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Student Council or Student Government
Psychology
Clinical Psychology
Psychiatry
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Ricardo Mejia
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Hi, my name is Ricardo Mejia. I'm a Latino, first-generation college prospect interested in pursuing neuroscience and psychology starting the fall semester. Fortunately, I have been supported by my family and friends to seek higher education. I am the oldest in my household, with one intelligent younger sister. For work, I am a counter server at LifeTime Fitness Cafe, and during the summer, I work as a Lifeguard for White Plains Parks and Recreation. Actively, I am a three-season athlete, participating in varsity soccer, varsity swim & dive, and varsity track and field for my high school.
Throughout my high school career, I have maintained a presence in numerous clubs and organizations that have taught me leadership skills. I am the Vice-President of the Student Government Organization, President of the Students for Change Club, and Secretary of my high school's National Honor Society chapter. I value giving back to my community, and that's what I intend to do with my career.
I plan to become a Physicians Assistant. Throughout the pandemic, I opened my eyes to the responsibility placed upon primary healthcare providers. Viewing the level of commitment inspired me, and I knew it was my position to take these challenges head on myself.
Thank you to the contributors that have taken the time to read and review my profile. I am appreciative of the number of opportunities presented to me so I can pursue my educational goals.
Education
White Plains Senior High School
High SchoolMiscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Bachelor's degree program
Majors of interest:
- Neurobiology and Neurosciences
Career
Dream career field:
Behavioral Neuroscience
Dream career goals:
Physician Assistant
Lifeguard
White Plains Parks and Recreation2022 – 2022Counter Server
LifeTime Fitness2021 – Present3 years
Sports
Soccer
Club2016 – 20193 years
Track & Field
Varsity2019 – Present5 years
Awards
- NYSPHSAA - Scholar Athlete Award
Swimming
Varsity2021 – Present3 years
Awards
- NYSPHSAA - Scholar Athlete Award
- Most Improved Player Award
Soccer
Varsity2022 – Present2 years
Awards
- NYSPHSAA - Scholar Athlete Award
Soccer
Junior Varsity2019 – 20212 years
Awards
- Athletic Award
Research
Behavioral Sciences
White Plains High School Science Research Program — Principal Investigator2020 – Present
Future Interests
Volunteering
La Santana Scholarship
When I was a child, the number of ear infections that sent me to my pediatrician frequently was overwhelming. Each time the pain returned, I sought the school nurse, who promptly contacted my mother. It felt like a weekly routine of being sent to the nurse's office, calling my mother, then having her take me to the doctor for my ear pain. Through it all, I felt ashamed. Once, as I walked toward my refrigerator, I couldn't help but notice the bright eyesore of a medical bill pinned with a magnet. My heart sank deep into my stomach, unaware of the damage I had created for my family. I did not understand the actual value of money until now, which is integrated into my core memory. As a result, I encouraged myself to endure substantial pain, attempting to save my parents from these unnecessary financial hardships. I visited the nurse less and disagreed with my parents each time they wanted to take me back to my pediatrician.
As I grew older, I began to inquire about the number of ear infections I suffered as a child. I researched continuously to find my answers and the ideal methods to prevent these issues from arising in my family or for others. I found that I enjoyed learning about the body, its workings, and what can go wrong. With this newly developed interest and the image of medical bills on my family’s refrigerator covering more than promised by insurance, I intend to become a physician assistant so another child can avoid a similar situation. The STEM field remains an essential piece of my identity, as it describes my childhood and defines my future.
As long as I can remember, STEM-based courses have been where I excelled. During the frog dissections, the labeling of muscles, and the memorization of all the bones in the human body, the number of activities that sparked my interests are endless. The adrenaline rush of studying these topics that continuously ignite my enthusiasm cannot be reciprocated by any other subject. It would be difficult to imagine a world where science and I are not friends. Hence, integrating this passion into a career remains the ultimate, long-term goal. The physician assistant position in today’s society is where I see a connection, continuing to place effort into the STEM field while aiding those in need.
Throughout the years, I have been fortunate to have been mentored by my adviser, as well as professors from the University of Alabama and SUNY Albany. I am excited to begin a program that would allow me to begin research earlier than normal and provide mentors that will guide me not just academically, but in lab skills, writing scientific papers, and other skills that will make me successful in the STEM field. I am excited about having a STEM community where students explore creative ideas, encourage actions, and develop further opportunities that lead to success. The effort placed into coursework directly comes from the student; however, the external encouragement from my peers would motivate me to continue working on my neuroscience major.
The unequaled opportunity provided by the La Santana Scholarship will allow me to find aspects of what I am looking for to succeed, including a community with students and faculty who want to change the world, pursue research under the mentorship of professors, and continue to expand my interests in the STEM field. I am confident that with this support and mentorship, I will be well-positioned to continue my goal of becoming a physician assistant.
HM Family Scholarship
When I was a child, the number of ear infections that sent me to my pediatrician frequently was overwhelming. Each time the pain returned, I sought the school nurse, who promptly contacted my mother. It felt like a weekly routine of being sent to the nurse's office, calling my mother, then having her take me to the doctor for my ear pain. Through it all, I felt ashamed. Once, as I walked toward my refrigerator, I couldn't help but notice the bright eyesore of a medical bill pinned with a magnet. My heart sank deep into my stomach, unaware of the damage I had created for my family. I did not understand the actual value of money until now, which is integrated into my core memory. As a result, I encouraged myself to endure substantial pain, attempting to save my parents from these unnecessary financial hardships. I visited the nurse less and disagreed with my parents each time they wanted to take me back to my pediatrician.
As I grew older, I began to inquire about the number of ear infections I suffered as a child. I researched continuously to find my answers and the ideal methods to prevent these issues from arising in my family or for others. I found that I enjoyed learning about the body, its workings, and what can go wrong. With this newly developed interest and the image of medical bills on my family’s refrigerator covering more than promised by insurance, I intend to become a physician assistant so another child can avoid a similar situation. The STEM field remains an essential piece of my identity, as it describes my childhood and defines my future.
As long as I can remember, STEM-based courses have been where I excelled. During the frog dissections, the labeling of muscles, and the memorization of all the bones in the human body, the number of activities that sparked my interests are endless. The adrenaline rush of studying these topics that continuously ignite my enthusiasm cannot be reciprocated by any other subject. It would be difficult to imagine a world where science and I are not friends. Hence, integrating this passion into a career remains the ultimate, long-term goal. The physician assistant position in today’s society is where I see a connection, continuing to place effort into the STEM field while aiding those in need.
Throughout the years, I have been fortunate to have been mentored by my adviser, as well as professors from the University of Alabama and SUNY Albany. I am excited to begin a program that would allow me to begin research earlier than normal and provide mentors that will guide me not just academically, but in lab skills, writing scientific papers, and other skills that will make me successful in the STEM field. I am excited about having a STEM community where students explore creative ideas, encourage actions, and develop further opportunities that lead to success. The effort placed into coursework directly comes from the student; however, the external encouragement from my peers would motivate me to continue working on my neuroscience major.
The unequaled opportunity provided by the HM Family Scholarship will allow me to find aspects of what I am looking for to succeed, including a community with students and faculty who want to change the world, pursue research under the mentorship of professors, and continue to expand my interests in the STEM field. I am confident that with this support and mentorship, I will be well-positioned to continue my goal of becoming a physician assistant.
Maverick Grill and Saloon Scholarship
When I was a child, the number of ear infections that sent me to my pediatrician frequently was overwhelming. Each time the pain returned, I sought the school nurse, who promptly contacted my mother. It felt like a weekly routine of being sent to the nurse's office, calling my mother, then having her take me to the doctor for my ear pain. Through it all, I felt ashamed. Once, as I walked toward my refrigerator, I couldn't help but notice the bright eyesore of a medical bill pinned with a magnet. My heart sank deep into my stomach, unaware of the damage I had created for my family. I did not understand the actual value of money until now, which is integrated into my core memory. As a result, I encouraged myself to endure substantial pain, attempting to save my parents from these unnecessary financial hardships. I visited the nurse less and disagreed with my parents each time they wanted to take me back to my pediatrician. As I grew older, I began to inquire about the number of ear infections I suffered as a child. I researched continuously to find my answers and the ideal methods to prevent these issues from arising in my family or for others. I found that I enjoyed learning about the body, its workings, and what can go wrong. With this newly developed interest and the image of medical bills on my family’s refrigerator covering more than promised by insurance, I intend to become a physician assistant so another child can avoid a similar situation. The STEM field remains an essential piece of my identity, as it describes my childhood and defines my future. As long as I can remember, STEM-based courses have been where I excelled. During the frog dissections, the labeling of muscles, and the memorization of all the bones in the human body, the number of activities that sparked my interests are endless. The adrenaline rush of studying these topics that continuously ignite my enthusiasm cannot be reciprocated by any other subject. It would be difficult to imagine a world where science and I are not friends. Hence, integrating this passion into a career remains the ultimate, long-term goal. The physician assistant position in today’s society is where I see a connection, continuing to place effort into the STEM field while aiding those in need. Throughout the years, I have been fortunate to have been mentored by my adviser, as well as professors from the University of Alabama and SUNY Albany. I am excited to begin a program that would allow me to begin research earlier than normal and provide mentors that will guide me not just academically, but in lab skills, writing scientific papers, and other skills that will make me successful in the STEM field. I am excited about having a STEM community where students explore creative ideas, encourage actions, and develop further opportunities that lead to success. The effort placed into coursework directly comes from the student; however, the external encouragement from my peers would motivate me to continue working on my neuroscience major. The unequaled opportunity provided by the Maverick Grill and Saloon Scholarship will allow finding aspects of what I am looking for to succeed, including a community with students and faculty who want to change the world, pursue research under the mentorship of professors, and continue to expand my interests in the STEM field. I am confident that with this support and mentorship, I will be well-positioned to continue my goal of becoming a physician assistant.
Morgan Levine Dolan Community Service Scholarship
When I was a child, the number of ear infections that sent me to my pediatrician frequently was overwhelming. Each time the pain returned, I sought the school nurse, who promptly contacted my mother. It felt like a weekly routine of being sent to the nurse's office, calling my mother, then having her take me to the doctor for my ear pain. Through it all, I felt ashamed. Once, as I walked toward my refrigerator, I couldn't help but notice the bright eyesore of a medical bill pinned with a magnet. My heart sank deep into my stomach, unaware of the damage I had created for my family. I did not understand the actual value of money until now, which is integrated into my core memory. As a result, I encouraged myself to endure substantial pain, attempting to save my parents from these unnecessary financial hardships. I visited the nurse less and disagreed with my parents each time they wanted to take me back to my pediatrician. As I grew older, I began to inquire about the number of ear infections I suffered as a child. I researched continuously to find my answers and the ideal methods to prevent these issues from arising in my family or for others. I found that I enjoyed learning about the body, its workings, and what can go wrong. With this newly developed interest and the image of medical bills on my family’s refrigerator covering more than promised by insurance, I intend to become a physician assistant so another child can avoid a similar situation. The STEM field remains an essential piece of my identity, as it describes my childhood and defines my future. As long as I can remember, STEM-based courses have been where I excelled. During the frog dissections, the labeling of muscles, and the memorization of all the bones in the human body, the number of activities that sparked my interests are endless. The adrenaline rush of studying these topics that continuously ignite my enthusiasm cannot be reciprocated by any other subject. It would be difficult to imagine a world where science and I are not friends. Hence, integrating this passion into a career remains the ultimate, long-term goal. The physician assistant position in today’s society is where I see a connection, continuing to place effort into the STEM field while aiding those in need. Throughout the years, I have been fortunate to have been mentored by my adviser, as well as professors from the University of Alabama and SUNY Albany. I am excited to begin a program that would allow me to begin research earlier than normal and provide mentors that will guide me not just academically, but in lab skills, writing scientific papers, and other skills that will make me successful in the STEM field. I am excited about having a STEM community where students explore creative ideas, encourage actions, and develop further opportunities that lead to success. The effort placed into coursework directly comes from the student; however, the external encouragement from my peers would motivate me to continue working on my neuroscience major. The unequaled opportunity provided by the Morgan Levine Dolan Community Service Scholarship will allow finding aspects of what I am looking for to succeed, including a community with students and faculty who want to change the world, pursue research under the mentorship of professors, and continue to expand my interests in the STEM field. I am confident that with this support and mentorship, I will be well-positioned to continue my goal of becoming a physician assistant.
Robert F. Lawson Fund for Careers that Care
When I was a child, the number of ear infections that sent me to my pediatrician frequently was overwhelming. Each time the pain returned, I sought the school nurse, who promptly contacted my mother. It felt like a weekly routine of being sent to the nurse's office, calling my mother, then having her take me to the doctor for my ear pain. Through it all, I felt ashamed. Once, as I walked toward my refrigerator, I couldn't help but notice the bright eyesore of a medical bill pinned with a magnet. My heart sank deep into my stomach, unaware of the damage I had created for my family. I did not understand the actual value of money until now, which is integrated into my core memory. As a result, I encouraged myself to endure substantial pain, attempting to save my parents from these unnecessary financial hardships. I visited the nurse less and disagreed with my parents each time they wanted to take me back to my pediatrician. As I grew older, I began to inquire about the number of ear infections I suffered as a child. I researched continuously to find my answers and the ideal methods to prevent these issues from arising in my family or for others. I found that I enjoyed learning about the body, its workings, and what can go wrong. With this newly developed interest and the image of medical bills on my family’s refrigerator covering more than promised by insurance, I intend to become a physician assistant so another child can avoid a similar situation. The STEM field remains an essential piece of my identity, as it describes my childhood and defines my future. As long as I can remember, STEM-based courses have been where I excelled. During the frog dissections, the labeling of muscles, and the memorization of all the bones in the human body, the number of activities that sparked my interests are endless. The adrenaline rush of studying these topics that continuously ignite my enthusiasm cannot be reciprocated by any other subject. It would be difficult to imagine a world where science and I are not friends. Hence, integrating this passion into a career remains the ultimate, long-term goal. The physician assistant position in today’s society is where I see a connection, continuing to place effort into the STEM field while aiding those in need. Throughout the years, I have been fortunate to have been mentored by my adviser, as well as professors from the University of Alabama and SUNY Albany. I am excited to begin a program that would allow me to begin research earlier than normal and provide mentors that will guide me not just academically, but in lab skills, writing scientific papers, and other skills that will make me successful in the STEM field. I am excited about having a STEM community where students explore creative ideas, encourage actions, and develop further opportunities that lead to success. The effort placed into coursework directly comes from the student; however, the external encouragement from my peers would motivate me to continue working on my neuroscience major. The unequaled opportunity provided by the Robert F. Lawson Fund for Careers that Care combines numerous aspects of what I am looking for to succeed, including a community with students and faculty who want to change the world, pursue research under the mentorship of professors, and continue to expand my interests in the STEM field. I am confident that with this support and mentorship, I will be well-positioned to continue my goal of becoming a physician assistant.
Kiaan Patel Scholarship
When I was a child, the number of ear infections that sent me to my pediatrician frequently was overwhelming. Each time the pain returned, I sought the school nurse, who promptly contacted my mother. It felt like a weekly routine of being sent to the nurse's office, calling my mother, then having her take me to the doctor for my ear pain. Through it all, I felt ashamed. Once, as I walked toward my refrigerator, I couldn't help but notice the bright eyesore of a medical bill pinned with a magnet. My heart sank deep into my stomach, unaware of the damage I had created for my family. I did not understand the actual value of money until now, which is integrated into my core memory. As a result, I encouraged myself to endure substantial pain, attempting to save my parents from these unnecessary financial hardships. I visited the nurse less and disagreed with my parents each time they wanted to take me back to my pediatrician. As I grew older, I began to inquire about the number of ear infections I suffered as a child. I researched continuously to find my answers and the ideal methods to prevent these issues from arising in my family or for others. I found that I enjoyed learning about the body, its workings, and what can go wrong. With this newly developed interest and the image of medical bills on my family’s refrigerator covering more than promised by insurance, I intend to become a physician assistant so another child can avoid a similar situation. The STEM field remains an essential piece of my identity, as it describes my childhood and defines my future. As long as I can remember, STEM-based courses have been where I excelled. During the frog dissections, the labeling of muscles, and the memorization of all the bones in the human body, the number of activities that sparked my interests are endless. The adrenaline rush of studying these topics that continuously ignite my enthusiasm cannot be reciprocated by any other subject. It would be difficult to imagine a world where science and I are not friends. Hence, integrating this passion into a career remains the ultimate, long-term goal. The physician assistant position in today’s society is where I see a connection, continuing to place effort into the STEM field while aiding those in need. Throughout the years, I have been fortunate to have been mentored by my adviser, as well as professors from the University of Alabama and SUNY Albany. I am excited to begin a program that would allow me to begin research earlier than normal and provide mentors that will guide me not just academically, but in lab skills, writing scientific papers, and other skills that will make me successful in the STEM field. I am excited about having a STEM community where students explore creative ideas, encourage actions, and develop further opportunities that lead to success. The effort placed into coursework directly comes from the student; however, the external encouragement from my peers would motivate me to continue working on my neuroscience major. The unequaled opportunity provided by the Kiaan Patel Scholarship will allow me to find what I am looking for to succeed, including a community with students and faculty who want to change the world, pursue research under the mentorship of professors, and continue to expand my interests in the STEM field. I am confident that with this support and mentorship, I will be well-positioned to continue my goal of becoming a physician assistant.
Hispanic Climb to Success Scholarship
When I was a child, the number of ear infections that sent me to my pediatrician frequently was overwhelming. Each time the pain returned, I sought the school nurse, who promptly contacted my mother. It felt like a weekly routine of being sent to the nurse's office, calling my mother, then having her take me to the doctor for my ear pain. Through it all, I felt ashamed. Once, as I walked toward my refrigerator, I couldn't help but notice the bright eyesore of a medical bill pinned with a magnet. My heart sank deep into my stomach, unaware of the damage I had created for my family. I did not understand the actual value of money until now, which is integrated into my core memory. As a result, I encouraged myself to endure substantial pain, attempting to save my parents from these unnecessary financial hardships. I visited the nurse less and disagreed with my parents each time they wanted to take me back to my pediatrician.
As I grew older, I began to inquire about the number of ear infections I suffered as a child. I researched continuously to find my answers and the ideal methods to prevent these issues from arising in my family or for others. I found that I enjoyed learning about the body, its workings, and what can go wrong. With this newly developed interest and the image of medical bills on my family’s refrigerator covering more than promised by insurance, I intend to become a physician assistant so another child can avoid a similar situation.
The STEM field remains an essential piece of my identity, as it describes my childhood and defines my future. As long as I can remember, STEM-based courses have been where I excelled. During the frog dissections, the labeling of muscles, and the memorization of all the bones in the human body, the number of activities that sparked my interests are endless. The adrenaline rush of studying these topics that continuously ignite my enthusiasm cannot be reciprocated by any other subject. It would be difficult to imagine a world where science and I are not friends. Hence, integrating this passion into a career remains the ultimate, long-term goal. The physician assistant position in today’s society is where I see a connection, continuing to place effort into the STEM field while aiding those in need.
Throughout the years, I have been fortunate to have been mentored by my adviser, as well as professors from the University of Alabama and SUNY Albany. I am excited to begin a program that would allow me to begin research earlier than normal and provide mentors that will guide me not just academically, but in lab skills, writing scientific papers, and other skills that will make me successful in the STEM field. I am excited about having a STEM community where students explore creative ideas, encourage actions, and develop further opportunities that lead to success. The effort placed into coursework directly comes from the student; however, the external encouragement from my peers would motivate me to continue working on my neuroscience major.
The unequaled opportunity provided by the Hispanic Climb to Success Scholarship combines numerous aspects of what I am looking for to succeed, including a community with students and faculty who want to change the world, pursue research under the mentorship of professors, and continue to expand my interests in the STEM field. I am confident that with this support and mentorship, I will be well-positioned to continue my goal of becoming a physician assistant.
Sloane Stephens Doc & Glo Scholarship
I walked into my first day of high school excited, seeking people with different backgrounds who expressed their cultures in numerous ways. I realized the majority of the individuals that make up my high school population are identical to me and share many of the ideals I value. The percentage of Hispanic students at WPHS is close to 60%, and one might presume that selections for student leaders lean toward this population; however, this is not the reality. Why is that? Since then, I began to notice minor details while at club meetings, hesitant behavior from people of color, and disregarding their opinions. Similar to Puerto Rico’s lack of voting representation as a United States territory, the Latin American people are not considered. If this large proportion of students were represented, my cafeteria would not be so divided, and I would not have been one of the first Latino-American vice presidents at my high school. I stepped into a leadership role to create this change of perspective, one that understands yet learns from the other 40% of the population. With the many connections made throughout high school, in 2022, I collaborated with the Spanish Club and Latin Coalition Club members to establish the first-ever Hispanic Heritage Spirit Week at WPHS. This event allowed Hispanic students to celebrate their unique cultures and display their importance in our community. I hope this event becomes a tradition and inspires future students to take on leadership roles. I value using my position and its underlying effect on the individuals that represent the school, the people I relate to the most. With this experience, I will apply the skills formulated to other underrepresented areas worldwide. That said, I admire the determination found in myself—the pressure to continue to improve in all aspects of my life while using the resources around me. Consistently find myself busy and equipped with a rooted work ethic, driven to take on more responsibility and carry weight for my family. At school, I sensed the gravitational force towards the science field; influenced by the natural curiosities that sparked my attention—seeking books, journal articles, and events to increase my knowledge while sitting on the porch, hiding from the adventures inside my home. With these funds, I plan to pursue studies within the neuroscience field and follow the pre-medical track. Becoming a physician assistant and contributing to cognitive and behavioral research is a hole-filling accomplishment.
Growing with Gabby Scholarship
Before my junior year, I attempted to try out for the varsity soccer team at my high school. I felt confident with the experience equipped from the years of experience under my belt. Initially, I felt prepared to reach this milestone, which one day I will be able to tell my children that I played a varsity sport in high school. Throughout the short three-day period, I gave it my all. Placing maximum effort into every run, drill, and pass. I communicated on the field with my teammates, the individuals I had played with for years. Ranging from elementary recess to competitive travel teams, these people understood my athleticism. These people I named “friends” assisted me in formulating my skill set, the techniques, and the strategy behind soccer. The timeline seemed molded into one singular route we were all set to accomplish, which in terms of soccer, was to play at the higher level, the varsity level. However, as the tryout period continued, I realized my name became less frequently called on to play with the rest. I watched my friends, these teammates that were not supposed to leave me behind, entirely turn away from me. Left at the junior varsity level, I never felt this emptiness. The visual disparity between the world I once knew, the creation of a gap.
As the season continued, I stood stagnant, watching the varsity team warm up together, reminiscing the times when I was once in the picture. I felt lost, overthinking if I made the correct decisions during tryouts and consistently questioning my ability to play the sport. I began to decline in performance throughout the season, only waiting patiently for the varsity coach to call me up and invite me to play with the rest. However, it never became a reality. I relied on every individual to make a difference other than myself, the only person who was sincerely capable of creating this difference. When I recognized my poor work ethic, the season had ended, and I lost the dream for the first year, but I still had a senior year. That said, I devoted countless hours attempting to transform my physical ability into a peak, the most dominant it has ever reached. I ran with the consistent image of the varsity team warming up without me in my head, motivating me to run even faster, work harder, and demonstrate my improved fitness.
I returned to my final attempt, the senior year soccer season. I reinvented my mentality during tryouts to replace my dependence on my “friends.” Instead, rely solely on myself to display my capabilities to the coach and showcase the beauty of soccer when one individual plays it. During the two-mile run, one of the physical benchmarks for the players, I utilized the built-up energy from training within those months to ultimately pay off. I completed the two miles in third place, and this singular run created a sense of accomplishment in my life. It meant more than beating most of the current varsity team, but I found a new purpose from training those late nights and early mornings. The new belief is in working at the most demanding level at a consistent rate to become successful at one goal. Yet the strive allowed me to accomplish beyond my expectations. Therefore, I have implemented this work ethic that values constant improvements, no matter the area in my life. Because I cannot expect opportunities to fall on me, I must work for them to become a reality. In the end, I did play varsity soccer for my senior year.
Devante Lane Scholarship
I wake up each morning, walk into my parent’s bedroom, and see my mother watch ABC News’s “Good Morning America” with the most recent stories in the New York area. Most of the time, the stories relate to gun violence and the murder of another individual that has impacted society. In New York, like many other parts of the United States, firearms psychologically affect communities filled with fearfulness and anxiety, questioning an individual’s next movement. Gun violence is an option taken by a human, a decision made to harm another individual for various reasons. Viewing another person that makes up my state of New York taking this decision, and representing the unique areas that separate our state from the rest, is heartbreaking.
With my college education, I intend to pursue a career in the medical field to aid those affected by gun violence. I will guide individuals to implement another perspective in their eyes, another idea that involves unity and shifting a psychological belief to find other solutions to gun violence, an alternative. Each person is impacted in numerous ways. Therefore, creating another system to reduce gun violence by finding particular causes of adverse experiences involving using a weapon is required. As a prospective medical student, overlooking others is a core value that will consistently encourage me to take action. I will use the skills of empathy, communication, and listening to care for each of my patients. Each individual has their story in New York, and setting a safe environment for an upcoming generation within one of the most diverse areas in the world is vital.
For many, the idea of a family member being taken from them unexpectedly is consistently haunting—some, petrified by the sound, unable to rewind time to prevent another crime scene. I intend to guide children within high crime rate areas in New York, such as Brooklyn, Southern Queens, and Staten Island, to seek alternatives away from weapon use. Enter or create a hospital-based violence intervention program that supports the wounded by gun violence and discourages retaliation. Also, attempt to modify communities that facilitate violent ideals. The utilization of clearing the destructured lots and placing greenspace may have the capacity to influence the population. Moreover, fixing vacant, abandoned buildings or houses and displaying other conditions.
With my college education, I desire to advocate for high-crime areas in the New York area by entering or creating hospital-based intervention programs or groups willing to improve environmental conditions for the population that make up these areas. Including the repairment of abandoned houses or buildings to decrease the probability of another crime involving a weapon. Nevertheless, I intend to find specific alternatives for my patients that have been wounded or impacted indirectly by gun violence. Speaking with each person psychologically affected by the unexpected events of weapon usage is crucial. That said, I will contribute to fighting against gun violence in New York by utilizing the resources I allocate to serve the community and protect the next generation.
Future Leaders in Technology Scholarship - High School Award
Technology has remained a mystery in my eyes. The newest iPhone releases each year, and I question the significant improvements that differentiate it from the last. According to well-constructed industries, the battery, camera, size, and color represent the newest technological achievements. However, it had never grasped my attention to analyze and purchase a new product created to satisfy society. Instead, I am fascinated by the advanced tier-making abilities of artificial intelligence in the present day. Products assembled to advance our modern society and contribute to solving the complexity of nature.
The NeuraLink Corporation, created by Elon Musk, utilizes artificial intelligence to comprehend and examine the standard functions of the brain. The invention of the brain-computer interface intends to record and interpret brain activity, process efferent neural signals, and mimic the movements of signals throughout the human body. They ultimately allow the individual with the device to regain or improve signals sent from the brain to areas of the body. Also, gain possession of controlling other pieces of technology, such as remotes or computers. The signals recorded by this device absorb one's sense of technology to manage a point-and-click computer cursor through BlueTooth connection systems. The potential collected by the link plans to serve decades, with further improvements categorized as endless, as the device maintains control over all brain cortexes. Moreover, these significant enhancements in artificial intelligence will modify and differentiate itself from previous generations. Therefore, it captivates my interest as an individual devoted to learning and studying the human brain. This technology area, artificial intelligence, is played by the devices society uses daily, and the NeuraLink company has an invention probable to change the world we know today.
The concept of the ongoing evolution of technology due to artificial intelligence stays unsolved, unpredictable, and has yet to reach its full potential. Thus, I plan to contribute my education and career to develop higher understandings of neuron sequencing to guide and improve the brain-computer interface. Motivated by the NeuraLink company's good intentions to reestablish mobility loss due to injury or other degenerative factors, which resolves and assists with artificial neuron “firing.” I hope to partake in these inventions to decode unsolvable problems that reign in society today, such as paralysis. As an intended neuroscience student, I will establish vital brain anatomy concepts to support the caring objective of solving diminished neuron signals to the rest of the body. The loss of mobility impacts various individuals throughout their lifetime, and being capable of searching for a solvent is encouraging.
In closing, the brain-computer interface is an exemplary model for the future of artificial intelligence and technology as we know it today. The link invented by Elon Musk promises evolutionary societal changes and will range in possibilities believed to be impossible. For example, the connection between the human brain to external technological objects, such as a computer. The device has captured my attention since it interacts with the brain, the most used organ in human anatomy, and presents an objective solvent to one of nature's mysteries. In the future, I desire to contribute my future education to assist the project of formulating artificial neurons "firing" to pieces of the human body that lost mobility.