My personal goal is to obtain a bachelor's degree in engineering from the University of South Carolina. I possess a love for mathematics, science, and technology. I find the field of engineering to be fascinating. I want to be financially secure enough to support my family without the worry of my spouse and children going without the things they need. I am driven to become the first in my family to acquire a college degree. I plan to achieve my goals by putting an extreme focus on academics in college as I have throughout school thus far. I will hold down a job to pay my way through, take out loans, and hopefully be awarded a much needed scholarship. I of course will rely on any contribution my family members offer, and are …show more content…
I have also been a proud two year member of both the varsity football and wrestling teams. I was honored to hold the position of team captain this year for the Summerville High wrestling team, and was named the most dedicated player. I am an active member of the National Honor Society and the Project Lead the Way program. I have proudly earned two letters for my academic performance. Also, I was was awarded the Mckissick Academic Athlete Award my junior and senior year while on the football team. I pride myself on being a good role model for the youth and my peers. I have spent countless hours conditioning, training, and playing high school athletics. I devote myself to my academic performance, and always push myself to higher limits. Through my devotion to high school academics and athletics, I have learned countless life lessons. I am self confident, determined, and focused. I have respect, pride, and perseverance. I have a stronger moral, physical, mental, and spiritual strength. I take pride in my ability to express compassion. My training has left me confident and strong. I am ready to graduate and begin my journey towards a college degree.
5) Work Experience
I have worked summers as a farm hand for Charpia Farms for several years. I would arrive for work before sunrise and would work until I had to be at summer conditioning a football. After hours of practice, I would return to the field to help complete the day's harvest. I have developed a great respect for the rewards of hard, honest work.
6) Financial