My passion for learning is relentless; there are many topics I have yet to explore, discover, and master. As an employee of California State University, Monterey Bay my objective is to engage the students in a way that stems success in their chosen fields. Today’s job market is rigorous and many graduates are often left unemployed or underemployed. My desire to pursue the Instructional Science and Technology master 's program will help me create a stronger work environment for any students who may pass through my doors.
I received my Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences from University of California, Santa Barbara. I strongly believe education is the key to developing the future and by adopting new teaching practices to help advance the …show more content…
I took alternative science and general education classes instead of being guided through a stricter B.S. program and was able to broaden my horizons. I was introduced to the beautiful and strange world of parasites and neurobiology and immunology, as well as, the artistic world of theater and historical literature. My choice to venture off the typical path of a biology degree allowed me freedom to explore many courses I would have otherwise overlooked. On the surface, my various academic passions did not overlap; however, the studying skills and the ability to hold onto information became a universal platform I would continue to hone and …show more content…
I faced a new set of challenges in a new laboratory that was heavily dependent on biological hazards. I transferred my skills and learned new ones while learning to work within strict federal guidelines. I worked independently, but also worked within a team environment to process whole blood for hospital use. Additionally, I made the effort to learn about the individual processes at a cellular level, even though it wasn’t required. I went home and searched the internet for answers when my superiors were unable to provide them. I have since gathered my past experiences and can now teach my student assistants that advancing in the world requires a constant effort to
I received my Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences from University of California, Santa Barbara. I strongly believe education is the key to developing the future and by adopting new teaching practices to help advance the …show more content…
I took alternative science and general education classes instead of being guided through a stricter B.S. program and was able to broaden my horizons. I was introduced to the beautiful and strange world of parasites and neurobiology and immunology, as well as, the artistic world of theater and historical literature. My choice to venture off the typical path of a biology degree allowed me freedom to explore many courses I would have otherwise overlooked. On the surface, my various academic passions did not overlap; however, the studying skills and the ability to hold onto information became a universal platform I would continue to hone and …show more content…
I faced a new set of challenges in a new laboratory that was heavily dependent on biological hazards. I transferred my skills and learned new ones while learning to work within strict federal guidelines. I worked independently, but also worked within a team environment to process whole blood for hospital use. Additionally, I made the effort to learn about the individual processes at a cellular level, even though it wasn’t required. I went home and searched the internet for answers when my superiors were unable to provide them. I have since gathered my past experiences and can now teach my student assistants that advancing in the world requires a constant effort to