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Kate Yoon

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General information

Age
21
Gender
Female
US Citizenship
US Citizen
Ethnicity
Asian
Religion
Christian

Hobbies & Interests

  • Band
  • Swimming
  • Art
  • Reading
  • Music
  • Spending Time With Friends and Family
  • Clarinet
  • Saxophone
  • Gaming
  • Self Care
  • Animals
  • Drawing And Illustration
  • Movies And Film
  • Walking
  • Korean
  • Crocheting
  • Social Media
  • Medicine
  • Sleeping
  • National Honor Society (NHS)
  • Yoga
  • Community Service And Volunteering
  • Cleaning
  • STEM
  • Tutoring
  • Babysitting And Childcare
  • Chess
  • Science
  • Biochemistry
  • Volunteering

Reading

  • Drama
  • Action
  • Academic
  • Classics
  • Fantasy
  • Adult Fiction
  • Health
  • Historical
  • Adventure
  • Humor
  • Music
  • Mystery
  • Humanities
  • Leadership
  • Romance
  • Thriller
  • Young Adult
  • History
  • Social Issues
  • Science Fiction
  • Novels
  • True Story
  • Suspense
  • Tragedy
  • Cultural
  • Plays
  • Short Stories
  • Change/Advocate
  • Medicine

I read books multiple times a month.

Bio

Hi! My name is Kate, and I am a current undergraduate at Washington State University. Having graduated from Weiser High School in the class of 2023 with the highest honors, I look forward to continuing my educational journey in college and pursuing my academic goals. My ultimate life goal is to positively impact the world by helping others and caring for those in need. I strive to improve daily by challenging myself to take risks, learn new things, and be compassionate. Finally, my lifelong dream is to become a doctor to use my knowledge and skills to improve others' lives. I am driven by my desire to have a lasting, positive impact on the world, and as a doctor, I can make a difference. I am prepared to work hard and dedicate myself to making this dream a reality. I am confident that I can achieve it with the help of my family, friends, teachers, and you. Thank you for taking the time to learn more about my story and my goals. I am grateful for your support and encouragement.

Education

Washington State University

Bachelor's degree program

2023 – 2026

Majors:
  • Microbiological Sciences and Immunology
  • Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology
Minors:
  • Psychology, General
GPA3.8 GPA

Weiser High School

High School

2019 – 2022

GPA4.0 GPA

Miscellaneous

Desired degree level:
Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Medical school interest:
Yes

Career

  • Phlebotomy technician

    Medicine · Weiser Memorial Hospital

    Jan 2024 – Present

  • Lifeguard, First Responder

    Pool Lifeguard /Public Safety and Recreation · Weiser Swimming Pool

    Jan 2021 – Jan 2022

Miscellaneous

Dream career field:
Hospital & Health Care
Dream career goals:
Family Doctor
Has nursing license:
No

Future Interests

  • Advocacy
  • Volunteering
  • Philanthropy
  • Entrepreneurship
Our Destiny Our Future Scholarship
The culture of judgment permeates every aspect of our society, contributing to racial prejudice, disparity, and ignorance. Unfortunately, I have been a recipient, and it has been formative. As a child, I desired to be normal and valued for who I was, not for who I appeared to be. My vivid memories of my peers and so-called friends turning their eyes upward during recess and chanting "ching chong" remain fresh in my mind. As I ran home with tears in my eyes and sobbing in my mother's arms, I could hear their voices and giggles echoing in my head. I felt as though I was an anomaly in my small town. As I grew older, stereotypes became more evident and jokes became statements. Despite my academic achievements, I am not recognized for my grades or activities. According to my peers and society in general, my ethnicity is the only factor that has enabled me to achieve a 4.0 GPA and be adept at multiple instruments. Having been mocked and targeted for years, I never imagined it could get any worse, but the Coronavirus pandemic provided that opportunity. Now, I am a virus and a reminder of death. It has been a challenging experience - someone glaring at me at the grocery store; a young mother pulling their child away from me at the checkout line with fear in her eyes; or even the words "go back to where you came from." While I live, I will never admit to being a burden or detrimental to society in any way. Nothing about me is a burden. After speaking with others and reflecting on my experiences, I realized that racial prejudice, disparity, and ignorance are our common enemies. Other ethnic groups also face discrimination, including Arabs, Muslims, Africans, and other victims of hate crimes. It is our social responsibility to gain a deeper understanding of these issues and dialogue with each other and those who oppose them. As a result of this scholarship and by connecting with others in similar communities, I intend to empower those in similar circumstances to mine to speak out against unfair treatment and advocate for change. It is time for us to embrace change for a better world and future. With the support of scholarships like this one, I can make a difference in many people's lives. I am determined to use my knowledge and passion to impact my community and the world positively. Together, we can make a difference.
Kate Yoon Student Profile | Bold.org