I come from a single-parent household. I live with my father, who works night shifts Monday through Thursday, 40 hours a week. Along with any overtime he can get. Despite this, my dad is unable to support me financially in attending college. I am relying solely on scholarships, grants, and or loans for financial support. I also intend to work during college to help pay for it. If I am lucky enough to win this scholarship, the funds will be used to support my goal of attending college for zoology. The study of animals and their behaviors is a huge passion of mine. I strive to learn as much as I can about them to assist in animal conservation efforts, and overall knowledge of animal species. I intend to do everything in my power to achieve this goal.