“It fills my heart knowing I live in a community that cares about higher education and makes an impact by helping deserving children achieve their goals. Community support of education helps the world move in a positive direction.”

“It means so much to know the community has faith in my abilities to contribute back and make this world a better place.”

“It’s my dream for people of color to all have a safe space – mentally, physcially, and intellectually. Nursing will be one of my ways of contributing to their comfort and safety.”

“Social Justice plays a role in nearly every critial problem we have faced, from the climate emergency and gun volence to gun violence and the widening income gap …We may forget that we’re all in this together.”

“I have been working continuously since I am 14. I understand economic insecurity. I also understand that in going to college I will be able to move into a world of greater security for myself and my family.”

“All my life I have been encouraged by my parents to contribute to our community. I have learned that through small consistent acts of service you can make an impact.”

“There are so many people who have some sort of inner conflict, however it is not this that defines you, but rather how you react and learn to cope. It’s helpful to create opportunities for people to openly share their experiences.”