What Have I Really Mastered?

The year is over. It feels like I just walked accross the stage at the Superdome last year for my undergrad graduation from Tulane. As I predicted in one of my first posts (without even knowing it), this program was much different than my other time at Tulane. This year was a more mature, professional approach to school and to science, but with the perks of the New Orleans culture and lifestyle. It was one big blur of drugs (I'm starting to sound like a clinical vignette) combined with getting to know incredible people who actually care for what impact they make on other people. Many of us want to be doctors, and I would constantly look at those in my class and note how I would allow all of them to be my doctor one day.

The coursework was worthwhile, and I have developed into a deeper scientific and "big picture" thinker after learning and experiencing the didactic and conversational aspects of classes, peers, and professors.

When I look back, I remember the information we learned, but the most vivid memories are of what we did outside the classroom. I love Tulane because of the service component. It creates a community of cohesive giving, which I think makes for a healthier sociological atmosphere. My service this semester was as follows:
Habitat for Humanity- 8 hrs
Class Soil Collection- 2 hrs
NORD Fitness Bootcamp work- 3 hrs
Whole Life Challenge Volunteer-3 hrs
Total: 16 hours

My outtro for the year is a good "roll credits" kind of song, and one of my favorites about New Orleans. Learning about drugs, I have to say that the city itself is some kind of transcription factor. Once you stay here, it's always a part of you.