This mindset I have now is all due to my mother; the woman who had the greatest impact on my life. Everything I am today is because of her, even my love for Mathematics is influenced by her. Mathematics is my first love. Whether it be engaging with numbers to determine the viability of a design or creating new machinery that solves a societal problem, I know that I would be fortunate to use my passion to help others. Service to others and humanity has been instilled in me my entire life. In 2013 during Hurricane Ida the water was backed up leaving huge pools of water all around my neighborhood. A family lost 3 of its members as the water came rushing into their basement apartment trapping them under gallons of water and dirt. This helped me make up my mind that I wanted to become an Engineer. As an engineer, I would design reservoirs or basins that are environmentally friendly and have the capacity to handle vast amounts of runoff and flood waters when significant weather events occur. Additionally, I would like to update the neighborhood sewer systems to not only collect the runoff but at the same time filter collected water so it can be possibly reused as drinking water or saved for irrigation. This is not only to find a solution for the drainage problem but also to reduce my neighborhood's carbon footprint. Unnecessary loss of life due to poor drainage that can be easily rectified is my motivation for wanting to become an engineer. As an engineer I can advocate for appropriate infrastructure from the perspective as an industry professional that can ensure the most sustainable and environmentally friendly solution for my overlooked community. As a community member I can organize my neighbors to leverage their talents so we can advocate for ourselves together as one unit. There is power in numbers! With unified voices we can be seen and heard by those we entrust and elected to advocate for us and hold them accountable. I find that you must be the change you want to see in the world. Attending college to become a Mechanical Engineer is my first step in realizing this dream and utilizing my first love to make the world a better place than I found it. That is the example my mother set for me, and I want to do the same for others. I want to know I left the world, my country and my community better than I found it

Growing up I remember hearing my phone ring at 10 pm and it would be my mother in need of my help making it through the door. She was too weak sometimes to walk. She'd collapse on the couch and lie there until she regained enough energy to make it up to her bed and rest for the night, only to go to work the next day. Seeing this as a kid wasn't always easy as both my mother's kidneys failed after giving birth to my brother. Most nights I wanted to cry every time I saw this. But I knew I had to stay strong. Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday when my mother was at dialysis, I learned that I had to persevere and be determined because as my mom could do it after all those long nights so could I. This was an obstacle I had to face that truly made me stronger. When work got too much at school, I would simply take my time and persevere through it by studying and never giving up. In karate, I worked hard, whether it be in class or by training on my own time, to progress through the belt rankings. This mindset I have now is all due to my mother; the woman who had the greatest impact on my life. Everything I am today is because of her, even my love for Mathematics is influenced by her. Mathematics is my first love. Whether it be engaging with numbers to determine the viability of a design or creating new machinery that solves a societal problem, I know that I would be fortunate to use my passion to help others. Service to others and humanity has been instilled in me my entire life. During Hurricane Ida the water was backed up leaving huge pools of water all around my neighborhood. A family lost 3 of its members as the water came rushing into their basement apartment trapping them under gallons of water and dirt. As an engineer, I would want to design reservoirs or basins that are environmentally friendly and have the capacity to handle vast amounts of runoff and flood waters when significant weather events occur. Additionally, I would like to update the neighborhood sewer systems to not only collect the runoff but at the same time filter collected water so it can be possibly reused as drinking water or saved for irrigation. This is not only to find a solution for the drainage problem and reduce my neighborhood's carbon footprint. Unnecessary loss of life due to poor drainage that can be easily rectified is my motivation for wanting to become an engineer. As an engineer I can advocate for appropriate infrastructure from the perspective as an industry professional that can ensure the most sustainable and environmentally friendly solution for my overlooked community. As a member of my community I can organize my neighbors to leverage their talents so we can advocate for ourselves together as one unit. There is power in numbers with many voices we can be heard and seen by those we entrust and elected to advocate for us and hold them accountable. I find that you must be the change you want to see in the world and attending college to become a Mechanical Engineer is my first step in realizing this dream and utilizing my first love to make the world a better place than I found it. That is the example my mother set for me and I want to do the same for others.

The study of Calculus is vital in STEM because it helps us grasp change. Calculus can quantify and evaluate dynamic systems like changing velocity in physics, and curve slopes in engineering. Derivatives and integrals are crucial in physics. The derivative depicts immediate rates of change, such as how quickly an item accelerates under a force, while integrals determine distance traveled over time given a velocity function. Many current physics, including Newtonian mechanics, electromagnetism, and quantum mechanics, cannot be expressed mathematically without calculus. Many natural laws are expressed in calculus. Electric and magnetic fields interact according to Maxwell's equations. Multivariable calculus is needed to solve these partial differential equations. Calculus-derived differential equations are used to build structures, circuits, and mechanical systems in engineering. Calculus is used to predict material behavior under various forces when analyzing stress and strain. Optimization, essential to many STEM professions, relies on mathematics. Optimization seeks the optimal solution within limits. Optimization helps engineers create efficient devices, computer scientists develop algorithms, and economists maximize revenues or decrease costs. In each scenario, calculus identifies maximum or minimum function values for optimal results. I have seen how calculus helps me understand complex events as a physics student. I like how calculus could deduce the equations of motion from Newton's second law in classical mechanics. In recent electromagnetism classes, I learned how integral calculus calculates electric fields from continuous charge distributions. These examples show how calculus goes beyond computation to explain the universe. Calculus improves critical thinking and problem-solving beyond its technical value. Calculus involves logical thinking, attention to detail, and creativity—skills needed in every STEM field. I established a mindset that helps me overcome academic and life issues by methodically approaching problems and breaking them down into manageable chunks. STEM careers require students of color to work harder to overcome obstacles just to make others believe they deserve a seat at the table. The hard work I put into my studies of calculus symbolizes my drive to excel in a career with a lack of African American representation. Each equation and topic I learn advances my position to meaningfully contribute to science and technology and chart a path for those who come after me. Calculus is essential in STEM since it helps explain change, explain natural laws, optimize solutions, and develop critical thinking. As Mathematics is my first love, Calculus is vital to my goal of becoming a Mechanical Engineer and advancing knowledge. Calculus taught me about the universe and understanding it has given me the unique opportunity to make my mark on it.

The mindset I have now is all due to my mother; the woman who had the greatest impact on my life. Everything I am today because of her, even my love for Mathematics is influenced by her. Mathematics is my first love. Whether it be engaging with numbers to determine the viability of a design or creating new machinery that solves a societal problem, I know that I would be fortunate to use my passion to help others. Service to others and humanity has been instilled in me my entire life. During Hurricane Ida the water was backed up leaving huge pools of water all around my neighborhood. A family lost 3 of its members as the water came rushing into their basement apartment trapping them under gallons of water and dirt. As an engineer, I would want to design reservoirs or basins that are environmentally friendly and have the capacity to handle vast amounts of runoff and flood waters when significant weather events occur. Additionally, I would like to update the neighborhood sewer systems to not only collect the runoff but at the same time filter collected water so it can be possibly reused as drinking water or saved for irrigation to not only find a solution for the drainage problem but reduce my neighborhood's carbon footprint. Unnecessary loss of life due to poor drainage that can be easily rectified is my motivation for wanting to become an engineer. As an engineer I can advocate for appropriate infrastructure from the perspective as an industry professional that can ensure the most sustainable and environmentally friendly solution for my overlooked community. I find that you must be the change you want to see in the world and attending college to become a Mechanical Engineer is my first step in realizing this dream and utilizing my first love to make the world a better place than I found it. That is the example my mother set for me. I want to do the same for others so I can know I left the world, my country and my community better than I found it. I attend Morehouse College. At Morehouse I am pursuing a dual degree in Mechanical Engineering and Applied Physics. Not only will my future career include these two areas of study, but I hope to start my own company. In starting my own company I will create spaces to introduce the youth into the workforce. This will allow a space for youth to gain valuable experience in the workforce so they can go forth and realize their full potential. All this would not be possible without education and that is why receiving a college education will help me to create diverse and equitable spaces to help give voice to the voiceless and advocate for quality and equitable resources for the underserved as we all deserve a world that is fair and just.

During Hurricane Ida the water was backed up leaving huge pools of water all around my neighborhood. A family lost 3 of its members as the water came rushing into their basement apartment trapping them under gallons of water and dirt. As an engineer, I would want to design reservoirs or basins that are environmentally friendly and have the capacity to handle vast amounts of runoff and flood waters when significant weather events occur. Additionally, I would like to update the neighborhood sewer systems to not only collect the runoff but at the same time filter collected water so it can be possibly reused as drinking water or saved for irrigation to not only find a solution for the drainage problem but reduce my neighborhood's carbon footprint. Unnecessary loss of life due to poor drainage that can be easily rectified is my motivation for wanting to become an engineer. As an engineer I can advocate for appropriate infrastructure from the perspective as an industry professional that can ensure the most sustainable and environmentally friendly solution for my overlooked community. I find that you must be the change you want to see in the world and attending college to become a Mechanical Engineer is my first step in realizing this dream and utilizing my first love to make the world a better place than I found it. That is the example my mother set for me. I want to do the same for others so I can know I left the world, my country and my community better than I found it. At Morehouse I am pursuing a dual degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Applied Physics. My education would help me advocate for quality and equitable resources for the underserved as we all deserve a world that is fair and just.

Growing up I remember hearing my phone ring at 10 pm and it would be my mother in need of my help making it through the door. She was too weak sometimes to walk. She'd collapse on the couch and lie there until she regained enough energy to make it up to her bed and rest for the night, only to go to work the next day. Seeing this as a kid wasn't always easy as both my mother's kidneys failed after giving birth to my brother. Most nights I wanted to cry every time I saw this. But I knew I had to stay strong. Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday when my mother was at dialysis I learned that I had to persevere and be determined because as my mom could do it after all those long nights so could I. This was an obstacle I had to face that truly made me stronger. When work got too much at school, I would simply take my time and persevere through it by studying and never giving up. In karate, I worked hard, whether it be in class or by training on my own time, to progress through the belt rankings. This mindset I have now is all due to my mother; the woman who had the greatest impact on my life. Everything I am today is because of her, even my love for Mathematics. Mathematics is my first love. Whether it be engaging with numbers to determine the viability of a design or creating new machinery that solves a societal problem, I know that I would be fortunate to use my passion to help others. Service to others and humanity has been instilled in me my entire life. During Hurricane Ida the water was backed up leaving huge pools of water all around my neighborhood. A family lost 3 of its members as the water came rushing into their basement apartment trapping them under gallons of water and dirt. As an engineer, I would want to design reservoirs or basins that are environmentally friendly and have the capacity to handle vast amounts of runoff and flood waters when significant weather events occur. Additionally, I would like to update the neighborhood sewer systems to not only collect the runoff but at the same time filter collected water so it can be possibly reused as drinking water or saved for irrigation to not only find a solution for the drainage problem but reduce my neighborhood's carbon footprint. Unnecessary loss of life due to poor drainage that can be easily rectified is motivation for me to become an engineer. As an engineer I can advocate for appropriate infrastructure from the perspective as an industry professional that can ensure the most sustainable and environmentally friendly solution for my overlooked community. I find that you must be the change you want to see in the world and attending college to become a Mechanical Engineer is my first step in realizing this dream and utilizing my first love to make the world a better place than I found it! That is the example my mother set for me. I want to do the same for others so I can know I left the world, my country and my community better than I found it.

Mathematics is my first love. Whether it be engaging with numbers to determine the viability of a design or creating new machinery that solves a societal problem, I know that I would be fortunate to use my passion to help others. The drainage system in my community has been a problem for as long as I can remember. Since I was a young child, every time it rains there is always flooding. You can guarantee that every time there is significant rainfall, streets, basements, and businesses are inundated with water. After years of minor fixes in October of 2021 is when the City of New York finally had to take notice. During Hurricane Ida the water was backed up leaving huge pools of water all around my neighborhood. A family lost 3 of its members as the water came rushing into their basement apartment trapping them under gallons of water and dirt. As an engineer, I would want to design reservoirs or basins that are environmentally friendly and have the capacity to handle vast amounts of runoff and flood waters when significant weather events occur. Additionally, I would like to update the neighborhood sewer systems to not only collect the runoff but at the same time filter collected water so it can be possibly reused as drinking water or saved for irrigation to not only find a solution for the drainage problem but reduce my neighborhood's carbon footprint. Unnecessary loss of life due to poor drainage that can be easily rectified is motivation for me to become an engineer. As an engineer I can advocate for appropriate infrastructure from the perspective as an industry professional that can ensure the most sustainable and environmentally friendly solution for my overlooked community. I found that you must be the change you want to see in the world and attending college to become a Mechanical Engineer is my first step in realizing this dream of mine utilizing my first love to make the world a better place than I found it! This fall I will attend Morehouse College I plan to pursue a dual degree in mechanical engineering and applied mathematics. With degrees in these two areas areas I hope to start my own company. I will create spaces to introduce the youth into the workforce. This will allow for valuable experience necessary that will allow students to be successful. By attending college I can create a place where all people can come together to learn about engineering no matter who they are or what level of expertise they have. All this would not be possible without education and that is why education will help me to create diverse and equitable spaces in any setting I may find myself in.

Most nights I wanted to cry but I knew I had to stay strong. Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday when my mother was at dialysis, I learned that I had to persevere and be determined because as my mom could do it so could I. This was an obstacle I had to face that truly made me stronger. When work got too much at school, I would simply take my time and persevere through it by studying and never giving up. In karate, I worked hard, whether it be in class or by training on my own time, to progress through the belt rankings. During Hurricane Ida the water was backed up leaving huge pools of water all around my neighborhood. A family lost 3 of its members as the water came rushing into their basement apartment trapping them under water and dirt. As an engineer, I would want to design reservoirs or basins that are environmentally friendly and have the capacity to handle vast amounts of runoff and flood waters when significant weather events occur. Additionally, I would like to update the neighborhood sewer systems to not only collect the runoff but at the same time filter collected water so it can be possibly reused as drinking water or saved for irrigation to not only find a solution for the drainage problem but reduce my neighborhood's carbon footprint. Unnecessary loss of life due to poor drainage that can be easily rectified is my motivation for wanting to become an engineer. As an engineer I can advocate for appropriate infrastructure from the perspective as an industry professional that can ensure the most sustainable and environmentally friendly solution for my overlooked community. I find that you must be the change you want to see in the world and attending college to become a Mechanical Engineer is my first step in realizing this dream and utilizing my first love to make the world a better place than I found it. That is the example my mother set for me. I want to do the same for others so I can know I left the world, my country and my community better than I found it. In the fall I will attend Morehouse College. At Morehouse I plan to pursue a dual degree in mechanical engineering and applied physics. Not only will my future career include these two areas of study, but I hope to start my own company. In starting my own company I will create spaces to introduce the youth into the workforce. This will allow a space for youth to gain valuable experience in the workforce so they can go forth and realize their full potential. All this would not be possible without education and that is why receiving a college education will help me to create diverse and equitable spaces to help give voice to the voiceless and advocate for quality and equitable resources for the underserved as we all deserve a world that is fair and just.

Most nights I wanted to cry but I knew I had to stay strong. Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday when my mother was at dialysis, I learned that I had to persevere and be determined because as my mom could do it so could I. This was an obstacle I had to face that truly made me stronger. When work got too much at school, I would simply take my time and persevere through it by studying and never giving up. In karate, I worked hard, whether it be in class or by training on my own time, to progress through the belt rankings. During Hurricane Ida the water was backed up leaving huge pools of water all around my neighborhood. A family lost 3 of its members as the water came rushing into their basement apartment trapping them under water and dirt. As an engineer, I would want to design reservoirs or basins that are environmentally friendly and have the capacity to handle vast amounts of runoff and flood waters when significant weather events occur. Additionally, I would like to update the neighborhood sewer systems to not only collect the runoff but at the same time filter collected water so it can be possibly reused as drinking water or saved for irrigation to not only find a solution for the drainage problem but reduce my neighborhood's carbon footprint. Unnecessary loss of life due to poor drainage that can be easily rectified is my motivation for wanting to become an engineer. As an engineer I can advocate for appropriate infrastructure from the perspective as an industry professional that can ensure the most sustainable and environmentally friendly solution for my overlooked community. I find that you must be the change you want to see in the world and attending college to become a Mechanical Engineer is my first step in realizing this dream and utilizing my first love to make the world a better place than I found it. That is the example my mother set for me. I want to do the same for others so I can know I left the world, my country and my community better than I found it. In the fall I will attend Morehouse College. At Morehouse I plan to pursue a dual degree in mechanical engineering and applied physics. Not only will my future career include these two areas of study, but I hope to start my own company. In starting my own company I will create spaces to introduce the youth into the workforce. This will allow a space for youth to gain valuable experience in the workforce so they can go forth and realize their full potential. All this would not be possible without education and that is why receiving a college education will help me to create diverse and equitable spaces to help give voice to the voiceless and advocate for quality and equitable resources for the underserved as we all deserve a world that is fair and just.

Growing up there are a few things that my mother always said to me that I thought were totally annoying but when I look back, she was giving me life lessons and I did not even realize it. If you “Huh” you can hear, Treat others as you wish to be treated, there is no such thing as a free lunch, failing to plan is planning to fail and do the right thing even when no one is watching. I did not realize it at the time but my mom unbeknownst to me was imparting life long to me. It always sounded like a bunch of noise to me but in the back of my mind these are lessons that I realized that If I abide by, I would be successful in all my endeavors. Maybe one day when I can take the “I told you so”, I will thank her because she gave me some gems that have helped me become the person I am today. My mother is a teacher and even though she dealt with Kidney Failure I watched her go to work every day; sometimes it seems as though she dragged herself out the house. She said to me” I go to work every day and work my hardest for the children of others, so that your teachers will work as hard for you.” This stuck with me and so I always made sure to help others wherever I could, whether it was shoveling snow, doing yard work for elderly neighbors, making sure my chores were done and helping my mom with her everyday task to ease her burden. I found that you must be the change you want to see in the world. Being the change I want to see in the world I have done a few things throughout my high school career to embrace change. I was inspired to commit to the BLM Task Force and the Annual BLM Day of Action. Participating in these activities allowed me to educate my peers on systematic and social issues that are still faced by African Americans today. To highlight the achievements of the Black community this year’s Day of Action’s theme was celebrating “Black Joy”. We highlighted black joy through many workshops; some of these workshops included black hair care accompanied by Marsai Martin's Hulu documentary, along with discussing the history of the n-word which I organized and facilitated. During my freshman year in high school I found myself protesting for basic rights that should be afforded to all, but many in our society still feel African Americans should not have. I thought that in my lifetime it would not be necessary for me to march and advocate for humane treatment. Yet, I still found that I was marching for the same rights that leaders of the Civil Rights Movement marched for generations before me. Resolution for these issues is engaging young people such as myself to mobilize and engage in peaceful protest and advocacy. If youth do not advocate for themselves and bring attention to these issues who is going to make society take notice? Social action and advocacy are necessary, so that like those before me today’s youth can do their part for the next generation. It is through this work that I have begun to have a positive impact on others and have embarked on a road that will allow me to be the change that I wish to see, not only in just my community but the world at large.

Tenth grade was the first time I took a physics course. My first thought was this course was not going to pique my interest; however, I was sadly mistaken. When I began work on energy and collisions which required applying mathematics to real-world scenarios, it was at this moment I realized that physics is fun. Being able to use mathematics which I am so passionate about allowed me to find an avenue in which I could further my study and explore its real world applications. This class along with my love for Mathematics that I've possessed since childhood, showed me I could be happy pursuing my first love and still have a viable future. Whether it be engaging with numbers to determine the viability of a design or creating new machinery that solves a societal problem, I know that I would be fortunate to use my passion to help others. The drainage system in my community has been a problem for as long as I can remember. Since I was a young child, every time it rains there is always flooding. You can guarantee that every time there is significant rainfall, streets, basements, and businesses are inundated with water. After years of minor fixes in October of 2021 is when the City of New York finally had to take notice. During Hurricane Ida the water was backed up leaving huge pools of water all around my neighborhood. A family lost 3 of its members as the water came rushing into their basement apartment trapping them under gallons of water and dirt. As an engineer, I would want to design reservoirs or basins that are environmentally friendly and have the capacity to handle vast amounts of runoff and flood waters when significant weather events occur. Additionally, I would like to update the neighborhood sewer systems to not only collect the runoff but at the same time filter collected water so it can be possibly reused as drinking water or saved for irrigation to not only find a solution for the drainage problem but reduce my neighborhood's carbon footprint. Unnecessary loss of life due to poor drainage that can be easily rectified motivated me to become an engineer. As an engineer I can advocate for appropriate infrastructure from the perspective as an industry professional that can ensure the most sustainable and environmentally friendly solution for my overlooked community. I found that you must be the change you want to see in the world and attending college to become a Mechanical Engineer is my first step in realizing this dream of mine utilizing my first love to make the world a better place than I found it. I have worked very hard throughout my academic career, all for this moment. As I am right on the cusp of making a college education a reality for myself I do not want to do so at the detriment of my family. Assistance to help finance my education will allow me to not only better myself but allow me to be in a position to pay it forward to others. The assistance this award would provide will allow this dream of mine to come to fruition. If you see me as a worthy candidate your assistance would be a tremendous help with allowing me to obtain a college education and being able to do my part to make the world a better place.

Growing up there are a few things that my mother always said to me that I thought were totally annoying but when I look back, she was giving me life lessons and I did not even realize it. If you “Huh” you can hear, Treat others as you wish to be treated, there is no such thing as a free lunch, failing to plan is planning to fail and do the right thing even when no one is watching. I did not realize it at the time by my mom unbeknownst was telling me: 1. Always listen when people are speaking to you. 2. If you are looking for a specific type of treatment from others, you must reciprocate that treatment yourself 3. Nothing in life is handed to you and you must work hard for everything you get. 4. Not being prepared makes your life more difficult than what it needs to be. 5. Always put your best foot forward because you never know when you will need or encounter someone later on. It always sounded like a bunch of noise to me but in the back of my mind these are lessons that I realized that If I abide by, I would be successful in all my endeavors. Maybe one day when I can take the “I told you so”, I will thank her because she gave me some gems that have helped me become the person I am today. Being a strong student with expectations laid down by my mother, I assumed that Bard High School Early College Queens (BHSEC) was a sure thing. However, my confidence crumbled after I received a letter from BHSEC stating that I was on their waitlist. I put in so much work only to be let down significantly. My plan for my life felt shattered as I had not truly thought of where I would go if Bard rejected me. Amid all this turmoil I still had to move forward as life does every day. I sat down and had to redirect myself. I began working on math courses using Khan Academy and using Kaplan companies’ online resources for work in English to prepare me for high school. I then sat and combed through my high school lists for the best school for me and settled on the Queens School of Inquiry. Instead of letting my rejection depress me, I used it as motivation to work harder so that when it came time for college I would never be denied again and experience that same feeling of rejection I did not getting into Bard. Even though with hard work and perseverance I did eventually make it into Bard, those lessons are what helped guide me. When I entered high school there were many opportunities that presented themselves for me to serve. I was inspired to commit to the BLM Task Force and the Annual BLM Day of Action. Participating in these activities allowed me to educate my peers on systematic and social issues that are still faced by African Americans today. I found that you must be the change you want to see in the world. First, at my school, I found that black culture is something that some of my classmates feel can be exploited. They often felt it was funny to say the n-word because they were friendly with other students of color. I was tired of standing by and feeling like nothing could be done, so I joined the Black Lives Matter Task Force. It was here that I decided to facilitate a workshop during the BLM day of action discussing the history of the n-word and its impacts on the Black community. It not only allowed me to advocate for myself but also provided me the opportunity to have an honest conversation with those in my school community that may not have known or choose not to realize the impact of this word. Another part of our work on the taskforce is to highlight the achievements of the Black community. This year for our Day of Action the theme was celebrating “Black Joy”. We highlighted black joy through many workshops; some of these workshops included black hair care accompanied by Marsai Martin's Hulu documentary, teaching games played by those belonging to the African diaspora such as mancala and ludo, along with watching movies that highlighted black joy. These activities helped me to gain a deeper understanding of the greatness and accomplishments of the African American community but also allowed me to showcase this to my classmates as well. In the fall I will attend Morehouse College. At Morehouse I plan to pursue a dual degree in mechanical engineering and applied mathematics. Not only will my future career include these two areas of study, but I hope to start my own company. In starting my own company I will create spaces to introduce the youth into the workforce. This will allow for valuable experience so they can go forth and spread their knowledge with others. By attending college I can create a place where all people can come together to learn about engineering no matter who they are or what level of expertise they have. All this would not be possible without education and that is why education will help me to create diverse and equitable spaces in any setting I may find myself in. I hope that the David Pruitt Award selection committee sees that I am a worth candidate to help me achieve my dreams realize and my goals by see that I am a worthy recipient of this award.