Lewis And Clark Personal Statement

This paper will explain why Lewis and Clark are two of the greatest explorers in American history. Some of the distinguishing factors of these explorers and the three main points in this paper are their exploration of the uncharted west by way of the Missouri river, the many discoveries made along the way, and the effect they had on the westward expansion of the United States.

Meriwether Lewis is the main reason that the United States’ territory extends from the Atlantic Ocean all the way to the Pacific Ocean (“Meriwether Lewis” 2). He has done many great things, but he is best known for exploring the American West (1). He was a great man full of bravery. Meriwether faced tons of dangers in his life but he overcame all of them. Lewis “helped change the face of the United States by exploring uncharted territory- the American West (“Meriwether Lewis” 2).”

One educational opportunity that I never would have thought would even have been an opportunity was my decision to go to community college. While I used to feel as though I had to prove myself by going to a 4-year university right away, at College of the Canyons, I have actually learned more about myself and my academic ethics. I used to feel that community college was a barrier, separating me from my university dreams. However, without my community college journey, my academic passions and endeavors might not have been the same. I have used this time to learn how to be more assertive as well as more willing to problem solve and think out of the box. Since my goals were not handed to me on a silver platter, the community college process has

In 1800 Thomas Jefferson was elected president. With the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, Jefferson had the vision of the United States growing from sea to sea. However, it was unknown what was out there. Jefferson planned an exploratory expedition and called upon Meriwether Lewis to lead it. Jefferson was very interested in what was in the west lands. Much was involved in the carrying out of this expedition; the preparations for this trip, what happened during their long journey west, and the return home. This expedition was very important in the development of the United States.

I aspire to attend the Clark Atlanta University because it is a symbol for past and future generations of educational and operational excellence. Clark Atlanta University is the hub of African American leadership and educational expansion, and with the constant policing of the community and poaching of black culture in today’s society, it is significant that I achieve an education that represents myself and the world with which I am familiar and intend to change for the better.

Meriwether Lewis who was born on August 18, 1774 was an American explorer, soldier, politician, and a public administrator. William Clark who was born on August 1, 1770 was an American explorer, soldier, Indian agent, and territorial governor. Both men joined together to explore through the American interior to the Pacific Northwest from 1804 to 1806.

Students today have been raised to think that college is just the next step in life after high school. Decades ago,going to college was a huge achievement and not many people enrolled. Today, however it is almost expected that you go to college. The purpose of college has been changing over the years. Students and professors have lost sight of what to get out a college education. Gary Gutting explains in his article, “What is College for?” that students are losing passion for higher education. He also believes that professors are not realizing what their true job really is, and are not doing the necessary procedures to help their students succeed. “In On the Uses of a Liberal Education”, Mark Edmundson shares similar ideas, and gives a first person point of view of Gutting’s ideas about the quality of the college experience. Mark Edmundson would agree with Gary Gutting’s claims that the quality of colleges is declining and is negatively affecting the students and faculty members.

In 1803, shortly after the Louisiana Purchase, Thomas Jefferson, our third US President sent two men, U.S. Army Captain Meriwether Lewis and William Clark out to explore the unexplored west and in search of a water route across North America, fulfilling the dreams of Thomas Jefferson in sending explorers across the America.

Lewis and Clark. You may have heard the names before, but do you know who these important men really were or how important they are? This will all explained later in the article but for now, all you have to know is that they were very important people who were the first to explore the west part of America.

Jefferson provided Lewis and Clark with many supplies. He provided nothing short of the best quality materials of the time. This included clothing, firearms, rations, and other various equipment. He not only provided them with materials, but also with workers and sailors to aid them along in their journey. There was also a slave named York. Jefferson instructed Lewis and Clark to put on record any possible resources which could sustain further settlement along the lines. The Louisiana Purchase had almost doubled the size of the nation. It was 1803 when they made the intelligent investment.

Meriwether Lewis and William were two explorers in the early nineteenth century. They travelled nearly 8,000 miles, in approximately two years, and were instrumental in shaping American history.

Before the expeditions of todays well known Lewis and Clark, the entire western end of the United States was uncharted territory consisting of new peoples and surroundings waiting to be discovered. A member of this team included John Colter , who is an unknown person to most historians. Colter was an important piece of this group, and though he did not stay with Lewis and Clark during the entirety of two years, from May 1804 to September 1806, he was an essential component of their travels. While Lewis and Clark have been recognized with pioneering the lands in the Louisiana Purchase during the 1800s, no recognition has been awarded to John Colter, a member of the Lewis and Clark Expedition . Colter deserves attention for locating the

It was an early fall morning. Lewis was chronicling our last encounter with the Native Americans in his journal while Clark came up the hill with the other men carrying fresh fish. I was wrapping my leg with a cloth when they both came to the front of the camp.

I wish to enter the LCC Early College on behalf of my boredom and my grievances with the K12 system’s lack of challenging material, inefficient placement processes, and absence of intellectually stimulating experiences and opinions that a college level environment could easily provide me. I am drawn to the concept of early college because of the freedom it gives to the student to pursue their interests with greater liberty than other rigid secondary educational options. I believe that the only obstacle standing between one’s goals, is the intensity of the challenges that came before, and one’s true willingness to achieve the goal they set. LCC would give me the intellectual challenges of accelerated learning that I crave and strive to achieve,

As a student intending to pursue a career in the engineering field, I find it necessary that to be able to achieve my career goals and personal growth, enrolling to study in a notable institution is very important. I grew up in a city where everyone I knew, including most of my family members, was a college graduate. In that society, educated people were held in high regard, and this ultimately became my motivation to reach the highest levels of education. From an academic point of view, I would like to one day pursue a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and one day open up a car customizing shop. As an individual who appreciates the value of focus in all aspects of life, I never lose sight of my personal goals that are my life’s driving force.