Undergraduate / Why Brown? - I find myself frustrated when confined to a single branch of study. [4]

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Brown is the true definition of a liberal arts education. Having such a wide variety of interests, I find myself frustrated when confined to a single branch of study. Having to choose a sole subject area that you are passionate about instead of having the freedom to choose all of them is limiting. I believe that people can be passionate about more than one thing, and that is where my views align so perfectly with Brown's. Brown encourages students to explore new things, and being an avidly curious individual, I would take full advantage of Francis Wayland's philosophy "study what he chose, all that he chose, and nothing but what he chose". If Brown gave me the opportunity to join its elite student population, I would combine my passions of science and music to create my own niche within the Brown community; I could structure my education to suit my interests instead of structuring my interests to suit my education. In summation, I would use my time at Brown to learn not only about the branches of study that intrigue me, but also to learn about my interests, my passions, and myself.

Undergraduate / Brown PLME - Since I could walk and talk, I have always aspired to be a doctor. [2]

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2. Since the Program in Liberal Medical Education espouses a broad-based liberal education, please describe your fields of interest in both the sciences and the liberal arts. Be specific about what courses and aspects of the program will be woven into a potential educational plan. (Please limit your response to this question to 500 words.)

Since I could walk and talk, I have always aspired to be a doctor. However, I have discovered additional interests throughout my educational journey thus far. Along with science, which would be my main area of study, I also have a great interest in music. Truthfully, I could have a hundred undergraduate degrees and still find courses that interest me. Nevertheless, since my time as an undergraduate is finite, I plan to make the most of my undergraduate degree by pursuing all passions that I have discovered hitherto.

In the field of science, the complexities of the human body fascinate me like nothing else I have encountered so far in my academic journey. Genetics particularly mesmerize me; I find it incredibly interesting how different combinations of four nitrogenous bases dictate the whole of a person's genetic makeup. As such, I would be interested in taking both the "Genetics" and "Molecular Genetics" courses at Brown while I am pursuing a concentration in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. I am also quite interested in Neuroscience and would therefore take "Principles of Neurobiology" to understand the fundamentals processes of the brain. I find science especially appealing as a field of study because the field is always evolving, new discoveries are made every day, and I will never run out of new ideas of explore.

As much as I enjoy the sciences, having a creative outlet such as music is what keeps me sane. I have been playing the piano for 12 years now, 9 of which comprised of formal study with a teacher. However, for the past 3 years, my musical education has been exclusively self-directed. Concurrently, it is within these last 3 years that I have come to appreciate my passion of playing the piano. Music provides me with an outlet to express myself that simultaneously revitalizes me. Of the music courses that Brown offers, "Theory of Tonal Music", "Advanced Musicianship", "Baroque and Classical Music", and "Romantic and Modern Music" are all incredibly appealing to me. I would love to find a way to combine my passions of science and music during my time at Brown. If fact, I have been entertaining the idea of potentially researching ways in which music affects cognitive development.

In summation, I feel the PLME program would be perfect fit for me because it encourages a true liberal education. I have developed two distinct passions thus far, with additional passions I do not have room to mention, and I do not want to be limited in my options of study during my undergraduate degree. I feel cutting myself off from either my scientific or artistic interests would be detriment to my education. I am confident the PLME program would allow me to pursue all my passions while preparing for and receiving a world-class medical education. The opportunity to construct my own academic path will ensure that I find harmony between my musical passions and my desire to become a successful physician.

Undergraduate / It's perfect union between my passions of biology and chemistry, and my passion for helping others [2]

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1. Most high school seniors are unsure about eventual career choices. What experiences have led you to consider medicine as your future profession? Please describe specifically why you have chosen to apply to the Program in Liberal Medical Education in pursuit of your career in medicine. Also, be sure to indicate your rationale on how the PLME is a "good fit" for your personal, academic, and future professional goals. (Please limit your response to this question to 500 words.)

I remember when I was only 5 years old, I would hear an ambulance rush past my house, and I would tell my parents "One day, that's going to be my ambulance". I'm not sure what initially sparked my interest in medicine but all I know is that I've always yearned to be a doctor. Medicine is the perfect union between my passions of biology and chemistry, and my passion for helping others and leaving a positive impact on the world.

My interest in medicine was reaffirmed when I was given the opportunity to study human anatomy at Queen's University. I was in complete awe at the elegance, intricacy and genius of the human body's design. Additionally, I had the opportunity to observe cadavers and determine their cause of death. I had initial hesitations pertaining to the cadavers having never seen a deceased human being before. Although once I realized what a rare and amazing opportunity was made available to me, to study a human body in such close proximity, the cadavers promptly became much less daunting and much more interesting. I had nothing but the utmost respect for the people who donated their bodies to further the education of countless students. Since my experience at Queen's University, my desire to become a doctor has only been growing stronger. In fact, every doctor I have had the pleasure of meeting has inspired me to devote my life to saving other's lives with patience, empathy, and acceptance.

The PLME itself is an excellent fit for my academic and future professional goals because I am always looking for a new challenge. The PLME would allow me to pursue my bountiful passions as an undergrad in order to become an active learner, while also maintaining my aspiration of becoming a doctor. There is so much to learn, and I feel that limiting myself to studying science in the hopes of attending medical school while disregarding the arts would be detriment to my education. As for my personal goals, I desire to look back on my life and feel satisfied that I made a positive impact within the world. With a world population greater than seven billion, there is so much potential to impact the world for good. That is why with my life, I would like to deliver hope to families, and fight against grim odds to allow people to return to living their lives in the hopes that my positive impact upon their life will inspire them to positively impact others.

The PLME program is an exceptional opportunity to evolve into a mature, well-rounded and superlative doctor. It would be an honour to be considered for acceptance into such a prestigious program. Should I be accepted, I vow to work hard every day to make sure to prosper after being afforded an unparalleled opportunity to fulfill my personal, academic and professional goals.

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