I believe that if somebody asks the people who know me best, they will describe me as a hardworking and goal-oriented type of person. Throughout my life, I have always stayed true to myself. When I was 15 years old, I got my first job at a local Winn-Dixie. I was reminded time and time again that I didnt need a job. I told my family that since dad passed away a few years back, that this job will make me a stronger person. I didnt look at a paycheck as independence. I looked it at as a way to help my mom support the household, by paying a portion of the bills.
I have set numerous goals in life and let no one get in my way of achieving them. Whether its at school or work, Im the type of person that will make sure that everything that was assigned to me is complete. If I dont complete everything, I feel as if I didnt accomplish a thing.
I think the qualities and characteristics I posses would allow me to contribute to the University of Central Florida community. I live by a quote from Les Brown: Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, youll land among the stars. I will try to show my fellow students to never give up that you could do anything you put your mind to. Losing my father when I was 11 years old was tough, but he would want me to do better and make a