I became interested in science at a young age. I would always watch science and medical research programs on television. As a result of science, discoveries and inventions have been made that allow us to live comfortably today. My interest in the field of Biostatistics is a very personal nature. Growing up, a black woman in a low-income area, I saw firsthand the continuous cycle of ineffective or absent public healthcare policies, and people succumb to many avoidable and treatable conditions, exacerbated by lack of access to preventative health services and education, or quality, compassionate care. Moreover, witnessing my grandmother’s fight, one that she won, with type-2 Diabetes led me to want to help others do the same- the people I grew up with, my community, those that believed in me, and supported me in the pursuit of my dreams. I cannot go forward without remembering where I came from, and giving back to the best of my ability, knowledge and heartfelt compassion. My passion for analyzation and building, combined with my desire to complete tasks that will improve health education is what drives my interest in Biostatistics. In this golden age of equal opportunity, it is time to bring equal access to healthcare, in a system that I believe can do better. I have gained a great depth of understanding how medicine impacts people every day from my pre-medical experience when I was performing clinical observations and volunteering at hospitals and clinics. I chose to embrace my interest in education and make a difference earlier while using my knowledge of science to support youth, families, and communities. I gained teaching experience co-teaching and tutoring at a local high school in the DC area where I taught lessons in biology, chemistry and integrated science. This provided me time to reflect on my life experiences and education thus far, while further serving the community and being inspired by students and families. I felt renewed confidence and enjoyment in learning genetics and molecular biology while discovering my limitations and what I am truly capable of. I carry with me perspectives, conviction and knowledge I have gained from colleagues, students, family and experiences nationally and internationally. I am continuously reminded of my willpower, love for life-long learning, and dedication to help others unite our world and science. I am certain my personal strengths of independence, teamwork, attention to detail, creativity and perseverance will serve me well in pursuing a Master of Science in Biostatistics. Ultimately, I intend to earn a PhD and start a research career in the drug discovery department of a biotechnology company, as I want to find real-world uses for my research. I also plan to return to academia as a part time instructor, in order to train young scientists. In addition, I plan to conduct research concerning genetic diseases, vaccine effectiveness, cancer, gene therapy, and stem cells to provide physicians and genetic counselors cutting edge information to more accurately assess risks, interpret medical history, test and diagnose genetic diseases and illnesses due to the malfunction of the cell cycle and developmental mechanisms. I am certain my personal strengths of independence, teamwork, attention to detail, creativity and perseverance will serve me well in learning the most from additional teaching experience, research, and professional guidance. Acceptance to the Master of Science in Biostatistics Program at New York Medical College would be an invaluable opportunity to further my goal of entry to medical school. With science, technology and the world constantly changing, there is always more to learn, discover and opportunities to be of service to one’s community, country, and the world. I wish to take the next step to gain the specialized training and experience to contribute all that I can to scientific and medical advancements improving the lives of others worldwide.

I became interested in science at a young age. I would always watch science and medical research programs on television. As a result of science, discoveries and inventions have been made that allow us to live comfortably today. My interest in the field of Biostatistics is a very personal nature. Growing up, a black woman in a low-income area, I saw firsthand the continuous cycle of ineffective or absent public healthcare policies, and people succumb to many avoidable and treatable conditions, exacerbated by lack of access to preventative health services and education, or quality, compassionate care. Moreover, witnessing my grandmother’s fight, one that she won, with type-2 Diabetes led me to want to help others do the same- the people I grew up with, my community, those that believed in me, and supported me in the pursuit of my dreams. I cannot go forward without remembering where I came from, and giving back to the best of my ability, knowledge and heartfelt compassion. My passion for analyzation and building, combined with my desire to complete tasks that will improve health education is what drives my interest in Biostatistics. In this golden age of equal opportunity, it is time to bring equal access to healthcare, in a system that I believe can do better. I have gained a great depth of understanding how medicine impacts people every day from my pre-medical experience when I was performing clinical observations and volunteering at hospitals and clinics. I chose to embrace my interest in education and make a difference earlier while using my knowledge of science to support youth, families, and communities. I gained teaching experience co-teaching and tutoring at a local high school in the DC area where I taught lessons in biology, chemistry and integrated science. This provided me time to reflect on my life experiences and education thus far, while further serving the community and being inspired by students and families. I felt renewed confidence and enjoyment in learning genetics and molecular biology while discovering my limitations and what I am truly capable of. I carry with me perspectives, conviction and knowledge I have gained from colleagues, students, family and experiences nationally and internationally. I am continuously reminded of my willpower, love for life-long learning, and dedication to help others unite our world and science. I am certain my personal strengths of independence, teamwork, attention to detail, creativity and perseverance will serve me well in pursuing a Master of Science in Biostatistics. Ultimately, I intend to earn a PhD and start a research career in the drug discovery department of a biotechnology company, as I want to find real-world uses for my research. I also plan to return to academia as a part time instructor, in order to train young scientists. In addition, I plan to conduct research concerning genetic diseases, vaccine effectiveness, cancer, gene therapy, and stem cells to provide physicians and genetic counselors cutting edge information to more accurately assess risks, interpret medical history, test and diagnose genetic diseases and illnesses due to the malfunction of the cell cycle and developmental mechanisms. I am certain my personal strengths of independence, teamwork, attention to detail, creativity and perseverance will serve me well in learning the most from additional teaching experience, research, and professional guidance. Acceptance to the Master of Science in Biostatistics Program at New York Medical College would be an invaluable opportunity to further my goal of entry to medical school. With science, technology and the world constantly changing, there is always more to learn, discover and opportunities to be of service to one’s community, country, and the world. I wish to take the next step to gain the specialized training and experience to contribute all that I can to scientific and medical advancements improving the lives of others worldwide.

I became interested in science at a young age. I would always watch science and medical research programs on television. As a result of science, discoveries and inventions have been made that allow us to live comfortably today. My interest in the field of Biostatistics is a very personal nature. Growing up, a black woman in a low-income area, I saw firsthand the continuous cycle of ineffective or absent public healthcare policies, and people succumb to many avoidable and treatable conditions, exacerbated by lack of access to preventative health services and education, or quality, compassionate care. Moreover, witnessing my grandmother’s fight, one that she won, with type-2 Diabetes led me to want to help others do the same- the people I grew up with, my community, those that believed in me, and supported me in the pursuit of my dreams. I cannot go forward without remembering where I came from, and giving back to the best of my ability, knowledge and heartfelt compassion. My passion for analyzation and building, combined with my desire to complete tasks that will improve health education is what drives my interest in Biostatistics. In this golden age of equal opportunity, it is time to bring equal access to healthcare, in a system that I believe can do better. I have gained a great depth of understanding how medicine impacts people every day from my pre-medical experience when I was performing clinical observations and volunteering at hospitals and clinics. I chose to embrace my interest in education and make a difference earlier while using my knowledge of science to support youth, families, and communities. I gained teaching experience co-teaching and tutoring at a local high school in the DC area where I taught lessons in biology, chemistry and integrated science. This provided me time to reflect on my life experiences and education thus far, while further serving the community and being inspired by students and families. I felt renewed confidence and enjoyment in learning genetics and molecular biology while discovering my limitations and what I am truly capable of. I carry with me perspectives, conviction and knowledge I have gained from colleagues, students, family and experiences nationally and internationally. I am continuously reminded of my willpower, love for life-long learning, and dedication to help others unite our world and science. I am certain my personal strengths of independence, teamwork, attention to detail, creativity and perseverance will serve me well in pursuing a Master of Science in Biostatistics. Ultimately, I intend to earn a PhD and start a research career in the drug discovery department of a biotechnology company, as I want to find real-world uses for my research. I also plan to return to academia as a part time instructor, in order to train young scientists. In addition, I plan to conduct research concerning genetic diseases, vaccine effectiveness, cancer, gene therapy, and stem cells to provide physicians and genetic counselors cutting edge information to more accurately assess risks, interpret medical history, test and diagnose genetic diseases and illnesses due to the malfunction of the cell cycle and developmental mechanisms. I am certain my personal strengths of independence, teamwork, attention to detail, creativity and perseverance will serve me well in learning the most from additional teaching experience, research, and professional guidance. Acceptance to the Master of Science in Biostatistics Program at New York Medical College was an invaluable opportunity to further my goal of advancing in public health. With science, technology and the world constantly changing, there is always more to learn, discover and opportunities to be of service to one’s community, country, and the world. I wish to take the next step to gain the specialized training and experience to contribute all that I can to scientific and medical advancements improving the lives of others worldwide.