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The applicant is seeking to transition from studying physiology to psychology by obtaining a Master's degree from Cornell University. They developed a fascination for the human body while studying physiology in Nigeria, but also became interested in understanding psychological aspects of human behavior. Through internships in counseling and research, the applicant gained experience applying psychological principles in healthcare settings. The applicant believes Cornell's faculty and mentorship approach will help turn their curiosity and passion for psychology into further accomplishments. The ability to adapt to change, which they have demonstrated in previous academic transitions, will support success in this new field of study.

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PERSONAL STATEMENT - Psychology

The applicant is seeking to transition from studying physiology to psychology by obtaining a Master's degree from Cornell University. They developed a fascination for the human body while studying physiology in Nigeria, but also became interested in understanding psychological aspects of human behavior. Through internships in counseling and research, the applicant gained experience applying psychological principles in healthcare settings. The applicant believes Cornell's faculty and mentorship approach will help turn their curiosity and passion for psychology into further accomplishments. The ability to adapt to change, which they have demonstrated in previous academic transitions, will support success in this new field of study.

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PERSONAL STATEMENT || MSc – PSYCHOLOGY || CORNELL UNIVERSITY

“Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change.”

Transiting from a known terrain to a new could be challenging and sometimes even scary. This is the shoe
I presently wear. I am taking a bold move to move from a previous training and experiences in the science
of the Human System to the study of the human mind and its effect on human behaviour. Will it be
challenging? I think it would by where would the fun of life be if nothing is ventured or tried. The above
quote by Stephen Hawking resonates with me as I reflect on my academic and professional journey, which
has been marked by transitions and transformations in the past and is promising to be filled by a lot more
in the future. Whatever the challenges my new interest may throw up, I have garnered ability to adapt to
change and I believe that this ability, along with my passion and curiosity for psychology, makes me a
suitable candidate for the master’s degree in psychology at Cornell University.

I grew up in a large and close-knit family in Nigeria, where I developed a fascination for the human body
and its functions. My parents, who are both medical practitioners, encouraged me to pursue a bachelor’s
degree in physiology at Afe Babalola University, where I excelled in my coursework and research projects.
I was especially interested in the topics related to the nervous system, such as the effects of stress on the
cardiovascular system, the role of hormones in metabolism, and the mechanisms of pain perception.
However, I also realized that there was more to the human experience than the physiological processes.
I wanted to understand the psychological aspects of human behavior and cognition, such as emotions,
motivations, learning, and intelligence.

To complement my theoretical knowledge, I sought practical experiences that would expose me to the
field of psychology. I interned as a counseling and psychology intern at the Invasive Cardio laboratory of
Afe Babalola University and Sonia Clinic, where I had the opportunity to interact with patients and their
families, conduct psychological assessments and interventions, and assist in data collection and analysis.
I learned how to apply psychological theories and principles to real-world situations, how to communicate
effectively and empathetically with diverse populations, and how to work collaboratively with
multidisciplinary teams. Through these experiences, I developed a keen interest in the psychological
dimensions of health and well-being, especially in relation to chronic and terminal illnesses, stress and
coping, and quality of life.

I am seeking a Master’s Degree in Cornell University because I believe it holds capacity to turn my curiosity
and passion into fruition. A quick peep at the faculty members in the Department of Psychology revealed
the trio of Profs. Wendy Williams, Jesse Golberg and Michael Goldstein. Their work is laden with novel
frontiers that has the potential to guide my curiosity in my new found passion. The method of mentorship
in Cornell is also a driving force of my choice. I believe that the Professor-Student relation counts in the
transferring of educational skills from one generation to another. I am elated to find these beliefs also at
Cornell.

My life journey in the academics has been permeated with change and transitions. In all the times these
has happened I have adapted to achieve success. As I seek a Master’s in Psychology from a previous
training in Physiology, I know I will adapt to succeeding in the new interest.

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