I'm a first-generation college student raised by two dedicated civil servants who served over 35 years combined. After a decade of shaping young minds as a classroom teacher, I’m now pursuing my long held dream of becoming a registered nurse. While much scholarship support is geared toward recent high school graduates, the truth is, with age comes clarity, resilience, and purpose. What we want at 18 often evolves as we grow, and I’m proud to be taking this leap toward a second degree with the wisdom of lived experience behind me. As a nontraditional student, I bring focus, discipline, and a deep sense of calling to this journey. Any scholarship awarded to me isn’t just funding an education, it’s fueling the next chapter of a professional who is fully committed to making a difference in healthcare and honoring your legacy with purpose and heart.

• Behavior Therapist

  Hospital & Health Care · Autism/ABA School/Clinic

  Jan 2012 – Jan 2014

• Elementary Teacher

  Education · School District

  Jan 2014 – Jan 2024

• Advocacy
• Volunteering
• Philanthropy
• Entrepreneurship

• Cheerleading

  Varsity

  2002 – 2005

• Student Nurse

  Texas Lutheran University · Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other

  2024 – Present

  Research topic:

  Clinical Case Studies/Care Plan Analysis

• Maker/Owner

  Small Business/Jewelry Design · Jewelry

  2020 – Present

• Adults with Disabilities Camp Volunteer

  Volunteering · Pursuit Center

  2025 – Present

  Mission:

  To promote inclusion, independence, and meaningful engagement for adults with developmental disabilities through adaptive camp activities and peer connection.

• Hospice Volunteer

  Volunteering · Heart to Heart Hospice

  2025 – Present

  Mission:

  To honor the final chapter of life with presence, empathy, and quiet support, offering companionship, a listening ear, and respect for each person’s journey.