I Want To Be Page 3

As a high school senior, I am frequently asked about my future plans. People inquire about my desired career and college major. These repetitive questions come from the people in my life. Usually, I answer by stating that I have aspirations of becoming a broadcast journalist and that my major will be in journalism. This…

The National Honor Society is an organization that acknowledges students who excel in scholarship, service, leadership, and character. Being a part of this group would be a great honor and privilege. I consistently work towards demonstrating leadership in all my activities and continuously strive to improve my academic performance. Most importantly, I aim to embody…

My name is [student] and I have submitted an application for admission into the Masters of Arts in Economics program at the prestigious University of Manitoba. I currently hold a Bachelor of Science Degree in Economics (2018), from Central University (Ghana), one of the country’s most prestigious educational institutions. I finished with a First Class…

Service has always been a significant value in my life. Coming from a family of public servants, which includes military personnel, first responders, and government employees who support the U.S. armed forces, I have gained a deep understanding of the importance of service and the sacrifices it involves. My upbringing has instilled in me a…

All humans seek a happy, healthy life; however, the reality is that life is a series of gains and struggles and we must learn to do the best we can in the face of adversity. One of the most difficult experiences I have ever faced is when my brother was diagnosed with a brain vascular…

Ever since I was young, gymnastics has been my passion. It involves year-round competition. However, it wasn’t until after seven years of doing gymnastics that I truly understood the profound influence of the sport’s core values when I moved on to other activities. Simple instances like supporting my teammates after a fall off the balance…

During rounds in a medical ward full of patients with different diseases, two cases highlighted that day and make it memorable. The first one, a man who had a big smile when he learned that he will be discharged from the hospital. He was happy that he was finally going home. Suddenly, his condition was…

As a child born and raised in the agricultural areas of the Terai region in Nepal, I began to connect with plants in my early childhood. Since then, I’ve considered agriculture as a meaningful and versatile vocation. When I picked a biology-focused high school curriculum and learned the fundamentals of gene function, hereditary traits, gene…

As a senior in college, I have been faced with numerous decisions in the process of choosing a career path. Both financially and professionally, I realized I would be faced with challenges while pursuing my degree. The knowledge I have gained has eased my financial worries. At the same time, the opportunities I have been…

“Man never made any material as resilient as the human spirit.” – Bern William. I write this personal statement with mixed feelings, knowing that I will possibly be in a different state, different city, and different community next year. My journey thus far has been arduous, challenging, and rewarding at the same time. I was…