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"I think" - AngelWings' University Journal
AngelWings:
After a long time of hesitating and replying to others’ journals, I've decided to start a journal myself. I suppose I should begin by introducing myself then.
Introduction You've probably seen me around the forums of AN, especially if you wander through the VCE Further Maths, VCE Japanese or University sections. I post enough to believe that I spend a substantial amount of my spare time on here; as of this post, I’ve apparently clocked a little more than 24.5 days on here, though I doubt that that’s accurate.
I study a Bachelor of Science, majoring in genetics, with some more science and Japanese units sprinkled here and there. Outside of university, I worked two jobs in my second and third years.
As I begin this, I'm waiting upon my results, which will determine whether I have completed my degree and/or whether 2018 will see me doing my dream of Honours. Either way, my academic journey is certainly not over yet."What's with the title?"
Three reasons:
1. I'm a genetics major with a preference for ecological, evolutionary and population genetics.
2. It's a nod to Charles Darwin and his 'tree of life' (a phylogenetic tree, an image depicting how living things are connected). He and Gregor Mendel are considered to be two of the forefathers of genetics/ evolutionary biology, but puns get rather corny when you're trying to allude to Mendel and his pea plants.
3. Everything that ever was discovered started off with similar thoughts. This is a collection of thoughts. Logic!
"This is another science-oriented journal?"
You don't have to read this. Sure it's another one, but I'm hoping to leave the space open as a Q & A type thread as well as a university journal. Also, I feel like there are very few journals right now detailing the tail end of a degree right now. (It's also to encourage me to go back and revisit genetics during these holidays, so it's really a win-win situation. ::) )
What to expect
This will hopefully document anything that is related to university from my life. Depending on how much I can say, because confidentiality and what not, I might be more detailed or less. There'll likely be a section detailing what I do outside of university, because not everyone is enthusiastic about biology. I don't know how regular or sporadic I’ll be, but I can guarantee that the more you guys ask me questions and respond, the more likely I'll keep going. We'll see.
For now, if you have any questions about me or what I do, feel free to leave them on this thread and I’ll try to answer them to the best of my ability.
Date: 27th November 2017
It's supposed to be the holidays, but I've been allocated some reading. After two weeks of getting little to nothing complete, I figured that if I'm not motivated enough today, it's never going to be done. So, here I am trying to keep tabs of me actually doing something, because I can't trust myself. Sorry if that means watching me ramble. Hope you guys find it captivating enough for the few minutes you spent eyeballing this thread for what it is.
I hope to start some light revision by reading a few articles and reviewing some maths, as my population genetics modelling skills are rather lacklustre. This would involve reviewing how to 'code', at least some maths and, of course, a working knowledge of genetics. I urgently need to revisit Taylor series – a maths topic I haven’t touched in many months. If anyone can reteach me that and how to switch from limits to infinite series, you guys would be a lifesaver!
Outside of uni, I have no idea what topic to write on for the article for AN! I haven't forgotten, but I just haven't really pinpointed a particular topic and I'm super indecisive! Any ideas from the audience? It'd be highly appreciated. My only preference would be to discuss something that hasn't already been discussed before.
Sine:
glad to see this journal :D :D
What would you say are your favourite monash units, one from each level 1, 2 and 3.
--- Quote from: AngelWings on November 27, 2017, 05:28:21 pm ---I’ve apparently clocked a little more than 24.5 days on here, though I doubt that that’s accurate.
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rookie numbers ;D
Joseph41:
I've been waiting for this journal for so long haha - stoked to see you join the gang. :D :D :D
zofromuxo:
First of all welcome and here's the induction package.
As for your ATARNotes article, how about a reflection on finishing an undergrad (I don't think there is an article on it, J41 can confirm this). I'm sure you can teach future JAFFYs and those in them a thing or two.
I do however look forward to your future entries and future stories you may have for us :P
AngelWings:
--- Quote from: Sine on November 27, 2017, 05:33:47 pm ---What would you say are your favourite monash units, one from each level 1, 2 and 3.
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SpoilerLevel 1: Probably going to go with CHM1022 (Chemistry II). Pretty solid unit, with the exception of some minor details.
Level 2: May have to go with ATS2143 (Japanese Intermediate I), despite doing it in my first sem at uni. I could actually enjoy learning the language and culture, without it feeling overly rushed. (Proficient. *cough*)
Level 3: BIO3011 (Research Methods in Biology). Obvious choice, especially once you have seen my review for it.
Sounds weird that not many biology units are listed there, but in reality, those units tended to be 2nd or 3rd places. It's a nice diverse range, methinks!
Not included in the list, but still honourable mentions to BIO1011 and BIO1022 (first year biology), because I didn't do biology in the latter half of high school and am indebted to it for helping me play catch up.
--- Quote from: Sine on November 27, 2017, 05:33:47 pm ---rookie numbers ;D
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Hey, I can't beat the royalty of AN. You guys are just that good! ;) *bows down to Sine and all mods*
A few quotes + thank yous
--- Quote from: Joseph41 on November 27, 2017, 05:37:49 pm ---I've been waiting for this journal for so long haha - stoked to see you join the gang. :D :D :D
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--- Quote from: Sine on November 27, 2017, 05:33:47 pm ---glad to see this journal :D :D
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--- Quote from: zofromuxo on November 27, 2017, 06:16:56 pm ---First of all welcome and here's the induction package.
I do however look forward to your future entries and future stories you may have for us :P
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Thanks for the support! :D
I hope to share some more entries and stories in the future! Hopefully they're better than my current one. :)
--- Quote from: zofromuxo on November 27, 2017, 06:16:56 pm ---As for your ATARNotes article, how about a reflection on finishing an undergrad (I don't think there is an article on it, J41 can confirm this). I'm sure you can teach future JAFFYs and those in them a thing or two.
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Sounds like a plan, Zofromuxo! Thanks so much for the idea!
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