The thirst for knowledge has driven me ever since I could remember. Since early on, the study of science and geography have been passions of mine. Since I would frequently travel and move across the United States while I was younger due to my father’s military career, at first science and geography topics would merely keep me occupied when moving from one place to another. However, these passions soon molded my plans in life. Starting from the fourth grade, I began to hone these interests into a skill.
Ever since elementary school, I have studied geography and science, both becoming an avid passion of mine. While living in Hawaii, I made it to the state level of the National Geographic Bee while only in the fourth grade. During this event, I narrowly missed placing in the top ten. Although defeated, I realized that studying “where the Sankuru River is located” or the “impacts of slash and burn farming techniques” could maybe lead me to a profession in life. I continue to study and have a passion for both science and geography to this day.
After moving to Arizona, I again narrowly missed placing in the top ten as a seventh grader in the state National Geographic Bee. Determined, the following year I broke into the top ten, placing seventh …show more content…
The selection process was rigorous, requiring a formal interview, a test, and two prerequisite classes even to be considered. Out of the competitive pool of 70 applicants, I was one of 25 selected to be part of the program. It felt amazing, not only to be part of the program but also to elevate my aspiring dreams to become a member of the medical profession. The internship includes hands-on experience at numerous local and city-wide health centers and clinics in the San Antonio area. Upon completing the course, a certification test will be taken. If I pass the test, I will receive a basic radiology technician
Ever since elementary school, I have studied geography and science, both becoming an avid passion of mine. While living in Hawaii, I made it to the state level of the National Geographic Bee while only in the fourth grade. During this event, I narrowly missed placing in the top ten. Although defeated, I realized that studying “where the Sankuru River is located” or the “impacts of slash and burn farming techniques” could maybe lead me to a profession in life. I continue to study and have a passion for both science and geography to this day.
After moving to Arizona, I again narrowly missed placing in the top ten as a seventh grader in the state National Geographic Bee. Determined, the following year I broke into the top ten, placing seventh …show more content…
The selection process was rigorous, requiring a formal interview, a test, and two prerequisite classes even to be considered. Out of the competitive pool of 70 applicants, I was one of 25 selected to be part of the program. It felt amazing, not only to be part of the program but also to elevate my aspiring dreams to become a member of the medical profession. The internship includes hands-on experience at numerous local and city-wide health centers and clinics in the San Antonio area. Upon completing the course, a certification test will be taken. If I pass the test, I will receive a basic radiology technician