Background and Education Plans
The end, or reason, for my life is something that had intrigued me early in life. As a child, I began to consider the origins of my name and learned that “Alexis” was derived from the ancient Greek word Alexos – which means, “to defend.” Through personal experiences and contemplation, I have made it my firm conviction that the end, or purpose, of my life is to defend and be of service to the people. My career objectives include completing my Bachelor’s degree (Honors) in Chemistry at Manchester University; serving as a commissioned officer in the US Armed Forces; pursuing admittance into a MD-Ph.D. or DO-Ph.D. program; and practicing as a research physician. Accomplishing these career objectives ensures that I not only “defended” my country but also, in some way, ensures that I “defended” the human condition by providing healthcare and researching topics that could potentially improve the quality of life. I am aware that pursuing this lifestyle calls for candidates with a high level of motivation. I believe that I am a qualified individual. I am a first generation American and college attendee. Coming …show more content…
As a Student Health Assistant (SHA), I help expand the University’s commitment in areas of self-care and health education. I help the University Nurse treat injuries and illnesses by taking the patient’s vitals, taking the patient’s “chief complaint,” and assisting with minor procedures. As a SHA, my health education responsibilities consist of writing bimonthly health education columns and designing educational materials for the annual health & fitness fair. At the Hope 85 clinic, I serve as a diabetes education leader. My responsibilities include designing and implementing learning activities related to Nutrition and Exercise. I help diabetes patients acquire practical knowledge that will hopefully make a difference in their
The end, or reason, for my life is something that had intrigued me early in life. As a child, I began to consider the origins of my name and learned that “Alexis” was derived from the ancient Greek word Alexos – which means, “to defend.” Through personal experiences and contemplation, I have made it my firm conviction that the end, or purpose, of my life is to defend and be of service to the people. My career objectives include completing my Bachelor’s degree (Honors) in Chemistry at Manchester University; serving as a commissioned officer in the US Armed Forces; pursuing admittance into a MD-Ph.D. or DO-Ph.D. program; and practicing as a research physician. Accomplishing these career objectives ensures that I not only “defended” my country but also, in some way, ensures that I “defended” the human condition by providing healthcare and researching topics that could potentially improve the quality of life. I am aware that pursuing this lifestyle calls for candidates with a high level of motivation. I believe that I am a qualified individual. I am a first generation American and college attendee. Coming …show more content…
As a Student Health Assistant (SHA), I help expand the University’s commitment in areas of self-care and health education. I help the University Nurse treat injuries and illnesses by taking the patient’s vitals, taking the patient’s “chief complaint,” and assisting with minor procedures. As a SHA, my health education responsibilities consist of writing bimonthly health education columns and designing educational materials for the annual health & fitness fair. At the Hope 85 clinic, I serve as a diabetes education leader. My responsibilities include designing and implementing learning activities related to Nutrition and Exercise. I help diabetes patients acquire practical knowledge that will hopefully make a difference in their