Mission Statement

My mission in life is to try to be my best self, not wanting to be someone else. I will strive not to let the demeaning thoughts of others throughout my life affect who I am and my own ideas and opinions; I will strive to develop my own identity. I wish to further develop my God-given talents, such as intelligence and athletic ability. I have an aspiration to learn more about the topics that interest me, including exercise science and psychology. I want to continue to play soccer, ski, and exercise in other ways because performing these activities, and others, makes me feel as if I am being productive with my time and enjoying life. I wish to travel and to participate or be a part of global or domestic sporting events because being part of those type of events is exciting and stimulating. With my love of animals, among other areas, I will strive to be an active member in communities and service projects that work to advance understanding and appreciate the things in the world that are taken advantage of or pushed aside due to the thought of lack of importance. Due to multiple injuries over the years, I hope to use my baccalaureate and doctorate education in my intended field, PT, to help others prevent injuries and to return stronger than before their injuries. I will strive to stand up for others and that which I value; I will argue my point and will not surrender without a thorough and fair fight. In my life, I will strive to demonstrate the values in which my family and friends have instilled in me: acceptance, acknowledgement, adaptability, appreciation, care, connection, determination, diversity, encouragement, growth, humor, individuality, patience, practicality, respect, service, strength, success, and vision (which are just some of them).