Being a student at sixty-three is a dream come true.
In 1996, I went back to college for a Liberal Arts degree, after two semesters at College of the Redwoods, my family moved from California to Colorado. Finances made it necessary to work. My desire was delayed. It stayed on hold for twenty years.
However, at sixty, my marriage ended. My faith sustained through life’s turmoil. My love for my son and my daughter are the inspiration to reinvent myself.
Consequently, one goal focuses on creative writing, to write not only fiction, but about the challenges wives living with secondary PTSD. Many women are living a life similar or even unhealthier than mine. Encouraging others to find the strength taking charge of their life would be rewarding. …show more content…
Setting up a foundation to support myself in future financial endeavors. Receiving a scholarship would offer the opportunity to continue my writing as well as learn how to support myself and influence others.
Therefore, my second goal is to graduate before I reach sixty-five. To be the first in my family with a college degree will be an accomplishment. This Fall I will graduate with my AA and then plan to transfer to Sonoma State. Financially, I struggle to cover all my needs. My divorce was costly. In the past, I had a successful business. However, with the drop in the economy, it barely sustains itself. My part-time position at Chase Bank helps some, I work twenty hours per week.
A scholarship will enable me to cover my expenses, such as books, transportation, and tuition.
Equally important, graduating from college will satisfy my heart’s desire to receive my degree as well as fulfill my dream of one day to publish my writing. My GPA is 3.88. At my age, being a student is challenging with work and my other responsibilities. However, I look at school like a job and give it my all.
In conclusion, I appreciate your consideration to be a scholarship candidate. It is my hope to inspire others to pursue education and not let age or anything stand in the way of their
In 1996, I went back to college for a Liberal Arts degree, after two semesters at College of the Redwoods, my family moved from California to Colorado. Finances made it necessary to work. My desire was delayed. It stayed on hold for twenty years.
However, at sixty, my marriage ended. My faith sustained through life’s turmoil. My love for my son and my daughter are the inspiration to reinvent myself.
Consequently, one goal focuses on creative writing, to write not only fiction, but about the challenges wives living with secondary PTSD. Many women are living a life similar or even unhealthier than mine. Encouraging others to find the strength taking charge of their life would be rewarding. …show more content…
Setting up a foundation to support myself in future financial endeavors. Receiving a scholarship would offer the opportunity to continue my writing as well as learn how to support myself and influence others.
Therefore, my second goal is to graduate before I reach sixty-five. To be the first in my family with a college degree will be an accomplishment. This Fall I will graduate with my AA and then plan to transfer to Sonoma State. Financially, I struggle to cover all my needs. My divorce was costly. In the past, I had a successful business. However, with the drop in the economy, it barely sustains itself. My part-time position at Chase Bank helps some, I work twenty hours per week.
A scholarship will enable me to cover my expenses, such as books, transportation, and tuition.
Equally important, graduating from college will satisfy my heart’s desire to receive my degree as well as fulfill my dream of one day to publish my writing. My GPA is 3.88. At my age, being a student is challenging with work and my other responsibilities. However, I look at school like a job and give it my all.
In conclusion, I appreciate your consideration to be a scholarship candidate. It is my hope to inspire others to pursue education and not let age or anything stand in the way of their