Dr. Michal Lomask Memorial Scholarship

In my junior year of high school, I was faced with the daunting responsibility of managing two jobs to provide for my mother’s medical expenses. As fate would have it, on my seventeenth birthday on May 22, I was forced to leave my home and found myself homeless. Despite these seemingly insurmountable challenges, I remained committed to my academic pursuits. As a first-generation college student, I have always placed great importance on my education. My interest in the field of biological sciences pre-med stems from a deeply rooted desire to become a pediatric dentist and provide essential support to foster and homeless teens, drawing from my own experiences. My vision for the future includes completing my residency as a pediatric dentist and establishing my dental practice clinic, where I plan to introduce the EmpowerDent youth program. This program aims to deliver comprehensive dental services and prioritize holistic wellness for underprivileged youth within the foster care and homeless community, ensuring proactive and personalized care through scheduled check-ups and x-rays for each teen. Inspired by the Educate Tomorrow team, I am committed to fundraising during my graduate studies to implement this program upon my graduation, with the ultimate goal of making a tangible difference in the lives of those in need. Looking ahead to the future, I envision myself completing my undergraduate journey at Florida State University the dream university I got accepted into, then heading to dental school, completing my pediatric dentist residency, and establishing my dental practice clinic, where the EmpowerDent youth program will be introduced. This program is designed to provide comprehensive dental services and prioritize holistic wellness for underprivileged youth within the foster care and homeless community, ensuring proactive and personalized care for each teen through scheduled check-ups and x-rays. My aspirations are driven by the profound impact of the Educate Tomorrow team, and I am determined to fundraise during my graduate studies to realize this program and create meaningful change in the lives of those in need. My resilience in overcoming obstacles and maintaining a 3.8 GPA reflects my unwavering commitment to excellence and my ability to thrive in adversity. My clear vision for the future, coupled with my determination to implement the EmpowerDent youth program upon completion of dental school, exemplifies my proactive approach to effecting positive change. My strong desire to provide support and opportunities for foster and homeless teens aligns with the values of this award, making me a compelling candidate for consideration. #Floridan State University Class of 2028