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I received a fantastic education during my studies for my Bachelor's degree. I had challenging courses, some great professors, and learned more than I ever could have imagined. I also was able to make the transition from a small, private high school to a large university by joining campus organizations where I met people who challenged me to look at ideas and causes in a new way. I was quite sheltered as a child, so this was exciting and new for me. I believe my college studies prepared me for not only graduate school, which I will attend beginning in Fall 2010, but also for life outside of school. I became a more compassionate and thoughtful person because of my professors and my fellow students. I was able to be successful in entry-level jobs in my field because of the preparation and hard work I undertook in college. I always will value my time as an undergraduate, and look forward to challenging myself to find new ways to impact the world positively as a graduate student.

The biggest lesson I have learned thus far from my college experience is determination. As a first generation college student, I didn't have much help or guidance in my voyage to higher education. For as long as I can remember, I have known that nursing was my calling. I began taking summer classes at our local community college right after high school graduation and have been persuing my dream of becoming an RN ever since. During this time I have held two jobs in order to finance my schooling. Although it has taken me longer than I would have liked, I am finally entering the RN program this summer! The determination I have learned through this process has paved the way to where I am at today and will continue to push me through the rest of my schooling into my career.

I find it a privilege to study at the University of Arizona and with this experience I have learned to be a devoted and responsible scholar. Throughout my college experience I have been offered a diverse learning environment which provides inspiration as well as team work among students such as myself to enhance their education. The opprotunity to attend college has been valuable in affirming my belief in the importance of dedication, support, and service to others by being involved in the community. I believe that attending college has helped me grow further as a person and to achieve success.

To whom it may concern, College has taught me a tremendous amount about life and loyalty. It is a huge committment to go to school, attend class, balance studying with work, family, and friends. I have learned that to be able to pull off and balance all of the activities you are able to do anything. The college experience is extremely gratifying because you are learning and growing as a person and then you can turn around and use that knowledge to benefit other people. I want to go back to college because I want to be a phyusician assistant so I can help others. It will be valuable for me to attend because I appreciate the experience and truly want to learn a new skill so I can help others. Going back to school at 31 can be a daunting experience. I want to take on this challenege because in my heart I know that school is the key to educate me so I can help people that are sick. I greatly appreciate your consideration of me receiving this scholarship. Sincerely, Kasey

I have gained a life-long appreciation of education from my experience in college. Perhaps that is why I have enjoyed returning for a Master's, having a career in the education field, being a leader in that field, and now seek to return to college to expand my repertoire. College gave me life-long friendships, helped me to gain independence and learn to be an altruistic and responsible member of the community. Because I went to college, I have the skills I need to survive in the world, in the work force, and continue to grow. I strongly feel that had I not gone to college, I would have missed out on many great opportunities. There were adventures, challenges, and hurdles overcome in my undergraduate and graduate years in college.

Before coming to college, I was a student at a small private high school, where everyone knew each other. I was quickly labeled a nerd, simply because I was in the honors classes with the other honors students, and because I followed the dress code policy. As a result, I felt as though I was in a box, unable to break free from the mold my peers had created fo rme. College gave me the freedom I had desired in high school, the freedom of identity. I am now in classes where all of the other students want to learn. Everyone is here to better themselves and to pursue potential. It's encouraging to be around others who are on the road of personal development. Also, college has presented new opportunities for the exploration of myself, others, and the world around me. I plan to go on a study abroad program to Namibia this summer. In high school, I would have only dreamed of being able to take part in such an adventure. College has unlocked the box, and I am now free to pursue a future of my own.

In my college experience thus far at the University of Arizona, I have gained the resources and information needed to succeed in the Pharmacy career, and the confidence that this is what I want to do. I have achieved all of my pre-requisites in a timely manner with assistance from advisors every step of the way. I learned all the actions necessary and tips for applying to pharamcy school, and have been provided great information on how to succeed in my acadmic programs. My knowledge of th emedical field has grown tremendously. This college has been very valuable to attend because of it's high academic standards, opportunities for students, and involvment in extracurricular activities. I feel 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} ready to begin my PharmD program, and could not say the same if I had attended any other university.

Independence is one of the most valuable gifts that I have so far gotten out of my first year college experience. Before I attended college I relied on my friends in everyway and didn?t allow my self to grow socially. Now that I am in the ?real world? I am able to expand my circle of friends and open up in ways that I never thought I would be able to. As well as getting around and as simple as calling a taxi I feel no hesitation or reliance on another individual. College is one of the most precious gifts that any person can obtain. Having the opportunity to receive this gift from my parents makes me feel so grateful. I plan on returning the favor to them by delivery outstanding grades and as well as my independent grown as a young adult.

College is the most diverse place that I will ever get to see, and when I graduate, it will be less likely to find such a rich source of diversity and culture to learn from. I take every effort to join various organizations such as Asian Bible Fellowship and Hong Kong Student Association to better understand Asian culture. I also take Chinese classes with a purpose to put the language to use while I am in college. I am a founding member of the Liberation in North Korea chapter of the college and hope to give voice to those out there deprived of human rights. My college experience has truly taught me that what we can do as individuals and as large groups of students can have great impact in our area or far across seas. The voice and the resources we have here should not be wasted and be used to inform people about various causes. It is crucial for people to attend college and gain this experience and opportunity to make a difference as the young generation that will be responsible for our world's future.

I have been a student at the University of Arizona for almost four years. I have taken classes mostly in Linguistics and Computer Science. I have, throughout the course of my education, learned about social activism in college students. I learned how to balance a healthy social life with school and work obligations. This college life has given me a sense of persepective. The classes have given me a new perspective on the world around me, even events that are happening just a couple hundred miles away. It has been a very valuable experience for me to attend the University because it has helped me mature into an adult capable of making more informed decisions. It has taught me how to discover the truth for myself, and to apply that truth in my life style and choices. I have made friendships that will last for years, perhaps for a lifetime. Other schools might be more famous, or come more highly recommended. Advisors urged me to apply to Ivy-league schools such as Yale. I believe that in spite of this, I have gotten a better, broader education at the University of Arizona than I could have anywhere else.