Student Stories

"Seeing that I got this scholarship was almost unreal to me because I didn't think I would be one of the lucky students to have this opportunity, so I want to thank you for that. I was so excited that I went and told my mom right away, and the smile on her face was proud, so I thank you again."

"I wanted to start off my long educational journey at Scottsdale Community College to understand the basics of the film industry. I wanted to make connections with the professors there and meet new students who share my same goals. It has been a lovely time over at SCC thus far."

"With my academic path, my higher education goal is to lay down a solid foundation for my family's future generation in attending college."

"My educational goals and future job aspirations have been significantly impacted by this scholarship, which has opened opportunities for me."

"Do not allow yourself to preemptively shut out an opportunity. Never tell yourself you have no chance and let self-doubt stop you."

"I am excited to use this opportunity to further develop my skills and knowledge in the field of biomedical sciences. "

“This internship has shown me the path I would need to take.”

"A notable accomplishment of mine is my acceptance as one of 25 students nationwide into Yale Law School's Launchpad Scholars pre-law program. "

"I am one of the very few members of my family that have been allowed to attend college and I strive to make my parents proud."

"The award you’ve granted me allows me to worry less about making the financial equation work, and therefore dedicate more of my cognitive bandwidth to my studies."