This week in ISM has mainly been about the winter research
showcase. On Tuesday, I attended the showcase and shared with others what I have
learned in ISM so far. I really enjoyed the showcase as I was able to meet new
people and tell them about ISM. As well, I was able to see the work my peers
have done in ISM so far and was thoroughly impressed. Lastly, from the showcase
I was able to think about what I need to improve upon for our final presentation
night. I think for final presentation night, I want to have some type of food
at my board and also I need to smile more. In class this week, we wrote thank
you notes to all our teachers who came to the showcase. As well, we reflected on
our showcase experience. Overall, I would consider this week a success as I felt
the showcase went well. Over the break, I plan on doing another research
assessment and also starting on my S.M.A.R.T. goals. By making my S.M.A.R.T.
goals, I will be able to set up a frame work for the second semester of ISM. Finally,
now that I have found a mentor, I look forward to working with Dr. Lao after
the break to continue my studies of optometry.
