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Clarke talked about her pathway to medical school and how to prepare for careers in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields.
"If something is hard for you, chances are it's hard for everyone in the room,” Clarke told the students, all part of the College For Every Student STEM program, funded by the GE Foundation.
“Believe in yourself. And never be afraid to try new things even if you are not the best at them. You never know what you'll be great at, until you try."
Clarke’s visit is one of many CFES STEM roundtables with various alumni.
“The idea is to give [CFES] Scholars the opportunity to talk to various STEM professionals and ask questions about their schooling, their careers,” said Cloonan’s assistant principal Larueen Mody.
“Today was such an inspiring experience for our Scholars. From meeting Sophie, hearing her story, and hanging on to her encouraging words.”
Clarke was asked about her medical school and her work now, behind the scenes of the 'Dr. Oz' show. “Being from a small rural town, in a class size of 28, I realized that I not only had to take every opportunity given to me, but I also had to create my own,” Clarke said.
Clarke reminded everyone that a college education is vital today, and it’s necessary to start working towards that now.
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