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Afton Herke

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General information

Hobbies & Interests

  • Ice Hockey
  • Finance
  • Sports
  • Motorsports
  • Legos

Reading

  • Mystery
  • Action
  • Academic
  • Young Adult
  • Sports and Games

I read books daily.

Bio

I’m a graduating senior from Ashburn, Virginia, and will be attending The Ohio State University this fall to major in Exercise Science on the pre-med track. I aspire to become a pediatric anesthesiologist and am particularly interested in researching the long-term effects of repeated anesthesia on young children who undergo multiple surgeries before age three. My passion for medicine is deeply rooted in my desire to help and advocate for others. As president of my school’s Minority Student Council and a student equity ambassador, I’ve led policy reform initiatives to promote inclusivity and representation in my school district. I’ve also volunteered at my local library to promote literacy within my community. In my spare time, I enjoy reading and learning about personal finance and investing. Receiving scholarships would ease the financial burden of college, allowing me to focus fully on my academics and continued service to others.

Education

Ohio State University-Main Campus

Bachelor's degree program

2025 – 2029

Majors:
  • Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
GPA3.9 GPA

Stone Bridge High

High School

2021 – 2025

GPA3.9 GPA

Miscellaneous

Desired degree level:
Bachelor's degree program
Majors of interest:
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology, Other, Human Biology, Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences
Medical school interest:
Yes
Test scores:
  • SAT1510

Career

  • Retail Associate

    Retail · Under Armour

    Jan 2025 – Present

  • Math Tutor

    Education · Self Employed

    Jan 2024 – Present

  • Youth Soccer Referee

    Sports · Loudoun Soccer

    Jan 2020 – Jan 2023

Miscellaneous

Dream career field:
Medicine
Dream career goals:
Anesthesiologist
Has nursing license:
No