Mother Teresa, a Nobel Peace Prize winner in 1979, was a Roman Catholic nun who devoted her life to teaching children, and caring for the sick and the poor (The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica, 2018). Growing up, my mother was advocate for Mother Teresa’s work and educated me about the importance of helping others. From the guidance of my mother and volunteering with my family on weekends, I learned why helping others is such an essential aspect of living.
My junior year of high school, August 2014, our family’s house caught on fire caused by an electrical shortage. Thankfully, no one was hurt and right after the fire was extinguished, many people started to offer their help. We spent six months out of our house and during those six months I realized the unnecessary emphasis placed on material possessions and how important person to person contact is in a time of hardship. I firmly believe since my family gave our time and help to others,
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Occupational therapy opens the doors for me to expand my advocacy for individuals with disabilities in my everyday life. I am so excited Cox College offers opportunities to receive hands-on experiences, which will help me become a great occupational therapist. While at Cox College, I would love to further advocate for those with disability and learn more about encouraging accessibility. From graduating with my bachelor’s degree two years out of high school, maintaining an average GPA of 3.98, working at an integrated child care center for almost two years, serving the community through volunteering on a weekly basis, and advocating for individuals with disability, I believe I bring a lot of attributes to Cox College that set me apart from others. I would not be where I am today without my drive to help others, which is why Mother Teresa serves as an example of how I want to change the world, one stone at a