KIRA assessment
Why Dentistry?
(INCLUDE FROM PERSONAL STATEMENT) -Combined Arts + Science -Creative abilities + examples -Great impact on my family and myself w/ many different procedures -Permanent impact -Personal connections -Communication -Allows me the opportunity to use skills that I am efficient with.
Why our school? (NYU in New York City)
(QUIZLET, REDDIT, CHATGPT) -Being a native and feeling deeply connected as well as closest to family. - NYU has an amazing reputation of creating great dentists. I have had the privilege to shadow a few of those dentists. -Cultural diversity. Enables better communication especially in todays greatly interconnected world. -Community outreach -Research opportunities -Networking -Have heard good feedback from current students who attend there Pursuing my dental education at New York University College of Dentistry embodies the convergence of personal and professional aspirations. The vibrant city, close proximity to my family, reputation for excellence, patient centered approach, emphasis on research and innovation, and commitment to inclusivity make NYU Dentistry the perfect crucible for nurturing my passion for dentistry. With an unwavering commitment to serving the community and contributing to the advancement of dental science, I am confident that NYU Dentistry will not only equip me with the necessary knowledge and skills but also instill in me the core values of empathy, integrity, and dedication that define a competent and compassionate dentist
Leadership role?
- DSP direct support professional in a home for disabled individuals. Got to be a role model for them and develop a great connection through proper commination and trust. -EMT - Camp counselor -
Tell me about yourself
- Grew up in New York - Went to _______ College - Earned a Science degree in ____ and Minored in Psychology - I like to Travel, Volunteer, community service, - Hobbies: All types of sports, hiking, exercise, and staying active overall. - Fun fact about me: I was part of a crew that sailed a ship for a month and camped on a volcanic Island for a week.
What is your career goal? (In dentistry)
- I want to help bridge the gap for patients between getting the proper oral health treatment care they need in a more affordable way as well as creating proper treatment plans for them.
Tell us something about yourself that is not on your application?
I like to try new things some new things such as new foods as well as lately picked up doing some meditation and breathe work that really help for focus and destress.
What have you been doing since you applied?
I was Shadowing, networking with other pre-dental students, dental students, dentists and attended the Greater New York Dental Meeting. Just trying to do as much as I could to learn more about dentistry and seek the best advice
3 strengths AND 3 weaknesses
STRENGTHS: (REDDIT, CHATGPT, QUIZLET) - Adaptability (ex. can easily adapt to new situations and circumstances without any complaints) - Collaboration, working well with others. (ex. classmates, peers, coworkers, communicating effectively and treating them with respect) -Reliable (ex. When I tell someone I will do a task or favor or they ask me to do so, I will can be relied on to do so) WEAKNESSES: -Difficulty saying "no" at times when people ask me for favors or to help them out. (I am taking measures to work on this actually telling them) -OCD (ex. project spending lots of time to perfect it) -Not always asking for help when I am in need.
