This scholarship would help me achieve my educational goals by supporting me and following my dream of becoming a legal figure. Ever since I was a little girl, I've always wanted to do what's right for others and do my best to help them accomplish a big win. I plan to attend George Mason and go to their law school in order to become a real estate attorney. This financial support would help boost me in covering tuition so I can have one less worry when it comes to achieving my dream. An adversity I've always faced is being picked last, which has done nothing but motivate me to work harder and get what I want from life. I always say the best is saved for last, and when it's time to put in the work, I put my best foot forward every time. When I was younger, I experienced the unfortunate event of my mother being taken from me by a man who had a bitter soul and mindset, and legally, he got off with just a few years. And ever since then, I've always wanted to be the voice for the little guy, in a sense. Whether it's by defending them, supporting them, or just helping them mentally. In turn, that event helped shape me into a better person, making me always go for A-B Honor roll, doing extra credit, whatever is necessary to excel myself in whatever task is at hand. I also think that experience contributes to my drive to do more because while I pursue my dreams in college, I plan to open a barber shop or work in one, as I have picked up the skill and plan to earn my certification for it very soon. In five years, I know I will be coming into my senior year of undergrad at George Mason University, preparing for applications to Antonin Scalia Law School so I can continue my education in legal studies, whilst conducting an internship at a well-grounded law firm and or real estate agency. And if everything checks out, I also will be working in a barbershop or while opening my own, as I plan to cut hair on the side while I keep working at my long-term dream of becoming a real estate attorney. After succeeding in these dreams, I plan to own and rent out different apartments and buildings as a way of building future generational wealth for future generations in my family, specifically my branch of the family tree.

My name is Ty'Kema Seigler-Bibbs. I'm currently 17, coming up on 18, which is quicker than I'd like to accept, funny enough. I am and always have been a hilarious and passionate person, which tends to draw people into me and my character. If a friend or family member is hurting or upset, they always come to me, as I will always give them a laugh or even a hug if needed. I've always lived by this motto my mom gave me, "You get more with sugar than vinegar," and something about that quote just motivates me to be kinder, maybe even warmer to anyone, rather than chastise them. I've wanted to go to college ever since I was 6. It's just something that has always seemed like the right choice. I believe I can unlock doors and make connections that will allow me to secure an ample amount of experience and knowledge to lead a strong, impactful career and life overall. That dream and wish gained even more drive when I was informed the man who murdered my mother got off with little to no time, something about that turned my stomach inside out. That very day, I promised myself I would go to college and be proud of my education. For me to be able to enter rooms and unlock doors, my mother would have if she was physically here. Most of my family, including my mom, went to college for half the first semester, then dropped out. I want to be the first in my family to finish all 4 years and get my bachelor's as well. I know it's going to take a lot of work and effort, but what's a reward without the work to achieve it? I plan to become a real estate attorney with my degree, but I plan to do so much more than that. I want to launch a T-shirt designing business as well as own a full-on barbershop, and own and sell homes. While the journey will be long and challenge my motivation and drive. I know God gave me this mindset and dream for a reason and I plan to excel in my education so I when I get the absolute honor to take that final breath I will have secured a honest and beautiful wealth that God-willing can lead the next generation I eventually help raise into a wonderful life as they take over or recreate whatever I leave behind into there own desires. While my dream is a risk, I truly know in my heart that I will be something great. It has already been written; I'm just following the path set before me.