Statement Of Biology

Humans are so occupied with the outside world, they forget that a world consists in them as well. Biology allows for us, as humans, to learn about the different systems which join together to make one whole human. I aim to major in biology mainly because I hope to expand my knowledge, become an Optometrist, and wish to assist others.

Being in this group project has not only opened my eyes about the different careers in Agriculture but it has also expanded my knowledge specifically in plant science.

At the beginning of my freshman year, my least favorite class was Honors Biology. I initially treated the class like any other class; biology seemed like a multitude of body parts simply keeping us alive. However, my slightest interest in biology molded into an undeterred passion after taking a difficult test on neurology. My teacher had given us a problem regarding neuroinhibitors and their application in daily life, and wanted to see how we approached the problem. After wrapping my head around the problem, I was able to determine how dopamine affects the body and what it did in the synapse of the neuron. That was the day that marked my interest in biology - specifically neurobiology. I witnessed the various applications that neurology had in real life, gaining confidence in researching different problems in this field of study.

Upon starting my freshman year in high school, I had been in honors Biology, and it quickly became my least favorite subject. Biology was something I couldn’t understand, no matter how much

Beginning next year, I plan on double majoring in Environmental Science and Biology, and I want a career in Conservation and/or Biodiversity. YCC is an ideal opportunity because it enables me to involve myself in activities oriented towards my career. Because I am dually enrolled in my high school and Western Kentucky University, I have benefitted from many opportunities to discover my passions and pursue Biology. I am currently involved in Undergraduate Biology Research and have completed several biology courses ranging from Anatomy and Physiology to Evolutionary Biology and Biodiversity in Costa Rica. Because of my favorable academic circumstances, I have had many opportunities in the field of biology, but I have obtained fewer experiences in Environmental issues. However, I am still passionate about the environment, and especially lifestyle changes that would reduce detriments to the Earth.

As the book progresses, we are introduced to the three most influential people on western biological thought that emerged from ancient Greece, and the classical world. First came Socrates (470 – 399 B.C.) who was revered as the “moral philosopher” rather than a “natural philosopher,” as his ideas contributed towards two jurisdictions of thought – philosophy and natural science. Although he left little proof of his written accounts, his ideology has made it through centuries of history in the form of “Socratic dialogues” by his pupil, Plato (429 – 347 B.C.). Plato contributed to the transcription, of the dialogues between himself and Socrates and the members of Athenian

The Integrated Life Sciences Honors program (ILS) is a distinguished two-year living-learning program for students with exceptional academic talents that focuses on preparing students in all aspects of biological research and biomedicine. ILS offers accelerated and advanced education in the life sciences while also emphasizing nationally recognized innovations to the training. Participating in ILS has allowed me to live and work closely with many intelligent and incredible peers, each bringing a different perspective. Furthermore, the unique approach and exclusive courses offered by ILS have helped me to develop a more holistic understanding of the multidisciplinary nature of the

Select one (1) article from a magazine or newspaper that has something in it that pertains to biology. This will serve as the “target article” for this assignment. For instance, you can select an article about medicine, invasive species, nature, conservation, genetic technology, ecology, or any other topic that is related to biology. One purpose of this assignment is to help you become aware of how biology is related to your everyday life.

This project also benefited me academically because it required me to work in groups. Group work

Mr. Harry Hwong, a Biology 1 teacher at Arroyo High School, has taught freshmen students first through sixth period for nearly 11 years. Before arriving at Arroyo High School, Mr. Hwong immigrated from Yangon, Burma in 1984 to San Gabriel, California in 1985 (while traveling to different countries between that year). He settled there with extended family, learned English, and adapted to American culture at a young age. Through his education life, Mr. Hwong attended Gabrielino High School for his high school years and later attended University California, Santa Barbara with a Bachelor’s in Biology. He graduated in 2006. Mr. Hwong wanted to continue his education, so he worked hard and received his Masters Degree in Science Education at University

Through this, I have learned about evolution. I find it shocking that one DNA sequence is what differentiates certain species from others. I have learned about switches, which takes a big role in the makeup of organisms and its diversity. Between Darwin’s knowledge and today’s knowledge, I am beginning to make connections about

Studying every day, is still not enough and that is why it demands attention. In Dillard’s essay, she discusses amoeba, euglena, rotifers and other living organisms that are only seen under a microscope. Detail is important in biology, because in biology the organism is defined by its structure and how do they function. Growing up, I had no such thoughts of being in the biology field at all. The dream was to be a business manager, or an interior designer, due to expectations biology was chosen. During high school years, I maintained a high GPA and respectable grades.

In the old building of MacAlister on the fourth floor lies the office for the Academic Advisors for the College of Arts and Sciences of Drexel University. There you will see the academic advisors busily working with students by helping them plan their schedules for the next term or discussing their plan of study. The office is usually filled with students waiting to meet their advisor especially during the beginning of the terms or important dates such as the registration. Each of the students is eagerly waiting in the reception area until their advisor called their name to come inside their office. In one of the rooms, you will see Nicholas Wagner, in which we often just call him Nick, who is in charge of most of the freshman biology majors

This passion for science was molded and transformed by the University of Michigan. Here, I was not only taught the important cellular functions but I was also taught how these cellular functions were postulated. I was also encouraged to do research. The amalgamation of these 2 experiences helped me to think like a scientist and instill a scientific mentality and approach. This comprehensive scientific approach is

I finally make it to my destination; Biology. I used to enjoy Biology, but now, it just reminds me of how much of a failure I am. College has robbed me of my confidence, all brought upon by the discovery that I am not the smartest one. For most people that is fine. But as Ricky Bobby would say, “If ya ain’t first, you're last.” My intelligence was all I had… but now looking back, I realize I was delusional. I was never smart, but rather, I just had poor competition. I foolishly believed I would be smart enough to get into Harvard. I ruefully chuckle at how pathetic I was, or quite possibly, am.