I believe no matter how strongly one is interested in a field of study that they will experienced a higher degree of development in their profession and their personal life if they pursue a balance of interests, both professional and personal. To this end, I participated in many extra-curricular activities while attending college. I was the Senate Board Secretary for the Campus Government at Kenyon State College. My duties and responsibilities included acting as a liaison between students, faculty and administrators in matters of general concern to the College. I was also actively involved in the formation of regulatory boards responsible for supervising campus activities, in addition to being part of the legislative group who enacted legislation governing student life and extracurricular activities. I was also an active member of the A.D.E.L.A.N.T.E., a Latino cultural group. As a member I participated in the sharing of the culture, customs and lifestyles of many different Latino populations in addition to assisting in the promotion and awareness of Latino Americans on campus. I also helped in the organization of campus wide events, such as sponsoring dance troop performances and other activities. I was also a member of the Neuroscience Board for Students, where neuroscience majors discussed and planned their current and future activities. I also played a role in the M.A.C.K.S. (Multicultural Admissions Committee of Kenyon Students) by recruiting minorities to Kenyon College, sponsoring discussions, events and other activities for prospective minority students. I have also been a member of R.E.A.C.H. Mentorship Program (Recognizing Each Others Ability to Conquer the Hill), which mentors incoming minority students. I also spent two weeks of volunteer service at Liberia Hospital in Costa Rica. These experiences have given me a well-rounded development that is directed toward personal as well as community development. From t...