A few years ago, my grandfather was a fiery, goal-oriented man. Since then, a
neuroanatomy disease called glioblastoma multiforme has sprung him into distress. Witnessing
my grandfather’s downward spiral has opened my eyes to the effects of neurological diseases. I
grew up witnessing firsthand the strenuous life that often accompanies a cancerous disease in
medicine. That’s why, I vowed to pursue a career in medicine to make a daily impact on
large-scale issues of health. The summer before my senior year, I had a window into studies at
Wellesley College while attending a QuestBridge Wellesley webinar which provided insight
about the broad spectrum of the health studies and cognitive sciences available through their
department of cognitive science. The nature of Wellesley's curriculum embodies the combination
of cognitive psychology and psycholinguistics. By exploring opportunities about the remarkable
diversity of biological systems at Wellesley, I hope to merge my understanding of anatomy with
my fascination with cognitive science.
I intend to share my experiences with the Wellesley's community. I hope to join the
Wellesley’s Health and Wellness society, where I will contribute to the student-led organization
that involves encouraging people to stay healthy. I also hope to join Wellesley Association of
South Asian Cultures (WASAC) and share my experiences as a South Asian. I intend to make a
clear difference in people’s lives. To know even one life has been improved by my actions
affords me immense gratification and meaning. Above all, I hope to care for patients with the
same compassion that I wished to show my grandfather. At Wellesley, I will find a home where
students work together to transcend the traditional boundaries of biological studies and explore
my passions with the confidence that I will be collaborating with the best in the world.
