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Softball
Girl Scouts
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Exercise And Fitness
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I read books multiple times per month
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I'm Linda Manzo, a transfer student, coming into the University of California, Riverside from Ventura Community College. I'm very excited to begin furthering my education, as a first-generation student, my education is the most prized aspect of my life.
Education
University of California-Riverside
Bachelor's degree programMajors:
- Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
Minors:
- Accounting and Related Services
University of Oregon
Bachelor's degree programMajors:
- Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
Minors:
- Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other
- Psychology, General
Ventura College
Bachelor's degree programMajors:
- Accounting and Computer Science
Foothill Technology High
High SchoolMiscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Bachelor's degree program
Graduate schools of interest:
Transfer schools of interest:
Majors of interest:
- Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
Career
Dream career field:
Accounting
Dream career goals:
CPA
Front Desk Associate
SP Fitness2024 – Present12 monthsServer
Pho Gyu2022 – Present2 years
Sports
Softball
Varsity2009 – 202314 years
Public services
Volunteering
Girl Scouts2010 – Present
Future Interests
Advocacy
Volunteering
Philanthropy
Disney Channel Rewind Scholarship
So Hannah!
A crossover episode of So Random! and Hannah Montana.
Hannah is invited to host an episode of So Random, the Disney version of "Saturday Night Life", in which she is to host, act in skits, and perform a song to promote her next album. The cold open begins with Hannah, at dinner with the cast of So Random, where every member is recognized by fans, who ask Hannah to take their picture with their favorite stars of television. Each time, Hannah grows increasingly annoyed, to the point where she then calls her best friend, Lily (undercover as Lola) to crash her dinner and pretend to be a crazed fan. Upon arrival, Lola sees the cast of So Random and has the same reaction as the fans before her, asking Hannah to take a picture of her and the cast. The scene closes with Hannah, begrudgingly taking Lola's photo.
In the next skit, the boys of the cast, Grady and Nico decide to make a song. They cross Hannah while going into the studio and ask for her help. Hannah obliges and calls her father, Robby Ray (Billy Ray Cyrus) into the studio to assist. Robby glances at the lyrics and asks the boys about the meaning of the song, as it appears to be a song about American history. They explain to Robby Ray that the show is aiming to become more educational. Robby then creates a song about the American Revolution, a parody of Hannah Montana's "Nobody's Perfect", that tells the life story of George Washington and the fable of his honest cherry tree. The boys then perform the song and create a music video, where Robby Ray plays the tree that Nico cuts down.
Behind the scenes, Jackson and Rico from Hannah Montana pair with Zora to create an exciting environment. Rico is found by Jackson in the show's cafeteria area, mingling with Zora, claiming he would never miss an opportunity to get a taste of stardom. Rico plans to crash a skit while promoting himself.
Hannah's next skit takes place in a parody of the rival show universe, a show about vampires. Hannah is supposed to act in a scene where she falls in love with a vampire who mimics Chad Dylan Cooper, the star of the show. Rather than the planned actor, Rico is on stage, improvising on the scene. Annoyed, Hannah turns the plot of the skit and as the two are out to dinner, she sneaks garlic onto Rico's plate. Rico, noticing the addition of what is poisonous to vampires, is stunned, and enacts a dramatic death. Before collapsing, Rico proclaims, "They can poison me, but they can never forget R-r-r-r-r-ico!". As the curtains of the show hide the scene, security can be seen dragging Rico off the stage.
Concluding her feature on So Random!, Hannah performs her hit, "Nobody's Perfect", with her dad, Robby Ray on the guitar.
Healing Self and Community Scholarship
I would develop a comprehensive online platform that provides affordable and accessible mental health care to anyone in need. This platform would offer a range of resources, including therapy sessions, support groups, and educational materials. It would leverage technology to connect individuals with licensed professionals, ensuring that they receive personalized care from the comfort of their own homes. Additionally, I would collaborate with insurance providers and government agencies to establish affordable pricing options and reimbursement programs, making mental health care more financially accessible for individuals of all income levels. Overall, my goal would be to break down barriers and stigma surrounding mental health care, empowering individuals to seek the support they need without financial burden.
Augustus L. Harper Scholarship
I strongly believe that education is vital for personal growth and empowerment. I am a second-generation Hispanic and first-generation college student. I come from a largely Hispanic town in southern California, one that is not known for being wealthy. My family falls under the average income of California, though my parents have always made sure I have what I need. Education provides individuals, regardless of their socioeconomic status, with the tools to break free from the cycle of poverty and overcome barriers. It has brought immense value to me by opening doors to once inaccessible opportunities, allowing me to pursue my dreams and achieve success.
Beginning with my transition to a private middle school and into a lottery-chosen high school, my parents have repeatedly placed my education as their top priority. Today I am a first-year student at the University of Oregon, intending to get a B.A. in Business and will potentially minor in Psychology.
Education has not only expanded my knowledge and skills but has also given me the confidence to challenge societal norms and stereotypes. It has empowered me to voice my opinions through journalism programs such as the Foothill Dragon Press and the Daily Emerald, where I currently am the Multicultural Reporter. Being blessed with this accessibility of education has helped me advocate for myself and others and strive for equal opportunities. My quality education has been my stepping stone to self-improvement, as it has taught me critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills that are essential for personal and professional growth.
My high school and university have provided me with a platform to connect with diverse individuals and cultures, fostering a deep understanding and appreciation for diversity. It has allowed me to break down barriers and build bridges with people from different backgrounds, contributing to a more inclusive and equitable society. I am very excited to begin writing for the Daily Emerald, a non-profit organization that provides news to the greater Eugene area. My focus is on multicultural subjects, allowing me to bring my passion for journalism to communities that are underrepresented.
Education has been a powerful force in my life, enabling me to overcome challenges, pursue my passions, and create a better future for myself and my community. It has empowered me to challenge the status quo, embrace diversity, and strive for social change. Education is not just a means to gain knowledge; it is a transformative journey that has brought immense value to my life and will continue to do so.
Mental Health Importance Scholarship
My friends and I frequently joke that I am a quadruple minority. I am a low-income Hispanic Bisexual woman with General Anxiety Disorder. Aside from that, I am the only student at my school (located in Ventura, CA) who lives in Santa Paula, roughly fourteen miles away. Because Santa Paula has dealt with a less-than-honorable reputation since the 1990s, I have frequently had to undergo harmless jokes about living in such a town. Santa Paula is a mostly Hispanic city, with many sections of the city containing impoverished families and low-income assisted living. Though I am not within the low-income assisted living housing, I am a whopping two blocks away. This detail of Santa Paula doesn't mean that there isn't a welcoming community, my hometown is my top priority when considering when to give back. I hope to be able to assist recreational sports programs, such as softball, which was my home for ten years.
Being Bisexual is not something that I hide, I am proud of my sexual identity. The LGBTQ+ has been degraded for decades, however, within the Hispanic community, I feel as though it has been typically shunned. Upon coming out to my grandmother at the age of fourteen, she discarded my identity and told me that I will grow out of it. The fear of my father's disapproval has kept me from coming out to him for the past four years. Knowing that there are foundations to help the LGBTQ+ youth is soothing, for though I know that I am not endangered for expressing myself, others are. I would love to be able to provide a community within Santa Paula, for people of all ages to be able to feel safe within their communities.
I have had anxiety for as long as I can remember. In third grade, I had frequent "stomach aches" that kept me from being able to go throughout the day. My anxiety targets my stomach, causing intense nausea. If you have a twisted sense of humor, it's comical that my biggest fear is vomiting. The anxiety causes nausea which makes me more anxious out of my fear of vomit, causing an increase in the intensity of the pain. This was overlooked until last year when I began to take antidepressants for my anxiety. I finally feel confident, I'm able to leave my house without taking deep breaths to calm myself down, and I'm not as terrified of leaving my home for college. Though medication may not be a universal solution for anxiety, I want to be able to provide resources for people whose feelings were invalided such as mine. Even being included in regular conversations regarding mental health can allow for others to feel as though they are not alone.
I Can Do Anything Scholarship
My dream self has been able to successfully fulfill my childhood desire of being comfortable financially and caring for my parents as they cared for me.
Disney Super Fan Scholarship
From the ages of two to thirteen, my family and I were Disney Annual Passholders. Eventually, my attendance at a Catholic private middle school intertwined financially with our ability to frequently visit the parks.
As an only child being raised in a Southern California town two hours north of Anaheim, my parents and I would take a day trip to Disneyland at least once a month. Because we were not able to afford vacations, Disney became our outlet for quality time spent together. My earliest memories consist of the days after school in Kindergarten when my mom and I would take a spontaneous trip to Disney, my first time on Splash Mountain in 2010, and watching the fireworks while placed on my dad's shoulders. My favorite memories of my childhood were spent at Disneyland, not only with my parents but with my extended family as well. Though I have no siblings, I have a cousin who is seven months younger than me, with whom I shared a softball team, a classroom, and most importantly, shared Disney memories. Together, we planned our Disney days in elementary school, which rides we would get on first and the sweets we would beg to eat. As we've grown to continue to find joy within Disney, our forms of love for it have grown with us. Since the release of the film "Up", the running joke within my family has been that our grandfather shared numerous similarities to Carl. In memory of our grandpa, we plan on getting matching tattoos of a balloon to symbolize the connection between the film and our grandpa. From my family being a Disney family to my entire extended family enjoying themselves at the parks, Disney has been a connecting passion within our homes for years. The ability of such a place to create a bond between people is as beautiful as it is magical.
My favorite thing about Disney is not the movies, not the characters, or any of the plentiful companies it's acquired. My favorite thing about Disney is not even the parks. My favorite thing about Disney is its ability to connect people.
Last summer, my mom was finally able to use the points available from the discontinued program Disney Movie Rewards to grant my family access to Disney Studios in Burbank. A group consisting of my family, cousins, and grandmother, were able to receive a once-in-a-lifetime look into Disney's history through an immersive tour. Through this experience, I found that I want my future to be within the Disney company.
I began with a desire to become an Imagineer, then remembered that I do not excel in math and science. Luckily, Disney is plentiful in positions available. I am attending the University of Oregon to major in Business, which I plan to use to later become incorporated within the management of the Disney parks. I now aspire to manage a Disney hotel, my goal being the Disneyland Hotel.
I find peace within the nostalgia that Disney is able to produce. When I enter the parks, though they are everchanging, I can still spot the places I laughed with my grandfather, trick-or-treated during Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, and the ride my fear of elevators derived from. Being able to share such a special connection with loved ones over a shared place is sacred. I hope to one day grant such a privilege to others.