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Aniyah McDonald

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Hello! My name is Aniyah McDonald and I am an upcoming college freshman student to Mount Mary Univeristy in Wisconsin! My current major and dream study is Occupational Therapy and I will be a first generation college student. My hobbies consist of gaming, art, and writing! College can be a hassle, so there is more useful than having a few scholarships on hand to help ease the way!

Education

Mount Mary University

Bachelor's degree program
2023 - 2023
  • Majors:
    • Psychology, Other
  • GPA:
    3.2

Milwaukee Excellence Charter School

High School
2019 - 2023
  • GPA:
    3.9

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Master's degree program

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Psychology, Other
    • Psychology, General
    • Physical Sciences, Other
    • Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Test scores:

    • 22
      ACT

    Career

    • Dream career field:

      Mental Health Care

    • Dream career goals:

      Occupational Therapy

    • Grill Cook / Student Worker

      American Dining Creations
      2023 – Present1 year
    • Insider/CSR

      Domino's
      2023 – Present1 year
    • As a SOAR leader, my role is to support incoming students and their families by providing information, guide them through our campus. I assist with orientation events and the adjustment of new students apart of our community.

      SOAR Leader / Student Engagement
      2024 – 2024

    Sports

    Volleyball

    Club
    2021 – Present3 years

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      Student Engagement — Volunteer
      2023 – Present

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Politics

    Volunteering

    Philanthropy

    Priscilla Shireen Luke Scholarship
    I grew up in a household of strong Black women who believe having an education is the successor in life. Despite not having completed college themselves, my family instilled in me the importance of education and how powerful of a tool it can be. They saw that at a very young age, I would go far in life and break this generation's burden of not finishing school. The cycles of poverty have disadvantaged Black communities across the nation, but our community does not let obstacles such as that keep us from finding a way to balance the cost of living. These setbacks have only built my character and shown me that sacrifices are necessary for me to have an educational journey and a better quality of life in the long run. With this scholarship money, I will be taking accountability for myself but also honoring the sacrifices and hard work of my family. I will be able to focus on my studies without worrying my entire family that I will not be the generation to reach new heights. A scholarship, for me, represents more than financial support. It is a testament to myself that I will continue to be great, get my Pre-Occupational Therapy degree, and finish what I came here to do. I chose my degree because of my love and passion for helping people and I can assure you that with a scholarship like this, I will continue to be an active member of the community. My long-term goal in life is to assist disabled people in low-income communities through my own clinic. I have witnessed firsthand the effects that uplifting people of impoverished, disabled, and minority backgrounds can have on community building and the quality of life. I have seen this in my own home through my youngest brother with autism. I grew up watching his occupational therapist assist him. His experience has inspired me to become a catalyst for change by providing support and resources for those overlooked. The mission of occupational therapy fully encapsulates what I seek in my career and daily life. I want to be able to help people participate in the daily activities that they want to participate in rather than what society seeks for them. By earning this scholarship, I will foster a supportive and inclusive environment while empowering individuals to achieve their potential. This is more than financial assistance. It is even more critical for me to recognize the hurdles my community has to jump through to get the resources they need as a person of color. This is an opportunity that will lead me to continue to enhance my ability to develop innovative and effective therapeutic programs and provide the resources to engage in advocacy initiatives. I am working towards creating a network of support that extends beyond my future clinic. I am committed to becoming a compassionate and dedicated occupational therapist by transforming lives today and strengthening communities with my clinic in the future.
    Henry Bynum, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
    I grew up in a household of strong women who believe having an education is the successor in life. Despite not having completed college themselves, my family instilled in me the importance of education and how powerful of a tool it can be. They saw that at a very young age, I would go far in life and break this generation's burden of not finishing school. The cycles of poverty have disadvantaged Black communities across the nation, but our community does not let obstacles such as that keep us from finding a way to balance the cost of living. These setbacks have only built my character and shown me that sacrifices are necessary for me to have an educational journey and a better quality of life in the long run. With this scholarship money, I will be taking accountability for myself but also honoring the sacrifices and hard work of my family. I will be able to focus on my studies without worrying my entire family that I will not be the generation to reach new heights. A scholarship, for me, represents more than financial support. It is a testament to myself that I will continue to be great, get my Pre-Occupational Therapy degree, and finish what I came here to do. I chose my degree because of my love and passion for helping people and I can assure you that with a scholarship like this, I will continue to be an active member of the community. My long-term goal in life is to assist disabled people in low-income communities through my own clinic. I have witnessed firsthand the effects that uplifting people of impoverished, disabled, and minority backgrounds can have on community building and the quality of life. I have seen this in my own home through my youngest brother with autism. I grew up watching his occupational therapist assist him. His experience has inspired me to become a catalyst for change by providing support and resources for those overlooked. The mission of occupational therapy fully encapsulates what I seek in my career and daily life. I want to be able to help people participate in the daily activities that they want to participate in rather than what society seeks for them. By earning this scholarship, I will foster a supportive and inclusive environment while empowering individuals to achieve their potential. This is more than financial assistance. It is even more critical for me to recognize the hurdles my community has to jump through to get the resources they need as a person of color. This is an opportunity that will lead me to continue to enhance my ability to develop innovative and effective therapeutic programs and provide the resources to engage in advocacy initiatives. I am working towards creating a network of support that extends beyond my future clinic. I am committed to becoming a compassionate and dedicated occupational therapist by transforming lives today and strengthening communities with my clinic in the future.
    Marie Jean Baptiste Memorial Scholarship
    I grew up in a household of strong Black women who believe having an education is the successor in life. Despite not having completed college themselves, my family instilled in me the importance of education and how powerful of a tool it can be. They saw that at a very young age, I would go far in life and break this generation's burden of not finishing school. The cycles of poverty have disadvantaged Black communities across the nation, but our community does not let obstacles such as that keep us from finding a way to balance the cost of living. These setbacks have only built my character and shown me that sacrifices are necessary for me to have an educational journey and a better quality of life in the long run. With this scholarship money, I will be taking accountability for myself but also honoring the sacrifices and hard work of my family. I will be able to focus on my studies without worrying my entire family that I will not be the generation to reach new heights. A scholarship, for me, represents more than financial support. It is a testament to myself that I will continue to be great, get my Pre-Occupational Therapy degree, and finish what I came here to do. I chose my degree because of my love and passion for helping people and I can assure you that with a scholarship like this, I will continue to be an active member of the community. My long-term goal in life is to assist disabled people in low-income communities through my own clinic. I have witnessed firsthand the effects that uplifting people of impoverished, disabled, and minority backgrounds can have on community building and the quality of life. I have seen this in my own home through my youngest brother with autism. I grew up watching his occupational therapist assist him. His experience has inspired me to become a catalyst for change by providing support and resources for those overlooked. The mission of occupational therapy fully encapsulates what I seek in my career and daily life. I want to be able to help people participate in the daily activities that they want to participate in rather than what society seeks for them. By earning this scholarship, I will foster a supportive and inclusive environment while empowering individuals to achieve their potential. This is more than financial assistance. It is even more critical for me to recognize the hurdles my community has to jump through to get the resources they need as a person of color. This is an opportunity that will lead me to continue to enhance my ability to develop innovative and effective therapeutic programs and provide the resources to engage in advocacy initiatives. I am working towards creating a network of support that extends beyond my future clinic. I am committed to becoming a compassionate and dedicated occupational therapist by transforming lives today and strengthening communities with my clinic in the future.
    Sewing Seeds: Lena B. Davis Memorial Scholarship
    I grew up in a household of strong Black women who believe having an education is the successor in life. Despite not having completed college themselves, my family instilled in me the importance of education and how powerful of a tool it can be. They saw that at a very young age, I would go far in life and break this generation's burden of not finishing school. The cycles of poverty have disadvantaged Black communities across the nation, but our community does not let obstacles such as that keep us from finding a way to balance the cost of living. These setbacks have only built my character and shown me that sacrifices are necessary for me to have an educational journey and a better quality of life in the long run. With this scholarship money, I will be taking accountability for myself but also honoring the sacrifices and hard work of my family. I will be able to focus on my studies without worrying my entire family that I will not be the generation to reach new heights. A scholarship, for me, represents more than financial support. It is a testament to myself that I will continue to be great, get my Pre-Occupational Therapy degree, and finish what I came here to do. I chose my degree because of my love and passion for helping people and I can assure you that with a scholarship like this, I will continue to be an active member of the community. My long-term goal in life is to assist disabled people in low-income communities through my own clinic. I have witnessed firsthand the effects that uplifting people of impoverished, disabled, and minority backgrounds can have on community building and the quality of life. I have seen this in my own home through my youngest brother with autism. I grew up watching his occupational therapist assist him. His experience has inspired me to become a catalyst for change by providing support and resources for those overlooked. The mission of occupational therapy fully encapsulates what I seek in my career and daily life. I want to be able to help people participate in the daily activities that they want to participate in rather than what society seeks for them. By earning this scholarship, I will foster a supportive and inclusive environment while empowering individuals to achieve their potential. This is more than financial assistance. It is even more critical for me to recognize the hurdles my community has to jump through to get the resources they need as a person of color. This is an opportunity that will lead me to continue to enhance my ability to develop innovative and effective therapeutic programs and provide the resources to engage in advocacy initiatives. I am working towards creating a network of support that extends beyond my future clinic. I am committed to becoming a compassionate and dedicated occupational therapist by transforming lives today and strengthening communities with my clinic in the future.
    Patty Timmons Women's Healthcare Scholarship
    I grew up in a household of strong Black women who believe having an education is the successor in life. Despite not having completed college themselves, my family instilled in me the importance of education and how powerful of a tool it can be. They saw that at a very young age, I would go far in life and break this generation's burden of not finishing school. The cycles of poverty have disadvantaged Black communities across the nation, but our community does not let obstacles such as that keep us from finding a way to balance the cost of living. These setbacks have only built my character and shown me that sacrifices are necessary for me to have an educational journey and a better quality of life in the long run. With this scholarship money, I will be taking accountability for myself but also honoring the sacrifices and hard work of my family. I will be able to focus on my studies without worrying my entire family that I will not be the generation to reach new heights. A scholarship, for me, represents more than financial support. It is a testament to myself that I will continue to be great, get my Pre-Occupational Therapy degree, and finish what I came here to do. I chose my degree because of my love and passion for helping people and I can assure you that with a scholarship like this, I will continue to be an active member of the community. My long-term goal in life is to assist disabled people in low-income communities through my own clinic. I have witnessed firsthand the effects that uplifting people of impoverished, disabled, and minority backgrounds can have on community building and the quality of life. I have seen this in my own home through my youngest brother with autism. I grew up watching his occupational therapist assist him. His experience has inspired me to become a catalyst for change by providing support and resources for those overlooked. The mission of occupational therapy fully encapsulates what I seek in my career and daily life. I want to be able to help people participate in the daily activities that they want to participate in rather than what society seeks for them. By earning this scholarship, I will foster a supportive and inclusive environment while empowering individuals to achieve their potential. This is more than financial assistance. It is even more critical for me to recognize the hurdles my community has to jump through to get the resources they need as a person of color. This is an opportunity that will lead me to continue to enhance my ability to develop innovative and effective therapeutic programs and provide the resources to engage in advocacy initiatives. I am working towards creating a network of support that extends beyond my future clinic. I am committed to becoming a compassionate and dedicated occupational therapist by transforming lives today and strengthening communities with my clinic in the future.
    VNutrition & Wellness’ Annual LGBTQ+ Vitality Scholarship
    I grew up in a household of strong Black women who believe having an education is the successor in life. Despite not having completed college themselves, my family instilled in me the importance of education and how powerful of a tool it can be. They saw that at a very young age, I would go far in life and break this generation's burden of not finishing school. The cycles of poverty have disadvantaged Black communities across the nation, but our community does not let obstacles such as that keep us from finding a way to balance the cost of living. These setbacks have only built my character and shown me that sacrifices are necessary for me to have an educational journey and a better quality of life in the long run. With this scholarship money, I will be taking accountability for myself but also honoring the sacrifices and hard work of my family. I will be able to focus on my studies without worrying my entire family that I will not be the generation to reach new heights. A scholarship, for me, represents more than financial support. It is a testament to myself that I will continue to be great, get my Pre-Occupational Therapy degree, and finish what I came here to do. I chose my degree because of my love and passion for helping people and I can assure you that with a scholarship like this, I will continue to be an active member of the community. My long-term goal in life is to assist disabled people in low-income communities through my own clinic. I have witnessed firsthand the effects that uplifting people of impoverished, disabled, and minority backgrounds can have on community building and the quality of life. I have seen this in my own home through my youngest brother with autism. I grew up watching his occupational therapist assist him. His experience has inspired me to become a catalyst for change by providing support and resources for those overlooked. The mission of occupational therapy fully encapsulates what I seek in my career and daily life. I want to be able to help people participate in the daily activities that they want to participate in rather than what society seeks for them. By earning this scholarship, I will foster a supportive and inclusive environment while empowering individuals to achieve their potential. This is more than financial assistance. It is even more critical for me to recognize the hurdles my community has to jump through to get the resources they need as a person of color. This is an opportunity that will lead me to continue to enhance my ability to develop innovative and effective therapeutic programs and provide the resources to engage in advocacy initiatives. I am working towards creating a network of support that extends beyond my future clinic. I am committed to becoming a compassionate and dedicated occupational therapist by transforming lives today and strengthening communities with my clinic in the future.
    Aaryn Railyn King Foundation Scholarship
    I grew up in a household of strong Black women who believe having an education is the successor in life. Despite not having completed college themselves, my family instilled in me the importance of education and how powerful of a tool it can be. They saw that at a very young age, I would go far in life and break this generation's burden of not finishing school. The cycles of poverty have disadvantaged Black communities across the nation, but our community does not let obstacles such as that keep us from finding a way to balance the cost of living. These setbacks have only built my character and shown me that sacrifices are necessary for me to have an educational journey and a better quality of life in the long run. With this scholarship money, I will be taking accountability for myself but also honoring the sacrifices and hard work of my family. I will be able to focus on my studies without worrying my entire family that I will not be the generation to reach new heights. A scholarship, for me, represents more than financial support. It is a testament to myself that I will continue to be great, get my Pre-Occupational Therapy degree, and finish what I came here to do. I chose my degree because of my love and passion for helping people and I can assure you that with a scholarship like this, I will continue to be an active member of the community. My long-term goal in life is to assist disabled people in low-income communities through my own clinic. I have witnessed firsthand the effects that uplifting people of impoverished, disabled, and minority backgrounds can have on community building and the quality of life. I have seen this in my own home through my youngest brother with autism. I grew up watching his occupational therapist assist him. His experience has inspired me to become a catalyst for change by providing support and resources for those overlooked. The mission of occupational therapy fully encapsulates what I seek in my career and daily life. I want to be able to help people participate in the daily activities that they want to participate in rather than what society seeks for them. By earning this scholarship, I will foster a supportive and inclusive environment while empowering individuals to achieve their potential. This is more than financial assistance. It is even more critical for me to recognize the hurdles my community has to jump through to get the resources they need as a person of color. This is an opportunity that will lead me to continue to enhance my ability to develop innovative and effective therapeutic programs and provide the resources to engage in advocacy initiatives. I am working towards creating a network of support that extends beyond my future clinic. I am committed to becoming a compassionate and dedicated occupational therapist by transforming lives today and strengthening communities with my clinic in the future.
    Adam Montes Pride Scholarship
    I grew up in a household of strong Black women who believe having an education is the successor in life. Despite not having completed college themselves, my family instilled in me the importance of education and how powerful of a tool it can be. They saw that at a very young age, I would go far in life and break this generation's burden of not finishing school. The cycles of poverty have disadvantaged Black communities across the nation, but our community does not let obstacles such as that keep us from finding a way to balance the cost of living. These setbacks have only built my character and shown me that sacrifices are necessary for me to have an educational journey and a better quality of life in the long run. With this scholarship money, I will be taking accountability for myself but also honoring the sacrifices and hard work of my family. I will be able to focus on my studies without worrying my entire family that I will not be the generation to reach new heights. A scholarship, for me, represents more than financial support. It is a testament to myself that I will continue to be great, get my Pre-Occupational Therapy degree, and finish what I came here to do. I chose my degree because of my love and passion for helping people and I can assure you that with a scholarship like this, I will continue to be an active member of the community. My long-term goal in life is to assist disabled people in low-income communities through my own clinic. I have witnessed firsthand the effects that uplifting people of impoverished, disabled, and minority backgrounds can have on community building and the quality of life. I have seen this in my own home through my youngest brother with autism. I grew up watching his occupational therapist assist him. His experience has inspired me to become a catalyst for change by providing support and resources for those overlooked. The mission of occupational therapy fully encapsulates what I seek in my career and daily life. I want to be able to help people participate in the daily activities that they want to participate in rather than what society seeks for them. By earning this scholarship, I will foster a supportive and inclusive environment while empowering individuals to achieve their potential. This is more than financial assistance. It is even more critical for me to recognize the hurdles my community has to jump through to get the resources they need as a person of color. This is an opportunity that will lead me to continue to enhance my ability to develop innovative and effective therapeutic programs and provide the resources to engage in advocacy initiatives. I am working towards creating a network of support that extends beyond my future clinic. I am committed to becoming a compassionate and dedicated occupational therapist by transforming lives today and strengthening communities with my clinic in the future.
    Rev. and Mrs. E B Dunbar Scholarship
    I grew up in a household of strong Black women who believe having an education is the successor in life. Despite not having completed college themselves, my family instilled in me the importance of education and how powerful of a tool it can be. They saw that at a very young age, I would go far in life and break this generation's burden of not finishing school. The cycles of poverty have disadvantaged Black communities across the nation, but our community does not let obstacles such as that keep us from finding a way to balance the cost of living. These setbacks have only built my character and shown me that sacrifices are necessary for me to have an educational journey and a better quality of life in the long run. With this scholarship money, I will be taking accountability for myself but also honoring the sacrifices and hard work of my family. I will be able to focus on my studies without worrying my entire family that I will not be the generation to reach new heights. A scholarship, for me, represents more than financial support. It is a testament to myself that I will continue to be great, get my Pre-Occupational Therapy degree, and finish what I came here to do. I chose my degree because of my love and passion for helping people and I can assure you that with a scholarship like this, I will continue to be an active member of the community. My long-term goal in life is to assist disabled people in low-income communities through my own clinic. I have witnessed firsthand the effects that uplifting people of impoverished, disabled, and minority backgrounds can have on community building and the quality of life. I have seen this in my own home through my youngest brother with autism. I grew up watching his occupational therapist assist him. His experience has inspired me to become a catalyst for change by providing support and resources for those overlooked. The mission of occupational therapy fully encapsulates what I seek in my career and daily life. I want to be able to help people participate in the daily activities that they want to participate in rather than what society seeks for them. By earning this scholarship, I will foster a supportive and inclusive environment while empowering individuals to achieve their potential. This is more than financial assistance. It is even more critical for me to recognize the hurdles my community has to jump through to get the resources they need as a person of color. This is an opportunity that will lead me to continue to enhance my ability to develop innovative and effective therapeutic programs and provide the resources to engage in advocacy initiatives. I am working towards creating a network of support that extends beyond my future clinic. I am committed to becoming a compassionate and dedicated occupational therapist by transforming lives today and strengthening communities with my clinic in the future.