This summer I went to Brown University and I took a course named Biomedical Engineering Systems. In my course, we did many interesting labs. For example, we learned how to use micro pipettes and how to grow algae. Everyday was a college lecture and I had to learn to adapt to the professor's teaching style, which I wasn't used to. This experience was also challenging because I was surrounded by complete strangers and it was hard for me to make new friends and introduce myself to people. However, I came out of my shell and met new people that were very different from me. Living college life was also challenging for me because my parents weren't there with me and I was afraid to be on my own and be independent. I had a challenging first day, but I got used to it and it became easier as time went on. Overall, I had a new and interesting experience at Brown University and it will be something I always remember especially when I'm applying for college!

Over the summer I will be attending Brown University and taking the Engineering and Biomedical systems course. I am very eager to take this course because I will get to learn how biomedical engineers create cartilages that can help protect bone. In my present school, I don’t have the freedom to choose which classes I want to take, so being able to choose a course that I’m interested in makes me excited to go to Brown. Participating in this program will open my eyes to real life situations and teach me new things that may be helpful to me in the future.

I can’t wait to go to Brown and take a course with those who share my interest and passion. In school my favorite classes are math and science. This made me interested in technology and sparked my passion for creating new ideas to make the world a safer and better place.