As previously stated, my name is Melanie Clare and I am currently senior Dental Hygiene Student. Before embarking on this new career path, I achieved my first Bachelors of Science degree in Forensic Molecular Biology from John Jay college of Criminal Justice. My ultimate goal was to become a Forensic Pathologist. However, during my undergraduate years I realized I was more passionate about Forensic Molecular Biology. Therefore, I decided to purse my Bachelors degree in Forensic Molecular Biology. One summer after working as a substitute dental assistant, I realized that I also had a passion for the dental field. After careful thought and consideration, I decided to pursue a career in Dental Hygiene. I was immediately accepted into program, but had to forfeit my seat due medical reasons. I later re-enrolled into the program and started my journey to become a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH). Throughout the course of the program I encountered many obstacles that motivated me work harder. I remain positive and optimistic by remembering my favorite life quotes is “A setback is a setup for a comeback” and “This too shall pass.” Overall, this program have changed my life prospective and mold me to the person I am today. My greatest take away from this program is the importance of time management.
Below are photos of my journey as a Dental Hygiene student.
![kymora and I](https://openlab.citytech.cuny.edu/mclare-eportfolio/files/2013/08/kymora-and-I-195x300.jpg)
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