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Jordan Jeffrey

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General information

US Citizenship
US Citizen
Religion
Christian
Church
Nondenominational

Hobbies & Interests

  • Exercise And Fitness
  • Music Production
  • Dentistry
  • Bible Study

Reading

  • Fantasy

I read books multiple times a month.

Bio

My fascination with dentistry began my freshman year of high school during an English class assignment to research a random occupation. By chance, I drew “orthodontist,” and as I learned how dental professionals transform lives through confident smiles, I knew I wanted to be part of that impact. When Collin College advisors visited my school and shared information about their Dental Hygiene Program, I felt certain that was where I belonged. Transitioning from high school to college was challenging. I struggled academically in my first two semesters and even explored joining the military to pursue dentistry, but after facing enlistment complications and delays due to COVID, I realized how deeply committed I was to earning a degree. Determined to succeed, I returned to Collin with renewed focus and the support of encouraging professors like Professor Elung, who helped me develop strong study habits and rebuild my confidence leading to my first “A” in college. Now in my second year, third semester of Collin’s Dental Hygiene Program, I’m closer than ever to achieving my dream of becoming the first in my family to earn a degree. Though the demanding coursework has made it difficult to work and created financial strain, I have remained dedicated to finishing strong. Receiving this scholarship would allow me to focus fully on my education, pay for board exams and prep classes, and continue my journey toward helping others through compassionate dental care.

Education

Collin County Community College District

Associate's degree program

2022 – 2026

Majors:
  • Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
GPA3.0 GPA

Miscellaneous

Desired degree level:
Bachelor's degree program
Graduate schools of interest:
Texas Woman's University
Majors of interest:
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
Medical school interest:
No

Career

  • Brand ambassador

    Apparel & Fashion · Polo Ralph Lauren

    Jan 2017 – Jan 2024

  • Stock

    Apparel & Fashion · North face

    Jan 2024 – Jan 2026

  • Delivering packages door to door

    Package/Freight Delivery · Amazon

    Jan 2025 – Jan 2025

  • Merchandising

    Food & Beverages · Andrew’s Distribution

    Jan 2023 – Jan 2025

Miscellaneous

Dream career field:
Dentistry
Dream career goals:
To become a Dental Hygienist
Work experience:
8 years
Has nursing license:
No

Future Interests

  • Advocacy
  • Volunteering
Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship
Winner
My fascination with dentistry began during my freshman year of high school in an English class assignment to research a random occupation. By chance, I was assigned “orthodontist,” and as I learned how dental professionals transform lives through confident smiles, I knew I wanted to be part of that impact. When Collin College advisors visited my school and shared information about their Dental Hygiene Program, I felt certain that was where I belonged. Transitioning from high school to college was challenging. I struggled academically during my first two semesters and even explored joining the military as an alternative path toward dentistry. However, after facing enlistment complications and delays due to COVID, I realized how deeply committed I was to earning a degree. Determined to succeed, I returned to Collin College with renewed focus and the support of encouraging professors, such as Professor Elung, who helped me develop strong study habits and rebuild my confidence. This support led to my first “A” in college ever. I applied to Collin College’s Dental Hygiene Program in 2023 but was not accepted. Some family members discouraged me from reapplying, believing I was not academically capable, and academic advisors suggested I apply to the nursing program instead because it was less competitive. Rather than listening to those doubts, I believed in myself and applied again. I wanted to be a hygienist so badly that I reflected on what may have prevented my acceptance the first time and made a list of areas for improvement. By the next application cycle, I ensured I earned A’s in all my prerequisites and scored a 97 on the HESI exam. Now, in my second year and third semester of Collin College’s Dental Hygiene Program, I am closer than ever to achieving my dream of becoming the first person in my family to earn a degree. Although the demanding coursework has limited my ability to work and created financial strain, I have remained fully committed to finishing strong. Receiving this scholarship would allow me to focus entirely on my education, pay for board exams and preparation courses, and continue my journey toward helping others through compassionate dental care.
Lone Star Dental Hygiene Society Leadership Scholarship
During my first year in the Dental Hygiene Program, one of my classmates, who was very talented at baking, suggested hosting a bake sale for our student chapter fundraiser. This was a new idea, since our program traditionally sold toothbrushes and whitening kits. Some classmates opposed the idea, especially after learning we would use student chapter funds to buy supplies. As a class representative, I felt it was important to support my classmate and give her the opportunity to showcase her talent. I pointed out that people might be more willing to buy baked goods for a few dollars than a toothbrush for a hundred. After a vote, the class approved the bake sale. The next challenge was staffing the event. With our heavy workload, few classmates were willing to give up their limited free time to help. Fortunately, I had built strong relationships with second year students and recruited several of them to assist. On the day of the sale, I worked with our faculty and my classmate to set up a decorative table. Before long, everyone looked to me for direction on organizing and running the stand, even though I hadn’t volunteered to lead. My classmates recognized my willingness to advocate for others, my use of personal connections, and my dedication as leadership qualities. The bake sale was a success, raising over $500. We chose to give part of the profits to the student baker to help cover her board prep costs, benefiting both her and future classes.
Jordan Jeffrey Student Profile | Bold.org