Personal Statement: At Last Four Choices

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AT LEAST FOUR SENTENCES PER QUESTION (5 POINTS PER QUESTION)
1. Tell me about yourself
I’m currently a second semester junior at Mississippi State University. I’m a huge animal person and have two dogs and two cats. I enjoy spending my free time with my friends. If I’m not spending time with my friends I’m likely visiting my family who play a large role in my life. I also enjoy giving back to my community and volunteer with organizations such as the Junior League of Jackson, MS.
2. Why did you choose your college major?
a. I decided upon my major because the business and finance industry played a vital role in my life since I was seven years old and has intrigue me the same since my first encounter with it. This is due to the fact that my mom

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