Student Success Statement #31

Student Success Statement

“Enthusiasm makes the difference”

-          Dr. Norman Vincent Peale

Reflection:

If you don’t have enthusiasm, then you are not giving it 100% like you normally would. I think that’s what Peale was trying to say. I agree from experiences that enthusiasm was a major key. It makes things interesting and fun. If no enthusiasm was involved, then it would be bland and no effort would be there at all.

Student Success Statement #30

Student Success Statement

“I wasn’t trying to leave a legacy. I was trying to do what was right.”

-          Dean Smith

Reflection:

I think what Dean Smith left was a legacy that was unintentional. Dean Smith is an inspiration to the NCAA and the NBA. Men like him should be here around more often. He made sure every game was a fair fight. He was a good man. He tried to do his best like any other human could do.

Airline Pilots

Airline Pilots

Duties and Responsibilities:

Airline and commercial pilots fly and navigate airplanes, helicopters, and other aircraft. Airline pilots fly for airlines that transport people and cargo on a fixed schedule.

Salary:

$119,750

Education:

Most airline pilots begin their careers as commercial pilots. Commercial pilots typically need a high school diploma or equivalent. Airline pilots typically need a bachelor’s degree. All pilots who are paid to fly must have at least a commercial pilot’s license from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Reflection:

I think I would not like to become an airline pilot. However, it just amuses me and it seems pretty cool. The pay is really nice though. 

Student Success Statement #29

Student Success Statement

“It’s not about how to achieve your dreams. It’s about ho          w to lead your life. If you lead your life the right way, the karma (destiny, fortune, good luck) will take care of itself. The dreams will come to you.”

-          Dr. Randy Pausch

Reflection:

I absolutely love this quote. I believe in karma. I know that good things in life will happen to me if I start them first. If I’m a good person and I am a well human being who has great character. I understand bad things will happen too. That’s part of Ying and Yang. My dreams will come to me if I keep up my good character and be a good citizen and stay away from negativity. Good karma will come to me soon, I am sure of it.

ENT Doctor

Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT Doctor)

Duties and Responsibilities:

An ear, nose or throat doctor or ENT physician, also called otolaryngologist, specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders that affect these specific areas of the body.

Salary:

$194,000 per year

Education:

To be an ENT, you must finish medical school and then complete a residency to receive certification for otolaryngology

Reflection:

I don’t think I’d like to become an ENT because I hate being around a mouth or nose of someone else. Even my mouth disgusts me.  It does sometimes interest me, but I don’t want to be near that area. Great pay though.

Student Success Statement #28

Student Success Statement

“Every time I’ve done something that doesn’t feel right, it’s ended up not being right.”

-          Mario Cuomo

Reflection:

I can relate to this quote so much. Literally yesterday I was playing a quiz on Buzzfeed.com that had to see how well you know Taylor Swift. My friend Johnny and I we’re getting all the answers right except one about how many times she mentions red lipstick in one of her songs. I felt it was wrong but I chose the answer anyways  and obviously, the answer was indeed wrong.

Electrocardiograph Technician

Electrocardiograph Technician

Duties and Responsibilities:

Electrocardiography technicians explain procedures to patients and attach electrodes to them to prep them for EKG tests.

Salary:

$30,104

Education:

Electrocardiography technicians usually complete a certificate program or on-the-job training. Courses in a certificate program may include anatomy, CPR, diagnostic electrocardiography, electrocardiogram techniques, and EKG analysis.

Reflection:

I think I’d be interested in this career. Seems very simple and it looks like fun. However, the pay isn’t all that great.

What I Have Done Over the Winter Break

What I Have Done Over the Winter Break

I have a lot of time in my hands over the break. I realized a lot of things during the break. I have realized that I only run away from my problems and I tried my best to resolve them before 12/31. And I have completed that goal. I realized that although I have lost many, many friends over the year, I never needed them because if they we’re true friends they would have stayed. I had a lot of time to meditate. I have finally come to terms with my inner self and I am spiritually replenished. I took advantage of catching up on my sleep and I had time to hang out with my friends. I faced most of my fears over vacations. I have finally realized that I am a good person and although I may not thoroughly think through my actions, my intentions are good. Let’s just say I have changed. 

Student Success Statement #27

Student Success Statement

“Intelligence plus character, that is the goal of true education”

-          Martin Luther King Jr.

Reflection:

I think what Martin Luther King Jr. is trying to say is that the true goal in life and education is to have character and intelligence within yourself. Not only will this help you emotionally, but I may even help you physically. To become successful you must have intelligence and great character.

Registered Dietitian

Registered Dietitian

Duties and Responsibilities:

Dietitians and nutritionists are experts in food and nutrition. They advise people on what to eat in order to lead a healthy lifestyle or achieve a specific health-related goal.

Salary:

$55,240 per year

Education:

Most dietitians and nutritionists have a bachelor’s degree and have participated in supervised training through an internship or as part of their coursework. Many states require dietitians and nutritionists to be licensed.

Reflection:

I would not like to become a dietitian because I like to eat a lot and I don’t think diets are in my vocabulary. I don’t like the pay either. I think I’d like to earn more money.