MBTI Reflection

What I learned about myself through Myers-Briggs Type Indicator

My results showed that I am ESFJ. Meaning that I am extroverted and gain energy from outer influences, I sensing in regards to my perception, reason with feeling, and I take on a judging attitude rather than a perceiving attitude.

I am highly extroverted according to both the self-assessment and the results from the MBTI survey. I would agree fully with this statement. I focus more on people and things rather than ideas, concepts and my own thoughts. I have highly active to the point of being "fidgety" at times. I often talk before thinking and use trial and error processing rather than thinking and considering outcomes. I gain all my energy from outside sources. I cannot even study alone, which can be a hindrance at times.

I am moderately sensing, which does not surprise me because the differences between sensing and intuition confuse me. I would agree that I am more attentive to the present, but my practicality also pushes me to think of the future when making big decisions. I like the "step-by-step" processes and pay close attention for small facts or details.

I am moderately feeling which I would fully agree with. Under most circumstances I reason with my heart instead of my heart. The only times that seems to differ is when I know that the feels of my heart may cause conflict with others which I try to avoid at any cost. I am trusting, often too trusting. Even though I consider myself more pessimistic, I often trust people without knowing them well. I value "warmth" in relationships. I love to dive into deep discussions with people near the start of relationships.

I take on a judging attitude rather than a perceiving attitude. I am clearly judging according to the assessment.  I would agree almost 100%. I love being the planner or organizer. I make lists for everything, from who I want to meet up with throughout the week to homework. I am goal oriented and enjoy keeping a prayer and goal journal so that I can see the progress being made. Closure in all circumstances is important to me. I enjoy knowing when something is finished and that it was finished in a good manner.

As a whole, I agree completely with the overall description of ESFJ. I would consider myself warm and sympathetic. I try to be personal-able and approachable. I am conscientious and loyal, valuing security and stability. I am highly uncomfortable with conflict. Usually others see me as sociable, enthusiastic, energetic, organized, and traditional.

Iowa State Bucket List

I have always been future minded with an over-active imagination. So thinking of a long list of things I would love to accomplish before leaving this campus was not a difficult thing for me to do. So in no specific here's my list of goals or tasks I hope to accomplish:

1. Go to a gymnastics meet
2. Climb the water tower
3. Hold a leadership position within an organization
4. Graduate in four years or less
5. Make it into my first choice grad school
6. Win an intramural t-shirt
7. Start a club (preferably whack-bat)
8. Go to 1 home event for every sport
9. Win something at bingo
10. Know everyone's name on my floor/in my house
11. Graduate with honors
12. Never fail a class
13. Go into every building
14. Polar plunge
15. Memorize the fight song
16. Rush the field
17. Go to every home football game in one season
18. Always maintain 15+ credits
19. Ride every color Cyride
20. Go to an away football game

As an extroverted person, I look forward to all the social event available at Iowa State. I want to take advantage of both academic and social opportunities during my 4 (or less) years here. I have not always been a sports fan, but I enjoy the atmosphere of events as well as the unity through school spirit. My education has always been a priority, and I want that to continue through my college career as well. I know that with the social activities available setting aside time for studies may be a struggle for me, so by making them a goal I will better find the motivation and determination to excel in my academics. As far as learning everyone's name on my floor, I believe that because college is one of the few times in life where we live with people and see them daily, it is one of the few times where we have that sort of sphere of influence. I feel like I could be a positive influence for the girls on my floor and I hope to develop relationships with all of them. 

I am looking forward to taking full advantage of the opportunities available through the university and other campus organizations. Go state!

History and Traditions of Iowa State

Iowa State University of Science and Technology was established in 1858 as a land-grant public research university. Until 1959 the university was known as Iowa State College of Agricultural and Mechanical Arts. Ames College developed into Iowa State University through the Morrill Land-grant Act of 1862. One of the first buildings on campus, Morrill Hall, named after Justin Smith Morrill who introduced the original bill. Iowa was the first state in the nation to accept the provisions of the Morrill Act. Part of the land-grant concept was the Iowa State Extensions offices which are now all over the state of Iowa. Iowa State has always been focused on higher education opportunities for all and liberal and practical teachings. Iowa State has always been a coeducational institution.

An average school day on campus started at 5:30am with breakfast at 6:45. Chapel was every day at 7:45am with class to follow until 12:45 when dinner was served. Every day the campus held mandatory study hours during which students must study quietly in their dorms. Every student was required to do part-time work which usually consisted of cooking, cleaning, or laundry. The first graduation class of 1872 included 24 men and two women.

The Farm House was the first building on campus. The famous mascot, Cy, was born in 1954.The Old Main building was built from 1864 to 1868, and stood approximately where Beardshear Hall is today. Old Main held the entire college; it houses all students and some faculty, classrooms, the library, chapel, museums and the dining hall. The building burned in 1900 and again in 1902 when it burned completely.

The Memorial Union, also known as the MU was built as a memorial for those who lost their lives in World War I. The building was completed in 1927, but has been expanded 7 times since.

Some traditions on campus include: the curse of the Zodiac in the MU, campaniling, Lancelot and Elaine the Swans in Lake Laverne, and VEISHEA.

"I may not be there yet, but I'm closer than I was yesterday"

A time I was at my best:

 After breaking my wrist this past Tuesday, I have had to be flexible and able to cope with a variety of situations.  I think my ability to "go-with-the-flow" during this current situation is a fair representation of  a time I was at my best. One of the most difficult struggles I have faced this week is being basically a nomad. My roommate is on vacation, and I can't climb up into my loft with only one arm, so I have been staying at a variety of friends' apartments and houses so that they can help me. I have been blessed with wonderful friends. The love and hospitality shown to me over the last week has helped me to adjust to this new struggle. I am comforted knowing I have a strong support system even though I am away from home. I believe this past week has been a reflection of my perseverance and determination thus I believe that I am at my best. I look forward to becoming more adaptable. I want to continue to live my life in such a way that when trials come I can be flexible and remain calm no matter the situation.