Wow, already five weeks complete! I already see how this program will help me achieve in the future. From basic principles to cell biology modules, and I already know some drug names and classes, how drugs work on and in the body, microbiology, the background of stem cells, and so much more helpful material that gives me the background required for my future as a doctor. I must say since I’ve learned about the drug classes, the several routes to take drugs, and different interactions with other drugs, I find myself randomly going into the pharmacy section of stores like CVS, Target, and Walgreens just to look at the back of the medicine boxes and bottles reading ingredients, dosage information, and side effects. I’ve also suddenly taken up an interest in drug commercials when I find the time to watch television between studying. I already feel I can take the information I have learned so far from this Master of Science in Pharmacology program and can apply it to the real world, and it's only been five weeks.
Yesterday I completed my first community service project as a Tulane student at Second Harvest Food Bank and my experience was amazing. Not only did I get to package different food items for senior home cares, homeless shelters, and schools, but I got to volunteer alongside other experienced, welcoming, and hard-working volunteers. First, we packaged school lunches for children, which included sandwiches, salad, diced pineapples, milk, chips, condiment packets, and eating utensils. Next, we packaged lunches for seniors, that included: kale, grilled pork chops, and sweet potatoes. Finally, we packaged bread in bags that would be sent out to different facilities. I am grateful for the opportunity to have been able to volunteer with Second Harvest Food Bank, which to date has served more than 88,093 senior café residents, 895,880 kids café students, and 788,396 summer meals. The fact that we are packaging meals for so many people across South Louisiana makes me feel we are really making a difference. I am looking forward to the remainder of my master’s program and am ready for my next volunteering opportunity.
Total Number of Volunteer Hours: 2.5
