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Reading
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Education
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I read books multiple times per week
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LOW INCOME STUDENT
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Lindsay Becker
685
Bold Points1x
Finalist1x
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Lindsay Becker
685
Bold Points1x
Finalist1x
WinnerBio
As an incoming 1L at Barry University, Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law, I am passionate about getting my Juris Doctorate in order to pursue a career in victim advocacy. I want to make a difference in my community and use my legal education to help those who have been affected by violent crimes. During my undergraduate years at the University of Central Florida I crafted my curriculum to not only advance my understanding of the law, but to also gain insight on the human mind so I can best help survivors navigate sensitive legal issues. I also worked a full-time job throughout my undergraduate years, and have been working three jobs at once since graduating in order to help alleviate the upcoming financial burden of law school. My work ethic and unstoppable determination are two important skills that will lead me to succeed in law school and aid me in my mission to transform victims rights laws. I am excited to start the first chapter in obtaining my Juris Doctorate and I am even more excited to use my knowledge of the law to make our world a better place.
Education
Barry University
Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)Majors:
- Law
University of Central Florida
Bachelor's degree programMajors:
- Political Science and Government
Miscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Graduate schools of interest:
Transfer schools of interest:
Majors of interest:
- Law
Career
Dream career field:
Law Practice
Dream career goals:
Attorney
Legal Assistant
Manley, Deas & Kochalski2022 – Present2 yearsVIP Service Waitress
The Vangaurd Live2022 – Present2 yearsWall Street Orlando
Wall Street Orlando2023 – Present1 yearBartender
The Knights Pub2019 – 20223 years
Sports
Artistic Gymnastics
Varsity2007 – 20158 years
Research
Law
University of Central Florida — Research Specialist2020 – 2021
Public services
Volunteering
National Alliance on Mental Illness — Fundraising Director2021 – 2021Volunteering
Delta Delta Delta Women's Fraternity — Fundraising Member2019 – 2022
Future Interests
Advocacy
Politics
Volunteering
Philanthropy
Entrepreneurship
Combined Worlds Scholarship
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