This time, the story is about me

My name is Tan Zhenyun and I’m currently pursuing my studies in NUS, majoring in Life Science. I have opted to concentrate in Biomedical Science due to my immense interest in the discovery of the human body. This field has equipped me with both the analytical and logical skills which, I believe, will prepare me well for future challenges. My belief lies in the ability of Science to provide solutions to all the problems and mysteries on Earth.

Sport has always been part of my life. I was in the school’s team by the age of 13, the National Under-17 squad by the age of 16 and made it into the team which plays in the most prestigious league in Singapore by the age of 19. These experiences have shaped me into a different individual, one who has exceptional perseverance and discipline. Self motivation and a high level of energy are my assets and I am definitely a team player who is able to work well under pressure both individually as well as with others to achieve a common goal.

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My name is Tan Zhenyun and I’m currently pursuing my studies in NUS, majoring in Life Science. I have opted to concentrate in Biomedical Science due to my immerse interest in the discovery of the human body. This field has equipped me with both the analytical and logical skill which will prepare me well for future challenges. Apart from excelling academically, I had some achievements in the sports arena (Netball) as well. I was in the school’s team, by the age of 13, the National Under-17 squad by the age of 16 and made it into the team which plays in the most prestigious league in Singapore by the age of 19. These experiences have shaped me into a different individual, one who has exceptional perseverance and discipline. Self motivation and a high level of energy are my assets and I am definitely a team player who is able to work well under pressure both individually as well as with others to achieve a common goal.

Reflections

This report writing hasn’t been easy. From minutes writing, survey analysis to writing the whole report, it has been tedious and definitely, time consuming. I didn’t realize that writing this report will take up so much of my time. It was not what I had expected before taking up this module. But I suppose it doesn’t make any sense to think about that now because this report writing will soon come to an end in 2 days’ time.

Finally, the whole report is coming to an end.

Anyway, this is the first time that I had worked on a report with a group of unfamiliar faces. (Surprise?) I always thought that working with friends is the best situation that one can ask for. But this report writing/ working with Weili and Miko had taught me that this is not always true. Having to work in an unfamiliar environment, out of my usual comfort zone, has ‘forced’ me to get used to their working styles, while incorporating mine. I have to admit that I found it hard to get used to. Don’t be misunderstood though; it is not because they are difficult to get along. They are really great people! I guess it’s just that I don’t like changes. Another thing is that I have the tendency to be too blunt at times. However, I have to clarify that I have no ill-intentions. My close friends are used to my blunt nature and that allowed me to voice out my opinion freely without fearing that I might offend anyone. That’s why I felt restricted in this group at times. Though restricted, this has allowed me to learn something useful instead and that was how to tactfully phrase my words so that I won’t sound harsh. This is definitely an important skill which is applicable in all cases, be it in doing group projects in school or at work.

To end this off, I would like to show my appreciation to Weili and Miko by saying thank you to them. All in all, I did learn a lot of things from them. For instance they gave me a different perspective on things. And most importantly, they showed me that a great report can still be churned out even without close friends. The next challenge that we have is the presentation. And of course, I hope that we can do a good job as well. =)