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emaria banks

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Bio

Hello everyone, my name is Emaria Banks, but I am known by my loving family, strong community, friends, and teachers as a reliable, caring, and hardworking individual with leadership skills and a deep passion for healing. My mom often says I have "Healing Hands," meaning I’ve always tried to fix things, even when others thought it couldn’t be fixed. From a young age, I knew I wanted to become a nurse, inspired by how my pediatrician cured me of a serious illness. That experience sparked my drive to pursue nursing and help families in need, just as my pediatrician did for mine.Alongside my dedication to healthcare, I have always loved art, which has offered me a creative outlet and a way to express my emotions. I believe art and healing go hand in hand. Both require compassion and creativity to make a transformative impact. As I move toward becoming a nurse, I see the connection between these two passions and how they can help those I care for.

Education

Albany State University

Bachelor's degree program
2023 - 2026
  • Majors:
    • Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management
    • Film/Video and Photographic Arts
    • Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
    • Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science and Related Fields, Other
    • Energy Systems Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
    • Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems, General
    • Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
    • Medicine
    • Health and Medical Administrative Services
    • Human Biology
  • Minors:
    • Music
    • Criminal Justice and Corrections, General
    • Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management

Loganville High School

High School
2019 - 2023

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Bachelor's degree program

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
    • Music
    • Criminology
    • Criminal Justice and Corrections, General
  • Planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Arts

    • Dream career goals:

      GRAPIC ART AND DESIGN, SANE Nurse and Forensic Nursing💕 & Music Therapy for Special Needs and Developmental Support 🎸👩🏽‍⚕️

    • FCCLA Organization
      2019 – 20212 years
    • Praying For Paws
      2019 – 20223 years
    • Book Store
      2019 – 20212 years
    • Volunteer Lawyers Foundation
      2020 – 20222 years
    • Drayer Physical Therapy Institute
      2019 – 20223 years

    Sports

    Lacrosse

    Junior Varsity
    2021 – Present4 years

    Awards

    • Scholar Athlete and MVP Awards

    Basketball

    Junior Varsity
    2017 – 20192 years

    Track & Field

    Junior Varsity
    2020 – 20211 year

    Dance

    Club
    2019 – 20212 years

    Awards

    • Hip Hop International Runner Up , Hip Hop World Winner,

    Cheerleading

    Junior Varsity
    2013 – 20152 years

    Volleyball

    Varsity
    2022 – 2022

    Awards

    • AA5A Championship Winners

    Softball

    Varsity
    2019 – Present6 years

    Awards

    • usssa southwest sports tournament winner

    Research

    • Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services

      Piedmont Health Course Work — Medical/ Nurses Assistant
      2020 – 2022

    Arts

    • Digital Artistry Club

      Graphic Art
      2024 – 2025
    • Alliance Dance Academy

      Dance
      Swan Lake , , Nutcracker , Hip Hop International , World Hip Hop WInners
      2019 – 2021
    • Panting With A Twist

      Visual Arts
      2021 – Present
    • School & Walton county Visual Arts Contest

      Animation
      2020 – 2022

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      Praying For Paws — Pet care medical assistant
      2019 – 2022
    • Volunteering

      Health for the Helpless — Vice President
      2021 – 2022
    • Advocacy

      (FEM) Females Entering Maturity — Vice-President
      2019 – 2022
    • Volunteering

      Food Bank — To gave out food to the homeless and struggling families in need . I also handed out gift baggies with hinge products and sweets
      2019 – Present

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Politics

    Volunteering

    Entrepreneurship

    TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) Ult Group Scholarship
    Growing up, I’ve always known I wanted to make my mark on the world by helping others. Even as a young girl, I was the kind of person who would jump at any chance to help someone—whether they needed it or not. It was clear to everyone around me from elementary through high school that I was meant to become a nurse. My passion only grew stronger after completing two extended anatomy courses in high school, which opened my eyes to just how complex, fascinating, and life-changing the medical field truly is. I’ve always wanted to be the person that brings light to others, especially in their darkest moments. I’ve shadowed nurses and doctors, worked internships in hospitals, and seen firsthand how professional empathy and teamwork can heal and uplift. One moment that really impacted me was meeting young refugees from countries like Afghanistan, who’d survived unimaginable healthcare conditions. Witnessing their courage and the way nurses treated them with kindness and dignity reminded me exactly why I want to dedicate my life to this field. Coming from a financially struggling household with parents from very different and difficult backgrounds has not been easy, but it has fueled my ambition. My mother battles diabetes every day, and I’ve seen how that illness can strip away someone’s quality of life. I push forward for her—for every glucose check, every hospital visit—because I want to one day help find a cure not just for her, but for millions. I know that with proper financial support, I can thrive in college, make the most of my opportunities, and give back to both my community and the medical world. My dream is to become a nurse who doesn’t just treat symptoms but inspires hope, compassion, and resilience. Every patient I’ve met, every sick person I’ve seen fight to live, reminds me why I’m doing this. That’s why this scholarship isn’t just money to me—it’s a lifeline, not only for my education, but for the patients I’ll help one day. I plan to pay for college through scholarships, work-study programs, and any job opportunities I can find. If I’m blessed to receive this award, I’ll make sure it counts—for my family, my community, and my future patients. As for what keeps me inspired on the hardest days—TXT (Tomorrow X Together) has played a huge part. I became a MOA during one of the most overwhelming times in my life. Their music spoke to my heart, especially songs like "Blue Hour" and "0X1=LOVESONG", which made me feel understood in moments when I felt invisible. What sets TXT apart is not just their talent, but the way they connect with fans through raw emotion, storytelling, and their beautiful brotherhood. My favorite member is Taehyun, because of his emotional depth and sincerity. His journey from a trainee to a global artist reminds me that no matter your background or how tough the path may be, perseverance and heart can take you far. TXT's messages about youth, dreams, and resilience have not only helped my mental health but also kept me grounded in my desire to help others, just like they help their fans. TXT influenced my career by reminding me that healing isn’t just physical—it’s emotional too. Just as their music has comforted me, I want to be a nurse who brings that same comfort to someone else. Whether through medical care or emotional support, I want to be someone who changes lives—just like TXT changed mine
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