Elm

Cumulative GPA: 4.2

Desired College and Major: I’d like to study accounting and finance.

What is your career objective?
I want to start my professional career as an accountant. Over time, I hope to earn promotions and build a reputation that helps me eventually become a CFO.

 

Community Service Activities:
I volunteered for 8 hours during a state basketball tournament and also spent 14 hours as a Unified Basketball partner.

 

Baseball Activities:
Baseball has been a big part of my life, especially throughout high school. The past two years, I earned the award for the highest GPA on my team and have been a consistent leader on and off the field.

 

Outside of School Activities:
I also played football in high school and served as a team captain my senior year. I started working as a lifeguard during my sophomore year and was promoted to assistant pool manager as a junior.

 

Career Goal in 2 Years:
I hope to complete at least one internship and start building professional relationships in the business world.

 

Career Goal in 5 Years:
I want to be working as an accountant and continuing my education toward a master’s degree.

Career Goal in 10 Years:
In ten years, I hope to be in a management position and working toward becoming a CFO.

 

Why this grant?
I’m applying for this grant because I relate to Gary Harper as both an athlete and a person. His passion for baseball and the way he lifted up his teammates is something I strive to reflect in my own life.

 

How will this help you?
This scholarship will help me afford my goals and make them a reality.