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If I had to describe myself in one word, it would be resilient.

From battling Crohn鈥檚 disease since middle school to enduring multiple surgeries and hospital stays, I鈥檝e faced more than most my age. In 2022, I hit one of the lowest points of my life鈥攕truggling with depression, stuck in a major I didn鈥檛 love, and reeling from a terrifying family tragedy when our home was randomly riddled with bullets. My mom lost everything. And still, I pressed on.

I chose 黑料社区nical College because it gave me a chance to rebuild鈥攁ffordable, personal, and full of opportunity. I found my passion in mechatronics, where I can finally work hands-on, and I鈥檓 thankful for instructors like Mr. Ellenburg who make complex lessons click.

This scholarship is more than just financial help鈥攊t鈥檚 a stepping stone toward a future I鈥檝e fought hard for. I dream of becoming a mechatronic engineer at BMW or Michelin. I plan to start as a technician, stay curious, and never stop growing.

Education is my way forward鈥攖oward stability, opportunity, and giving back to the people who stood by me. Thank you for helping students like me rise above the struggle and keep moving toward something greater.

Your support has made my journey to graduation a little lighter, and I鈥檓 truly grateful. I work and go to school because I have to鈥攂ecause survival demands it. Right now, I鈥檓 just getting by.

That鈥檚 why I鈥檓 pursuing my degree: I want financial freedom. I want to build a life where I can breathe, not just survive. And thanks to this scholarship, I鈥檓 one step closer.

I feel a shift coming. I feel something greater ahead. God is good, and I believe this is just the beginning.“