Michigan State University Example of an excellent personal Statement
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<strong>Michig<strong>an</strong></strong> <strong>State</strong> <strong>University</strong><strong>Example</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>an</strong> <strong>excellent</strong> <strong>personal</strong> <strong>State</strong>ment(Used with permission <strong>of</strong> applic<strong>an</strong>t with minor editorial ch<strong>an</strong>ges)I could feel the renewed power <strong>of</strong> the red-tail hawk pulsing through my leather gloves; it was as ifshe knew what was about to happen. After months <strong>of</strong> feeding, medication, <strong>an</strong>d rehabilitation for awing injury, I was both excited <strong>an</strong>d nervous to release my first raptor for the Wildlife RecoveryAssociation (WRA). I turned away from our group <strong>of</strong> spectators, took a deep breath, <strong>an</strong>d countedaloud, One…two…THREE! With <strong>an</strong> explosion <strong>of</strong> feathers the red-tail soared from my openedh<strong>an</strong>ds, <strong>an</strong>d I smiled with satisfaction as she circled high overhead in full health <strong>an</strong>d wild glory.That, I thought, is the best feeling in the world. Through m<strong>an</strong>y such influential experiences, I havegained great appreciation for the challenges, responsibilities, <strong>an</strong>d <strong>personal</strong> rewards found inveterinary medicine. Ultimately, they have helped guide my preparation to become a capable <strong>an</strong>ddedicated member <strong>of</strong> the veterinary community.My enthusiasm for the veterinary pr<strong>of</strong>ession has been fostered since my childhood by a deepfascination with <strong>an</strong>imals <strong>an</strong>d their health. From this foundation I developed <strong>an</strong> enduring sense <strong>of</strong>responsibility <strong>an</strong>d pride in providing care for all creatures, even as my perspectives <strong>an</strong>d aspirationsmatured. For inst<strong>an</strong>ce, my underst<strong>an</strong>ding <strong>of</strong> the community role <strong>of</strong> veterinari<strong>an</strong>s exp<strong>an</strong>ded rapidlywhen I became a WRA volunteer. I participated first-h<strong>an</strong>d in the surgery, medication,rehabilitation <strong>an</strong>d release <strong>of</strong> hawks, owls, eagles, <strong>an</strong>d falcons. I also eagerly took part in statewideeducational programs employing our resident birds <strong>an</strong>d quickly discovered that I was in myelement when sharing my enthusiasm <strong>an</strong>d knowledge <strong>of</strong> raptors with the public. Over severalyears I beg<strong>an</strong> to realize that combining my concern for wildlife with my commitment tocommunity service was <strong>an</strong> extremely fulfilling endeavor. My experiences with the WRA sparkedmy first consideration <strong>of</strong> a career in veterinary teaching <strong>an</strong>d encouraged me to further explore thisinterest.During the last two summers <strong>of</strong> high school I was employed as <strong>an</strong> assist<strong>an</strong>t technici<strong>an</strong> at _______Clinic outside <strong>of</strong> Houston, Texas. There I observed modern veterinary practice <strong>an</strong>d the application<strong>of</strong> complex procedures such as endoscopic, orthopedic, <strong>an</strong>d laser surgeries. Assisting in theseoperations was both highly educational <strong>an</strong>d maturing, as I encountered success, failure, <strong>an</strong>d ethicalchallenges under the guid<strong>an</strong>ce <strong>of</strong> ____. Interestingly, I now consider one <strong>of</strong> the unsuccessfulstruggles I witnessed there to be amongst my most valuable lessons. One morning, <strong>an</strong> agingbulldog named Daisy came in for <strong>an</strong> exploratory laparoscopy, <strong>an</strong>d the entire staff was eager toemploy the new camera equipment. I was intrigued by the sharp screen images <strong>of</strong> the bulldog’sviscera <strong>an</strong>d the ability to obtain biopsies without a major incision. But excitement quicklych<strong>an</strong>ged to alarm when Daisy’s heart <strong>an</strong>d breathing suddenly stopped. Despite direct epinephrineshots <strong>an</strong>d m<strong>an</strong>ual palpation, Dr.__ was unable to revive Daisy before her life slipped away. Whenremoving the body, I was disheartened, not only for the dog <strong>an</strong>d her owners, but also for thedisappointed veterinari<strong>an</strong>. However, I came to realize that for me the experience was as import<strong>an</strong>tas the numerous successes achieved through the same technology; Dr. ___ continued to employinnovative techniques <strong>an</strong>d never allowed a setback to interfere with his commitment to improving
his practice. With that same determination, I am prepared for the responsibilities <strong>of</strong> continuousself-education in this const<strong>an</strong>tly adv<strong>an</strong>cing pr<strong>of</strong>ession.As a result <strong>of</strong> my experience, I w<strong>an</strong>ted to learn more about the modern procedures, equipment, <strong>an</strong>dmedicines in veterinary practice. Consequently I also shadowed Dr. ___ at Equine VeterinaryAssociates in Texas <strong>an</strong>d was introduced to equine rhinoscopies, arthroscopies, <strong>an</strong>d ultrasound (<strong>an</strong>dalso quickly learned that equine practice has come a long way from the writings <strong>of</strong> James Herriot).During my stay I was also able to visit the Texas A & M College <strong>of</strong> Veterinary Medicine <strong>an</strong>dgained <strong>an</strong> encouraging first impression <strong>of</strong> university <strong>an</strong>imal research <strong>an</strong>d development.Through these collective experiences in modern <strong>an</strong>imal practice, I soon decided to pursue aDVM/PhD so that I too could be a part <strong>of</strong> adv<strong>an</strong>cing <strong>an</strong>imal medical knowledge, developingmedicines <strong>an</strong>d procedures, <strong>an</strong>d educating others. I believe a career that combines my passion for<strong>an</strong>imal health with a dedication to academics <strong>an</strong>d love <strong>of</strong> inter<strong>personal</strong> interaction will be highlygratifying. Thus my time in Texas encouraged me to continue achieving scholastically inpreparation for future opportunities in veterinary academia. By setting <strong>an</strong>d achieving educationalgoals, such as earning top Adv<strong>an</strong>ced Placement scores, I have been able to take adv<strong>an</strong>tage <strong>of</strong>challenging academic opportunities at MSU <strong>an</strong>d explore my various interests in the field.As part <strong>of</strong> my undergraduate pl<strong>an</strong>ning, I am focusing on a major in biochemistry, a degree thatsatisfies my desire to underst<strong>an</strong>d disease <strong>an</strong>d medicinal interaction with living matter at themolecular level. Concurrently, I have enjoyed employment under the guid<strong>an</strong>ce <strong>of</strong> Dr.____ in theMSU CVM Aquatic Animal Health Lab (AAHL) <strong>an</strong>d the diagnostic challenges <strong>of</strong> performingclinical examinations on aquatic species, such as muskellunge <strong>an</strong>d sea lamprey. I have found theresearch aspects <strong>of</strong> symptoms <strong>of</strong> the fish is fascinating work <strong>an</strong>d highly rewarding. I have come toappreciate the problem-solving <strong>an</strong>d critical-thinking nature <strong>of</strong> veterinary medicine, much likeassembling the pieces <strong>of</strong> a biochemical jigsaw puzzle. With <strong>an</strong> inquisitive mind <strong>an</strong>d a natural lovefor learning, I look forward to making a signific<strong>an</strong>t contribution to the underst<strong>an</strong>ding <strong>of</strong> <strong>an</strong>imalhealth.Without a doubt, my combined veterinary experiences have reaffirmed that <strong>an</strong>imal medicine is ahighly diverse <strong>an</strong>d rewarding career. Although I have considered wildlife toxicology, lab <strong>an</strong>imalresearch, medicinal development, <strong>an</strong>d specializing in avi<strong>an</strong> medicine or orthopedics as futurepossibilities, I am still finding opportunities every day that intrigue me. After thirteen plus years<strong>of</strong> preparation, I have learned that the fulfillment to be gained from adv<strong>an</strong>cing our knowledge <strong>of</strong><strong>an</strong>imals, developing progressive veterinary techniques, or simply releasing a rehabilitated red-tailhawk c<strong>an</strong> foster a challenging <strong>an</strong>d satisfying vocation. With a passion for <strong>an</strong>imal welfare, a highinterest in the natural sciences, a desire to be involved in education, <strong>an</strong>d a dedication to life-longlearning, my goal is to be a competent <strong>an</strong>d contributing member <strong>of</strong> the veterinary pr<strong>of</strong>ession.Describe <strong>an</strong>y other experiences you have had with <strong>an</strong>imals that were not supervised by aveterinari<strong>an</strong>.I c<strong>an</strong> still recall our local veterinari<strong>an</strong> Dr. ___ gently telling me that he could not employ <strong>an</strong> eightyear-oldto care for the recovering patients in his clinic. After watching my Germ<strong>an</strong> Short-HairedPointer die <strong>of</strong> throat c<strong>an</strong>cer, I was determined to get involved in curing <strong>an</strong>imals. Undeterred, I
equested to volunteer with the dogs <strong>an</strong>d cats in his adoption center, developing their social skillsduring the summers <strong>of</strong> my elementary years. That determination led me to pursue as m<strong>an</strong>y <strong>an</strong>imalexposure opportunities as possible, which subsequently greatly influenced my perspective oncareer possibilities in veterinary medicine.My initial experiences with comp<strong>an</strong>ion <strong>an</strong>imals involved learning to care for my own menagerie <strong>of</strong>pets (including a dog, cat, parakeet, cockatiel, hamsters, guinea pigs, gerbils, <strong>an</strong>d a koi pond) <strong>an</strong>dpet-sitting for nearly the entire neighborhood. As my ambition to become a veterinari<strong>an</strong> becameknown, my neighbors eg<strong>an</strong> entrusting me with more dem<strong>an</strong>ding responsibilities <strong>an</strong>d medicineadministration for their ill or geriatric pets, <strong>an</strong>d I commonly demonstrated to the owners what I hadlearned from Dr.___ <strong>an</strong>d my own reading. Often I stayed with my neighbors’ pets for extendedperiods to monitor their condition while the owners were away. Even at school, my peersfrequently brought me their sick pocket pets; after a little research, I gladly helped them purchaseover-the-counter medicines <strong>an</strong>d demonstrated their administration.Upon entering junior high, my desire to exp<strong>an</strong>d my <strong>an</strong>imal experience <strong>an</strong>d knowledge developedin m<strong>an</strong>y dimensions. Girl Scouts const<strong>an</strong>tly encouraged me to explore new interests, so in 1998<strong>an</strong>d 1999 I volunteered for the Rainforest Animals Booth at the Annual Earth Exposition. Forthese shows I presented boa constrictors, macaws, tortoises, lizards, toads, <strong>an</strong>d even spiders fromthe rainforest. I enjoyed demonstrating proper h<strong>an</strong>dling technique <strong>an</strong>d teaching the public aboutdiets, habitats, <strong>an</strong>d behaviors <strong>of</strong> these exotic <strong>an</strong>imals. This experience fostered my interest incombining <strong>an</strong>imal welfare <strong>an</strong>d conservation with public education <strong>an</strong>d awareness. Through GirlScouts I also attended horse camp <strong>an</strong>d Mystic Lake for my first encounter with equine care <strong>an</strong>dmainten<strong>an</strong>ce. For one week I was responsible for feeding, brushing, bathing, <strong>an</strong>d cle<strong>an</strong>ing the stall<strong>of</strong> my horse. I also received lessons on basic <strong>an</strong>atomy <strong>an</strong>d care, as well as improved my ridingtechniques. This early exposure to horses encouraged me to later volunteer with <strong>an</strong> equineveterinari<strong>an</strong> in Houston, Texas.Throughout high school I took adv<strong>an</strong>tage <strong>of</strong> opportunities to interact with new species. Onesummer afternoon in 1998 I attended a live raptor program <strong>an</strong>d was so fascinated by thepresentation that I introduced myself to the biologist, Mr. _____. As a result I beg<strong>an</strong> volunteeringwith the Wildlife Recovery Association (WRA). After initial training with the raptors – my firsttime feeding a dead mouse to <strong>an</strong> Americ<strong>an</strong> Bittern remains vivid – I was able to participate in themedication, therapy, feeding, hygiene, rehabilitation, <strong>an</strong>d ultimate release <strong>of</strong> a variety <strong>of</strong> birds. Ialso performed in WRA educational programs throughout <strong>Michig<strong>an</strong></strong> with the resident raptors <strong>an</strong>ddeveloped my h<strong>an</strong>dling <strong>an</strong>d presentation skills. During these years I became very involved incaring for the perm<strong>an</strong>ently injured birds <strong>an</strong>d pursued several projects with the WRA. Thisincluded hosting a disabled mallard at my home for several weeks, creating a prosthetic shoe forher missing foot, <strong>an</strong>d adjusting her to hum<strong>an</strong> contact so that we could use her in programs. I alsodecided to focus my Girl Scout Gold Award Project on designing, fin<strong>an</strong>cing, constructing, <strong>an</strong>dlaunching artificial nesting platforms for the threatened North Americ<strong>an</strong> loon. This project hasexp<strong>an</strong>ded <strong>an</strong>d produced successful loon nesting efforts on several <strong>Michig<strong>an</strong></strong> lakes. Whileattending MSU, I developed a website for the WRA to be used as <strong>an</strong> educational tool forelementary students. The site utilizes video clips <strong>an</strong>d interactive pop-up windows <strong>an</strong>d I pl<strong>an</strong> tocontinue collaborating with the WRA to update the site with new patients <strong>an</strong>d information.Additionally, this summer I beg<strong>an</strong> volunteering in the Wildlife Ward at the MSU College <strong>of</strong>
Veterinary Medicine, assisting the coordinators after work with the everyday mainten<strong>an</strong>ce <strong>of</strong> theirresident birds <strong>an</strong>d medication <strong>an</strong>d care <strong>of</strong> incoming patients.The same determination that led me to stay involved at Dr.____clinic has also guided me toexplore new exposure opportunities throughout the subsequent years. I have consistently aspiredto interact with a variety <strong>of</strong> <strong>an</strong>imals so that I may have as much knowledge <strong>an</strong>d ability as possibleupon entering veterinary school. These experiences have consistently reconfirmed my passion forthe welfare <strong>of</strong> <strong>an</strong>imals <strong>an</strong>d promotion <strong>of</strong> community awareness, as well as my dedication to mycareer. I <strong>an</strong>ticipate that such diverse exposure will allow me to take adv<strong>an</strong>tage <strong>of</strong> the flexibility<strong>an</strong>d diversity inherent in veterinary medicine.Diversity Form:A veterinari<strong>an</strong> is not only a guardi<strong>an</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>an</strong>imal welfare; he or she is also a teacher, a role model,<strong>an</strong>d <strong>an</strong> active member <strong>of</strong> the wider community. So that I might realize these responsibilities to thefullest extent, I have engaged in a variety <strong>of</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essional, academic, service, <strong>an</strong>d <strong>personal</strong>disciplines throughout my student career. I believe my continuing development as both <strong>an</strong>individual <strong>an</strong>d aspiring pr<strong>of</strong>essional will allow me to share these experiences <strong>an</strong>d contribute to thediversity <strong>of</strong> my veterinary class.To explore the m<strong>an</strong>y opportunities in veterinary medicine, I have pursued experiences in severalpr<strong>of</strong>essional settings, including small <strong>an</strong>imal, equine, <strong>an</strong>d raptor rehabilitation. When I arrived atMSU I was employed as <strong>an</strong> Honors College pr<strong>of</strong>essorial assist<strong>an</strong>t in the Aquatic Animal HealthLaboratory (AAHL) <strong>of</strong> the Department <strong>of</strong> Pathobiology <strong>an</strong>d Diagnostic Investigation. Aquaticswas a br<strong>an</strong>ch <strong>of</strong> veterinary medicine with which I was unfamiliar, but my experiences there havebeen both dynamic <strong>an</strong>d exceptionally educational.The AAHL has enh<strong>an</strong>ced my clinical skills from a unique <strong>an</strong>d challenging perspective. Becauseour team at the <strong>University</strong> Research Containment Facility frequently receives fish presenting ar<strong>an</strong>ge <strong>of</strong> ailments, I have had the opportunity to perform clinical <strong>an</strong>d post-mortem examinations ona variety <strong>of</strong> freshwater fish species in <strong>Michig<strong>an</strong></strong>. This has involved learning to apply familiarveterinary techniques in new dimensions; observation <strong>of</strong> swimming behavior <strong>an</strong>d reflexes, skin<strong>an</strong>d gill samples, blood drawing, <strong>an</strong>d sample collection through fish necropsy are all employed tostudy their diseases. Our facility is active in studies to decrease mortality rates in state fisheries<strong>an</strong>d weirs, <strong>an</strong>d collaborating with the DNR on long-term disease <strong>an</strong>d conservation programs. Forexample, I have traveled with Dr. ____ to the Plate River <strong>State</strong> Fish Hatchery to perform healthinspections <strong>an</strong>d observed how veterinary medicine is active in these institutions. Through myvolunteer work at the MSU CVM Wildlife Ward, I was able to observe the <strong>an</strong>esthetic <strong>an</strong>d surgicaltechniques used to operate on a carp. Throughout, it has been fascinating to observe the parallelsbetween aquatic medicine <strong>an</strong>d terrestrial medicine.The AAHL has also allowed me to gain insight into the exciting area <strong>of</strong> veterinary medicalresearch. In Summer 2003 I was appointed project m<strong>an</strong>ager for a study <strong>of</strong> Piscirikettsia inmuskellunge from Lake St. Clair <strong>an</strong>d thoroughly enjoyed participating in every step <strong>of</strong> the project– from gross clinical examination <strong>an</strong>d dissection to isolating bacteria grown on FHM <strong>an</strong>d CHSEcell lines. Along with studies on large mouth bass virus, bacterial kidney disease, <strong>an</strong>d
Triaenophorus in yellow perch, I am learning a great deal about <strong>an</strong>imal virology, bacteriology, <strong>an</strong>dparasitology. My career goals have certainly been strengthened by my AAHL clinical <strong>an</strong>dresearch experiences, as I pl<strong>an</strong> to earn a DVM/PhD <strong>an</strong>d enjoy a career in veterinary research <strong>an</strong>dteaching. I have gained a greater appreciation for the multi-dimensional role that veterinari<strong>an</strong>sfulfill <strong>an</strong>d would like to share my enthusiasm for exploring opportunities such as aquatic medicinewith my colleagues.To supplement my exposure in veterinary medicine, I carefully researched the study abroadopportunities at MSU <strong>an</strong>d have been accepted to go to Leon, Mexico for six weeks in summer2004. This trip is particularly interesting to me because <strong>of</strong> the broad r<strong>an</strong>ge <strong>of</strong> veterinary topicsinvolved. Not only do the students participate in equine, bovine, <strong>an</strong>d zoological practices, but theyalso spend a signific<strong>an</strong>t portion <strong>of</strong> the trip learning about the history <strong>of</strong> the pr<strong>of</strong>ession <strong>an</strong>d theschool in Mexico, as well as Sp<strong>an</strong>ish medical terminology. I have long enjoyed studying Sp<strong>an</strong>ish<strong>an</strong>d am pursuing it at <strong>an</strong> adv<strong>an</strong>ced level at MSU; thus, Ms.____has <strong>of</strong>fered to help me arr<strong>an</strong>ge<strong>personal</strong>ized Sp<strong>an</strong>ish instruction during my stay in Leon. Additionally, I pl<strong>an</strong> to travel to CostaRica in summer 2005 on a study abroad program to explore the history <strong>of</strong> health care systems <strong>an</strong>dmedical ethics. By doing so I would like to become further aware <strong>of</strong> global issues in <strong>an</strong>imal <strong>an</strong>dhum<strong>an</strong> medicine <strong>an</strong>d broaden my experience in a culture that I enjoy so much.Beyond pr<strong>of</strong>essional development, I have participated in community service activities that havegreatly influenced my leadership abilities <strong>an</strong>d <strong>personal</strong> views. This past spring break I traveled toPuerto Rico to volunteer in El Yunque National Rainforest. During our trip, my group <strong>an</strong>d Istudied current rainforest conservation programs <strong>an</strong>d also learned about the civil rights movementtaking place in Vieques against practice bombing being performed there. I became immersed inthe Sp<strong>an</strong>ish culture <strong>an</strong>d enjoyed learning about Puerto Ric<strong>an</strong> dialect, food, religious beliefs, <strong>an</strong>ddaily lifestyles. Although I had been <strong>an</strong> instructor in the Midl<strong>an</strong>d County Youth LeadershipProgram throughout high school, I found I benefited greatly from the lessons about groupdynamics, teamwork, <strong>an</strong>d goal-setting that I experienced in S<strong>an</strong> Ju<strong>an</strong>. I intend to participate inAlternative spring break service trips in the future, <strong>an</strong>d carry my belief in the import<strong>an</strong>ce <strong>of</strong>community service to veterinary school <strong>an</strong>d beyond.Finally, I have engaged in m<strong>an</strong>y <strong>personal</strong> activities that have allowed me to become a wellroundedindividual with a variety <strong>of</strong> interests. I continue to enjoy tennis after four years <strong>of</strong> playing# 1 <strong>an</strong>d # 2 varsity singles at Midl<strong>an</strong>d High School (MHS). I also participated in seven dramaproductions at MHS, <strong>an</strong>d joined the MSU Science Theater Org<strong>an</strong>ization to continue my interests inperform<strong>an</strong>ce <strong>an</strong>d teaching. Scuba diving <strong>an</strong>d snorkeling remain favorite recreational activities thatI have pursued in Cozumel, the Gr<strong>an</strong>d Caymen Isl<strong>an</strong>ds, <strong>an</strong>d Hawaii. During thirteen years <strong>of</strong>pi<strong>an</strong>o lessons, I specialized in jazz pi<strong>an</strong>o <strong>an</strong>d became a pi<strong>an</strong>ist for the Midl<strong>an</strong>d High Jazz B<strong>an</strong>d. Ialso beg<strong>an</strong> composing my own songs <strong>an</strong>d lyrics, <strong>an</strong>d enjoyed performing them in talent shows <strong>an</strong>dbenefit concerts; I continue to compose <strong>an</strong>d perform while at MSU, as I find music to be <strong>an</strong>energizing form <strong>of</strong> self-expression <strong>an</strong>d creativity.These activities have helped me develop in m<strong>an</strong>y dimensions outside <strong>of</strong> academia, <strong>an</strong>d I pl<strong>an</strong> tocontinue enjoying music, sports, <strong>an</strong>d theater throughout my career. Along with exploringveterinary medicine opportunities, challenging myself in community service, <strong>an</strong>d gaining
appreciation for other cultures, I am looking forward to sharing my experiences with my peers <strong>an</strong>dcontinuing to learn from them as well.Honors <strong>an</strong>d Awards:Americ<strong>an</strong> Chemical Society 2002-2003 Honors Chemistry Student <strong>of</strong> the Year; Outst<strong>an</strong>dingPerform<strong>an</strong>ce in CEM 180 Series; MSU/ACS;04/15/03MSU Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Assist<strong>an</strong>ceship Scholarship; Laboratory research in CVM; MSU HonorsCollege; 05/2002Girl Scout Gold Award; Highest award in Girl Scouting; Mitten Bay Girl Scouts; 04/2002National Elks Foundation Gold Award Scholarship; Top 8 academically outst<strong>an</strong>ding Gold Awardrecipients; Nat. Elks Foundation; 05/2002Dow Chemical 2002 Science Student <strong>of</strong> the Year; Excellence in adv<strong>an</strong>ced science courses; DowChemical/Midl<strong>an</strong>d High School (MHS); 06/2002National Merit Scholarship Recipient; Competitive scholarship based on PSAT score; NationalMerit Corp; 04/2002De<strong>an</strong>s List 2002-2003; MSU De<strong>an</strong>; 12/2002 <strong>an</strong>d 05/2003National De<strong>an</strong>’s List 2002/03; Top .05% college students accepted; Educational Communications;05/2003MHS HOBT Representative; Selected by teacher consensus to attend MSU leadership program;MHS faculty; 04/2000National Society <strong>of</strong> Collegiate Scholars; Membership for academic excellence; 05/05/20032002 Midl<strong>an</strong>d Distinguished Scholarship; Awarded for academic excellence/extracurricularaccomplishments <strong>an</strong>d team leadership; MHS Athletics; 10/2000 <strong>an</strong>d 2001 Saginaw Valley TennisLeague All-Academic Award; Athletes w/high academic st<strong>an</strong>dards; Saginaw Valley TennisLeague (SVTL); 10/2000 <strong>an</strong>d 10/2002.First Team All Valley; Athletes w/skill <strong>an</strong>d sportsm<strong>an</strong>ship; SVTL; 10/20011 st Place Talent Show; Original vocal/pi<strong>an</strong>o composition; Midl<strong>an</strong>d County Fair; 08/2000Supporting Actress <strong>of</strong> the Year; Roles in school productions; MHS Drama Club; 05/20023 rd Place <strong>State</strong> Finals; Forensics Due Competition; MI Interscholastic Forensics Assoc; 05/2002Extracurricular <strong>an</strong>d Community Activities:Wildlife Recovery Association; Volunteer for rehabilitation <strong>an</strong>d mainten<strong>an</strong>ce <strong>of</strong> birds <strong>of</strong> prey;06/1998; Current; 4 Wildlife Rehabilitation; Volunteer in MSU CVM Wildlife Ward; 06/2003;Current 3MSU Alternative Spring Break Service trip; Volunteer in National Caribbe<strong>an</strong> Rainforest in S<strong>an</strong>Ju<strong>an</strong>, Puerto Rico; 03/01/2003; 03/10/2003; Eight full days.Lym<strong>an</strong> Briggs Chemistry Teaching Assist<strong>an</strong>t; Teaching <strong>an</strong>d laboratory duties for LBS 171/172 <strong>an</strong>dlabs; 08/2003; Current; 5 <strong>University</strong> Chemistry Course Tutor; Tutored two students in CEM 141;10/2002; 12/2002; 2MSU Pre-Veterinary Medical Association; Member with active status <strong>an</strong>d volunteer at Hum<strong>an</strong>eSociety; 08/2002; Current; 1.5 MSU Science Theater Org<strong>an</strong>ization; Educational programparticip<strong>an</strong>t; 08/2002; Current; 1
Midl<strong>an</strong>d County Youth Leadership Program; Community Awareness Committee Chair <strong>an</strong>d teamfacilitator; 06/1999; 05/2002; 3 Mitten Bay Girls Scout Council; Active member <strong>of</strong> Troop 318;08/1989; 08/2002; 4Jazz pi<strong>an</strong>o lessons <strong>an</strong>d composition; Perform<strong>an</strong>ce <strong>of</strong> original songs in talent shows <strong>an</strong>d benefitconcerts; 08/1991; current; 4 MHS Jazz B<strong>an</strong>d; Jazz Pi<strong>an</strong>ist; 11/1999; 05/2002;2Midl<strong>an</strong>d High Tennis Team; Number One <strong>an</strong>d Two Varsity Singles; 08/1998; 10/2001; 10MHS Drama Club; Performed in seven productions <strong>an</strong>d constructed sets; 08/1998; 05/2002;15MHS Forensics Team; Multiple <strong>an</strong>d Duo Competition; 02/2000; 05/2002;5