Along my journey in school I remember all the sacrifices my parents did for me and my siblings. For example, my father Adolfo Garcia would work from Monday to Saturday from sun up to sun down in order to provide food on the table, clothing on our backs, and a roof over are heads. Although both of my parents encourage and motivate me to attend school and pursue higher education, I am also motivated by all the sacrifices they have made because I know that if it wasn’t for the support of my parents I would not be where I am…
This internship will be life changing for me because I will finally have the possibility of realizing what my exact career will be once I finish graduate school. As a college student who is dependent on financial aid, the Gilman International scholarship would help me realize my personal goals and professional goals in the future. I am thankful for your consideration to the scholarship program and no matter the decision, I will strive to better myself and…
Why I should be in National Honor Society I am very honored to be even considered to be in National Honor Society. This has been a dream of mine since 8th grade. This shows that hard work does pay off. So I hope that my reason for believing why I belong in National Honor Society are enough to believe that also.…
“Ninety-nine percent of the failures come from people who have the habit of making excuses.” Due to the ever increasing amount of procrastinators in society, nothing gets done. This quote teaches that no matter what circumstance maybe, doesn’t give you a reason to give up on life. Making excuses is the death to all blessings that God wants to give us and we hold our own selves back by constantly pushing back the essentials of life.…
Unlike many of my peers, my life story is slightly different. Many of my peers share the story of living in a single parent home, being homeless, violence, and poverty. However, in my case, living in a two parent household is strange to hear about to my peers. For me, living in a two parent household means more work because of my desire to receive a full scholarship. Upon my research, I noticed that many of my older peers would receive better college financial opportunities because of their life experiences.…
As my high school career comes to an end I realize a new door is opening for me. As a little kid, I always wanted to go to college and now here I am so close. Furthering myself educationally speaking would give me the opportunity to have a great job and help my parents out. There’s nothing more that I want but for them to see me do good and to be proud of me. My parents never finished middle school and never attended college.…
Deserving is a rather strong word in which I cannot seem to find any appropriate synonyms. Because what actually deems a person “deserving” of something? That in itself is what boggles my mind as I write a paper on why, out of all people, I am the deserving one. Well let me tell you. I am a young and adventurous, seventeen year old kid who thinks he knows everything, but in reality, is really just fooling himself, as he is others. With that said, I am also very naive, impulsive, impatient, but in some twisted paradoxical way, very caring.…
Life's a journey worth taking the unbeaten path. That is why, despite looking up to my loving parents and having the utmost respect for them, I have taken a different road than they did. However, undergoing any challenge without their guiding experience can certainly prove to be an undertaking. I, a first generation college student, am the pioneer of higher education for my family. Though I join many others in lunging out into the world for the first time, I am doing so without having a father or mother to tell me how to tackle the college experience.…
As for my father, I would rarely see him around the apartment since he had to commit to two different jobs – day and night. As a child, it is really heart-breaking to see my parents suffer, but it has motivated me to become someone much greater than I could possibly imagine. Additionally, I want to prove to my parents that coming to America was not a waste, rather is an exceptional opportunity for success, and excelling in school is the only way to transform every pains and tears into joyful cheers. With that in mind, I devoted my time studying and figuring out ways to adjust to this unique American culture. Next, I started to participate in workshops and events relating a variety of careers, jobs, colleges, and scholarships, which was very useful and beneficial in assisting me to plan out my career or pathway and what I need to do in order to achieve my ultimate goal after high…
I am careful with my actions, ensuring that I do not attract the kind of students that led to my cousin's downfall. These experiences have taught me many lessons and they motivate me to push forward in school. I always do my best to make myself and my family proud. Throughout my entire life, my parents have provided everything for me. I want to return the favor by attending…
My most meaningful achievement was the birth of my children. Joseph T. Gray (21) and Joezette T. Gray (18). The world revolved around my children. My life passion was to give them unconditional love and my full attention as a parent. Unfortunately I allowed my devotion to my children to stop the passions I had for my professional dreams.…
Why is my education such an essential part of my life? Education is a blessing that not many people in the world have. Therefore, that is why I strive to become a better student every day. When I think about the reality that some children don’t go to school, my heart sinks. I think about how undeserving I am when compared to those children all around the world.…
and I want to be able to set a good example for my younger siblings. I know it’s hard getting into this organization, but, I am willing to try. I’m one of the few of my family members being lucky enough to go to school. I want to set a good example for my family and make all their sacrifices worth it. There’s not a lot of people like me that get considered into these kinds of organizations…
Music blasting, people dancing, and smiles all around is the typical setting of a Lebanese gathering. My culture plays a great role in shaping who I am as an individual with the various traditions and customs tied to my Lebanese heritage. Being a Lebanese American and having to cope with the blending of cultures has built a bridge of social and emotional challenges throughout the course of my life. Due to the cultural environment I grew up in, I learned the value of hard work, culture, and education.…
Explain your motivation for applying to this program. How does the content of this study abroad program relate to your future academic and professional goals? (300 word maximum) With this study abroad program I plan to further my understanding and knowledge in the management field. I am undoubtedly interested in management and one day I plan to open and run my own gym. On this study abroad trip, I believe being in a hands on learning environment that I will get the best information I can about management.…