Please identify your chosen major and explain why you chose this field? * When I first entered college, I didn’t know what I wanted my career to be. Although after completing a psychology course with Dr. Francine Rosselli-Navarra, I was greatly influenced to realize I didn’t just want to study biology, but also psychology. She had taught me that psychology is a science that studies thoughts and behavior, so when I combined biology and psychology, I discovered the major of Neuroscience. Therefore, when transferring, I found that the University of Arizona had an excellent program that would assist me in achieving my educational endeavors in Neuroscience.
Why is it important for you to graduating with a STEM major? * By having a degree in a STEM major, will allows me to further expand my knowledge. So I can teach and inspire the future generations within my major of Neuroscience.
What was the last math class you took? When was it? *
The last math class I took was Calculus II in the spring 2015 semester at Manchester Community College.
What are your long-term career goals and why? *
I am focused on becoming a researcher in the
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I have accomplished multiple Psychology, Biology, and Math classes that have taught me information on how to conduct research. Though after reading and analyzing many research articles, I wish to start opportunities that allow me to assist with research and receive hands on involvement. Although, I do not have any previous research involvement, the Transfer ASEMS Scholars Program will allow me to receive more in-depth education and other opportunities to experience how research and laboratories are conducted. I am excited and enthusiastic for opportunities to participate in hands on research to allow me to achieve the experience and help me achieve my goal of having my own laboratory in the