I am currently a freshman and an aspiring Paterno Fellow at the Pennsylvania State University. I am pursuing a double major in Psychology (B.S.) with a neuroscience option and Biobehavioral Health with a minor in Spanish (B.S.). After college, I plan to further my education by attending medical school in order to study psychiatry.
When I first enrolled in LA 101H in the beginning of the semester, I was not sure what to expect. I understood that it would be a combination of public speaking and writing, however, it proved to be much more. Through this course I was able to improve my communication skills daily. I have learned many techniques for communicating effectively and have had the opportunity to utilize them in class throughout the semester. Whether it be blogging, writing a paper, or preparing a multimedia project, I was constantly being challenged. Through the weekly readings, I have seen rhetoric in many different lights and understand the importance of good communication skills.
Not only have I acquired skills in public speaking and writing, but also technological skills. Through the multimedia presentation, I have learned several different ways of getting my voice heard. Blogging has also taught me how to voice my opinions. Writing weekly has helped me to explore my creativity and broaden my communication skills.
The first day of class my professor asked, "What is rhetoric?" At the time, I didn't really know. But after this semester, it's rewarding to know that I have learned exactly what rhetoric is through constant writing, reading, and communicating. The skills achieved in this class can be applicable not just to academic communication, but also daily communication. LA 101H pushed me to keep my eyes open for examples of rhetoric, and soon I realized that it's not very hard to find.
Katelyn M. Dowling E-Portfolio
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