My name is Anna and I'm an incoming freshman at the University of Missouri - Columbia! My number one aspiration is to pursue a field that combines both my interest in human psychology and my love of writing. I am greatly passionate about developing my own unique voice (both written and spoken) that is persuasive enough to advocate for others. I believe it's crucial for the youth of today to recognize history and our place in it, both the triumphs and mistakes. This is why I feel moved to pursue my desired fields; I want to better understand others and aid in projecting their individual stories. Continuing higher education for me means embracing the values of intellectual curiosity, academic drive, and integrity and empathy. For me, there is nothing more rewarding than completing and learning from a challenging task, which is why I believe I would make an excellent candidate for these awards.

• Volunteer

  Philanthropy · Caring Hearts and Hands Hospice of Columbia Missouri

  Jan 2024 – Jan 2025

• Pet Care Specialist

  Veterinary · (Independent)

  Jan 2019 – Present

• Advocacy
• Volunteering
• Philanthropy

• Tennis

  Varsity · 1 award

  2022 – Present

  Awards:

  Academic All-State

• researcher and presenter

  Father Tolton Catholic High School · Psychology, General

  2025 – 2025

  Research topic:

  Border Identities

• Ballerina

  Columbia Performing Arts Centre · Dance

  2019 – 2021

• cellist

  University of Missouri Youth Orchestra · Music

  2018 – 2020

• Volunteer

  Volunteering · Food Bank of Columbia, MO

  2024 – Present

  Mission:

  Packaging food for consumption

• Volunteer

  Volunteering · Caring Hearts and Hands of Columbia, MO

  2023 – Present

  Mission:

  Assisting in the care of hospice residents