Art Therapy Personal Statement

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At Indiana University, I feel I can be pushed to reach my potential. I hope to be guided to success and assisted during my times of struggle. I currently wish to pursue a double major in psychology and art or art education. I feel that it is everyone’s duty as a human being to make a positive impact on others as often as possible. I feel that Indiana University will give me endless opportunities to influence my peers, and also to be influenced myself. Ultimately, I hope to become an art therapist, where I can help people overcome their difficulties through creative expression. Art therapy is an emerging field, and I feel that Indiana University's connection with Riley Hospital, will be incredibly beneficial. In society today, I feel that the

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