My professional career goal is to develop and explore innovative research that targets increased energy efficiency and sustainability through improved catalytic materials. While I have no doubt that I want to pursue a research career in this field, I have often viewed the question of why as quite daunting. However, I have come to realize that my primary motivators can be distinctly defined: the prospect of doing something that no person has achieved, an appreciation for the frequently challenging efforts that a successful research project necessitates, and the potential to have meaningful and widespread impact through societal outreach.
As an undergraduate at Colorado Mesa University (CMU), I was part of a research group focused on the valorization
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While relatively few people find scientific research an enticing and invigorating prospect, I find it to be an incredibly worthwhile challenge, and am inspired to spread that passion to others. As an undergraduate, I undertook many opportunities to expand interest and engage in community outreach. As treasurer of the Chemistry Club, I was afforded many opportunities to share my enthusiasm for scientific research to others. I participated in numerous demonstrations, the most impactful being a demonstration for a group of pre-school students. We prepared "elephant toothpaste" inside of jack-o-lanterns, causing the reaction to erupt from the pumpkins' eyes and mouths. The simultaneously excited, interested, and mystified response of the students was incredible and cemented my passion for outreach. Additionally, I volunteered as a judge for the annual Western Colorado Regional Science Fair from 2012-2015. Listening to the excitement in the young students' voices about when their experiments went well, or the pride of overcoming an unexpected hurdle was invaluable. Interacting with the students allowed me the opportunity to offer advice on getting involved in research and science-focused clubs and activities. Since graduating, I have found several ways to continue outreach. I often return to CMU to discuss post-graduation prospects with current students. Furthermore, I enjoy frequently presenting my research and will do so at several upcoming conferences, including the 2016 ACS National
An individual’s intellectual curiosity to gain knowledge of the unanswered questions becomes a catalyst for the advancement of a society. Mercer University’s undergraduate student research program challenges a student to discover the unknown and sets a foundation for growth in critical thinking. Unlike any other colleges, Mercer University provides opportunities to turn an imagination into a reality that benefits the lives of the people. Through the research program, I would like to contribute my passion in serving others in need by discovering ways to find a cure for childhood cancer and creating innovative ideas to help the lives affected by cancer.
As I was helping oversee the young students competing in various science-based events, I was enthralled
My involvement in the Science Olympiad community has stemmed from the 7th grade and my dedication is unremitting. If I had to continue only one activity, Science Olympiad would be at the forefront because of the opportunities it has provided me to learn and grow. Since junior high, it has provided me a medium to excel my passion for science and learn more about the world around us. My eagerness to learn has been matched and cultivated by the dedicated coaches and volunteers and I cannot let my drive perish while attending college. The community dedicated time to assist me and I have, as well, dedicated time to teach younger Science Olympians. In college, whether it is being involved with collegiate level science competitions and/or volunteering
Profession of Nursing is always regards as a complex, dynamic and noble. The nursing profession requires many things such as hard work, a vast knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a passion for the noble profession. All these qualities are needed to be an effective nurse. Today, nurses are living in a world of ever changing field of medicine .The present patient statistics poses, nurses are expected to take responsibility of accomplishing the requirements. The requirement for excellent nursing skills is added as well as well-formed skills in different aspect. Because of the high demand in excellent nursing care, the IOM have declared the recommendations for the future of nursing.
“Never underestimate your own strength. You were born for a purpose and are blessed with the power to achieve it” (Leon Brown). I have this quote printed out and on the wall next to my door so I can see it every day as a reminder to myself. I believe that we all have a purpose on this earth and that everything we go through on the journey there has a reason whether to teach a lesson or set an example. We have places where we want to end up and goals we want to achieve. We set these goals and dreams to help us fulfill the purpose we see for ourselves. I believe my purpose is to help people in their times of need. To fulfill my purpose, I will need to use my personal, academic and career goals to create a pathway to get to where I want to be
In what areas (e.g., selection and placement, organizational development, performance management) will you, as a business psychologist, affect or contribute to the business world? How will your contributions differ from those with an M.B.A. or other business training?
Ever since I began studying science and mathematics at all levels of educations I have always had an interest in the production of useful materials. In the growing turmoil of today; a world full of global warming and diminishing resources, questions often arise in my mind such as, "can we make a more efficient, more durable and a renewable resource that will overshadow fossil fuels? and have less of an impact on our environment?" Up to now, I have not found a solution to these questions and answering these questions is a personal aspiration of mine which I aim to fulfil by achieving a degree in Chemical engineering and eventually I will contribute to the field in my own unique way. The debate surrounding sustainable energy fascinates me, having recently learned from personal research I have understood what an authoritative role chemists and chemical engineers play in the industry at the present time and how, by working as a team, they contribute to an improved future for the whole world. However, one of the main reasons that has single-mindedly driven me this far to want to study chemical engineering is a book I have read, “Beyond the Molecular Frontier: Challenges for Chemistry and Chemical Engineering” While reading this book, I had solidified my understandings of what chemical engineering is all about. Also, one of the main processes mentioned was polymerisation and is something I already study in A-level chemistry, it is something that not only interests me, but is a personal career aspiration of mine. Reading this book gave me a determination to be the person who helps improve the future of the industry and provide an answer to the questions I always ask myself by studying this degree.
Benefits of undergraduate research One of the aims of this chapter is to encourage the undergraduates to participate in research during their undergraduate studies. Bunnett argued that participating in undergraduate research not only benefits students who join research careers, but all the participants will benefit from it(1). In this section, we will emphasize on the outcomes and the benefits of doing research during undergraduate level by illustrating on the value of the research experience as described by students. To demonstrate the specific benefits of doing research during undergraduate levels, SEYMOUR, E et al. did a study that had been going on for two summers among students who participated in an undergraduate research program to see what impacts the program had made, where the program main goals were to improve the students’ scientific knowledge, evolve their scientific reasoning, increase their interest in science, and promote the understanding of science (2).
Over the years, I have developed an innovative approach to teaching and conducting research with undergraduates through creating and presenting course materials in both laboratory and classroom settings. In my experience, the best teaching involves concrete, hands-on examples, so I engage students in my courses by encouraging the maximum laboratory participation possible.
that I wanted to pursue a career in the medical field but I was not sure
My long-term goal is to be a professional skateboarder and make a living off of it . I honestly do see myself as a professional skateboarder because I do work so hard and also because i’m a very motivated person.The kind of work that I would be doing is showing up to lots of contest,demo's so that kids can experience or view what professional skateboarders
As is the case in many of Arkansas’ school districts, science doesn’t always get the emphasis it deserves. Dr. Monica Mobley, a science educator at Southside Charter High School, is a proud, self-proclaimed STEMinist and advocate for science interests of all sorts. Dr. Mobley, whenever I first met her, struck me as a true mad scientist. She seemed totally immersed in the scientific world, and she didn’t focus too much on other’s opinions of her. I learned about five minutes into one of the first AP Biology lectures just how passionate she was about science. Never had I ever imagined that someone could be so enthusiastic about water and its many applications to living organisms. She was practically jumping for joy throughout the whole lecture! I also
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
Growing up, goals change dramatically. A five-year olds goal is to get the coloring page done. As people go through school, goals obviously change. A freshman’s goal may be to learn the school so he or she doesn’t get lost. Senior’s goals grow to finding where they will spend the next four years or what kind of career they will grow upon. Then, of course goals continue to change as people get older and enter into different stages of life. In this essay, I am going to talk about how my goals in different aspects of my life and how they have transformed, what they are currently, and what they may turn into in the future.
My ideal career would allow me to do something that interests me. I enjoy working with words and with numbers. I've also had success in the areas of technology and customer service.