the future and achieving a degree. Most of the time I made these requirements. Most of the time I was awarded honor roll or had a newly edited list of colleges to attend, but sometimes life got in the way of my dreams of achieving success.