ODU ESSAY
Amber Brunson
1312 Cole Brook Drive, Hampton, VA, 23669
Telephone: 757-594-5445. Email: a.brunson79@gmail.com
February 14, 2015
Scholarship Committee:
The value of education is something that my single mother has made me understand since a very young age. My mother, my hero, never had an opportunity to attend college, and faced many struggles in her professional life including working three part time jobs most of her life. This is why I want an education to fulfill my purpose of professionally helping others.
Because of her love and sacrifice over the years, and even though I have struggled academically in my early years, seeing her dedication has changed my outlook. My last two years of high school, my grades have continuously improved to honor status. My efforts are evidence that no matter what the obstacle, anyone can accomplish a goal through hard work and commitment.
Additionally, I have also been active in my school and community outside of the classroom, serving as a dance team leader for two years, serving as a committed leader in the Future Business Leaders of America, serving as a dedicated member in the DECA, Inc., and volunteering to assist children with disabilities and serving the homeless during school breaks.
My mother has made many sacrifices in hopes that I would pursue higher education. Pursuing a career through education is my dream too. I now have an opportunity to become the first person in my family to attend college, though I am in need of financial assistance to realize what has been a long-term goal for me and a dream for my mother.
I will continue to apply the same diligence to my collegiate studies as I have to this point, making education and service to others my top priority. I will represent your organization well during my years in college and beyond. Thank you in advance for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Amber Brunson
1312 Cole Brook Drive, Hampton, VA, 23669
Telephone: 757-594-5445. Email: a.brunson79@gmail.com
February 14, 2015
Scholarship Committee:
The value of education is something that my single mother has made me understand since a very young age. My mother, my hero, never had an opportunity to attend college, and faced many struggles in her professional life including working three part time jobs most of her life. This is why I want an education to fulfill my purpose of professionally helping others.
Because of her love and sacrifice over the years, and even though I have struggled academically in my early years, seeing her dedication has changed my outlook. My last two years of high school, my grades have continuously improved to honor status. My efforts are evidence that no matter what the obstacle, anyone can accomplish a goal through hard work and commitment.
Additionally, I have also been active in my school and community outside of the classroom, serving as a dance team leader for two years, serving as a committed leader in the Future Business Leaders of America, serving as a dedicated member in the DECA, Inc., and volunteering to assist children with disabilities and serving the homeless during school breaks.
My mother has made many sacrifices in hopes that I would pursue higher education. Pursuing a career through education is my dream too. I now have an opportunity to become the first person in my family to attend college, though I am in need of financial assistance to realize what has been a long-term goal for me and a dream for my mother.
I will continue to apply the same diligence to my collegiate studies as I have to this point, making education and service to others my top priority. I will represent your organization well during my years in college and beyond. Thank you in advance for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Amber Brunson