This was not easy at all for me, but despite everything, I graduated and went off to college, just as I promised my father I would. Being the oldest of my siblings, I had the responsibility to be a role model for them, and I am. The death of my father left us in a very bad financial situation. If it were not for my Kauffman Scholars Scholarship, I would not be here right now, typing this essay. Receiving the Kauffman Scholar Scholarship was another great accomplishment and a tremendous help. Additionally, while the loss of my father was very difficult for me, I hope to use that experience as a way to connect with my patients and their families on an emotional level. Admission into your program would bring with it my experience as a CNA. I have had so many great experiences as a CNA that are memorable. There are patients I will never forget because of everything I learned while working with them. When I first received my CNA, I was scared of making a mistake on the job, but as I started working, the fear quickly went away. Being with and caring for a patient all came naturally for me. I was a successful CNA because of the type of person I am: very patient, kind, a good communicator, and able to have empathy and compassion for all types of
This was not easy at all for me, but despite everything, I graduated and went off to college, just as I promised my father I would. Being the oldest of my siblings, I had the responsibility to be a role model for them, and I am. The death of my father left us in a very bad financial situation. If it were not for my Kauffman Scholars Scholarship, I would not be here right now, typing this essay. Receiving the Kauffman Scholar Scholarship was another great accomplishment and a tremendous help. Additionally, while the loss of my father was very difficult for me, I hope to use that experience as a way to connect with my patients and their families on an emotional level. Admission into your program would bring with it my experience as a CNA. I have had so many great experiences as a CNA that are memorable. There are patients I will never forget because of everything I learned while working with them. When I first received my CNA, I was scared of making a mistake on the job, but as I started working, the fear quickly went away. Being with and caring for a patient all came naturally for me. I was a successful CNA because of the type of person I am: very patient, kind, a good communicator, and able to have empathy and compassion for all types of