I was enrolled in courses at the community college in my
hometown, in the Harrisonburg, Virginia area. Then, I moved to Chesterfield with my
significant other. When planning to transfer, I was torn between Reynolds and
another local college, but chose Reynolds because of its convenient downtown
location, and because I felt that I more closely identified with Reynolds’
values.
What sparked your interest in your field of study?
As I am ultimately interested in a law degree, I have
recognized the qualities and skills that I possess that will be beneficial to
me as an attorney. Additionally, I very closely followed the marriage equality
case that was argued in the U.S. Supreme Court in June of 2015. I am an LGBTQ+
ally and that case was life-changing for some of my friends and their families.
I took notice of the major change that the Supreme Court was able to create
through the law, and I wanted to participate in that in the future. My
baccalaureate studies at VCU this spring in Political Science and Philosophy
will prepare me for law school and for creating change through the U.S.
government.
What is the best part of participating in the Honors
Program at Reynolds?
The more engaging course content has been excellent, and I
am always pleased about the foundation that the honors program creates for
student-professor professional relationships. When I spent more time at the
Parham campus in the spring, I also really enjoyed the community hours that
provided me with a space to socialize and have academic conversations with my
peers in my honors cohort.
When you aren’t studying or working, what do you like to
do for fun?
I enjoy watching television or film dramas and comedies that
often provide me with content that engages my analytical and philosophical
mind, where I will question the implications of the characters actions, the
content of the narrative, or the writer’s choices for the scene. Otherwise, I
may spend time with friends, play a video game, or refine my skill for
photography.
What is your greatest struggle as a student?
Generally, it is my anxiety disorder and lower self-esteem
that cause me the greatest issues in my studies. My work and achievements in my
classes show that I am successful, however my battle with self-doubt is
ongoing. For that, I seek help from a counselor and through quality
self-improvement videos on YouTube that assist me in re-training my brain for a
healthier opinion of myself. Otherwise, it can sometimes feel like I don't have
enough hours in the day to complete my assigned coursework. So, my time-management
and task 'triage' skills are heavily engaged with some regularity.
What is the best class you have taken and why?
Ethics Philosophy was a very fulfilling course for me. I was
quite in tune with the content and themes of the class. Questions that I
couldn’t formulate before were answered. I was taught to avoid logical
fallacies so that my reasoning will be stronger, and the ethical principles
that I learned help guide me in my actions and judgements every day with more
confidence and conviction.
Where would you most like to travel?
I would like to visit Sweden. I find that they have a
fantastic society and culture with which I closely identify. I think I would be
very happy to live there and be a part of the community with their strong
social programs and respectful atmosphere. Also, many musicians that I like are
from the Sweden/Scandinavian area.
Where do you want to go from here?
My transfer to VCU this Spring (2018) is underway, where I
will double-major in Political Science and Philosophy. After that, my course
could change or divert. Currently, I wish to attend Harvard Law School after I
receive my baccalaureate degree. However, I could find myself on an academic
path toward a deeper pursuit of philosophical study where I may go to graduate
school for the discipline. My primary goal for my future career is to work
toward eliminating the stark socioeconomic inequality that exists both inside
and outside of the United States.
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