Reflection:Topic Speech

Well for starters, I wasn’t even aware that I was being recorded. It wouldn’t have made a difference though because being recorded doesn’t bother me. However, doing the speech in front of the class is another story. I hate public speaking, but hate watching myself give a speech even more. This was painful to say the least.

First off, I talk with my hands….a lot. Every word has a different hand motion. This is very distracting. That’s the only thing I could focus on the whole time. I also talk fast in general so when told to give a speech, the speed only increases. Between my fast-talking and hand motions I don’t really know what I was talking about. Above all, my speech was also too short. I think I was 2 seconds shy of making it to a minute, which isn’t annoying or anything. I definitely have a lot to work on before my next speech.

Although I had many flaws I definitely was passionate about what I was talking to my audience about. I was loud enough for people to hear me and I think I was knowledgeable on the subject I was talking about.

Public Controversies

Stricter guidelines for Medicare
As a pre-pharmacy student that actually works in a pharmacy, I am aware of the current procedures and rules in pharmacy. I constantly see the abuse of government funded medication programs and I also then see those who do not receive assistance from the government and have to go without their medication, which is definitely not okay. I believe that everyone has a time in their life when they need help and I think help should be given. I do not think you should fill out paperwork and then receive assistance. I think there needs to be supervision. I am forced to hold my tongue when a couple drives up in a new mercedes and have the audacity to complain about their two-dollar medicare paid for prescriptions are too expensive. Then have to sit and watch an elderly man or woman leave their inhaler until next time when they have a little more money. That is absolutely ridiculous and something needs o be changed.

Medical Careers 
The world we live in today is very materialistic, end of story. People see that doctors, pharmacists, nurses and jobs of similar nature make a very nice salary. Just because one passes the test doesn't mean they just get their license. Being a caretaker for another human takes people skills, compassion and most importantly sympathy for another human being. The job is about the patient, not yourself. The amount of rude people who clearly do not love their job I have encountered in my life is astonishing. I believe further observation and psychology tests need to be administered before the license is so easily handed over.

Drug Abuse
It is a pretty well known fact that people abuse their prescriptions. Whether is be anxiety, pain or sleep aids. Something needs to change. As sad as it is, I think more medications needs to be monitored as much as C2 drugs such as Concerta, Adderall and Vyvanse. I also think that patients need to come in monthly for a new pain script. As of right now, a doctor can write for additional refills which is only giving room for an addiction to occur. If it is monitored more closely I think it would improve healthcare.

Blog #1: 5 Arguments

1. A big argument in today’s society and an interest to me is politics. Whether you are a democrat or a republican I feel like it should be a private matter. Since moving to Kentucky I have been surrounded by republicans and numerous opinions of those around me. I never really considered myself to be one of the two but rather neutral. I see bumper stickers on many cars, and conversations about the awful president we have all the time. Even when the election is over and one may think there is a break, there is never a break. After one is over the planning and preparation begin for the next. One could argue and defend their beliefs but no matter one, it is a battle that cannot be won.

2. For me, growing up in a Catholic setting was the norm. I have always gone to church, have been surrounded by people with the same beliefs and have prayed. I prayed before class, after class, even at lunch. One argument that still to this day is an issue is praying before a football game. Being a cheerleader, I disagree strongly with the recent change. Because IHSA is not catholic, prayer cant be said before hand. I don’t think it should be against the rules. We live in the United States and I believe that if you want to pray, then you should be able to.

3. I’ve known for a very long time that pharmacy was the right career for me. I also knew that my mom would only let me go to a college with a top ten-pharmacy school. Kentucky’s prestigious reputation informed me very well. With all the newsletters I received in the mail and its outstanding rankings and awards it was a very easy decision. Kentucky was my favorite out of all the colleges I applied to. It was also the farthest, which didn’t sit well with my parents. I knew that if I wanted my parent’s blessings and I had to take all the information I had read about and make them believe it was the best fit as well. So here I am, another person who made a decision based on a persuasive argument given by the University of Kentucky.

4. Over the course of five or six years, Facebook has had its ups and downs. It was popular at first and now not so much. An argument I come across often with my parents is the fact that I don’t know half of the people I’m friends with. I never think twice when posting details of my life with strangers. Some could argue it’s a dangerous world and that I should be more careful. Others could also say that it is a way to make friends and explore possible friendships. Putting yourself out there and taking the risk is how a person grows, so shouldn’t we all try and put ourselves out there to learn more about not just the people we know but these so called strangers as well?

5. Since becoming a member of the Greek community this past semester, one could easily agree that Greek life itself is an argument. It is constantly being talked about by those involved and by those who are not, whether you are for it or against it, it is a highly talked about subject. You are told about it during orientation, you receive a pamphlet in the mail and you constantly are bombarded with images of sorority life and the crazy stories that come along with it. At this day and age one almost doesn’t have a choice. It could very easily make or break your first year of college. Many girls in my building have transferred schools because they had trouble meeting friends. With over 1200 girls rushing, I could understand why. But what is this saying? Are incoming freshman being informed to rush to make friends and to fit in?  

My Top 3 Pet Peeves

I must say, I am an easily irritated person to begin with so picking my top three is actually quite difficult. It would honestly probably be easier to name what doesn't bother me but for the sake of this assignment i will try to narrow it down.

1. Living in a dorm building, the odds of running into a drunk person, being woken up by a drunk person or the typical babysitting is very likely. I absolutely cannot deal with this. It is both obnoxious and immature. If you are making the decision to drink then you also are taking the responsibility to take care of YOURSELF, not ME.

2. I am respectful enough to always respond to people, whether it be a text or a phone call. If I text a person, I am going to keep responding. I expect the same courtesy. If someone texts me, then continue to talk to me. If you don't want to talk to me then DO NOT text me. Its pointless and annoys me to no end. I hate being ignored.

3. Ever since I was young, I have grown up with strict rules. I had to keep very good grades, always had curfews and things along those lines. I never really minded because thats just how things were. However, now that I am in college, it bothers me. I go out whenever I want to and to be told otherwise really annoys me. I live in a different state now and I think things should be adjusted accordingly to.