Personal Statement : My Life

My vision as an undergraduate student of the Haskayne School of Business (HSB) is to become a well-rounded influential leader and equip myself with a set of skills and values that will enhance me as an individual in my career. Thus, my goal is to succeed academically and socially, graduating with a distinction and having built strong relationships.

Pursing a career as a medical doctor is an opportunity for me to mentor youth in underserved populations. As a child, I was raised in the low income, urban community of Roxbury, MA. Although not as notorious today, the neighborhood had garnered negative attention for its high crime rates. My mother emigrated from Haiti and raised me as a single parent. Due to our financial circumstance, Roxbury became our permanent residence. I have always felt there was something lacking in Roxbury in comparison to other towns I visited. My teenage years were largely spent in the suburban town of Stoneham where I attended high school. There was a literal difference in air quality and a psychology contrast in future prospects. While native students of

There are few certainties of what one will encounter during life. A common joke names two: death and

I have been a communications officer in FCR for 8yrs, I was also a special constable for 7yrs, during my time as a comms officer I have progressed through call taking and dispatching. Last year I was successfully promoted to scale 5 and have been working as a senior comms officer since that time. I am a tutor and have tutored 9 new members of staff on call taking and dispatch and 2 others on the ANPR desk. I am fully trained in ANPR, VODS, recruitment and selection interviewing and as an acting supervisor. I am also the health and safety SPOC along with first aid and fire marshal for FCR a role I volunteered to take on alongside my normal duties. I have completely rewritten the health and safety book to bring it up to date, I have

Since childhood I was confronted with abuse, poverty, insecurity, and lacking positive role models impacting my mental and physical health resulting in psychosomatic conditions that included depression and anxiety. Personally struggling through childhood trauma has motivated me during my educational, professional, and economic experiences in both Peru and the USA to develop and innovate strategies for prevention. My vision is to execute a healthcare approach that integrates physical and mental components, is accessible to individuals and families, and will reduce disparities in disadvantaged populations. Access to integrated healthcare will turn despair into hope and improve lives. The UC Davis PhD

“Creative” is definitely an adjective that has been used by others to describe me and my aspirations. At the ripe age of five, I began to take an interest in the visual arts. This interest started with Play-Doh and Legos, then moved to drawing, crafting, sewing, ceramics, and then painting. Every day my mom would find me on my bedroom floor—in deep concentration—working on a new art project. She would simply smile and leave the room to wait patiently until I was finished with my new masterpiece. Each year, my talent increased and every art teacher I had could see something special in me. However, I always thought that my art projects were nothing special and just a result of my self-expression. It was not until I entered high school and was

Apparently everyone thinks we don't want to be involved with my side of the family anymore... I guess because I have been uncharacteristically short in my responses, or not reaching out to initiate conversations with you..I don't know if it all warranted an assumption that I don't want to be involved anymore, but whatever the reasons may be... First of all, let me say, it is not "we", it's me. You've hurt me.To be blatantly honest, I'm kind of pissed. My family didn't show any support to me/us in Gracyn's birth. My mom was there, so I can't say she didn't support, although she was in private conversation with the family (not sure who all), deliberating about the progression of the labor and underminding the midwives, as a guest at our experience.

I am a senior attending world of inquiry high school I am a hardworking student I do get distracted sometimes and nobody in my family would have think i would be here where i am today because I was born so early I was premature and I had a lot of issues when I was young because how small I was and I heard a lot from my family and I was worried that since I was born early it affected me in school and the skills that I have learn is that to never give up and at least try and if I still can't do something I can ask a teacher or someone for help if needed and always think positive i also learned that keeping positive people around me and have people encourage me to do better and have a connection with an adult so I can have someone to talk to

I love to create worlds, people, and even entire universes with a pencil and paper. Simple lines, shapes, and colors put together to make one product. Splotches of vibrant color bring out the scenery as the simple lines and shapes become complex figures. My mind is the limit, nothing is impossible to create on my paper.

During my high school career, I have been a participant in the National Honors Society, the Beta Club, the McIntosh band program, and the Peachtree City recreational soccer league. I am also currently an altar server team leader at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. I joined Beta Club in the spring of my freshman year, and I currently maintain my membership. I also joined the National Honors Society in the fall of my junior year, and I am also currently maintaining membership in this club. In both Beta Club and National Honors Society, I devote my personal time to helping others in my community in order to create a better society. For example,

I was born in a military hospital in Wurzburg, Germany. My father was a captain in the U.S. Army and my mother was a homemaker. I spent the first several years of my life living on an American military base, and attending German schools. My brother and I had many friends both native to Germany, and from the U.S. My father was often deployed; so many times it was just the three of us. My mother was very active in our lives, teaching us to ride bikes, taking us to school plays, and reading to us at night.

As a University of Delaware student, I am constantly learning about myself and my subjects each and every day. As a strong believer in the power of education, I also believe that many valuable lessons derive from out of classroom experiences. This has encouraged me to apply to this study abroad program, so that I can apply these lessons to new experiences. From my experiences, I have learned a little more about myself and how to bring these skills to new experiences, which will serve as great assets as I continue my education abroad.

I knew this was the one thing I would miss most. Well, actually there were two things. First, was the look of dread in each parent 's eye. It was both heartwarming and completely silly. This special day brought on the true severing of the apron strings. The children never failed to bring a smile to my face when the tables turned. Now it were the children who wanted to stay and the parents now clings to their sons and daughters. It never fails to happen in a blink of an eye. One moment the parents were trying to convince their child how much fun they are about to have and the next the child was insuring the parent that they had everything in their cubby and it was time for them to go away. This would be my last year being a preschool teacher because of an agreement I made after my college graduation.

Delzetha E. Sinclair Smith Masters of Arts in Teaching, BSc. (hons.) Education, Diploma in Teaching

Certain people like to talk about themselves, many are indifferent, and some fear the attention and would rather be left alone. For me, It is easy to talk about myself. I am comfortable with who I am; and I am confident that I will become who I want to be. In the future I plan to become a standing figure in the business community. It is arrogant of me to believe I will start at the top. I know that it will take time and handwork to achieve my goal. I am not afraid of the challenges that are to come; and I am ready for the obstacles that lay ahead. Luckily I have a strong base to guide me through my journey. My family and friends are understanding of my aspirations and support my endeavors.They share the same values i do and respect my intentions. For now Im pursuing my vision one step at a time. Furthering my education is my next step however, My time at college has been a wake up call. Presented with college level curriculum with little time to adjust has forced me to adapt to the stress. I believe that each obstacle I overcome will put me one step closer to my goal. The purpose of this essay is to discuss and explain my mission to become a positive influence on society, while reflecting on the strengths/values that will help me succeed.