I am a Sophomore pursuing an Accounting and Finance degree through the LeBow College of Business. I am applying for this scholarship to not only aid in my education, but to jumpstart my future mission of giving back to the community.
Beginning in high school, I began to participate in civically-focused groups. During my high school years, I was a member of CASA (acronym for Celebrating All Students Achievements). This organization highlighted the importance of building positive relationships with all members of our diverse community, including LGBTQ, those of color, and other minorities. I was also a proud member of the Interact Club, another civic-minded club, which had a broad focus of both environmental and social concerns. Some of the projects included spearheading a river clean-up project on the Wissahickon Creek, raising donations for Hurricane Sandy victims in the area, collecting books for the local library, oversaw a can drive, and wrote to soldiers stationed overseas during the holiday season.
Over the last three consecutive years, I have volunteered at the Local Celebration 5K …show more content…
It displayed how much hope people grasp while facing so much devastation. Given a pair of donated pants, or an extra serving of mashed potatoes, appeared to make their week. With initiatives like these, something that would otherwise be routine for most is something deeply meaningful for many facing poverty or homelessness. I felt humbled to work alongside the volunteers, who collectively offered a chance to people who need it in their darkest hours. When I volunteer, I believe in simple acts of kindness manifesting into something much larger, a feeling that is nearly impossible to consolidate into words. It is beyond just the local community, but for the greater good of humanity. This feeling has convinced me to pursue a career that would encompass community outreach
Beginning in high school, I began to participate in civically-focused groups. During my high school years, I was a member of CASA (acronym for Celebrating All Students Achievements). This organization highlighted the importance of building positive relationships with all members of our diverse community, including LGBTQ, those of color, and other minorities. I was also a proud member of the Interact Club, another civic-minded club, which had a broad focus of both environmental and social concerns. Some of the projects included spearheading a river clean-up project on the Wissahickon Creek, raising donations for Hurricane Sandy victims in the area, collecting books for the local library, oversaw a can drive, and wrote to soldiers stationed overseas during the holiday season.
Over the last three consecutive years, I have volunteered at the Local Celebration 5K …show more content…
It displayed how much hope people grasp while facing so much devastation. Given a pair of donated pants, or an extra serving of mashed potatoes, appeared to make their week. With initiatives like these, something that would otherwise be routine for most is something deeply meaningful for many facing poverty or homelessness. I felt humbled to work alongside the volunteers, who collectively offered a chance to people who need it in their darkest hours. When I volunteer, I believe in simple acts of kindness manifesting into something much larger, a feeling that is nearly impossible to consolidate into words. It is beyond just the local community, but for the greater good of humanity. This feeling has convinced me to pursue a career that would encompass community outreach