Pursuing My Associate's Degree

What I have planned for the future includes graduating with my undergraduate degree this coming December, which entails completing 12 credits this summer, as well as 12 credits and a 150 hour internship in the Fall. Upon graduation I am hoping to enter into a graduate program. Currently, I have been leaning more towards

Upon reading the chapters written by both Kessler and Martin this week I believe that this will be an interesting course for the seven remaining weeks. Even though I identify myself as a follower of the Christian faith, I think it will be nice to have a fresh outlook on religion from the outsider's point of view. From my time as a first grader through my time as an eighth grader, I spent at least an hour or two each week learning about the Catholic faith in a religion class. Also, I would like to see how this course will possibly change my outlook or open my eyes to different aspects of religion. In addition, I expect to have discussions about several religions from the various regions of the world. I hope that these discussions will help me broaden my understanding and appreciation of other religion and cultural backgrounds

I signed up for World Religions class for a few reasons to fulfil graduation requirements, it was something new, and learn new perspective. Originally I signed up for this class due to it counting for two Minnesota transfer circular goals credit for human diversity goal seven and global perspective goal eight. I also sign up for World Religions class because it was something completely new to me. I went to a private Lutheran school preschool through eighth grade. Than to a high school that was heavily influenced by the neighboring churches. The biggest religious differences I had encounter before college was how Catholic and Lutherans different in teachings about Mary the mother of Jesus, sacraments of alter/communion, and our annul softball tournament. Consequently, I knew taking this class would be a challenge due to so many new concepts. My expectations for the end of the class were by the end to have a new perspective, better understanding, and be able to identify key concepts of world religion

I have decided to pursue an advanced degree because I realized my current research interests involve skills and experiences that can only be obtained through an advanced degree and research. My main objective is to become an efficient and impactful scientist to my field and impacted communities. I have discovered through recent research experiences that I have the determination and mindset to fully succeed in completing an advanced degree. These experiences have also taught me skills to use while in graduate school like the steps to create and execute research projects and how to effectively communicate my research to a board community. Furthermore, I still have the passion to learn and explore new boundaries of my potential as a scientist

As a practicing Catholic, I consider myself open minded about other religions I had some previous knowledge of Judaism, taking a religion class last year. I welcome and respect our differences. I try not to judge or let my views interfere in the beliefs of others. I am open to learning more to better understand those beliefs. All religions adapt to the ever-changing world we live in. I feel we should not judge others, attempt to learn and understand each other, and grow and change over time in regard to religion.

I belong to a non-denominational bible study which is based in Christianity but often fluctuates to other religions and through this class have been able to add insight and explore these topics more in-depth. I feel the best way to explore religions is through structured classes because navigating through them alone is complex and overwhelming. I do have contact’s including the Sikh I ran into at the grocery store that send me articles and insight’s about their own personal religions which I quite enjoy and inspire new thoughts or questions. I do not plan on becoming a theology minor but I do plan on selecting electives to help my development in the future. There is a lot of history and values about the Eastern religions that cannot be covered in a 14 week class, however, I do have interest and questions on the history and development of some of the more obscure religions that was only briefly touched. The history of a religion can help give insight into certain aspects of religion that may not make sense or seem obsolete to an Americanized way of thinking. It also gives a further depth to a religion and put perspective on its survival and strength throughout

I am interested in the career of accounting. Currently, I am taking classes to obtain an associate’s degree in accounting. To advance in the career of accounting, there are many certificates, certifications, and trainings that could be beneficial to my future in the career. A decent position and career in accounting could be obtained with an associate’s degree, but my goal is to become a certified public accountant or CPA. To become a CPA, having a bachelor’s degree in an accounting program would be the best start for me to becoming a certified public accountant. The state of Mississippi requires that a person seeking to obtain a CPA license have 150 semester hours of education and one year general experience of accounting and auditing skills,

In my life, I have come across different religions such as Christianity and Judaism. I grew up in a Christian household and I have come across Judaism with family friends and even my own family. I have attended Bar and Bat Mitzvah’s for my family friends and I got to see a bit of Jewish culture and tradition which I greatly appreciated that I could be a part of. Along with experiencing Judaism, my aunt converted from Christianity to Judaism when she married my uncle. I got to see a conversion of religions which was very cool and fascinating. I have been guided in the right direction in regards to my faith by my parents, my youth leader and my grandmother. I have been open to learning about other religions and I accept other religions.

During the start of the semester, I was a bit skeptical of taking this course. I thought that this course would eventually try to sway our belief systems and change the way in which we think about religion or any higher. It is important to study the history of Christianity to provide background knowledge of historical facts and ideas. What we know to be true before taking this course can all be changed once we open our minds to the unknown and start piecing together important elements of the past.

Throughout history most religions have been primarily based around putting their God above all others, and showing love and acceptance. In my Anthropology class I was assigned to write down my experience on visiting a different religious denomination. Influence by one of my friends I decided to visit his temple, Lucero De Jesucristo an evangelic church. During my visit, I paided close attention while their service was held and from my sit I observed their different religious practices. Concluded the service I was surprised by the many differentiations I was able to observe.

I grew up raised as a Christian, therefore every other religion was off limits. My parents were very strict in following Christianity: the bible and our preachers’ teachings were important. This is all they knew and they were fine with it. I in no way blame them for this. They are faithful in their religion and I respect that; on the other hand, I embrace other religions and other peoples’ beliefs. One I find particularly fascinating is Buddhism. My friend, Jennifer, has been talking about this temple she goes to and kept insisting I attend one evening with her. I finally did and I have to say it was the most wonderful experience I have had in a long time. Buddhism is such a breath of fresh air.

Over this past 7 weeks we have been talking about several religions and getting to understand them a little better. This is an 8-week course which in my opinion is very advanced covering such topics. There is no way to go into depth over all these religions in such a short period. I found all these religions and cultures to be very interesting. The barbaric acts of the Native Americans to emperors to current Abrahamic religions. The Eastern religions have certainly gained my attention. Buddhism and Hinduism. I find these religions to be somewhat intriguing and I wanted to learn a little more about them. Unfortunately, in my lifetime I have seen the face of war going on sixteen years, understanding religions have been a big part of that. Mainly

There are many different ways to approach the study of religion. Even though this class is about religions it is our

Learning courses specializing in religion can foster open-mindedness, cultural appreciation and improve behavior among students. Students may be more apt to accept differences in people around them, and portray a positive attitude when they have access to learning about diverse religions.

I have come to know of religions other than my own, and each has different ways of worship. By taking the time to learn the different religions of the world has helped me with understanding what others believe. In learning of others beliefs will help me in recognizing the way they dress, act and respond. Religion runs deep in different cultures all over the world, and with many it is sacred, symbolic, and law. Religion brings people together in time of need such as deaths, destruction or pain, also in celebration of birth and marriage.