Frouman, Daniel. APPLICATION FOR COMMISSION IN THE U.S. NAVY/U.S. NAVY RESERVE.  2007-10-17
VIII. MOTIVATIONAL STATEMENT

Utilizing the space provided, in 400 words or less, state why you are seeking a commission.

My motivation for seeking a commission in the U.S. Navy Medical Corps is rooted in a personal resolution I made many years ago to do something useful with my life. This has also been my drive throughout college, graduate school, and medical school, as well as a teacher. I believe the Navy Medical Corps will allow me the opportunity to continue to fulfill this resolution by giving me the chance to serve my country, help those in need, and finish my medical education. Finishing college, graduate school and getting into medical school has been an upstream struggle, considering that I didnít receive much education before college and since my parents werenít around when I was growing up. However, I feel that thanks to our government I was still able to receive an education despite my lack of resources and academic preparation. I feel that by joining the Navy Medical Corps I will have an opportunity to return some of what I have been blessed with by serving as a physician for those who work so hard so for our country.
Nonetheless, I must confess that there is also part of me that wants to travel more and see more of the U.S and other parts of the world. I like adventure, seeing new places, meeting new people and learning new skills. I believe that as a Navy physician I will be able to do all of these things. I like physical activity (I run and swim almost everyday) and have always wanted to have a job someday that required some physical activity. Again, I believe that the Navy will provide this opportunity for me.