Abstract This paper presents the personalstatement of a person pursuing studies in mental health and counseling. The paper relates that, in order to pay for these studies, the applicant worked with an adoption agency, and being of Chinese origin felt personally rewarded by assisting in the placement of Chinese children and specifically that of a little Chinese girl. The paper concludes with a discussion about the writer's intentions of pursuing a health and counseling career, which would be of value in assisting the underprivileged, as demonstrated by the help given to the adopted Chinese girl.
From the Paper "I was put in charge of the Chinese adoption program because I am originally from China; my employers felt this background, especially culturally and linguistically, was invaluable to meet their ends. I found that I was able to help mediate issues that naturally arose between adopted children and their new families in this country. Especially when it came to older children, the importance of acting as a bridge between them and their new families was a crucial aspect of my work."
Abstract This paper is written by a personalstatement by a native of India, studying outside his or her country, who desires a career in pediatric medicine. The author points out that her or she has excellent qualifications. The paper relates that the applicant's ultimate desire is to return to India and practice pediatric medicine there because of the poor medical care in India due to the lack of skill and training of many health care personnel.
From the Paper "One concept that I have always lived my life by is that life is for one generation, but a good name is forever. A person needs to attempt what he or she dreams, and my parents not only shared in my dreams for myself, they encouraged and facilitated them. They were able to see the sheer magnitude of the healthcare problems facing millions of people in India, my birthplace, just as I did. For this reason, they were happy to provide me with the opportunity to take up medicine as a career. Later, when being selected both for engineering studies and for medicine, I weighed the benefits that would come with my decision. As I felt that I could do more for my society in medicine, that was the career path that I selected."
Abstract This paper provides a personalstatement regarding the desire to undertake a Master's degree at Springfield College. The writer discusses his desire to help others and how this has led him to pursue further education that would help him to further his goals. It discusses the benefits of undertaking his Master's at Springfield College which has shown itself to be committed to the humanities.
From the Paper "It may seem that I could meet my personal, educational, and professional goals through any Masters at any university. However, I believe that Springfield College would provide me with opportunities that are unavailable at other institutions. I am extremely impressed with Springfield's commitment to the service of humanity, and believe that I will find myself surrounded by others like me, who have an innate need to help other people. I feel that the graduate programs of many other schools emphasize academia and research, rather than the application of existing knowledge to better humankind. I am not interested in that aspect of my field, but, instead, want to apply psychology to help people. I believe that Springfield's emphasis on practical experience, including volunteer work, will provide me with the opportunity to create a practical and helpful foundation in my field. I am also impressed with the credentials of Springfield's faculty, and I believe that, under them, I will be able to meet influential and helpful people in my field. Hopefully, my educational experience will help me meet the contacts that I will need to really help people, and perhaps even begin the pilot educational and counseling program, which I described in my professional goals. Finally, I am impressed that all of Springfield's Master's programs, regardless of discipline, focus on the helping professions. I feel as if I will be in the right place to learn skills from other disciplines, if my education, laboratory, and volunteer experience reveal a gap in my knowledge."
Abstract This paper provides a personal description of the events that led the writer to choose a career in dentistry. It describes the writer's first exposure to dentistry and discusses the impression that it made on him. The paper also describes the writer's previous work experience and how it was very informative and has greatly reinforced his heightened enthusiasm for the dental profession.
From the Paper "My initial exposure to taking dentistry as a career path was purely accidental. About four years ago, I had to accompany my mother to the dentist because she was still unable to speak a single word of English during that time. I myself was not that fluent at that time since it has only been a few months since I arrived in the US. The doctor informed me that mother's teeth needed to be crowned, but the procedure was not covered by her medical plan. The dentist also told me that extraction was the only alternative procedure covered under her plan. So I gave the dentist permission to perform the extraction procedure, not knowing exactly what extraction really meant. When we got home, my mother got upset and started to cry when she realized that her teeth have been extracted. I love my mother very much and seeing her cry broke my heart. I wanted to correct my mistake so I went back to the dentist, but he informed me that new teeth implant would cost $7,000.00. He referred me to the financial manager after I asked for the possibility of paying on installment basis. Unfortunately, the financial manager ignored me completely. I cannot help but blame myself for making such a stupid mistake and the feeling of helplessness pains me severely. It was then that I decided to become a dentist, not only to give my mother her teeth back but also to help other people like me."
Abstract This paper is a portfolio and personalstatement of a practicing nurse. It describes nursing as a unique rite of passage and an art of the highest order. It also discusses the commitment required to be a nurse. In addition, the author atalks about her professional goals, both short-term and long-term. To conclude, the author asserts that she is ready and able to take on a community-oriented leadership role.
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From the Paper "Nursing as a profession does not merely mean mastering a craft. Nursing is, unlike other health professionals, an art of the highest order. This aspect of nursing entails more than just helping and caring for people. It means giving your whole life to strangers that put a unique type of trust in you, the cost of which may be a life, or quality of life. By the same token, it means forging an alliance with persons on personal levels other people may be uncomfortable with."
Abstract This paper presents a personal scholarship statement and application essay for a student applying for a scholarship to study to be a dental hygienist. The applicant describes her experiences working in a dental office and how this experience has encouraged her to pursue a career as a dental hygienist. She touches on why she finds dental work fulfilling and describes some of her characteristics that she feels will make her successful in her choice of career.
From the Paper "In my four years at the dental office, I have seen countless patients come in with severe dental and oral health problems that caused them physical discomfort, difficulty eating, and embarrassment about the appearance of their teeth. One man had tremendous difficulty eating, because of the damage from a lifelong habit of chewing tobacco. The tobacco had caused multiple cancerous lesions and resulted in the loss of some of his jawbone. After extensive treatment with several different specialists, including dentists, oral surgeons, and maxillofacial specialists, his ability to speak and to enjoy his food was restored to a level where he could continue a normal life after surviving cancer surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy."
Abstract This paper presents the personalstatement of the writer who graduated from St. John's University in January 2007 with a Bachelors degree in Human Services. It describes experiences from her life and the life of her family to explain the factors that led to her personal growth and maturity. It then explains why the writer decided to pursue a career in child welfare.
From the Paper "Getting Counseling helped Jennifer become stable, and understand the situation. I could not believe what a difference it makes talking for just one hour in an individual's life. I strongly believe that this experience lead me into my current career as you can never judge a book by it's cover. As this man seemed to be kind , but ended up being very cruel. Being objective is something I have learned through these experiences and helps me provide better assistance to my clients. In the year 2000 I started to work as a receptionist at Western Queens Recovery Services. This agency helps people to stay sober, and learn to live without using addictive substances. Here I would see how some people changed their living style. They will tell me they were glad to be able to stop drinking, because of the therapist help. Clients would tell me that the counselor would help them boost their self-esteem. Counselors were proud of their work, and they knew that most of the time they will be able to make a difference in a client's life no matter how small that difference may be. Being part of this environment made me decide what road to follow."
Abstract This paper introduces the book, "Free to Choose: A PersonalStatement", by Milton and Rose Friedman and, in particular, indicates which school of thought the authors are from and gives a short critique of the book. It looks at how "Free to Choose" is probably one of the most famous books written on economic theory, how PBS created a 10-part documentary in concert with the book, and how the book remains a textbook on economic and political thought today. It also shows how it is a fascinating look into economic theory and a must-read for anyone who would like to learn more about the free-market economy we live in today.
From the Paper "The Friedman's are clearly of the monetary school of thought, but they advocate a "less is more" form of government, thereby utilizing money more effectively. They advocate a free-market economy, and take care to explain just why planned or controlled economies fail. The Friedman's are definitely capitalists, and do not adhere to the socialist economic theory. Ultimately, the book equates economic freedom with political freedom, and the authors go on to explain their theories that "less is more" in all forms of government, and the people should be free to choose whatever they want, despite whether it is good or bad for them, they should still have the right to choose for themselves."
Abstract This paper discusses the personal values of the individual in relation to business and personal life. It further discusses how the cultural values of the corporation and the beliefs or ethics of the individual are incorporated into the employee's decision making. The paper also discusses how cultural values belong to the group, and personal ethics are individual. These two concepts must match in order to create an effective personal value statement.
From the Paper "In developing a personal values statement for personal and professional life, it is important to consider the effect of organizational, cultural, and personal values on the individual. Bond, Boonstra, Cheosakul, Fu, Higashide, Howell, Kennedy, Koopman, Lacassagne, Pasa, Peng, Prieto, Strinivas, Tata, and Yukl (2004) contend that values are "long lasting" (p. 284). These authors further state that there is a significant difference between the beliefs of an individual, and the values of a group or organization (Bond et al., 2004, p. 284). The theory of "beliefs" suggest that a personal viewpoint is being evaluated, while values suggest that a large number of people are sharing in one set of behaviors that will be best suited to the organization."
Abstract This paper presents a personalstatement and admission essay to the Medical School of the University of Toronto. It describes the writer's choice to pursue a career in medicine and how it was shaped by a combination of family history, his lifelong fascination with human biology, and his knowledge of how profoundly emotionally rewarding it can be for medical practitioners to make a positive difference in the lives of their patients. The paper discusses each of these aspects in detail.
From the Paper "Finally, it must be said that my decision to apply to study medicine at the University of Toronto has been influenced by the renown and reputation of its faculty, and its success in producing medical practitioners of the highest calibre. My determination to meet the high standards of your institution led me to retake my MCAT so that I was satisfied with every aspect of my performance, and feel that it accurately reflects my knowledge and skill set. I also believe that my lifelong interest in human biology and physiology, and the knowledge gained as a consequence of these years of interest and study, also render me a strong candidate for medical studies at your institution. To all of these factors must also be added the invaluable life experience and insights into the challenges and emotional rewards of medical practice that I have acquired through learning from my grandfather's and my father's examples. Their dedication and commitment to their patients and their work have inspired me to continue their legacy of care through pursuing my own career in medicine."
Abstract This paper presents a personalstatement of a student who is seeking admission to law school. The writer presents his opinion of the responsibility of accepting a scholarship and how the recipient must live up to the name of the institution that awards the scholarship. The writer also presents his general opinion on scholarships and who they should benefit.
From the Paper "Besides donating as much as possible to the scholarship funds that supported them, recipients also have a responsibility to serve that fund by volunteering for special events, interviewing future applicants, or participating in any external organizations that the fund supports. Another way recipients can show their gratitude is by performing service for the law school itself. Volunteering when possible, becoming active members of clubs, groups, and committees, and helping fellow students are some of the ways scholarship recipients can actively display their appreciation."
This paper is a personalstatement stating the reasons why the author wants to attend a online education course to obtain a PhD in education technology.
Abstract In this article, the writer notes a ten year history of working in the field of computer science. The writer points out that the most rewarding experiences have been as an educator writing user manuals for both laypersons and specialists and as an instructor teaching students of a variety of ability levels, from high school students to undergraduates, who desire to enter a technical field. The writer's ultimate professional ambition is to use technological expertise and a passion for teaching to design instructional technology materials and curriculum. The writer maintains that obtaining a PhD in education technology with a concentration in instructional and specialization design in a distance learning format would seem like the ideal way to achieve these ambitions.
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From the Paper "My undergraduate degree is in Computer Science and my graduate degree is in Electronic Commerce. My chosen specialization will enable me to learn how to better combine effective online teaching techniques with my computer science background. My degree in electronic commerce will also give me additional background in marketing online learning experiences to students, and matching the needs of the customer, in this case the student, to the product. Furthermore, as many online students are choosing to gain degrees in my graduate field, I will have additional experience in using my knowledge to create effective curriculums."
"As well as receiving an education in these disciplines relevant to my desired degree, I have worked as a teacher myself and taught high school students academic math and critical thinking."
Abstract This paper begins with a description of what the author believes defines an outstanding accomplishment and then goes on to tell why her personal achievement, that of becoming the field commander of her high school marching band, fits the definition she has presented of an outstanding accomplishment.
From the Paper "Everyone has achieved something. For some people an achievement is playing sports; for others it is receiving good grades. Webster's dictionary defines achievement as a "great or heroic deed" or ?something accomplished by valor, boldness or praiseworthy exertion.? Achievement is also defined as accomplishing a task successfully. Throughout the course of our lives we all have ample opportunities to achieve something, whether it be great or something relatively minor. Today and every day, I am concerned with realizing not just an achievement, but an outstanding achievement."
Abstract This paper claims that according to the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, financial statements can be produced in a variety of forms to serve a wide range of purposes in determining the economic viability of an organization. Firstly the paper reviews reviews the use of the balance sheet demonstrates the assets, liabilities and shareholders equity. Secondly, income statements demonstrate income and loss of the organization over a period of time. Third, cash flow statements provide information as to the historical flow of money through the organization, as well as determine if there is a sufficient monetary amount to satisfy debts in the course of business. Finally, a shareholder's equity statement is explored.
From the Paper "According the United States Securities and Exchange Commission financial statements can be produced in a variety of forms, to serve a wide range of purposes in determining the economic viability of an organization. First, a balance sheet demonstrates a company's " assets, liabilities and shareholders' equity" ("Beginners", 2004, sec. 3). These are the items that a company may have on hand that are of value, the debts of the company, and the monetary worth of the company, after debts, if it were sold ("Beginners", 2004, sec. 3). Secondly, income statements demonstrate income and loss of the organization over a period of time ("Beginners", 2004, sec. 4). Third, cash flow statements provide information as to the historical flow of money through the organization, as well as determine if there is a sufficient monetary amount to satisfy debts in the course of business ("Beginners", 2004, sec. 5). Finally, a shareholder's equity statement ..."
Abstract This paper describes the balance sheet, the income statement and the statement of cash flows. It examines three companies, Exxon Mobil, Ford Motor Company and Microsoft, and asks and answers questions about their financial condition and future prospects
From the Paper "A Balance Statement is a financial statement showing assets, liabilities and net worth at a specific time. Under generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) the following rules apply to the creation of balance sheets: assets are to be defined as items of value both tangible and intangible that a company owns or controls; liabilities are debt sowed by an organization; equity is a residual account; equity equals assets minus liabilities; current assets are assets that will become cash in the ordinary course of business within one year..."
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