This is my laptop. As you can see, there's a large keyboard that is placed o n top. I chose to manage for the last couple years of college this way instead of asking my parents for a new laptop. Although it was inconvenient at times having to lug around an extra tool to use my laptop, I value this laptop because it has carried me all the way though college, despite being "broken" for the majority of it. According to TRA, my emotional sentiment (my attitude) towards this laptop, combined with the computer technician telling me it wasn't worth me fixing because it would cost almost the same price to fix the keys on the laptop as it did to buy it, (the subjective norm) lead to my behavior, which was me deciding not to get it fixed.
This is my Who's Who Among Students In American Colleges and Universities certificate. This, along with my Center for Leadership Development certificates, is the epitome of the person I am: a leader. I was honored to receive each certificate awarded to me because it reflects my dedication to being the best version of myself that I can be. Although I never set out to be the leader, leadership kept finding me, which lets me know that it's an aspect of myself that is meant to be sharpened and developed. According to TRA, my attitude towards leadership, and the people around me constantly praising me for being a good leader lead to me pursuing more leadership opportunities.
These are some of my student governemnt nametags, an extension of the leadership mentioned in my previous artifact. These two in particular are from my last two years in the executive branch. These last two years in SGA have been amazing and I will truly miss the family I've gained from working with these people. My advisor, Karen Shaffer, is amazing. We've become so close that I babysit her 5 year old daughter on occasion. According to TRA, my positive attitude towards leadership within student government combined with the expectation that I act as an exemplary leader, lead to me fulfilling my roles to the best of my ability.
This Is my cross necklace that I haven't taken off in 5-6 years. It means a lot to me because it brings me solace and comfort when I'm stressed, scared, nervous, etc. I know that none of my blessings would in life would not have been possible without God. I was raised in a religious household so my attitude has always been positive towards God. It also is a pretty clear expectation from my family that I remain vigilant in prayer, so my behavior reflects that.
ARTIFACTS
This page has my artifacts that I explained the importance of in my reflection. These pictures and explanations of each one helps you, as the reader, understand their significance better.