Growing up in Vietnam and moving to the U.S. in 2012, I decided to go back to school to pursue my degree. As for many immigrants, I follow the “American dream”: getting the education, landing in a dream job, and making a decent salary. This looks simple, but the path is actually not as smooth as many people think. I have faced barriers that seemingly hindered my goals like the language, culture, and financial burden. With determination, I keep track on the academic journey and constantly strengthen my major, which is accounting, my chosen study for life time career.
Before coming to the U.S, I didn’t have any concepts about accounting nor if I should choose it as a long term career. Starting going to a community college in 2013, I researched …show more content…
Award recipients will be proud of themselves for their accomplishments, and with the CalCPA East Bay Chapter Scholarship, it is more meaningful when students’ success is recognized by the noble society of Certified Public Accountants. I might not have the experience nor the chance to demonstrate my competence in the field yet, but I strongly believe these factors do not determine my credentials compared to other experienced students. Along with a deep passion for the major, I possess a strong will to take challenges and overcome obstacles to attain my goals. Continuous learning for self-development is my maxim to follow in life.
With this application presenting my personality, qualifications, career goals as well as my enthusiasm, I hope to be one of the deserved people to receive the Chapter Scholarship. This would be a great assistance in supporting my goals to finish my degree and motivate my further education. As a Cal State East Bay student, I believe in my college’s outstanding students. We are equipped with tremendous knowledge and high qualities to meet the modern employment and standards. It is with great honor and appreciation that I submit this application for your
Before coming to the U.S, I didn’t have any concepts about accounting nor if I should choose it as a long term career. Starting going to a community college in 2013, I researched …show more content…
Award recipients will be proud of themselves for their accomplishments, and with the CalCPA East Bay Chapter Scholarship, it is more meaningful when students’ success is recognized by the noble society of Certified Public Accountants. I might not have the experience nor the chance to demonstrate my competence in the field yet, but I strongly believe these factors do not determine my credentials compared to other experienced students. Along with a deep passion for the major, I possess a strong will to take challenges and overcome obstacles to attain my goals. Continuous learning for self-development is my maxim to follow in life.
With this application presenting my personality, qualifications, career goals as well as my enthusiasm, I hope to be one of the deserved people to receive the Chapter Scholarship. This would be a great assistance in supporting my goals to finish my degree and motivate my further education. As a Cal State East Bay student, I believe in my college’s outstanding students. We are equipped with tremendous knowledge and high qualities to meet the modern employment and standards. It is with great honor and appreciation that I submit this application for your