As a first-generation immigrant from Ghana, I arrived in the U.S. with no knowledge of English. Through hard work and perseverance, I became proficient and am now a freshman at Seattle Pacific University. I am pursuing a double major in Psychology (Neuroscience and Cognitive Track) and Honors in Liberal Arts, with minors in Data Analytics and Political Science. My goal is to attend medical school and become a neurosurgeon. I am deeply involved in activism, both on and off-campus. I work at Solid Ground, assisting clients with housing, domestic violence, and financial assistance. I support initiatives to raise awareness about homelessness and advocate for affordable housing. As an Advocacy Senator in ASSP, I represent out-of-state students, advocating for policies on mental health resources, academic support, and sustainability. I also work with the Witness Foundation, helping translate scientific research into policy recommendations to address homelessness and foster social change. My experiences in leadership, activism, and advocacy have shaped my commitment to improving lives. This scholarship would help me continue pursuing my academic and career goals, with the ultimate aim of making a lasting impact as a neurosurgeon and community advocate.