Being a black immigrant in the US, my journey in STEM has been shaped by considerable financial challenges. I am currently a junior in Electrical Engineering at Louisiana Tech University. My parents live outside the US, which makes all the burden of paying for my education on myself. This situation represents my biggest challenge as I go through my junior year and prepare for my professional programs. The financial stress is complex. Apart from my tuition, books, important study materials and the rising cost of living make a serious challenge. At the beginning of every quarter, I cautiously not only plan my school schedule but also for my work schedule because every hour counts toward keeping my dreams alive. This constant act of balancing between my demanding engineering major and work hours restricts the amount of time I invest in my extracurricular activities and research opportunities. This worry about whether I will have enough to cover for my academic cost each quarter sometimes distracts me from my studies. I aspire to contribute to the field of renewable energy, such as electrical vehicles and charging infrastructures and charging a sector that I am convinced is crucial for a sustainable future. I see myself working on innovative solutions to use clean power and inspiring other women to pursue their goals in STEM regardless of financial obstacles. Receiving the Victoria Johnson Minority Women in STEM scholarship would change everything for me. It would relieve some of my financial struggles and allow me to focus more time and energy on my academic work. This scholarship may not seem like a lot but it would make a big impact in my academic progress. Anticipating what is next, my success in renewable energy will demonstrate the power of perseverance and determination, especially for immigrant minority women. I plan to use my experience to mentor other female engineers, share my story and prove that financial barriers, though challenging, can be overcome. I want to involve myself in outreach and possibly create a small fund for students dealing with similar financial difficulties. My journey has taught me that any act of support, no matter how small, can make a big difference. This scholarship is not just an investment into my education but also into the future where more women in STEM can reach their full potential regardless of their financial background and make a positive impact to the world.