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11Fall 2002
PERSONAL STATEMENT
Rachel McKinsey
Physics Major
Timbuktu Academy Scholar
Southern University and A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
Theodore Roosevelt once quoted, “A man who has never gone to school may steal from
a freight car; but if he has a university education, he may steal the whole railroad.” In today’s
society, education has become one of the most important elements of life. Many years ago
people were able to get by without an education and still live in a comfortable manner. It has
been asked if the type of education one receives makes a difference in the student’s survival of
the real world. According to Roosevelt, a college education will provide many assets in life.
Southern University has a great reputation for successful physics graduates. Through
the lecture and laboratory settings, I have gained an intellectual account of the fundamentals of
physics. Discovery in Physics and Intermediate Physics I & II are three of the most fundamental
and demanding courses for physics majors.
They covered all fundamental physics in
mechanics, waves and oscillations, fluid statics and dynamics, heat and thermodynamics,
electricity, magnetism, electromagnetic theory, electromagnetic waves and optics. Experimental
Physics allows me to take all that I have learned in theoretically and apply it experimentally.
Also, I have taken Biology and was enlightened about human life. Through these courses I
have gained an interest in Medical Physics. Through challenging myself to understand my
undergraduate courses, I can willingly share my knowledge of these concepts and apply them to
real-world scenarios. This way, I will be able to help others as well as myself. There are too
many people in this world dying from cancer. I am inspired to try and make this situation better.
Choosing a career path in Medical Physics will help me achieve my goals by giving me a
chance to participate in research and development.
Many opportunities have already come forth through the Physics Department. Currently
I am a NASA Scholar, and I was given the opportunity to do research at the Massachusetts
Institute of Technology and the National Institute of Standards and Technology. During these
two summers, I experienced weeks of strenuous work that enhanced my research and
development skills for my future career path. At the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, I
designed and tested a prototype for accurate/repeatability for a kinematic coupling. I studied the
analytic model of an alpha prototype, implemented the model on computer for easy control, built
the alpha prototype, and tested its performance. At the National Institute of Standards and
Technology I characterized a second-generation water calorimeter. This wonderful experience
has also encouraged me to have a career of research. After receiving my Bachelor of Science
degree, I will further my education by enrolling in a Medical Physics graduate program and
receive my Masters or Doctoral degree. I am confident that with my ability and determination, I
will be successful in life and make a contribution that will help all.
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