The document discusses Anaeli Shockey's experience in the RISE (Research Initiative Science Experience) summer program between high school and university. The six-week program involved taking a general biology course and lab, which helped Shockey realize her strong interest in science and learn key lab skills and safety procedures. She also learned how to develop a research proposal by choosing a topic, researching problems, and proposing hypotheses. This educational experience helped Shockey grow as a young scientist by gaining fundamental knowledge and skills in several important areas.