While growing up in Haiti, I was surrounded by ill people of many ages. Such circumstances led me to believe that having health issues was shared, beginning at a young age. Several of my relatives, including my grandmother and aunt, suffered from diseases ranging from asthma to allergies, and this piqued my interest in the health of those most vulnerable. Hospital resources were scarce. Moreover, they were not easily accessible, and many women were subjected to giving birth inside their homes. My mother and I once helped our neighbor deliver, and I remember being overwhelmed with excitement after seeing the newborn. I held the baby in my arms; at that time, I knew I wanted to become a healthcare professional. One of my favorite American authors, Earl Nightingale, stated “Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway.” I believe in pursuing my passions despite the setbacks I experience. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I started by studying to become a Nurse’s Aide at Julia Richman high school, where I got to volunteer at the Coler Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center on Roosevelt Island. Although I had not done any medical work before, I saw it as an opportunity to do community service by helping those in need. One of my patients, a frail woman who could not speak, always had a massive smile whenever I got into her room. It was a rewarding experience, and I wished to do more to help others. Since childhood, I have yearned to help those needing medical assistance. After completing my volunteer work, I took my state exam and earned my CNA license. I signed up for a nursing assistant program in 2003, and after completing my courses, I started a three-month internship at Metropolitan Hospital. My yearning to become an accomplished nurse grew, especially after spending hours in the emergency department with different patients. I learned to be compassionate, kind, and caring to all my patients. I saw the challenges that nurses experienced, and I understood our duty to help patients through their difficult times was vital. I have always dealt with different emergencies, and I have become a much better person because of those experiences. I aim to become an ER nurse, and I believe the Accelerated BSN program is integral to that dream. Over the years, I have come to appreciate the value of the nursing profession in the United States and globally. I firmly believe that nurses have the power to transform the healthcare industry, and I would like to be involved. I am not giving up on my dream. I have widened my educational space by accomplishing my goal of receiving my Associate in Science, and my BA Degree at Hunter CUNY College. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I had taken a medical assistant program before returning to college. It gave me the confidence to follow my dream, especially after having experience assisting doctors in the er department. Last year, I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Human Biology, and right before my graduation, I am currently attending the ABSN cohort program at the University of Miami which had been a dream come true. In December of 2022, I faced another hurdle with my financial aid which I wouldn't be qualified to cover my tuition, and was denied personal loans that tried to borrow to cover my tuition.

While growing up in Haiti, I was surrounded by ill people of many ages. Such circumstances led me to believe that having health issues was shared, beginning at a young age. Several of my relatives, including my grandmother and aunt, suffered from diseases ranging from asthma to allergies, and this piqued my interest in the health of those most vulnerable. Hospital resources were scarce. Moreover, they were not easily accessible, and many women were subjected to giving birth inside their homes. My mother and I once helped our neighbor deliver, and I remember being overwhelmed with excitement after seeing the newborn. I held the baby in my arms; at that time, I knew I wanted to become a healthcare professional. One of my favorite American authors, Earl Nightingale, stated “Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway.” I believe in pursuing my passions despite the setbacks I experience. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I started by studying to become a Nurse’s Aide at Julia Richman high school, where I got to volunteer at the Coler Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center on Roosevelt Island. Although I had not done any medical work before, I saw it as an opportunity to do community service by helping those in need. One of my patients, a frail woman who could not speak, always had a massive smile whenever I got into her room. It was a rewarding experience, and I wished to do more to help others. Since childhood, I have yearned to help those needing medical assistance. After completing my volunteer work, I took my state exam and earned my CNA license. I signed up for a nursing assistant program in 2003, and after completing my courses, I started a three-month internship at Metropolitan Hospital. My yearning to become an accomplished nurse grew, especially after spending hours in the emergency department with different patients. I learned to be compassionate, kind, and caring to all my patients. I saw the challenges that nurses experienced, and I understood our duty to help patients through their difficult times was vital. I have always dealt with different emergencies, and I have become a much better person because of those experiences. I aim to become an ER nurse, and I believe the Accelerated BSN program is integral to that dream. Over the years, I have come to appreciate the value of the nursing profession in the United States and globally. I firmly believe that nurses have the power to transform the healthcare industry, and I would like to be involved. I am not giving up on my dream. I have widened my educational space by accomplishing my goal of receiving my Associate in Science, and my BA Degree at Hunter CUNY College. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I had taken a medical assistant program before returning to college. It gave me the confidence to follow my dream, especially after having experience assisting doctors in the er department. Last year, I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Human Biology, and right before my graduation, I am currently attending the ABSN cohort program at the University of Miami which had been a dream come true. In December of 2022, I faced another hurdle with my financial aid which I wouldn't be qualified to cover my tuition, and was denied personal loans that tried to borrow to cover my tuition.

While growing up in Haiti, I was surrounded by ill people of many ages. Such circumstances led me to believe that having health issues was shared, beginning at a young age. Several of my relatives, including my grandmother and aunt, suffered from diseases ranging from asthma to allergies, and this piqued my interest in the health of those most vulnerable. Hospital resources were scarce. Moreover, they were not easily accessible, and many women were subjected to giving birth inside their homes. My mother and I once helped our neighbor deliver, and I remember being overwhelmed with excitement after seeing the newborn. I held the baby in my arms; at that time, I knew I wanted to become a healthcare professional. One of my favorite American authors, Earl Nightingale, stated “Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway.” I believe in pursuing my passions despite the setbacks I experience. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I started by studying to become a Nurse’s Aide at Julia Richman high school, where I got to volunteer at the Coler Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center on Roosevelt Island. Although I had not done any medical work before, I saw it as an opportunity to do community service by helping those in need. One of my patients, a frail woman who could not speak, always had a massive smile whenever I got into her room. It was a rewarding experience, and I wished to do more to help others. Since childhood, I have yearned to help those needing medical assistance. After completing my volunteer work, I took my state exam and earned my CNA license. I signed up for a nursing assistant program in 2003, and after completing my courses, I started a three-month internship at Metropolitan Hospital. My yearning to become an accomplished nurse grew, especially after spending hours in the emergency department with different patients. I learned to be compassionate, kind, and caring to all my patients. I saw the challenges that nurses experienced, and I understood our duty to help patients through their difficult times was vital. I have always dealt with different emergencies, and I have become a much better person because of those experiences. I aim to become an ER nurse, and I believe the Accelerated BSN program is integral to that dream. Over the years, I have come to appreciate the value of the nursing profession in the United States and globally. I firmly believe that nurses have the power to transform the healthcare industry, and I would like to be involved. I am not giving up on my dream. I have widened my educational space by accomplishing my goal of receiving my Associate in Science, and my BA Degree at Hunter CUNY College. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I had taken a medical assistant program before returning to college. It gave me the confidence to follow my dream, especially after having experience assisting doctors in the er department. Last year, I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Human Biology, and right before my graduation, I am currently attending the ABSN cohort program at the University of Miami which had been a dream come true. In December of 2022, I faced another hurdle with my financial aid which I wouldn't be qualified to cover my tuition, and was denied personal loans that tried to borrow to cover my tuition.

While growing up in Haiti, I was surrounded by ill people of many ages. Such circumstances led me to believe that having health issues was shared, beginning at a young age. Several of my relatives, including my grandmother and aunt, suffered from diseases ranging from asthma to allergies, and this piqued my interest in the health of those most vulnerable. Hospital resources were scarce. Moreover, they were not easily accessible, and many women were subjected to giving birth inside their homes. My mother and I once helped our neighbor deliver, and I remember being overwhelmed with excitement after seeing the newborn. I held the baby in my arms; at that time, I knew I wanted to become a healthcare professional. One of my favorite American authors, Earl Nightingale, stated “Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway.” I believe in pursuing my passions despite the setbacks I experience. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I started by studying to become a Nurse’s Aide at Julia Richman high school, where I got to volunteer at the Coler Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center on Roosevelt Island. Although I had not done any medical work before, I saw it as an opportunity to do community service by helping those in need. One of my patients, a frail woman who could not speak, always had a massive smile whenever I got into her room. It was a rewarding experience, and I wished to do more to help others. Since childhood, I have yearned to help those needing medical assistance. After completing my volunteer work, I took my state exam and earned my CNA license. I signed up for a nursing assistant program in 2003, and after completing my courses, I started a three-month internship at Metropolitan Hospital. My yearning to become an accomplished nurse grew, especially after spending hours in the emergency department with different patients. I learned to be compassionate, kind, and caring to all my patients. I saw the challenges that nurses experienced, and I understood our duty to help patients through their difficult times was vital. I have always dealt with different emergencies, and I have become a much better person because of those experiences. I aim to become an ER nurse, and I believe the Accelerated BSN program is integral to that dream. Over the years, I have come to appreciate the value of the nursing profession in the United States and globally. I firmly believe that nurses have the power to transform the healthcare industry, and I would like to be involved. I am not giving up on my dream. I have widened my educational space by accomplishing my goal of receiving my Associate in Science, and my BA Degree at Hunter CUNY College. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I had taken a medical assistant program before returning to college. It gave me the confidence to follow my dream, especially after having experience assisting doctors in the er department. Last year, I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Human Biology, and right before my graduation, I am currently attending the ABSN cohort program at the University of Miami which had been a dream come true. In December of 2022, I faced another hurdle with my financial aid which I wouldn't be qualified to cover my tuition, and was denied personal loans that tried to borrow to cover my tuition.

While growing up in Haiti, I was surrounded by ill people of many ages. Such circumstances led me to believe that having health issues was shared, beginning at a young age. Several of my relatives, including my grandmother and aunt, suffered from diseases ranging from asthma to allergies, and this piqued my interest in the health of those most vulnerable. Hospital resources were scarce. Moreover, they were not easily accessible, and many women were subjected to giving birth inside their homes. My mother and I once helped our neighbor deliver, and I remember being overwhelmed with excitement after seeing the newborn. I held the baby in my arms; at that time, I knew I wanted to become a healthcare professional. One of my favorite American authors, Earl Nightingale, stated “Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway.” I believe in pursuing my passions despite the setbacks I experience. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I started by studying to become a Nurse’s Aide at Julia Richman high school, where I got to volunteer at the Coler Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center on Roosevelt Island. Although I had not done any medical work before, I saw it as an opportunity to do community service by helping those in need. One of my patients, a frail woman who could not speak, always had a massive smile whenever I got into her room. It was a rewarding experience, and I wished to do more to help others. Since childhood, I have yearned to help those needing medical assistance. After completing my volunteer work, I took my state exam and earned my CNA license. I signed up for a nursing assistant program in 2003, and after completing my courses, I started a three-month internship at Metropolitan Hospital. My yearning to become an accomplished nurse grew, especially after spending hours in the emergency department with different patients. I learned to be compassionate, kind, and caring to all my patients. I saw the challenges that nurses experienced, and I understood our duty to help patients through their difficult times was vital. I have always dealt with different emergencies, and I have become a much better person because of those experiences. I aim to become an ER nurse, and I believe the Accelerated BSN program is integral to that dream. Over the years, I have come to appreciate the value of the nursing profession in the United States and globally. I firmly believe that nurses have the power to transform the healthcare industry, and I would like to be involved. I am not giving up on my dream. I have widened my educational space by accomplishing my goal of receiving my Associate in Science, and my BA Degree at Hunter CUNY College. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I had taken a medical assistant program before returning to college. It gave me the confidence to follow my dream, especially after having experience assisting doctors in the er department. Last year, I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Human Biology, and right before my graduation, I am currently attending the ABSN cohort program at the University of Miami which had been a dream come true. In December of 2022, I faced another hurdle with my financial aid which I wouldn't be qualified to cover my tuition, and was denied personal loans that tried to borrow to cover my tuition.

While growing up in Haiti, I was surrounded by ill people of many ages. Such circumstances led me to believe that having health issues was shared, beginning at a young age. Several of my relatives, including my grandmother and aunt, suffered from diseases ranging from asthma to allergies, and this piqued my interest in the health of those most vulnerable. Hospital resources were scarce. Moreover, they were not easily accessible, and many women were subjected to giving birth inside their homes. My mother and I once helped our neighbor deliver, and I remember being overwhelmed with excitement after seeing the newborn. I held the baby in my arms; at that time, I knew I wanted to become a healthcare professional. One of my favorite American authors, Earl Nightingale, stated “Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway.” I believe in pursuing my passions despite the setbacks I experience. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I started by studying to become a Nurse’s Aide at Julia Richman high school, where I got to volunteer at the Coler Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center on Roosevelt Island. Although I had not done any medical work before, I saw it as an opportunity to do community service by helping those in need. One of my patients, a frail woman who could not speak, always had a massive smile whenever I got into her room. It was a rewarding experience, and I wished to do more to help others. Since childhood, I have yearned to help those needing medical assistance. After completing my volunteer work, I took my state exam and earned my CNA license. I signed up for a nursing assistant program in 2003, and after completing my courses, I started a three-month internship at Metropolitan Hospital. My yearning to become an accomplished nurse grew, especially after spending hours in the emergency department with different patients. I learned to be compassionate, kind, and caring to all my patients. I saw the challenges that nurses experienced, and I understood our duty to help patients through their difficult times was vital. I have always dealt with different emergencies, and I have become a much better person because of those experiences. I aim to become an ER nurse, and I believe the Accelerated BSN program is integral to that dream. Over the years, I have come to appreciate the value of the nursing profession in the United States and globally. I firmly believe that nurses have the power to transform the healthcare industry, and I would like to be involved. I am not giving up on my dream. I have widened my educational space by accomplishing my goal of receiving my Associate in Science, and my BA Degree at Hunter CUNY College. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I had taken a medical assistant program before returning to college. It gave me the confidence to follow my dream, especially after having experience assisting doctors in the er department. Last year, I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Human Biology, and right before my graduation, I am currently attending the ABSN cohort program at the University of Miami which had been a dream come true. In December of 2022, I faced another hurdle with my financial aid which I wouldn't be qualified to cover my tuition, and was denied personal loans that tried to borrow to cover my tuition.

While growing up in Haiti, I was surrounded by ill people of many ages. Such circumstances led me to believe that having health issues was shared, beginning at a young age. Several of my relatives, including my grandmother and aunt, suffered from diseases ranging from asthma to allergies, and this piqued my interest in the health of those most vulnerable. Hospital resources were scarce. Moreover, they were not easily accessible, and many women were subjected to giving birth inside their homes. My mother and I once helped our neighbor deliver, and I remember being overwhelmed with excitement after seeing the newborn. I held the baby in my arms; at that time, I knew I wanted to become a healthcare professional. One of my favorite American authors, Earl Nightingale, stated “Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway.” I believe in pursuing my passions despite the setbacks I experience. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I started by studying to become a Nurse’s Aide at Julia Richman high school, where I got to volunteer at the Coler Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center on Roosevelt Island. Although I had not done any medical work before, I saw it as an opportunity to do community service by helping those in need. One of my patients, a frail woman who could not speak, always had a massive smile whenever I got into her room. It was a rewarding experience, and I wished to do more to help others. Since childhood, I have yearned to help those needing medical assistance. After completing my volunteer work, I took my state exam and earned my CNA license. I signed up for a nursing assistant program in 2003, and after completing my courses, I started a three-month internship at Metropolitan Hospital. My yearning to become an accomplished nurse grew, especially after spending hours in the emergency department with different patients. I learned to be compassionate, kind, and caring to all my patients. I saw the challenges that nurses experienced, and I understood our duty to help patients through their difficult times was vital. I have always dealt with different emergencies, and I have become a much better person because of those experiences. I aim to become an ER nurse, and I believe the Accelerated BSN program is integral to that dream. Over the years, I have come to appreciate the value of the nursing profession in the United States and globally. I firmly believe that nurses have the power to transform the healthcare industry, and I would like to be involved. I am not giving up on my dream. I have widened my educational space by accomplishing my goal of receiving my Associate in Science, and my BA Degree at Hunter CUNY College. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I had taken a medical assistant program before returning to college. It gave me the confidence to follow my dream, especially after having experience assisting doctors in the er department. Last year, I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Human Biology, and right before my graduation, I am currently attending the ABSN cohort program at the University of Miami which had been a dream come true. In December of 2022, I faced another hurdle with my financial aid which I wouldn't be qualified to cover my tuition, and was denied personal loans that tried to borrow to cover my tuition.

While growing up in Haiti, I was surrounded by ill people of many ages. Such circumstances led me to believe that having health issues was shared, beginning at a young age. Several of my relatives, including my grandmother and aunt, suffered from diseases ranging from asthma to allergies, and this piqued my interest in the health of those most vulnerable. Hospital resources were scarce. Moreover, they were not easily accessible, and many women were subjected to giving birth inside their homes. My mother and I once helped our neighbor deliver, and I remember being overwhelmed with excitement after seeing the newborn. I held the baby in my arms; at that time, I knew I wanted to become a healthcare professional. One of my favorite American authors, Earl Nightingale, stated “Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway.” I believe in pursuing my passions despite the setbacks I experience. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I started by studying to become a Nurse’s Aide at Julia Richman high school, where I got to volunteer at the Coler Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center on Roosevelt Island. Although I had not done any medical work before, I saw it as an opportunity to do community service by helping those in need. One of my patients, a frail woman who could not speak, always had a massive smile whenever I got into her room. It was a rewarding experience, and I wished to do more to help others. Since childhood, I have yearned to help those needing medical assistance. After completing my volunteer work, I took my state exam and earned my CNA license. I signed up for a nursing assistant program in 2003, and after completing my courses, I started a three-month internship at Metropolitan Hospital. My yearning to become an accomplished nurse grew, especially after spending hours in the emergency department with different patients. I learned to be compassionate, kind, and caring to all my patients. I saw the challenges that nurses experienced, and I understood our duty to help patients through their difficult times was vital. I have always dealt with different emergencies, and I have become a much better person because of those experiences. I aim to become an ER nurse, and I believe the Accelerated BSN program is integral to that dream. Over the years, I have come to appreciate the value of the nursing profession in the United States and globally. I firmly believe that nurses have the power to transform the healthcare industry, and I would like to be involved. I am not giving up on my dream. I have widened my educational space by accomplishing my goal of receiving my Associate in Science, and my BA Degree at Hunter CUNY College. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I had taken a medical assistant program before returning to college. It gave me the confidence to follow my dream, especially after having experience assisting doctors in the er department. Last year, I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Human Biology, and right before my graduation, I am currently attending the ABSN cohort program at the University of Miami which had been a dream come true. In December of 2022, I faced another hurdle with my financial aid which I wouldn't be qualified to cover my tuition, and was denied personal loans that tried to borrow to cover my tuition.

While growing up in Haiti, I was surrounded by ill people of many ages. Such circumstances led me to believe that having health issues was shared, beginning at a young age. Several of my relatives, including my grandmother and aunt, suffered from diseases ranging from asthma to allergies, and this piqued my interest in the health of those most vulnerable. Hospital resources were scarce. Moreover, they were not easily accessible, and many women were subjected to giving birth inside their homes. My mother and I once helped our neighbor deliver, and I remember being overwhelmed with excitement after seeing the newborn. I held the baby in my arms; at that time, I knew I wanted to become a healthcare professional. One of my favorite American authors, Earl Nightingale, stated “Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway.” I believe in pursuing my passions despite the setbacks I experience. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I started by studying to become a Nurse’s Aide at Julia Richman high school, where I got to volunteer at the Coler Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center on Roosevelt Island. Although I had not done any medical work before, I saw it as an opportunity to do community service by helping those in need. One of my patients, a frail woman who could not speak, always had a massive smile whenever I got into her room. It was a rewarding experience, and I wished to do more to help others. Since childhood, I have yearned to help those needing medical assistance. After completing my volunteer work, I took my state exam and earned my CNA license. I signed up for a nursing assistant program in 2003, and after completing my courses, I started a three-month internship at Metropolitan Hospital. My yearning to become an accomplished nurse grew, especially after spending hours in the emergency department with different patients. I learned to be compassionate, kind, and caring to all my patients. I saw the challenges that nurses experienced, and I understood our duty to help patients through their difficult times was vital. I have always dealt with different emergencies, and I have become a much better person because of those experiences. I aim to become an ER nurse, and I believe the Accelerated BSN program is integral to that dream. Over the years, I have come to appreciate the value of the nursing profession in the United States and globally. I firmly believe that nurses have the power to transform the healthcare industry, and I would like to be involved. I am not giving up on my dream. I have widened my educational space by accomplishing my goal of receiving my Associate in Science, and my BA Degree at Hunter CUNY College. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I had taken a medical assistant program before returning to college. It gave me the confidence to follow my dream, especially after having experience assisting doctors in the er department. Last year, I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Human Biology, and right before my graduation, I am currently attending the ABSN cohort program at the University of Miami which had been a dream come true. In December of 2022, I faced another hurdle with my financial aid which I wouldn't be qualified to cover my tuition, and was denied personal loans that tried to borrow to cover my tuition.

While growing up in Haiti, I was surrounded by ill people of many ages. Such circumstances led me to believe that having health issues was shared, beginning at a young age. Several of my relatives, including my grandmother and aunt, suffered from diseases ranging from asthma to allergies, and this piqued my interest in the health of those most vulnerable. Hospital resources were scarce. Moreover, they were not easily accessible, and many women were subjected to giving birth inside their homes. My mother and I once helped our neighbor deliver, and I remember being overwhelmed with excitement after seeing the newborn. I held the baby in my arms; at that time, I knew I wanted to become a healthcare professional. One of my favorite American authors, Earl Nightingale, stated “Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway.” I believe in pursuing my passions despite the setbacks I experience. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I started by studying to become a Nurse’s Aide at Julia Richman high school, where I got to volunteer at the Coler Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center on Roosevelt Island. Although I had not done any medical work before, I saw it as an opportunity to do community service by helping those in need. One of my patients, a frail woman who could not speak, always had a massive smile whenever I got into her room. It was a rewarding experience, and I wished to do more to help others. Since childhood, I have yearned to help those needing medical assistance. After completing my volunteer work, I took my state exam and earned my CNA license. I signed up for a nursing assistant program in 2003, and after completing my courses, I started a three-month internship at Metropolitan Hospital. My yearning to become an accomplished nurse grew, especially after spending hours in the emergency department with different patients. I learned to be compassionate, kind, and caring to all my patients. I saw the challenges that nurses experienced, and I understood our duty to help patients through their difficult times was vital. I have always dealt with different emergencies, and I have become a much better person because of those experiences. I aim to become an ER nurse, and I believe the Accelerated BSN program is integral to that dream. Over the years, I have come to appreciate the value of the nursing profession in the United States and globally. I firmly believe that nurses have the power to transform the healthcare industry, and I would like to be involved. I am not giving up on my dream. I have widened my educational space by accomplishing my goal of receiving my Associate in Science, and my BA Degree at Hunter CUNY College. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I had taken a medical assistant program before returning to college. It gave me the confidence to follow my dream, especially after having experience assisting doctors in the er department. Last year, I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Human Biology, and right before my graduation, I am currently attending the ABSN cohort program at the University of Miami which had been a dream come true. In December of 2022, I faced another hurdle with my financial aid which I wouldn't be qualified to cover my tuition, and was denied personal loans that tried to borrow to cover my tuition.

While growing up in Haiti, I was surrounded by ill people of many ages. Such circumstances led me to believe that having health issues were shared, beginning at a young age. Several of my relatives, including my grandmother and aunt, suffered from diseases ranging from asthma to allergies, and this piqued my interest in the health of those most vulnerable. Hospital resources were scarce. Moreover, they were not easily accessible, and many women were subjected to giving birth inside their homes. My mother and I once helped our neighbor deliver, and I remember being overwhelmed with excitement after seeing the newborn. I held the baby in my arms; at that time, I knew I wanted to become a healthcare professional. One of my favorite American authors, Earl Nightingale, stated “Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway.” I believe in pursuing my passions despite the setbacks I experience. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I started by studying to become a Nurse’s Aide at Julia Richman high school, where I got to volunteer at the Coler Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center on Roosevelt Island. Although I had not done any medical work before, I saw it as an opportunity to do community service by helping those in need. One of my patients, a frail woman who could not speak, always had a massive smile whenever I got into her room. It was a rewarding experience, and I wished to do more to help others. Since childhood, I have yearned to help those needing medical assistance. After completing my volunteer work, I took my state exam and earned my CNA license. I signed up for a nursing assistant program in 2003, and after completing my courses, I started a three-month internship at Metropolitan Hospital. My yearning to become an accomplished nurse grew, especially after spending hours in the emergency department with different patients. I learned to be compassionate, kind, and caring to all my patients. I saw the challenges that nurses experienced, and I understood our duty to help patients through their difficult times was vital. I have always dealt with different emergencies, and I have become a much better person because of those experiences. I aim to become an ER nurse, and I believe the Accelerated BSN program is integral to that dream. Over the years, I have come to appreciate the value of the nursing profession in the United States and globally. I firmly believe that nurses have the power to transform the healthcare industry, and I would like to be involved. I am not giving up on my dream. I have widened my educational space by accomplishing my goal of receiving my Associate in Science, and my BA Degree at Hunter CUNY College. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I had taken a medical assistant program before returning to college and it had given me the confidence to follow my dream, especially after having experience assisting doctors in the er department. Last year, I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Human Biology, and right before my graduation, I received my admission to attend the University of Miami for the Accelerated BSN program for spring 2023. In December of 2022, I faced another hurdle with my financial aid which I wouldn't be qualified to cover my tuition, and was denied personal loans that tried to borrow to cover my tuition. I want to be the first nurse in my family.

My name is Farah Jean-Julien. For as long as I can remember while growing up and moving to the state of New York, I have always wanted to be a nurse which I accomplished in high school after receiving my CNA license. While starting my first year in college and taking pre-nursing courses, I ended up pregnant with my son who I have raised as a single parent. Although I faced many hurdles and ups and downs and had support from my family, I never lost my passion for pursuing my dream career in the medical field. Once my son went to college, I made a promise to go back to school and finish. I believe in pursuing my passions despite the setbacks I experience. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I had taken a medical assistant program before returning to college and it had given me the confidence to follow my dream, especially after having experience assisting doctors in the er department. Last year, I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Human Biology, and right before my graduation, I received my admission to attend the University of Miami for the Accelerated BSN program for spring 2023. In December of 2022, I faced another hurdle with my financial aid which I wouldn't be qualified for much to cover my tuition, and was denied personal loans that tried to take out to cover my tuition. Covid-19 had not stopped me to follow this career path but rather show me how the world truly needs nurses to care for those in need during such a crisis the world had endured. I want to be the first nurse in my family, especially having an elderly parent with many medical conditions. I know that everything happened for a reason, and I am grateful that the school will let me start the next semester this coming summer. I’m hoping to get some assistance and fulfill my dream of becoming a registered nurse. I can't wait one day to sit in a room with my peers to pursue my passion in the medical field. I am ready to gain all the knowledge and learn the experiences during my clinical. I truly believe and visualize that one day I will be walking through a hospital door with my scrubs on and ready to assist my patients and doctors in the ER department.

While growing up in Haiti, I was surrounded by ill people of many ages. Such circumstances led me to believe that having health issues were common, beginning at a young age. Several of my relatives, including my grandmother and aunt, suffered from diseases ranging from asthma to allergies, which piqued my interest in the health of those most vulnerable. Hospital resources were scarce. Moreover, they were not easily accessible, and many women were subjected to giving birth inside their homes. My mother and I once helped our neighbor deliver, and I remember being overwhelmed with excitement after seeing the newborn. I held the baby in my arms; I knew I wanted to become a healthcare professional at that time. One of my favorite American authors, Earl Nightingale, stated “Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway.” I believe in pursuing my passions despite the setbacks I experience. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I started by studying to become a Nurse’s Aide at Julia Richman high school, where I volunteered at the Coler Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center on Roosevelt Island. Although I had not done any medical work before, I saw it as an opportunity to do community service by helping those in need. One of my patients, a frail woman who could not speak, always had a massive smile whenever I got into her room. It was a rewarding experience, and I wished to do more to help others. Since childhood, I have yearned to offer my help to those needing medical assistance. After completing my volunteer work, I took my state exam and earned my CNA license. I signed up for a nursing assistant program in 2003, and after completing my courses, I started a three-month internship at Metropolitan Hospital. My yearning to become an accomplished nurse grew, especially after spending hours in the emergency department with different patients. I learned to be compassionate, kind, and caring to all my patients. I saw the challenges that nurses experienced, and I understood our duty to help patients through their difficult times was vital. I have always dealt with different emergencies, and I have become a much better person because of those experiences. I aim to become an ER nurse, and I believe the Accelerated BSN program is integral to that dream. Over the years, I have come to appreciate the value of the nursing profession in the United States and globally. I firmly believe that nurses have the power to transform the healthcare industry, and I would like to be involved. I want to change the current situation in Haiti and other areas that continue to experience health problems that nurses can address. I am not giving up on my dream. I have widened my educational space by accomplishing my goal of receiving my Associate in Science, and I am also about to finish my BA Degree at Hunter CUNY College. I am majoring in Human Biology, which will help me in the nursing program. I chose The University of Miami (UM) Accelerated BSN Program because it has a reputation for training competent and well-prepared nurses. I am ready to earn my degree, and the program will help me achieve my goal quickly and efficiently. I am confident that I will excel in this program if given the opportunity. I have always been passionate about nursing care, and I have a lot that I would like to offer to the healthcare industry.

While growing up in Haiti, I was surrounded by ill people of many ages. Such circumstances led me to believe that having health issues were common, beginning at a young age. Several of my relatives, including my grandmother and aunt, suffered from diseases ranging from asthma to allergies, which piqued my interest in the health of those most vulnerable. Hospital resources were scarce. Moreover, they were not easily accessible, and many women were subjected to giving birth inside their homes. My mother and I once helped our neighbor deliver, and I remember being overwhelmed with excitement after seeing the newborn. I held the baby in my arms; at that time, I knew I wanted to become a healthcare professional. One of my favorite American authors, Earl Nightingale, stated “Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway.” I believe in pursuing my passions despite the setbacks I experience. My perseverance has pushed me to have a professional goal of becoming a nurse. I started by studying to become a Nurse’s Aide at Julia Richman high school, where I got to volunteer at the Coler Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center on Roosevelt Island. Although I had not done any medical work before, I saw it as an opportunity to do community service by helping those in need. One of my patients, a frail woman who could not speak, always had a massive smile whenever I got into her room. It was a rewarding experience, and I wished to do more to help others. Since childhood, I have yearned to offer my help to those needing medical assistance. After completing my volunteer work, I took my state exam and earned my CNA license. I signed up for a nursing assistant program in 2003, and after completing my courses, I started a three-month internship at Metropolitan Hospital. My yearning to become an accomplished nurse grew, especially after spending hours in the emergency department with different patients. I learned to be compassionate, kind and caring to all my patients. I saw the challenges that nurses experienced, and I understood our duty to help patients through their difficult times was vital. I have always dealt with different emergencies, and I have become a much better person because of those experiences. I aim to become an ER nurse, and I believe the Accelerated BSN program is integral to that dream. Over the years, I have come to appreciate the value of the nursing profession in the United States and globally. I firmly believe that nurses have the power to transform the healthcare industry, and I would like to be involved. I want to change the current situation in Haiti and other areas that continue to experience health problems that nurses can address. I am not giving up on my dream. I have widened my educational space by accomplishing my goal of receiving my Associate in Science, and I am also about to finish my BA Degree at Hunter CUNY College. I am majoring in Human Biology, which will help me in the nursing program. I chose The University of Miami (UM) Accelerated BSN Program because it has a reputation for training competent and well-prepared nurses. I am ready to earn my degree, and the program will help me achieve my goal quickly and efficiently. I am confident that I will excel in this program if given the opportunity. I have always been passionate about nursing care, and I have a lot that I would like to offer to the healthcare industry.