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Abstract

Victoria R. Reginaldo is a Biology major from Weymouth, MA; she was born in Brazil and speaks Portuguese. Victoria explains that this essay was meaningful to her because it allowed her to think about an idea she has carried with her since she was young, the desire to have children, and how that dream is shaped and complicated by the realities of today’s society. “As I get older and begin to realize that life isn’t so simple, it made me want to research and write about how society influences the decision to have children,” she shares. Victoria notes that this semester gave her the freedom to write more creatively and to explore her ideas in a different way. One part of the process she enjoyed was gathering a wide range of sources. She recalls staying up late organizing her notes, mapping out different perspectives, and asking friends and classmates what they thought about the subject. “The more I researched, the more I realized how many factors shape a decision that often seems so personal — things like culture, financial stability, and expectations of gender roles,” Victoria explains. Although the essay is not directly tied to her major, she says it was special because it highlighted her creative side. “As a biology major, I get so involved in science that sometimes I forget to let my artistic and expressive personality out,” she reflects. Writing this paper reminded her that she can bring together both her scientific and creative interests, approaching a personal question with the same kind of curiosity and analysis she brings to her biology studies. This essay was not only about exploring a personal topic, but also about celebrating her growth — both as a student and a writer — and discovering new ways to connect her passions for science, creativity, and self-reflection.

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