My name is Allie Watson, and I am from a small town named Verdigris in Oklahoma. Currently, I am taking concurrent classes at Rogers State University allowing me to already have twelve college credit hours prior to graduation. I attend Verdigris Highschool where I am a part of the National Honors Society, Student Government, and Varsity Soccer team. I have been the Vice President of our class for four years and am maintaining a 3.7 GPA. I am very excited to tell the world I am cheering at The University of Tulsa in the fall. Cheer is something that has always been a part of my life and I am beyond blessed to be given the opportunity to do what I love in college. Growing up I didn’t know what I wanted to be. I was always going back and forth between different interests and never really was able to answer the simple but also difficult question. “What do you want to be when you grow up?” The idea of me being a nurse didn't come to me overnight; it was more of a gradual occurrence. For me It was my father's story that inspired me to o down this path. My dad grew up in a low-income household and dropped out of school at a young age. So, for the first eight years of my life, my father worked without his Diploma. We struggled financially even though it was hidden from me. It wasn't until he decided that he wanted more for us that brought him to get his GED and apply for college. Out of hundreds of applications, my dad was accepted into The University of Oklahoma along with eleven other applicants. Not only did he graduate from OU, but he graduated with his master's degree at the top of his class. Now, my dad is a nurse practitioner, and he always makes it a point that little things such as a smile can impact someone's life. Seeing how my father grew from nothing to something inspired me not only to become a nurse but to be better as a person. I have always had a passion to help people and that is why I plan to major in nursing. My goal is to help those who cannot help themselves, motivating me to lean towards pediatrics. Working towards this goal, I have already achieved my Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) and have been working at a nursing home for the past year. Seeing the smiles on my residents faces when I pop in their room to say hi, says it all. Helping them do tasks that were once easy for them such as brushing their hair, putting clothes on, bathing, and even walking has been very rewarding for me and has deepened my appreciation for life's simple necessities. Each day is full of learning how to impact lives, change stories, and create happiness. I will always remember my dad and how much he inspired me to pursue such an important career. I hope one day I can inspire others as much as he has. Thank you for considering me for the Beverly J. Patterson Scholarship. Realizing my graduation from high school is approaching soon, May 2025, I now look forward to my next chapter in life. I believe I will have many opportunities to represent the university, my family and my community. I will use my platform to be a role model to share my culture with pride and inspire others to pursue their goal and embrace who they are. This scholarship will help make this possible.

My name is Allie Watson, and I am from a small town named Verdigris in Oklahoma. Currently, I am taking concurrent classes at Rogers State University allowing me to already have twelve college credit hours prior to graduation. I attend Verdigris Highschool where I am a part of the National Honors Society, Student Government, and Varsity Soccer team. I have been the Vice President of our class for four years and am maintaining a 3.7 GPA. I am very excited to tell the world I am cheering at The University of Tulsa in the fall. Cheer is something that has always been a part of my life and I am beyond blessed to be given the opportunity to do what I love in college. Growing up I didn’t know what I wanted to be. I was always going back and forth between different interests and never really was able to answer the simple but also difficult question. “What do you want to be when you grow up?” The idea of me being a nurse didn't come to me overnight; it was more of a gradual occurrence. For me It was my father's story that inspired me to o down this path. My dad grew up in a low-income household and dropped out of school at a young age. So, for the first eight years of my life, my father worked without his Diploma. We struggled financially even though it was hidden from me. It wasn't until he decided that he wanted more for us that brought him to get his GED and apply for college. Out of hundreds of applications, my dad was accepted into The University of Oklahoma along with eleven other applicants. Not only did he graduate from OU, but he graduated with his master's degree at the top of his class. Now, my dad is a nurse practitioner, and he always makes it a point that little things such as a smile can impact someone's life. Seeing how my father grew from nothing to something inspired me not only to become a nurse but to be better as a person. I have always had a passion to help people and that is why I plan to major in nursing. My goal is to help those who cannot help themselves, motivating me to lean towards pediatrics. Working towards this goal, I have already achieved my Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) and have been working at a nursing home for the past year. Seeing the smiles on my residents faces when I pop in their room to say hi, says it all. Helping them do tasks that were once easy for them such as brushing their hair, putting clothes on, bathing, and even walking has been very rewarding for me and has deepened my appreciation for life's simple necessities. Each day is full of learning how to impact lives, change stories, and create happiness. I will always remember my dad and how much he inspired me to pursue such an important career. I hope one day I can inspire others as much as he has. Thank you for considering me for the Joseph Joshua Searor Memorial Scholarship. Realizing my graduation from high school is approaching soon, May 2025, I now look forward to my next chapter in life. I believe I will have many opportunities to represent the university, my family and my community. I will use my platform to be a role model to share my culture with pride and inspire others to pursue their goal and embrace who they are. This scholarship will help make this possible.

My name is Allie Watson, and I am from a small town named Verdigris in Oklahoma. Currently, I am taking concurrent classes at Rogers State University allowing me to already have twelve college credit hours prior to graduation. I attend Verdigris Highschool where I am a part of the National Honors Society, Student Government, and Varsity Soccer team. I have been the Vice President of our class for four years and am maintaining a 3.7 GPA. I am very excited to tell the world I am cheering at The University of Tulsa in the fall. Cheer is something that has always been a part of my life and I am beyond blessed to be given the opportunity to do what I love in college. I have always had a passion to help people and that is why I plan to major in nursing. My goal is to help those who cannot help themselves, motivating me to lean towards pediatrics. I strive to be the person people can go to for help or advice, the person who can step up when no one else is there. I know that healthcare will positively change my life as well as others. Working towards this goal, I have already achieved my Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) and have been working at Emerald Care Center, a nursing home in Claremore, Oklahoma for the past year. Seeing the smiles on my residents faces when I pop in their room to say hi says it all. Helping them do tasks that were once easy for them such as brushing their hair, putting clothes on, bathing, and even walking has been very rewarding for me and has deepened my appreciation for life's simple necessities. Attending church with family and friends has deeply shaped my character. I go to a small church in Claremore, Oklahoma, where the people have continually encouraged me to grow as a leader—especially by stepping out of my comfort zone and praying for others during our trips. For the past three years, we have driven to Florida and have spent the week spreading the gospel. One of the ways we accomplish this is by helping the community by paying for their gas while also being able to pray for many of them and lead them to Christ. Through this experience, I have learned that you cannot always see the struggles others face and asking a simple "How can I pray for you?" can change a person's life. These moments have deepened my faith and inspired me to always treat people with compassion and kindness. In the years to come, I see myself working in the ICU gaining the experience I need to grow both as a person and professionally. Eventually, I hope to become a traveling nurse, using my skills to help people across the country—and maybe even the world. My goal as a nurse is to travel, gain life experiences and hopefully finish off working in pediatrics. Thank you for considering me for the Evan James Vaillancourt Memorial Scholarship. Realizing my graduation from high school is approaching soon, May 2025, I now look forward to my next chapter in life. I believe I will have many opportunities to represent the university, my family and my community. I will use my platform to be a role model to share my culture with pride and inspire others to pursue their goal and embrace who they are. This scholarship will help make this possible.

My name is Allie Watson, and I am from a small town named Verdigris in Oklahoma. Currently, I am taking concurrent classes at Rogers State University allowing me to already have twelve college credit hours prior to graduation. I attend Verdigris Highschool where I am a part of the National Honors Society, Student Government, and Varsity Soccer team. I have been the Vice President of our class for four years and am maintaining a 3.7 GPA. I am very excited to tell the world I am cheering at The University of Tulsa in the fall. Cheer is something that has always been a part of my life and I am beyond blessed to be given the opportunity to do what I love in college. I have always had a passion to help people and that is why I plan to major in nursing. My goal is to help those who cannot help themselves, motivating me to lean towards pediatrics. I strive to be the person people can go to for help or advice, the person who can step up when no one else is there. I know that healthcare will positively change my life as well as others. Working towards this goal, I have already achieved my Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) and have been working at Emerald Care Center, a nursing home in Claremore, Oklahoma for the past year. Seeing the smiles on my residents faces when I pop in their room to say hi says it all. Helping them do tasks that were once easy for them such as brushing their hair, putting clothes on, bathing, and even walking has been very rewarding for me and has deepened my appreciation for life's simple necessities. Attending church with family and friends has deeply shaped my character. I go to a small church in Claremore, Oklahoma, where the people have continually encouraged me to grow as a leader—especially by stepping out of my comfort zone and praying for others during our trips. For the past three years, we have driven to Florida and have spent the week spreading the gospel. One of the ways we accomplish this is by helping the community by paying for their gas while also being able to pray for many of them and lead them to Christ. Through this experience, I have learned that you cannot always see the struggles others face and asking a simple "How can I pray for you?" can change a person's life. These moments have deepened my faith and inspired me to always treat people with compassion and kindness. In the years to come, I see myself working in the ICU gaining the experience I need to grow both as a person and professionally. Eventually, I hope to become a traveling nurse, using my skills to help people across the country—and maybe even the world. My goal as a nurse is to travel, gain life experiences and hopefully finish off working in pediatrics. Thank you for considering me for the Sara Jane Memorial Scholarship. Realizing my graduation from high school is approaching soon, May 2025, I now look forward to my next chapter in life. I believe I will have many opportunities to represent the university, my family and my community. I will use my platform to be a role model to share my culture with pride and inspire others to pursue their goal and embrace who they are. This scholarship will help make this possible.

My name is Allie Watson, and I am from a small town named Verdigris in Oklahoma. Currently, I am taking concurrent classes at Rogers State University allowing me to already have twelve college credit hours prior to graduation. I attend Verdigris Highschool where I am a part of the National Honors Society, Student Government, and Varsity Soccer team. I have been the Vice President of our class for four years and am maintaining a 3.7 GPA. I am very excited to tell the world I am cheering at The University of Tulsa in the fall. Cheer is something that has always been a part of my life and I am beyond blessed to be given the opportunity to do what I love in college. I have always had a passion to help people and that is why I plan to major in nursing. My goal is to help those who cannot help themselves, motivating me to lean towards pediatrics. I strive to be the person people can go to for help or advice, the person who can step up when no one else is there. I know that healthcare will positively change my life as well as others. Working towards this goal, I have already achieved my Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) and have been working at Emerald Care Center, a nursing home in Claremore, Oklahoma for the past year. Seeing the smiles on my residents faces when I pop in their room to say hi says it all. Helping them do tasks that were once easy for them such as brushing their hair, putting clothes on, bathing, and even walking has been very rewarding for me and has deepened my appreciation for life's simple necessities. Attending church with family and friends has deeply shaped my character. I go to a small church in Claremore, Oklahoma, where the people have continually encouraged me to grow as a leader—especially by stepping out of my comfort zone and praying for others during our trips. For the past three years, we have driven to Florida and have spent the week spreading the gospel. One of the ways we accomplish this is by helping the community by paying for their gas while also being able to pray for many of them and lead them to Christ. Through this experience, I have learned that you cannot always see the struggles others face and asking a simple "How can I pray for you?" can change a person's life. These moments have deepened my faith and inspired me to always treat people with compassion and kindness. In the years to come, I see myself working in the ICU gaining the experience I need to grow both as a person and professionally. Eventually, I hope to become a traveling nurse, using my skills to help people across the country—and maybe even the world. I am looking forward to my first Mission Trip with my parents to the Dominican Republic which we are planning this Fall. My goal as a nurse is to travel, gain life experiences and hopefully finish off working in pediatrics. Thank you for considering me for the Community Health Ambassador Scholarship for Nursing Students. Realizing my graduation from high school is approaching soon, May 2025, I now look forward to my next chapter in life. I believe I will have many opportunities to represent the university, my family and my community. I will use my platform to be a role model to share my culture with pride and inspire others to pursue their goal and embrace who they are. This scholarship will help make this possible.

My name is Allie Watson, and I am from a small town named Verdigris in Oklahoma. Currently, I am taking concurrent classes at Rogers State University allowing me to already have twelve college credit hours prior to graduation. I attend Verdigris Highschool where I am a part of the National Honors Society, Student Government, and Varsity Soccer team. I have been the Vice President of our class for four years and am maintaining a 3.7 GPA. I am very excited to tell the world I am cheering at The University of Tulsa in the fall. Cheer is something that has always been a part of my life and I am beyond blessed to be given the opportunity to do what I love in college. I have always had a passion to help people and that is why I plan to major in nursing. My goal is to help those who cannot help themselves, motivating me to lean towards pediatrics. I strive to be the person people can go to for help or advice, the person who can step up when no one else is there. I know that healthcare will positively change my life as well as others. Working towards this goal, I have already achieved my Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) and have been working at a nursing home for the past year. Seeing the smiles on my residents faces when I pop in their room to say hi says it all. Helping them do tasks that were once easy for them such as brushing their hair, putting clothes on, bathing, and even walking has been very rewarding for me and has deepened my appreciation for life's simple necessities. Attending church with family and friends has deeply shaped my character. I go to a small church in Claremore, Oklahoma, where the people have continually encouraged me to grow as a leader—especially by stepping out of my comfort zone and praying for others during our trips. For the past three years, we have driven to Florida and have spent the week spreading the gospel. One of the ways we accomplish this is by helping the community by paying for their gas while also being able to pray for many of them and lead them to Christ. Through this experience, I have learned that you cannot always see the struggles others face and asking a simple "How can I pray for you?" can change a person's life. These moments have deepened my faith and inspired me to always treat people with compassion and kindness. In the years to come, I see myself working in the ICU gaining the experience I need to grow both as a person and professionally. Eventually, I hope to become a traveling nurse, using my skills to help people across the country—and maybe even the world. My goal as a nurse is to travel, gain life experiences and hopefully finish off working in pediatrics. Thank you for considering me for the Women in Stem Scholarship. Realizing my graduation from high school is approaching soon, May 2025, I now look forward to my next chapter in life. I believe I will have many opportunities to represent the university, my family and my community. I will use my platform to be a role model to share my culture with pride and inspire others to pursue their goal and embrace who they are. This scholarship will help make this possible.

My name is Allie Watson, and I am from a small town named Verdigris in Oklahoma. I attend Verdigris High School where I am involved in the National Honor Society, Student Government, and the Varsity Soccer team. I’ve served as Vice President of my class for four years and currently maintain a 3.7 GPA. I have always had a passion for helping others, which has guided me to pursue a career in healthcare, specifically in pediatrics. To begin this journey, I earned my Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) and have been working at a nursing home for the past year. Helping residents with daily tasks—brushing hair, dressing, bathing, walking—has not only deepened my appreciation for life’s simple necessities but also solidified my calling. Looking ahead, I plan to attend The University of Tulsa, where I’m thrilled to say I’ll also be cheering this fall. After college, I hope to work in the ICU to gain critical experience before becoming a traveling nurse. My ultimate goal is to work in pediatrics, using my skills to care for children and bring comfort to families—both across the country and around the world. Thank you for considering me for the KC Medbridge Scholarship. With graduation approaching in May 2025, I am committed to representing my university, family, and community with pride. I will use my platform to share my culture, inspire others to pursue their goals, and embrace who they are. This scholarship will help make that vision possible.

My name is Allie Watson, and I am from a small town named Verdigris in Oklahoma. Currently, I am taking concurrent classes at Rogers State University allowing me to already have twelve college credit hours prior to graduation. I attend Verdigris Highschool where I am a part of the National Honors Society, Student Government, and Varsity Soccer team. I have been the Vice President of our class for four years and am maintaining a 3.7 GPA. I am very excited to tell the world I am cheering at The University of Tulsa in the fall. Cheer is something that has always been a part of my life and I am beyond blessed to be given the opportunity to do what I love in college. I have always had a passion to help people and that is why I plan to major in nursing. My goal is to help those who cannot help themselves, motivating me to lean towards pediatrics. I strive to be the person people can go to for help or advice, the person who can step up when no one else is there. I know that healthcare will positively change my life as well as others. Working towards this goal, I have already achieved my Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) and have been working at Emerald Care Center, a nursing home in Claremore, Oklahoma for the past year. Seeing the smiles on my residents faces when I pop in their room to say hi says it all. Helping them do tasks that were once easy for them such as brushing their hair, putting clothes on, bathing, and even walking has been very rewarding for me and has deepened my appreciation for life's simple necessities. Attending church with family and friends has deeply shaped my character. For the past three years, we have driven to Florida and have spent the week spreading the gospel. One of the ways we accomplish this is by helping the community by paying for their gas while also being able to pray for many of them and lead them to Christ. Through this experience, I have learned that you cannot always see the struggles others face and asking a simple "How can I pray for you?" can change a person's life. These moments have deepened my faith and inspired me to always treat people with compassion and kindness. I believe God put me through these experiences to remind me of the joy of serving others. In the years to come, I see myself working in the ICU gaining the experience I need to grow both as a person and professionally. Eventually, I hope to become a traveling nurse, using my skills to help people across the country—and maybe even the world. My goal as a nurse is to travel, gain life experiences and hopefully finish off working in pediatrics. Thank you for considering me for the Philippe Forton Scholarship. Realizing my graduation from high school is approaching soon, May 2025, I now look forward to my next chapter in life. I believe I will have many opportunities to represent the university, my family and my community. I will use my platform to be a role model to share my culture with pride and inspire others to pursue their goal and embrace who they are. This scholarship will help make this possible.

My name is Allie Watson, and I am from a small town named Verdigris in Oklahoma. I attend Verdigris High School where I am involved in the National Honor Society, Student Government, and the Varsity Soccer team. I’ve served as Vice President of my class for four years and currently maintain a 3.7 GPA. I’m also taking concurrent classes at Rogers State University and will graduate high school with twelve college credit hours already completed. Growing up, I didn’t know exactly what I wanted to be. I bounced between interests and often struggled to answer the question: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” The idea of becoming a nurse didn’t come overnight—it was a gradual realization deeply influenced by my father’s story. My dad grew up in a low-income household and dropped out of school at a young age. For the first eight years of my life, he worked without a diploma. We quietly struggled financially, though I didn’t fully understand it at the time. Eventually, my dad decided he wanted more for our family. He earned his GED, applied to college, and was accepted into The University of Oklahoma—one of just twelve selected applicants. He didn’t just graduate; he earned his master’s degree and became a nurse practitioner, finishing at the top of his class. His journey showed me the power of resilience and how even small acts—like a smile—can transform someone’s day. Seeing my father’s transformation inspired me to become a nurse. I want to be the person people turn to when they’re at their most vulnerable. I have always had a passion for helping others, which has guided me to pursue a career in healthcare, specifically in pediatrics. To begin this journey, I earned my Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) and have been working at Emerald Care Center, a nursing home in Claremore, Oklahoma, for the past year. Helping residents with daily tasks—brushing hair, dressing, bathing, walking—has not only deepened my appreciation for life’s simple necessities but also solidified my calling. Coming from a Native American family, my mother being Cherokee and my father as Choctaw, we believe that Native Americans deserve not just health care but the best health care which is why I intend on earning my BSN and going to work for an Indian Health Service facility. This is the plan because, during a time of financial hardship, my parents turned to the resources available through Indian Health Services—and it was in one of those hospitals that I was born. Now, I intend to dedicate myself to the very community that was there for my family in the beginning. Looking ahead, I plan to attend The University of Tulsa, where I’m thrilled to say I’ll also be cheering this fall. Cheer has always been a big part of my life, and I feel incredibly blessed to continue doing what I love at the collegiate level. After college, I hope to work in the ICU to gain critical experience before becoming a traveling nurse. My ultimate goal is to work in pediatrics, using my skills to care for children and bring comfort to families—both across the country and around the world. Thank you for considering me for the Jeune-Mondestin Scholarship. With graduation approaching in May 2025, I look forward to beginning this next chapter of my life. I am committed to representing my university, family, and community with pride. I will use my platform to share my culture, inspire others to pursue their goals, and embrace who they are. This scholarship will help make that vision possible.

My name is Allie Watson, and I am from a small town named Verdigris in Oklahoma. I attend Verdigris High School where I am involved in the National Honor Society, Student Government, and the Varsity Soccer team. I’ve served as Vice President of my class for four years and currently maintain a 3.7 GPA. I’m also taking concurrent classes at Rogers State University and will graduate high school with twelve college credit hours already completed. Growing up, I didn’t know exactly what I wanted to be. I bounced between interests and often struggled to answer the question: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” The idea of becoming a nurse didn’t come overnight—it was a gradual realization deeply influenced by my father’s story. My dad grew up in a low-income household and dropped out of school at a young age. For the first eight years of my life, he worked without a diploma. We quietly struggled financially, though I didn’t fully understand it at the time. Eventually, my dad decided he wanted more for our family. He earned his GED, applied to college, and was accepted into The University of Oklahoma—one of just twelve selected applicants. He didn’t just graduate; he earned his master’s degree and became a nurse practitioner, finishing at the top of his class. His journey showed me the power of resilience and how even small acts—like a smile—can transform someone’s day. Seeing my father’s transformation inspired me to become a nurse. I want to be the person people turn to when they’re at their most vulnerable. I have always had a passion for helping others, which has guided me to pursue a career in healthcare, specifically in pediatrics. To begin this journey, I earned my Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) and have been working at Emerald Care Center, a nursing home in Claremore, Oklahoma, for the past year. Helping residents with daily tasks—brushing hair, dressing, bathing, walking—has not only deepened my appreciation for life’s simple necessities but also solidified my calling. Coming from a Native American family, my mother being Cherokee and my father as Choctaw, we believe that Native Americans deserve not just health care but the best health care which is why I intend on earning my BSN and going to work for an Indian Health Service facility. This is the plan because, during a time of financial hardship, my parents turned to the resources available through Indian Health Services—and it was in one of those hospitals that I was born. Now, I intend to dedicate myself to the very community that was there for my family in the beginning. Looking ahead, I plan to attend The University of Tulsa, where I’m thrilled to say I’ll also be cheering this fall. Cheer has always been a big part of my life, and I feel incredibly blessed to continue doing what I love at the collegiate level. After college, I hope to work in the ICU to gain critical experience before becoming a traveling nurse. My ultimate goal is to work in pediatrics, using my skills to care for children and bring comfort to families—both across the country and around the world. Thank you for considering me for the Pangeta & Ivory Nursing Scholarship. With graduation approaching in May 2025, I look forward to beginning this next chapter of my life. I am committed to representing my university, family, and community with pride. I will use my platform to share my culture, inspire others to pursue their goals, and embrace who they are. This scholarship will help make that vision possible.

My name is Allie Watson, and I am from a small town named Verdigris in Oklahoma. I attend Verdigris High School where I am involved in the National Honor Society, Student Government, and the Varsity Soccer team. I’ve served as Vice President of my class for four years and currently maintain a 3.7 GPA. I’m also taking concurrent classes at Rogers State University and will graduate high school with twelve college credit hours already completed. Growing up, I didn’t know exactly what I wanted to be. I bounced between interests and often struggled to answer the question: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” The idea of becoming a nurse didn’t come overnight—it was a gradual realization deeply influenced by my father’s story. My dad grew up in a low-income household and dropped out of school at a young age. For the first eight years of my life, he worked without a diploma. We quietly struggled financially, though I didn’t fully understand it at the time. Eventually, my dad decided he wanted more for our family. He earned his GED, applied to college, and was accepted into The University of Oklahoma—one of just twelve selected applicants. He didn’t just graduate; he earned his master’s degree and became a nurse practitioner, finishing at the top of his class. His journey showed me the power of resilience and how even small acts—like a smile—can transform someone’s day. Seeing my father’s transformation inspired me to become a nurse. I want to be the person people turn to when they’re at their most vulnerable. I have always had a passion for helping others, which has guided me to pursue a career in healthcare, specifically in pediatrics. To begin this journey, I earned my Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) and have been working at Emerald Care Center, a nursing home in Claremore, Oklahoma, for the past year. Helping residents with daily tasks—brushing hair, dressing, bathing, walking—has not only deepened my appreciation for life’s simple necessities but also solidified my calling. Coming from a Native American family, my mother being Cherokee and my father as Choctaw, we believe that Native Americans deserve not just health care but the best health care which is why I intend on earning my BSN and going to work for an Indian Health Service facility. This is the plan because, during a time of financial hardship, my parents turned to the resources available through Indian Health Services—and it was in one of those hospitals that I was born. Now, I intend to dedicate myself to the very community that was there for my family in the beginning. Looking ahead, I plan to attend The University of Tulsa, where I’m thrilled to say I’ll also be cheering this fall. Cheer has always been a big part of my life, and I feel incredibly blessed to continue doing what I love at the collegiate level. After college, I hope to work in the ICU to gain critical experience before becoming a traveling nurse. My ultimate goal is to work in pediatrics, using my skills to care for children and bring comfort to families—both across the country and around the world. Thank you for considering me for the Kellie O. Memorial Scholarship. With graduation approaching in May 2025, I look forward to beginning this next chapter of my life. I am committed to representing my university, family, and community with pride. I will use my platform to share my culture, inspire others to pursue their goals, and embrace who they are. This scholarship will help make that vision possible.

My name is Allie Watson, and I am from a small town named Verdigris in Oklahoma. I attend Verdigris High School where I am involved in the National Honor Society, Student Government, and the Varsity Soccer team. I’ve served as Vice President of my class for four years and currently maintain a 3.7 GPA. I’m also taking concurrent classes at Rogers State University and will graduate high school with twelve college credit hours already completed. Growing up, I didn’t know exactly what I wanted to be. I bounced between interests and often struggled to answer the question: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” The idea of becoming a nurse didn’t come overnight—it was a gradual realization deeply influenced by my father’s story. My dad grew up in a low-income household and dropped out of school at a young age. For the first eight years of my life, he worked without a diploma. We quietly struggled financially, though I didn’t fully understand it at the time. Eventually, my dad decided he wanted more for our family. He earned his GED, applied to college, and was accepted into The University of Oklahoma—one of just twelve selected applicants. He didn’t just graduate; he earned his master’s degree and became a nurse practitioner, finishing at the top of his class. His journey showed me the power of resilience and how even small acts—like a smile—can transform someone’s day. Seeing my father’s transformation inspired me to become a nurse. I want to be the person people turn to when they’re at their most vulnerable. I have always had a passion for helping others, which has guided me to pursue a career in healthcare, specifically in pediatrics. To begin this journey, I earned my Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) and have been working at Emerald Care Center, a nursing home in Claremore, Oklahoma, for the past year. Helping residents with daily tasks—brushing hair, dressing, bathing, walking—has not only deepened my appreciation for life’s simple necessities but also solidified my calling. Coming from a Native American family, my mother being Cherokee and my father as Choctaw, we believe that Native Americans deserve not just health care but the best health care which is why I intend on earning my BSN and going to work for an Indian Health Service facility. This is the plan because, during a time of financial hardship, my parents turned to the resources available through Indian Health Services—and it was in one of those hospitals that I was born. Now, I intend to dedicate myself to the very community that was there for my family in the beginning. Looking ahead, I plan to attend The University of Tulsa, where I’m thrilled to say I’ll also be cheering this fall. Cheer has always been a big part of my life, and I feel incredibly blessed to continue doing what I love at the collegiate level. After college, I hope to work in the ICU to gain critical experience before becoming a traveling nurse. My ultimate goal is to work in pediatrics, using my skills to care for children and bring comfort to families—both across the country and around the world. Thank you for considering me for the Deborah Stevens Scholarship. With graduation approaching in May 2025, I look forward to beginning this next chapter of my life. I am committed to representing my university, family, and community with pride. I will use my platform to share my culture, inspire others to pursue their goals, and embrace who they are. This scholarship will help make that vision possible.

My name is Allie Watson, and I am from a small town named Verdigris in Oklahoma. I attend Verdigris High School where I am involved in the National Honor Society, Student Government, and the Varsity Soccer team. I’ve served as Vice President of my class for four years and currently maintain a 3.7 GPA. I’m also taking concurrent classes at Rogers State University and will graduate with twelve college credit hours already completed. Growing up, I didn’t know exactly what I wanted to be. I bounced between interests and often struggled to answer the question: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” The idea of becoming a nurse didn’t come overnight—it was a gradual realization deeply influenced by my father’s story. My dad grew up in a low-income household and dropped out of school at a young age. For the first eight years of my life, he worked without a diploma. We quietly struggled financially, though I didn’t fully understand it at the time. Eventually, my dad decided he wanted more for our family. He earned his GED, applied to college, and was accepted into The University of Oklahoma—one of just twelve selected applicants. He didn’t just graduate; he earned his master’s degree and became a nurse practitioner, finishing at the top of his class. His journey showed me the power of resilience and how even small acts—like a smile—can transform someone’s day. Seeing my father’s transformation inspired me to become a nurse. I want to be the person people turn to when they’re at their most vulnerable. I have always had a passion for helping others, which has guided me to pursue a career in healthcare, specifically in pediatrics. To begin this journey, I earned my Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) and have been working at Emerald Care Center, a nursing home in Claremore, Oklahoma, for the past year. Helping residents with daily tasks—brushing hair, dressing, bathing, walking—has not only deepened my appreciation for life’s simple necessities but also solidified my calling. Coming from a Native American family, my mother being Cherokee and my father as Choctaw, we believe that Native Americans deserve not just health care but the best health care which is why I intend on earning my BSN and going to work for an Indian Health Service facility. This is the plan because, during a time of financial hardship, my parents turned to the resources available through Indian Health Services—and it was in one of those hospitals that I was born. Now, I intend to dedicate myself to the very community that was there for my family in the beginning. Looking ahead, I plan to attend The University of Tulsa, where I’m thrilled to say I’ll also be cheering this fall. Cheer has always been a big part of my life, and I feel incredibly blessed to continue doing what I love at the collegiate level. After college, I hope to work in the ICU to gain critical experience before becoming a traveling nurse. My ultimate goal is to work in pediatrics, using my skills to care for children and bring comfort to families—both across the country and around the world. Thank you for considering me for the Women in Nursing Scholarship. With graduation approaching in May 2025, I look forward to beginning this next chapter of my life. I am committed to representing my university, family, and community with pride. I will use my platform to share my culture, inspire others to pursue their goals, and embrace who they are. This scholarship will help make that vision possible.

My name is Allie Watson, and I am from a small town named Verdigris in Oklahoma. I attend Verdigris High School where I am involved in the National Honor Society, Student Government, and the Varsity Soccer team. I’ve served as Vice President of my class for four years and currently maintain a 3.7 GPA. I’m also taking concurrent classes at Rogers State University and will graduate with twelve college credit hours already completed. Growing up, I didn’t know exactly what I wanted to be. I bounced between interests and often struggled to answer the question: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” The idea of becoming a nurse didn’t come overnight—it was a gradual realization deeply influenced by my father’s story. My dad grew up in a low-income household and dropped out of school at a young age. For the first eight years of my life, he worked without a diploma. We quietly struggled financially, though I didn’t fully understand it at the time. Eventually, my dad decided he wanted more for our family. He earned his GED, applied to college, and was accepted into The University of Oklahoma—one of just twelve selected applicants. He didn’t just graduate; he earned his master’s degree and became a nurse practitioner, finishing at the top of his class. His journey showed me the power of resilience and how even small acts—like a smile—can transform someone’s day. Seeing my father’s transformation inspired me to become a nurse. I want to be the person people turn to when they’re at their most vulnerable. I have always had a passion for helping others, which has guided me to pursue a career in healthcare, specifically in pediatrics. To begin this journey, I earned my Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) and have been working at Emerald Care Center, a nursing home in Claremore, Oklahoma, for the past year. Helping residents with daily tasks—brushing hair, dressing, bathing, walking—has not only deepened my appreciation for life’s simple necessities but also solidified my calling. Coming from a Native American family, my mother being Cherokee and my father as Choctaw, we believe that Native Americans deserve not just health care but the best health care which is why I intend on earning my BSN and going to work for an Indian Health Service facility. This is the plan because, during a time of financial hardship, my parents turned to the resources available through Indian Health Services—and it was in one of those hospitals that I was born. Now, I intend to dedicate myself to the very community that was there for my family in the beginning. Looking ahead, I plan to attend The University of Tulsa, where I’m thrilled to say I’ll also be cheering this fall. Cheer has always been a big part of my life, and I feel incredibly blessed to continue doing what I love at the collegiate level. After college, I hope to work in the ICU to gain critical experience before becoming a traveling nurse. My ultimate goal is to work in pediatrics, using my skills to care for children and bring comfort to families—both across the country and around the world. Thank you for considering me for the Little Miami Brewing Company Scholarship. With graduation approaching in May 2025, I look forward to beginning this next chapter of my life. I am committed to representing my university, family, and community with pride. I will use my platform to share my culture, inspire others to pursue their goals, and embrace who they are. This scholarship will help make that vision possible.

My name is Allie Watson, and I am from a small town named Verdigris in Oklahoma. I attend Verdigris High School where I am involved in the National Honor Society, Student Government, and the Varsity Soccer team. I’ve served as Vice President of my class for four years and currently maintain a 3.7 GPA. I’m also taking concurrent classes at Rogers State University and will graduate with twelve college credit hours already completed. Growing up, I didn’t know exactly what I wanted to be. I bounced between interests and often struggled to answer the question: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” The idea of becoming a nurse didn’t come overnight—it was a gradual realization deeply influenced by my father’s story. My dad grew up in a low-income household and dropped out of school at a young age. For the first eight years of my life, he worked without a diploma. We quietly struggled financially, though I didn’t fully understand it at the time. Eventually, my dad decided he wanted more for our family. He earned his GED, applied to college, and was accepted into The University of Oklahoma—one of just twelve selected applicants. He didn’t just graduate; he earned his master’s degree and became a nurse practitioner, finishing at the top of his class. His journey showed me the power of resilience and how even small acts—like a smile—can transform someone’s day. Seeing my father’s transformation inspired me to become a nurse. I want to be the person people turn to when they’re at their most vulnerable. I have always had a passion for helping others, which has guided me to pursue a career in healthcare, specifically in pediatrics. To begin this journey, I earned my Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) and have been working at Emerald Care Center, a nursing home in Claremore, Oklahoma, for the past year. Helping residents with daily tasks—brushing hair, dressing, bathing, walking—has not only deepened my appreciation for life’s simple necessities but also solidified my calling. Coming from a Native American family, my mother being Cherokee and my father as Choctaw, we believe that Native Americans deserve not just health care but the best health care which is why I intend on earning my BSN and going to work for an Indian Health Service facility. This is the plan because, during a time of financial hardship, my parents turned to the resources available through Indian Health Services—and it was in one of those hospitals that I was born. Now, I intend to dedicate myself to the very community that was there for my family in the beginning. Looking ahead, I plan to attend The University of Tulsa, where I’m thrilled to say I’ll also be cheering this fall. Cheer has always been a big part of my life, and I feel incredibly blessed to continue doing what I love at the collegiate level. After college, I hope to work in the ICU to gain critical experience before becoming a traveling nurse. My ultimate goal is to work in pediatrics, using my skills to care for children and bring comfort to families—both across the country and around the world. Thank you for considering me for the Native Heritage Scholarship. With graduation approaching in May 2025, I look forward to beginning this next chapter of my life. I am committed to representing my university, family, and community with pride. I will use my platform to share my culture, inspire others to pursue their goals and embrace who they are. This scholarship will help make that vision possible.