Since I came to college, my friends and I have built the greatest friend group ever. We joke every day about each other and trust me, no one is safe. You could be just chilling and get attacked for no reason. There is never a dull day with them and I mean never. We could legitimately have a whole conversation in public with the infinite 'lore' we've created, and no one else would understand. Each of them has a unique personality that completes the group, and no matter who you look at, everyone has a nickname or a joke made about them, but of course, nothing offensive. My personal favorite is the one we've created for the oldest one in the group. Although he's just one year, year older than the rest of us, we make it seem like it's decades. We love calling him the 'protector,' and he hates that name, although it seems to be the inevitable truth. There was a time when we were getting food late at night at a halal spot near our dorms, and there was this interesting woman. Mind you, this was our first time meeting her, and we were having a conversation about life and all that interesting stuff, but that's beside the point. In the middle of us talking—there were like six of us—out of nowhere, she goes, 'I can tell you're the protector; make sure you protect them.' We all started dying of laughter because what are the odds? Since then, his nickname has been the 'protector.' He hates it, but we all love it.

Thank you for this opportunity to talk about myself and my aspirations. Sometimes, when I think about it, coming up with a straightforward answer can be challenging. One thing I know for sure is I care deeply about my community. Growing up in Haiti, I experienced the challenges of unreliable electricity access. While we had electricity, it was often unpredictable, with power coming on randomly, usually under the cover of night, making it difficult to enjoy fully. Although electricity was scarce, my family still had fortunate access to electricity. I kept thinking of multiple ways of making electricity accessible to everyone in my community. Then suddenly, a brilliant idea hit me. My father and I created a charging station for our neighborhood. When I brought up this idea to my father, it seemed daunting—an impossible task. The large quantity of outlets scattered around the house would be far from ideal and unsafe. I was determined to come up with a solution. I surveyed my surroundings, and there it was: the perfect size plank for installing the outlets. Of course, my father, a former electrician, handled all of the intricate wiring; my doing it would probably result in a lethal bomb when it was powered on. What started as a community initiative evolved into a thriving business. We charged a minimal fee, generating much-needed income for our family. Yet, the most gratifying aspect for me was the expression of gratitude from the community. I was ecstatic, realizing the positive impact I could make. At this moment, I truly understood the power of creativity and that I would enjoy doing it. Growing up in Haiti, free education was a distant dream, and my parents worked tirelessly to keep me in school. The struggle continued, with moments when they fell behind on payments, putting my education at risk. Suddenly, the U.S. became my new home with a world of opportunities and, most importantly, free education! This was a turning point in my journey, emphasizing the value of accessible education. I now had access to endless research tools. This fueled my curiosity to gain knowledge and became the foundation for my aspirations to become an engineer. I plan to take advantage of my opportunities and become an essential societal individual. I also dream of giving back to my parents for all those years of sacrifice. In the end, I want to be a source of inspiration for young minds, showing them that their circumstances do not define their potential. By using my knowledge and creativity, I want to contribute to a world where everyone, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to pursue their dreams and make a meaningful difference. Thank you for taking the time to read my response, and I'll be grateful for any consideration given to me.