Taylor Campbell

Although I did not win this scholarship, I am blessed to be a finalist. I am still pursuing my undergraduate degree, and recently graduated top of my class at certified nursing assistant (CNA) school! I am passionate about medicine and am still pursuing that route toward medical school. Being Filipino American creates a huge drive within me to make a difference in our underrepresented community. I aim to be the trailblazer and go-getter in my family and to one day make a difference. I aim to be the change in my community and be the reason there is a push and drive to be better every day!

Gabriel Delos Santos

As a finalist for this scholarship application, I am proud to be a Phil-Am knowing that a lot of us have the same ambition and drive to push towards success. Having a strong willed generation can truly show how big of an impact we can make within all fields for the future.

Caitlin Tongson

Hello, Thank you so much for choosing me as a finalist for this award. Carrying the legacy of my Filipino heritage and ancestors is something that I hold very close to me whenever I pursue any personal or career-focused endeavors. Since applying for this scholarship, I have gotten more involved with the Filipino community at my school as the new Career Development VP for the Pilipinx-Americans in Social Studies organization at UCI. I hope to continue pursuing a path that can honor and give back to those who came before me. The hardships they faced to provide a life for me and my siblings here in the US are something I never take for granted. Thank you so much for your consideration for this scholarship and for providing this amazing opportunity for Filipino-American students just like me. Thank you so much, again.