Personal Narrative: My Role As A Student-Athlete

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Outside of my academic activities, I have a strong passion for sports and exercise. As a student-athlete for over 14 years, I have learned the value of hard-work, dedication, and determination. Establishing these invaluable attributes early on made it possible for me to become an NCAA Division III lacrosse athlete. Sports dramatically shaped the person I am today and taught me how to step to work in unison with my teammates to achieve a common goal and simultaneously step up as a leader.

In addition, I am active in my serving my community. Understanding the vast needs of others and hoping to ameliorate some of these difficulties, I have invested my time and genuine care into those who are less fortune than I. One way I have done so is by

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