Day IV
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| Nicole, Nzuekoh, and LT La Keisha Jones |
“There has been an emergency, please exit the building.”
The morning began with an experience ironically relevant to the emergency preparedness missions within the OSG. As Ms. Sheila, Nzuekoh, and Nicole were evacuated from the hotel around 6:45am, they were reminded of the gained insight from OSG internship, the efforts of the Medical Reserve Corps, and the widespread need for emergency preparedness. Although this particular evacuation was minor and the result of thunderstorm related technical issues, plans and awareness are crucial for effective responses. The three laughed throughout the day about their highly relevant experience, and Lieutenant Commander Schaffzin even jokingly replied, “Didn’t you know that the MRC arranged this to test you over the past week?”
The rest of the day was just as exciting! Following the events of the morning was a meeting with the Chief of Staff for the Surgeon General, Captain Davis. It consisted of an enlightening discussion about the plethora of opportunities within the Commission Corps and the Public Health Service and how HOSA students are the perfect pipeline of professionals to take advantage of such opportunities.
With only one day remaining, Ms. Sheila, Nzuekoh, and Nicole designated some intense project time to fine-tune logistics on internship deliverables for the amazing HOSA-OSG Internship that is soon to be viral. The productive day ended with a venture into the Smithsonian Museums. They went to see the infamous Hope Diamond, the patriotic Star Spangled Banner exhibit, and some of the most inspirational women in history at the First Lady exhibit. All of the wonderful history was a reminder of the importance of taking initiative and having passion, two vital elements for quality healthcare that HOSA members across the nation reflect on each day.
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| Laura Bush's Gown at the President Bush's Inaugural Address |
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| Depiction of George Washington |
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| The Hope Diamond |
Cannot wait to hear more!
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