This week in ISM I have completed a
research assessment and made S.M.A.R.T. goals for myself. Through my research
assessment, I researched the causes, effects, and types of color blindness.
Learning about color blindness helped broaden my perspective of optometry as it
made me aware of problems people face beyond just blurry vision. By creating
S.M.A.R.T. goals for myself, I was able to think deeply on what I want to do
with my life and the steps I must take in order to reach my goals. For my short
term goals, I want to finish the year strong and learn as much as I can about
optometry. For my mid-term goals, I want to attain a biochemistry degree within
four years and eventually go to a top medical school. And lastly, for my long
term goals, I want to become a doctor and have started a family by the time I
am 32. As well, I hope to contribute to the medical community and publish a few
research papers by the time I am 40. I
would consider this week a success in that I was able to complete all
assignments on time and set goals for myself. Next week, I will be meeting with
my mentor for the first time. As well, I
will begin working on my original work and hopefully have completed my survey
by the end of next week.
