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Allison Puch Cahuich

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Hello! A bit about me is that I've discovered a passion for environmental studies and overall advocacy for change surrounding the climate crisis. Other passions of mine include engaging in media such as books, movies, and music. That being said, my life goals include furthering my education post-high school, having a career in something to do with the environment, and aiding in solving climate change. I believe to be a great candidate for your scholarship because every penny will be used to further the education that in the future, will help me better aid others around the world. As a child of immigrants, I enormously value education and know that it greatly shapes our world's future. I am always up for learning about a variety of different topics, as learning is an asset that we as people can use to better our world.

Education

Glencoe High School

High School
2020 - 2024

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

  • Majors of interest:

    • Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy
    • Public Policy Analysis
    • Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
  • Not planning to go to medical school

    • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Public Policy

    • Dream career goals:

      To work with the United States government in developing environmental and climate policy to progress with mitigating and adapting to the effects of climate change

    • Educate visitors about the zoo’s animals and conservation efforts surrounding wildlife through interactive activities, help develop and deliver programming for community organizations through close collaboration with other team members

      Oregon Metro
      2022 – Present2 years

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      Bee City USA — Representative for the City of Hillsboro
      2021 – 2021

    • Public Service (Politics)

      National League of Cities — Delegate for the Hillsboro Youth Advisory Council tasked with fostering connections with youth from across the country and participating in discussions regarding the state of the country's cities and towns
      2023 – 2023

    • Public Service (Politics)

      City of Hillsboro - Environmental Stewardship Committee — Represent the Hillsboro Youth Advisory Council as a youth advocate, provide input for environmental measures and indicators using high levels of unconventional thinking
      2020 – Present

    • Public Service (Politics)

      City of Hillsboro Youth Advisory Council — Help promote an understanding between local youth and government, serve and improve the Hillsboro community, serve on the Climate Resilience and Sustainability subcommittee, document meeting minutes and record attendance as secretary
      2020 – Present

    • Volunteering

      Oregon Food Bank — Count inventory, package boxes of food, distributed boxes to low-income families of the community
      2021 – Present

    • Advocacy

      Senator Janeen Sollman — Delegate for the Hillsboro Youth Advisory Council
      2021 – 2021

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Politics

    Volunteering

    #Back2SchoolBold Scholarship
    My #Back2SchoolBold moment was inspired by my encouragement for others to take action against climate change. I want to convey that yes, the situation we're in may seem scary at times, but we have the ability to change the trajectory we're on by using our voices so those in power enact policies to help curve dire climatic consequences. My attached Pinterest board displays beautiful pieces of artwork, photography, and information related to environmentalism and climate change that I find compelling. I hope that it exposes anyone who comes across it to the urgency of the climate crisis but also helps them realize that there are actions they can take to help in the fight against our climate emergency. As more individuals decide to join this urgent cause, the spark of hope shines brighter and greater action will take place. Those in power will not be able to ignore billions urging them to change. So, this school year I urge youth to take action in any way they can, whether it be organizing protests, signing petitions, attending webinars, contacting elected officials, joining their school's environmental club (maybe even starting one), etc., so we can work together to curve the climate crisis.