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Abigail Xinos

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I am a Freshman at Auburn University studying Neuroscience and French. I am double majoring in these subjects and pursuing a pre-medical school curriculum in addition. Auburn does not offer a pre-med Neuroscience program so I have been communicating with the College Of Sciences and Mathematics to construct a plan of study that will be equivalent to one. My course load is heavy but due to my high school education at the Alabama School of Mathematics and Science I have been taking everything in stride. My attendance at ASMS has allowed me to pull ahead of many of my peers in terms of maturity and accountability, many older students have expressed their shock at hearing I am freshman. In addition, ASMS boasts a level of academic challenge unheard of outside of select dual enrollment programs. I may be a freshman in college; however, I have been excelling in college level courses since high school. I am eager to pursue research and internship opportunities in the coming years, but first I need to ensure that I can graduate within four years to make way for my younger brother. We will both be attending universities in the 2026-2027 academic year and the financial stress that will put on our family is my primary concern.

Education

Auburn University

Bachelor's degree program
2023 - 2024
  • Majors:
    • Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other
    • Neurobiology and Neurosciences
  • GPA:
    3.8

Alabama School of Mathematics and Science

High School
2020 - 2023
  • GPA:
    3.9

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Bachelor's degree program

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Psychology, General
    • Architectural Engineering
    • Medicine
    • Biological/Biosystems Engineering
    • Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering
    • Electrical and Computer Engineering
  • Planning to go to medical school
  • Test scores:

    • 33
      ACT

    Career

    • Dream career field:

      Medicine

    • Dream career goals:

      Psychiatry

      Sports

      Archery

      Varsity
      2022 – Present2 years

      Arts

      • Alabam School of Mathematics and Science Band

        Music
        2020 – 2023
      • North Alabama Dance Center

        Dance
        Hollywood Vibe Competition, NRG Dance Competition
        2009 – 2019

      Public services

      • Volunteering

        NA - voluntarily helping teachers over the summer — Volunteer secretary, manual laborer and interior designer
        2014 – Present
      • Volunteering

        National Honor Society — volunteer
        2021 – Present

      Future Interests

      Advocacy

      Volunteering

      Philanthropy

      Entrepreneurship

      #Back2SchoolBold Scholarship
      My Number 1 back-to-school tip is to separate your workspace and your relaxation space. As a certified "dorm dweller", I speak from experience when I say trying to relax in a workspace does not work out. My first year of dorm life I completed all my homework in my room and boy did I regret it. Soon enough just being in my room had me stressing about not being productive. This was a problem because, you know, I slept there. But luckily for me and you there is an easy fix! The best solution is to work OUTSIDE of your room. Your room is supposed to be the "Safe Zone" so do not bring all that negative energy in! Go to the library, work outside, claim a study room, even sit on the floor in a random hallway Just. Get. Out. and your quality of "dorm dwelling" life will increase dramatically! Instagram: @abby_xinos