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MONCKS CORNER, SC
Age
17
Gender
Male
Religion
Christian
Church
Nondenominational
Hobbies and interests
Advertising
Archaeology
Athletic Training
Basketball
Football
Soccer
Business And Entrepreneurship
Finance
Sports
Fishing
Spending Time With Friends and Family
Accounting
Reading
Sports and Games
Politics
History
Religion
Social Issues
I read books daily
US CITIZENSHIP
US Citizen
FIRST GENERATION STUDENT
Yes
Logan Gaddy
2,375
Bold Points1x
Finalist1x
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Logan Gaddy
2,375
Bold Points1x
Finalist1x
WinnerBio
As a student at a small Christian school, I have been inspired and surrounded by the values of faith, compassion, and community. Where I'm from we come together in unity to solve everyday issues. I have big dreams and aspirations and am dedicated to working hard to achieve them. I strive to be a positive representative of my community and to embody its values in everything I do. I am committed to academic excellence, personal growth, and making a meaningful contribution to the world around me. I look forward to representing my family as a first-generation college student!
Education
Saint John's Christian Academy
High SchoolGPA:
4
Miscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Bachelor's degree program
Majors of interest:
- Engineering, General
- Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
- Engineering Mechanics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Journalism
- Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
Career
Dream career field:
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Dream career goals:
Summer maintenance around campus. Monday-Friday.
St. John's Christian Academy2022 – 2022Team Member
Chick-fil-A2023 – 2023
Sports
Soccer
Varsity2024 – Present8 months
Awards
- Most Improved Player
Football
Varsity2022 – Present2 years
Football
Junior Varsity2021 – 2021
Basketball
Varsity2024 – Present8 months
Basketball
Junior Varsity2021 – 20232 years
Research
Criminology
Trident Tech — Researcher2024 – 2024
Public services
Volunteering
Miracle League — I helped a young boy named Christian who was bound to a wheelchair have the opportunity to play baseball for the first time.2024 – 2024Volunteering
Ronald McDonald House — Donor2023 – 2024Volunteering
Operation Christmas Child — Donor2018 – 2024Volunteering
National Beta Club — I baked many batches of cookies and brownies for the elderly, police officers, and firemen. I distributed these at various homes and stations afterwards!2023 – 2024
Future Interests
Volunteering
Entrepreneurship
Palmetto Men’s Club Purpose Scholarship
WinnerIn 10 years, I envision myself as a successful engineer, making a positive impact in my community, and becoming the first person in my family to graduate from college. Although I'm a 17-year-old rising senior with an uncertain future, I have dreams of making a difference! Therefore my dream is to pursue a career in engineering and use my skills to create a better world for future generations.
Growing up, in a household with seven children, my parents sacrificed just about every penny they had on us children. Even though my stepdad worked for a middle-class salary, my mom was forced to leave her dream job due to her fight against polycystic kidney disease. With so many people to provide for it caused limited opportunities for me and my siblings due to lack of substantial income. My parents never really had the opportunity to attend college because of financial struggles forcing them to immediately enter the workforce. I am determined to break that cycle and be the first person in my family to graduate from college. This goal is not only important to me but also to my family who has sacrificed every bit of their time for me, ensuring a better future that they weren't fortunate enough to obtain.
To even think about achieving a major in engineering gives me goosebumps. Engineering is a field that embodies everything I condone. The creativity, innovative skills, and opportunity to allow me to solve problems with my colleagues in our community is what sticks out to me the most and I believe that this perfect makeup allows me to be the best person I can be. Engineering presents so many ways to contribute to the community, whether it be through developing more advanced technologies, improving infrastructures, or addressing local issues. I am passionate about using engineering to create positive change.
To achieve my maximum potential I must work diligently to fulfill my vision for my future in engineering. I know that remaining focused is crucial to achieving my ambitions. Pursuing a degree in engineering will require a sense of dedication, perseverance, and a genuine commitment. Thankfully I believe that I am prepared to face these challenges, allowing me to push myself to reach new heights in my career.
I am stoked to see what the future holds. I believe that there's no challenge too big to tackle. While I've had many tell me that majoring in engineering could be too challenging and demanding, I am highly confident in my abilities allowing me to move past such a common belief. Through my eagerness to strive for excellence not only can I achieve my goals but help those around me do the same.