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I am a freshman and just started college this Fall. Therefore, I cannot answer this question in its entirety but I do know that attending college is one of the most important things in my life. I come from a family where on my father's side I am the second generation to attend college and I am the third generation on my mother's side to do so. Even though college can be overwhelming and challenging it does shape you into anything that you aspire to be and opens up doors which otherwise would remain closed. It helps you to discover yourself and shapes you into who are going to be. I already feel that my whole outlook in life seems to be changing and this brief experience so far, away from home, is having me explore and think of things in a different light altogether. I feel more independent and more self reliant. I realize that just attaining a college degree will not be enough to get to where I want to be. However, I am sure that it does make it easier to get started and then there is the confidence to "make it work".

I think it is an incredible value to attend a University to get a post-secondary education. Personally, it is of great value to me because I am a first-generation college student. It is extremely important to me to be able to graduate, with honors, in order to teach my own children that they are capable of anything they put their minds to - anything that they are passionate about. My focus in the future is to have a family, and to be able to be a role model for my family. Thus, graduating with a college education, and an enhanced passion for a particular field of study, is very important for myself and my future . This passion is one of the many things that I have developed through my college career. I started studying in my current field during high school; going to college allowed me to expand my knowledge, and really focus my interests and depths of study. in addition to developing an expertise in a field, college has allowed me to obtain a more expanded general knowledge of a number of diverse subjects, which is of great value for being an aware member of our smodern ociety.

I caqn not wait to attend my classes in my new college. I want to meet my new friends there and form some groups in order to help out for the betterment of the community. I want to discover many new things about my college so I can help other incoming freshman that really feel so nervous as I have been feeling. However, I had some great leaders helping me out with the new campus and they are always there if I need any help with anything.

College for me has always been a dream for a better future. I have learned many practical skills to add to my workforce experience. I have been able to learn more about the united states and about where the government and the business world is headed in the future. Being in school and a business major during the recession has opened my eyes to a different outlook on how our economy is run and the backlash as a result of our tough economic times. College has taught me more than what you can learn by sitting down and reading the news or watching the stock market on tv. It has taught me to look beyond the surface and dig in deeper to the heart of the issues rather than ignoring yet another thing that seems to be going poorly in our country.

I've met lifelong friends and tested and learned my personal limits. I've had to perfect my time management skills to balance academics, family, friends, and extracurricular activities. But most of all, I've found an environment where I can ask questions and learn as much as possible about any topics or areas that interest me. I don't feel any hesitation in talking to professors or emailing them questions outside of class. I can learn freely, and I enjoy the semi-rigorous schedule of work and studying, because it keeps me focused and helps me set a personal rhythm to carry throughout my life. My future is everything to me, and with the U of A, I feel that there are a plethora of people and resources devoted to helping me achieve the best life I possibly can.

Because Greek Life so such an important part of social life at the University of Arizona, I have been able to gain a memorable college experience. One that I will remember for a lifetime. I have been able to volunteer in many different non-profit and institutionalized organizations. Some of which were HOPE Animal Shelter, and Ronald-McDonald

My college experience has thus far been a great learning experience. Though college has not been the smoothest experience from me, these setbacks have taught me alot. From being forced to withdraw due to sickness to switching majors when I thought it was far too late - the University of Arizona has made it as easy as possible to follow my dreams while still challenging me academically. Not only have I learned a lot, I have made great friends and connections that will help me pursue a career after I have graduated. Overall, I have become an ambitious, confident, and happy person because of my college experience.

My college experience has enriched my life in many ways. One of the most important things that my college experience has provided me with is confidence. I was always the "shy" kid in school, wanting to please others and never get into trouble. I never considered myself as anything other than average, and didn't feel like I was the intelligent, pretty, or popular one. My college experience has given me a sense of accomplishment and the confidence to pursue things I never felt I would have been good enough to do before. It has helped me to grow into a functioning adult with many possibilities in life and was the start of some close lifelong friendships. My college experience has been valuable to me for many reasons but most importantly because it has helped me to discover who I am and my place in this world.

My love of science led me to major in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, in the course of which, I discovered my passion truly lied in human biology. Through my 1st degree I was able to gain experience, teach children about science, and conduct independent research. I completed my bachelor’s of science at the University of Arizona with three Honorable Mentions. When choosing my 2nd degree, nursing was the perfect fit; it combined my love of biology with my love of people. While finishing my prerequisites I found employment in several medical positions that would give me knowledge to enhance and better my future career as a nurse. Unfortunately, in response to the economic downturn the hospital was forced to reduce positions, leaving me unemployed and without the income and tuition reimbursement I had expected to pay for my schooling. I am currently in the University of Arizona’s College of Nursing program and was just awarded the Dean’s List with Distinction for my last semesters 4.0 GPA. As a recipient of your scholarship I would offer a continued display of intense academic motivation, a diverse set of interests, and provide an excellent example as a nursing student.

Although I feel like I've learned a vast amount of information academically, I think the most valuable portion of my education is the life lesson it has taught me. I have learned to commit to something, stick to it, and do whatever it takes to see it through and endure to the end.