“What are you going to do after high school?” I’ve been asking myself this question forever, and as of this fall, I’ve finally decided. I plan to major in horticulture at Iowa State University. Deciding what to do with the rest of my life was neither quick nor easy, but luckily I had some help along the way.
My interest in plants began before I can remember, and has been fueled by my parents, teachers, and summer job. My family has the best backyard garden. I was always out there, picking green beans and helping pull out weeds. Eventually, this evolved to my parents allowing me to grow any seed or plant that interested me, until a spare room in our house teemed with potted plants throughout the whole winter. This past year my biology teacher has helped me tremendously in my career choice by understanding my interest and always encouraging me to learn more. She allows me to grow plants in the school’s greenhouse
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It is a subject that I know I can completely immerse myself in and still never get bored of. Within this field, there are many options. I have not quite narrowed down exactly what I want to do. One area that I’m looking at right now is horticulture research. With horticulture research, I would work in a laboratory and discover better ways to grow plants, how to prevent diseases in plants, and different uses for plants. I could impact thousands or millions of lives by increasing the worlds food supply or by using my knowledge of plants to help develop new vaccines or medicines. In other areas of horticulture, I could work as a plant breeder, greenhouse manager, or vineyard manager. I plan to earn my bachelor’s degree, and then possibly a masters or doctoral degree, depending on the exact type of career I choose to pursue. Ultimately, I would love to be able to lead a research team of my own, or manage a food production greenhouse in the
A substantial part of the enjoyment that will come from pursuing a STEM degree is knowing it is something that I have always wanted to do since I was a young girl. When I was about 10 years old, I started to watch the Discovery Channel on television. These shows captured my attention and my love for science, and ultimately led me to want to pursue a career in the science field. Then, when I was a freshman in high school, I realized my true love of science from honors Biology and being introduced to the microscope. Now, three years later as a senior in high school, I am continuing my love of science by taking AP Biology. Throughout my life, my experiences have only strengthened my love and enjoyment in this field.
In the degree that I am seeking I know there will be a lot of science to take. Science has always come natural to me, possibly because you can actually see the product and touch it. I plan to become a veterinarian not just for the love of animals but for the science and knowledge also. The dissecting of animals has always been interesting to me. It is a whole new world that I can wait to explore even more. It is amazing how God made living creatures. I just want to help keep them form getting sick and doctoring them when they do.
The career I would like to pursue is Veterinary Technology. I have a passion for working with and around animals. If you love animals and have an interest in helping them, this may be the career for you.
My interest in plants came through watching and helping my grandmother in her gardens. Last summer, Jacksonville's historic Cummer Gardens needed workers, so I began volunteering there for several hours each week, planting new flowers, removing old ones, mulching, and weeding. My work there has inspired me to volunteer in other public gardens, such as those in libraries and nursing homes, in the future.
Now this is the kind of question a mother wants to hear from her children. Not 'Can I play on the interstate?' or 'If I eat this will I die?' Something, instead, wholesome and good. An activity that not only teaches, but puts fresh produce on her table.
Activities: Classroom Activities in Plant Biotechnology. The American Phytopathological Society, n.d. Web. 5 April, 2014.
When I obtain an education in biology, I will be able to better impact the world in a positive way whether it be through research in medicine, or the discovery of new ways to improve the population’s food supply. Following my career path will allow me to give back to and benefit society as a
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