Tiger Tutoring Program.I have always had a firm belief that often; the best way to learn is to teach. As a result, I have always enjoyed and benefitted from tutoring others both formally and informally. Through the Auburn University Athletic Department, I have been able to tutor and mentor student athletes. I have additionally served as peer tutor in a variety of subjects. These subjects include, but are not limited to, chemistry, calculus, physics, heat and mass transfer, and hydraulic transport in biological systems. By serving as a tutor and mentor for student athletes and my peers, I have been able to further my knowledge on the subject and test my skills while also helping my peers. Tutoring has also taught me how to communicate my knowledge on often-complex subjects effectively, by phrasing the concepts in terminology that the students will better understand. I feel that this will serve me well throughout my career by allowing me to communicate complex engineering topics and theories with clients or employers not knowledgeable with engineering terminology. Thus, I feel that serving as a peer mentor and tutor has helped my technical communication skills to mature in a mutually enjoyable and beneficial manner.
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Domestic Violence Awareness.As a woman in particular, the statistics of women affected personally by domestic violence is mind-shattering. One in four women are affected by domestic violence, and as a member of a sorority of 230 women who I have grown to love, this has become something I have grown to become passionate about. I have been blessed to part of an organization equally passionate about Domestic Violence Awareness. Through my social sorority, I have been able to work as a member of a team to support and raise money for the local Domestic Violence Intervention Center in Opelika, Alabama. I have also been able to work throughout campus and the Auburn area to spread awareness about domestic violence, whether this be through candlelight vigils honoring those affected or by posting warning signs throughout campus, or even working to encourage students to stamp their hands and sign the pledge to help put an end to domestic violence. My social sorority and our philanthropy has given me a sense of direction and encouraged me to stand strong in my character. It has allowed me to grow into a strong, independent, and servant-hearted young woman.
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Cardinal Key and Lamda Sigma Honorary.While at Auburn University, I have been challenged to grow as a leader. For me, being a leader means giving. It is sharing your passions and talents to those who need your help and guidance. By working to develop myself as a leader on campus and in the Auburn community, I was able to become a member of both Lambda Sigma Honor Society (top 50 sophomores) and Cardinal Key Honorary (top 40 juniors). These organizations have allowed me to continue my growth as a leader by becoming a student. Surrounded by other students who excel in leadership has taught me effective methods to leadership. These organizations have taught me that sometimes even the best leaders must listen. Lambda Sigma and Cardinal Key have also taught me that talents are meant to be shared. As a result, they encouraged me to follow my passion for philanthropy by helping with both Children’s Harbor and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Both Lambda Sigma Honor Society and Cardinal Key Honorary allow me to communicate with peers outside of engineering, allowing me to gain a perspective much different from my own from strong leaders with similar interests as myself.
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Cupola Engineering Ambassadors.I can remember that day, as a freshman, like it was just yesterday: boldly walking up to the Cupola Engineering Ambassadors table and asking to join the team. Unbeknownst to me, I was, at that point, still too young in my college career and ineligible for membership. Luckily, I was undeterred and simply settled to apply the following spring as a sophomore. As my second semester of sophomore year approached, I still remained resolute in my goal to become a member of this elite ambassador team. I worked extremely diligently on my application and was thrilled to be awarded an interview slot. I practically bounced into my interview, so excited; and, in my mind, I left thinking, “I totally nailed it.” As a result, I was embarrassed and deeply upset when I did not make the team. For a while, I was bitter. I knew I was qualified, and I was sure I had done well in my interview. I could not understand why I wasn’t good enough. However, with time, I swallowed my pride and sent an email to the current recruitment chair. Politely, I simply asked for a few tips on how I could improve my interview skills. Through her reply, she encouraged me to apply again the following year, assuring me they had appreciated my enthusiasm and looked forward to seeing me again. Needless to say, I debated once again applying for an organization that seemed to be right out of my grasp. I wanted so badly to be part of Cupola, but did not want to be rejected once again. However, when spring arrived, I submitted my application and went into the interview with a newfound confidence. Fortunately, this time, I was rewarded a spot on the Cupola Samuel Ginn College of Engineering Ambassador team. To say this experience has taught me a lot is an understatement. It has been instrumental in developing my humility, perseverance, and diligence. Being a member of such an incredible organization has allowed me to grow as a leader, communicator, and a team member. Undoubtedly, Cupola Engineering Ambassadors has contributed greatly to my personal growth as a leader and my college experience as a whole.
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