Student Success Statement

"When obedience becomes our goal, it is no longer an irritation; instead of a stumbling block, it becomes a building block."

                                                                                                           - James E. Faust

Reflection: In my opinion, obedience is good up to a certain point. Obeying your parents, your teachers and the law is acceptable to a certain degree. Sometimes what they instruct you to do isn't always right and we should distinguish them. Taking out the trash and "taking out the trash" have drastic differences. If not managed correctly, obedience can lead to manipulation and oppression.

Plastic Surgeon

Duties and Responsibilities: Plastic surgeons shape and mold regions of the body like the ears, face, trunk, hands and other extremities. They also repair congenital problems, such as malformed bone structure in hands or feet. Cosmetic surgery reshapes normal body parts for aesthetic reasons, while reconstructive surgery repairs or replaces body parts damaged by accidents, illness or malformation.

Salary: Over $100,000 per year

Education: The path to becoming a plastic surgeon is a long and demanding one. Students must complete many levels of training and education, beginning with obtaining a bachelor's degree in a pre-medical major, such as biology or chemistry. They then must enter medical school.

                                           

Eastern Medicine Doctor

Duties and Responsibilities: Eastern medicine doctors treat disorders and illnesses through the application of traditional Chinese medicine practices such as Chinese herbal medicine, acupuncture and tui na. Chinese medicine practitioners may perform the following tasks:

• Diagnose health problems through discussions with the patient; checking the patient's pulse and tongue; and observing abnormalities in sleep, appetite, perspiration and body temperature
• Formulate traditional Chinese medicine treatment plans based on the patient's diagnosis
• Prescribe medicinal substances derived from roots, flowers, seeds and leaves in the form of teas, capsules, tinctures or powders
• Advise on dietary and lifestyle choices
• Apply other therapies such as acupuncture, cupping, "tui na", and exercise and breathing therapy.

Salary: $25,000

Education: There are no specific requirements.

                                                             

Harmful Effects and Consequences of Drug Abuse

                                            

• Drugs cannot only hurt you, but your friends and family as well
• Drugs can become addictive and you will lose control
• Drugs are used to escape real life problems but you escape them temporarily
• Consumption of certain drugs can lead you to prison
• You close yourself to opportunities
• Drugs make you feel like you're in control but you really aren't
• You have no one else to blame except yourself

The impact of drugs is apparent in almost every aspect of our society. We can see it in grocery stores, at restaurants, in professional sports, and on TV. Drugs truly holds a significant place in our culture. Alcohol is an example. However, the subject of alcohol often makes people a bit defensive. Some argue that it is wrong to drink at all, others hold the position that moderate drinking is acceptable, and many are unsure of their opinion, or have no beliefs about the “morality” of drinking. I believe complete abstinence is the highest and best way because of alcohol's effects on our nation, its influence on our families and social circles, and its impact on its users, both physically and emotionally.

Student Success Statement

                            "Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise."
                                                                                                         -Benjamin Franklin

Reflection: Benjamin presents a common solution to a problem many people still have today, sleeping late. Going to bed early can make you body feel well rested and help you become more productive throughout the day. I personally sleep late as well, usually because I'm still doing homework by that time. However, there's another saying. "People that sleep later are more prone to be intelligent''.

Oriental Medicine Doctor

Duties and Responsibilities: Oriental medicine is an ancient and empirical system of medicine based on the concept of qi, pronounced "chee", which is usually translated as energy. Oriental medicine includes the practice of Chinese herbology in addition to acupuncture. Treatments identify a pattern of energetic imbalance within a patient and redress that disharmony in a variety of ways that may include acupuncture needling, cupping, acupressure, exercises such a tai ji quan and qi gong, as well as Chinese herbal preparations.

Salary: $30,000-$60,000

Education: The length of training at most oriental schools is about three years for acupuncture and four years for Oriental medicine programs. The study of Oriental medicine includes both acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. Minimum requirements include satisfactory completion of at least two academic years of education at the baccalaureate level that is appropriate preparation for graduate level work.

                                           

Student Success Statement

"Have the courage to say no. Have the courage to face the truth. Do the right thing because it is right."

                                                                                                              -W. Clement Stone

Reflections: Integrity is a characteristic that many of us value in ourselves, and it’s one we look for consistently in our leaders. But what does it really mean to have integrity. You could say that integrity is always doing the right thing, even when no one is looking, and even when the choice isn't easy. Or, you might see integrity as staying true to yourself and your word, even when you’re faced with serious consequences for the choices that you’re making.When we live our lives with integrity, it means that we’re always honest, and we let our actions speak for who we are and what we believe in. Integrity is a choice we make, and it’s a choice we must keep making, every moment of our lives.

Student Success Statement

                              "Courage is being scared to death and doing the right thing anyway."
                                                                                                       -Chae Richardson

Reflection: You try, you fail.. and you may try again and be unsuccessful but the truth is, its only truly a failure if you stop trying all together…Its the courage to continue which helps you succeed. You may face challenges where your courage is questioned. I would define courage as the ability to stand up for yourself and/or for others despite the fear of what may happen to you. I would like to think I am courageous, but I haven't really had to test my courage yet.

                                            

Wellness Professional

Duties and Responsibilities: Wellness professionals work for schools, local governments, companies or other organizations to suggest, support and train people on their health and fitness goals. The types of concerns are as varied as weight and diabetes prevention and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. A specialist often consults with people directly on lifestyle, eating and exercise habits and may direct an individual to a doctor for any serious health concerns.

Salary: $50,000 - $55,000

Education: A wellness specialist often has a degree in a related discipline such as nursing, fitness or sports medicine. There are no specific requirements, but many positions require on-the-job training in addition to certification from accredited wellness organizations such as the International Association of Wellness Professionals.