The human side of science

      I remember seen the magnificent buildings of UNTHSC for the first time, a few year back when I first moved to Fort Worth, while exploring the city. I was taken aback by its striking architecture and sophistication. I immediately decided I would, one day,  become one of the lucky ones to roam those hallways.  Fort Worth is a fabulous, modern city known ad the "Cultural Capital of the Southwest", with lost of museums, parks, and places to eat.  Which means the university is in a privileged location with a lot to offer to its residents. 

     The facade of the buildings is merely a herald of what is awaiting inside.  UNTHSC is a  six-college graduate university, with a focus in research and healthcare. Within those colleges, there is the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, offering traditional and specialized graduate degrees. With state of the art research and equipments, a $62.9 million in research funding, and a team extraordinary faculty and staff, the school is at the forefront of education and innovation, 

    But most importantly, UNTHSC is a place for the advancement of science without leaving behind the human side of science. The school has student success as one of their top priorities, and everyone works hard to create a safe and diverse environment.  Taking a look into UNTHSC GSBS' website, quickly reveals GSBS's  purpose, mission, vision, and values. As established in their website, their purpose is to transform the lives of others and their mission is to prepare graduate students  for careers as researchers, educators, and healthcare professionals though innovative training and research. 

     Prior to coming to UNTHSC, I worked as a histotech for 5 years. In that role, I was exposed to the clinical aspects of cancer biology. I held excised tumors in my hands and I processed them to be observed under a microscope. That experience fostered my desire to know more. I am pursuing a PhD because I want to dedicate my life to the constant pursuit of knowledge, the advancement of science, and the improvement of the human condition. I decided to attend UNTHSC because it offered everything I wanted from a university and more.  I am now a first-year PhD student, and everyday I find a one more thing to love about UNTHSC. I count myself fortunate to be a part of a university that is committed to creating a better future for everyone.