Blog #4

There is not enough words for me to describe my philosophy class. For the most part it was really intresting because the teacher shared some of my beliefs. I have to admit though that the class did have its boring days. The reason for that was because we talked about the readings that we had for the night, which were pretty boring anyway. It is not the author I am criticing but what it was about at first. The class overall would be really easy if we did our work and had our attention on the teacher for the whole time. Besides on the boring days I knew that i was not the only one that wanted to fall asleep. Part of that was because the teacher was such a calm voice that it makes you drift away. He was really cool though, especially when he told stories. I would recommend this class to students that are really intreseted in poverty and genetics. I would say that it is definately not like high school because of the time you are in there and you are on your own to do the homework.

Blog #3

On Monday I was given the chance to meet with Sherman Petite, the recruitment person at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. He spoke to a group of us about the seventeen different programs they offer. Mr. Petite also gave us some handouts that show the classes or degree you need to have before you participate in the program. A program of interest to me is the college of nursing because if I do choose to go into the medical field that would be my major. In the end of his presentation he handed us a paper that had how many students applied to UNMC and how many got accepted. It was the most interesting because out of 1373 applicants for the college of medicine only 121 made it to the class. I really enjoyed having him as a speaker although I have heard a couple of the subjects he talked about.

Blog #2

What are your achievements? High school has been the place where I have devoted my time and effort for the past two years. There are two things that I have put more than 100% percent into though, which would be Dual Language Club and Senior Class Officers of 2009. Dual Language Club has had to be my highest priority this past school year because I was on the executive board. I was voted on early in the year so I had to spend a large part of my time working with not only the members, but the sponsors the full term. The club offers many volunteer opportunities and activities to get to know the members even further. The proudest achievement taht I received is having been chosen to be a senior class officer. It was the best thing because it is the class that votes for you to be on it. I felt very privilaged to have been voted on because I know that from that acitvity I have the opportunity to learn how to improve my leadership skills. It also gets me more involved with the many activities held throughout the school. What issues are important to you? Today the news is run by the media and can exaggerated to the extent that is wanted. Still there is an issue that seems to rarely come up, poverty. A large portion of the world's population falls below the line of what is either considered poor or worse. It is a very important issue to me because I come from a place, which is thought to be a country of low income. Some people think that poverty is an issue that does not concern them, but on the contrary it is. Poverty was caused over time by our ancestor because of wars and other problems that took power away from vonruble contries. I believe that every person should be given the opportunity to live a life whithout any worry of finances. A world where there is no suffering might only appear in dreams, but we never know if it is possible because we never pay any attention to it. Who has been an influence on you? When a child is born and you hold it in your arms you would never think if they would look up to you. Well, I think my mother might have thought that when she held me in her arms. She has taught so many things from being patient to showing me how to treat others. In my early childhood I remember her showing me the right way to introduce myself and how to treat my elders. Every single thing stayed with me, since she made sure that I never forgot any of it. A mother is a very special person that needs to be respected because they have gone through many pains including birth. I admire my mom and I will always aspire to be like her while still being me. Why do you want to attend our school? As a young girl I wanted to get married to prince charming and have many kids, well many girls did too. Yet, I would have never thought that my dream would be to go to college and make something great of myself. My castle in my present dream is called the University of Nebraska at Omaha. After only have been attending class at UNO for two weeks I have fallen in love with everything it has to offer. The university is so easy to get around in, so I know that there is not a big possiblity of getting lost. I enjoy the have a special major for those students who are undecided because I would belong in that category. There are also many soroities and many other clubs that sound really intresting. UNO is my castle where I hope my dreams to unfold and become something better. The teachers and student are really outgoing. Plus there are still many things to discover that I know will be exciting if I will be the opportunity to attend.

1. What was most encouraging and motivating to you and why?
The most motivating thing to me is to have this opportunity. I know that I have to have a future after high school and the program has been showing me that it is easier than it seems. College admission and classes are hard, but having that drive really helps. Summer Scholars is that drive for me because I have met so many great people that I know will always be there for me when I need help in school.

2.What was the most challenging and why?
The most challenging for me has been trying to use my time wisely. I'm a complete procrastinator and having so much free time does not help. When I first saw the syllabus for my class I knew that I had to change my habits in order to keep up. So, far I have done a good job in trying to use the a certain time to study and a different time to have fun. I still know that I will probably be wasting time in the next few weeks by doing something I'm not supposed to (myspace or facebook).
3.What did you learn about yourself? Describe the experiences that led you to this new information about yourself.
I learned that I am a huge procrastinator and a stubborn person. I know that when something is due in two week I will probably do it the night before. That is just how I work especially when it comes to school. My mom knows that it takes more than one try to get me to do something and I finally realized that if I do not get myself convinced I need to do something I won't do it.
4.What experiences have made a difference or have had a positive impact on you and why?
The challenge course at Ashland has made the biggest impact on me because I found out people can work as a team . I'm usually so independent that when ever there is a group activity I feel that I'm not giving it my all . I do enjoy working in groups, but I prefer working alone. The course really challenged my thinking because my team stuck together. At one point I was going to give up, but they are the one's that helped me through it. We not only completed a course, but I really experienced the true meaning of the word TEAM.