Honor Society® member
Karlin Hilai
- Wayne State University
- Biological Sciences
- Class of 2023
- Chesterfield township, Michigan
Member since January 2016
About
My name is Karlin Hilai. I am an Arabic American student at Wayne State University. My mother suffered a stroke and was left partially paralyzed, when I was 15 years old. This tragic event changed my life dramatically. Growing up was different, and a very molding experience for my siblings and I. Due to my mothers severe medical conditions, my siblings and I made great changes in our lives in order to support and take care of her. My mother, and this event in my life is what drives me to be the best, and greatest I can be. This experience shaped me into becoming a very determined, and dedicated individual. I work great with others and in groups, I am always willing to learn, and school is my main priority. My goal in life is to become a General Surgeon, as well as work in studies in relations to stroke patients, and people with similar conditions. I want to help improve the lives of people, suffering from medical conditions, for example my mother. I am a Phi Theta Kappa honors student, and received a number of awards for my achievements.
Education
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Wayne State University
Biology/Arabic Language
2015 – 2023
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Macomb Community College
Biology/Minor
2012 – 2015
Honors and awards
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Meijer Great Choices Student Film Festival
I made a 30 second public service annoucement, that was meant to help high school students make better decisions in terms of drinking. I won 3rd Place at the Meijer Great Choices Film Festival
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Macomb County Lip Dub
I was in charge of being the videographer, and recording the Lip Dub Video as well as helping script and plan everything.I dedicated time, and effort to my class, and together we won 1st place in the Macomb County Lip Dub contest.
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Glen Peters Memorial Scholarship
When I was in High School, I worked vigorously to achieve a great standing academically. I received this scholarship, as a result of my hard work.
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Lip Dub and Broadcast Media Scholarship
In High school took 1st place in the Macomb Lip Dub Film Contest, in which I received a Scholarship for.
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Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
I was previously enrolled at Macomb Community College, where I earned my spot on the Dean's List for a number of semesters. I then entered Phi Theta Kappa, which is an Honor Society.
Goals and interests
- Career goal
I plan to major in Biological Sciences, receive my minor degree in Arabic language and apply to Medical School. Arabic Language will allow me to translate and work with other individuals in medical facilities.
- Graduate school interests
I am interested and planning to start and finish my graduate schooling at Wayne State.
- Outside the classroom
I love to Film things, as I have won a number of awards and scholarships for my film work. I also love photography. I enjoy art in a number of forms. I love learning languages, as I speak Arabic and English fluently. I find the Arabic writing fascinating. I have participated in a number of culturally diverse events. I love to learn, and read. I also enjoy playing Sudoku, and spending time with my family.
Languages
- Arabic Advanced
