Emily Mahony is a sophomore Bachelor of Science scholar specializing in biology and chemistry with a specific curiosity within the mind and its features. We requested her about her academic experiences to date and the place she will get her inspiration from.
What made you determine to do a post-secondary course?
My grandfather Mahony impressed me to enroll in greater training as he has at all times been an ideal supporter of mine and encourages me to pursue my desires. I selected science as my main as a result of I loved the entire science in highschool and I really like studying how issues work. I’m fascinated that people and micro organism are related in our life processes, so this can be very attention-grabbing to study extra about it and all the pieces that’s wanted for all times to perform. I additionally take pleasure in studying how a small distinction in a molecule could make the distinction between one thing toxic and one thing life-saving.
Which a part of your research are you most trying ahead to?
I look ahead to studying extra concerning the mind and all of its features! It is so fascinating how this one organ sends out all these alerts and triggers chemical processes in our physique to maintain us alive on daily basis, and in some way is aware of precisely what each cell in me wants at a given time limit, whereas on the identical time controlling my speech, ideas and actions. I’m additionally trying ahead to collaborating within the VIU examine overseas program subsequent 12 months. I’m at the moment contemplating touring to Norway or Sweden for the autumn semester after which go to the College of Cork in Eire for the spring semester if I can!
What do you wish to do for a residing?
Proper now I hope to get into neurology to analysis the mind and possibly develop medicine and coverings for brain-related illnesses. That is essential to me personally as a result of my aunt died of a mind tumor and her prognosis sparked my curiosity in how the mind labored and the way, regardless of the stress of a tumor, her mind was nonetheless in a position to management her on a regular basis actions whereas she fought off an sickness . My great-grandmother additionally had dementia, and whereas it is at the moment incurable, it could be fulfilling to seek out one thing that may make life slightly simpler for individuals such as you. I might love to have the ability to additional perceive the mind and examine chemical and organic processes or remedies that might assist individuals overcome mind issues or enhance their high quality of life.
What success are you most happy with?
I’m at the moment very proud to have obtained the Arnold MacDonald Tedford Memorial Bachelor of Science Award (offered to VIU Bachelor of Science college students enrolled in chemistry programs. Choice is predicated on monetary wants and educational efficiency). Receiving the award has allowed me to pay for that educational 12 months with out worrying about doing extra shifts at work, so I can deal with my courses so I can study and do properly.
Are you able to share an expertise the place considered one of your professors influenced your studying expertise?
I’ve two experiences to share. The primary was my Chem 142 professor Dr. Heather Wiebe, who gave me the chance to follow as a analysis assistant together with her over the summer season. I realized useful abilities in computational chemistry, teamwork, and communication. That chance additionally gave me the prospect to attempt a facet of chemistry that I hadn’t thought of earlier than. One other chemistry professor, Dr. Jessie Key, helped me by giving me some issues to do to beat my examination nervousness in order that I might do my finest on the assessments as an alternative of being in a rush and panic. From the primary take a look at in his class (earlier than I requested for assist) to the second take a look at (after I requested for assist), I noticed an enormous distinction. I used to be calmer and will consider answering the questions.
What recommendation would you give to freshmen who’re simply beginning out?
Be sure to have time away from work, class, or homework as it is vitally essential to have time for issues that you simply take pleasure in through the week which might be unrelated to high school. I might additionally say get to know your professionals. They’re all approachable and wish to assist and see that you’re profitable. So discuss to them, ask for assist, or simply wave while you see them. Lastly, ensure that your schedule is acceptable and, if attainable, permit your self sufficient time between classes for a snack and to maneuver to the subsequent class at a standard tempo, as climbing the steps to class in 5 minutes is certainly not perfect!
Are you able to give us three random info about your self?
- I did synthetic swimming for 13 years and attended a nationwide stage coaching camp.
- In eleventh grade I traveled to Italy and Greece, which sparked my curiosity in touring.
- I’ve a Chihuahua / Shi-Tzu crossbreed canine who’s completely satisfied to assist me examine.
What’s subsequent for you after finishing your VIU program?
I am truthfully unsure what’s subsequent. I nonetheless have no less than three years to seek out out! Nevertheless, I wish to work in an space of curiosity, i.e. at the moment have one thing to do with the mind, and I might additionally prefer to pursue a grasp’s diploma.
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