Pursuing a higher education has always been my top priority, and I believe that University of Washington Bothell would help me achieve my aspirations. UW Bothell would not only allow me to expand my knowledge on critical thinking and literacy, but also become an empowering leader giving me the necessary skills to give back to my community and country. Growing up, I imagined myself becoming a nurse or a doctor, but that recently changed after reassessing my goals and passions. Making a difference in a person’s life has always been my goal, but instead of making a difference in those who are sick in the hospital, I find myself wanting to make a difference in those who are going through poverty, abuse, foster care, and many other life debilitating …show more content…
Over the summer, I volunteered at Tree House, a non-profit organization for foster kids. I had the chance to tutor a foster child, and this opportunity changed my mind about whom I aspire to be—a social worker. Being a tutor for a foster child open my eyes to see that I can make a difference in a person’s life just by helping them succeed. Volunteering at Tree House is just one of the many experiences I had with making a difference in people’s lives. I had the chance to obtain a NAC license. With this license I was able to care elderly patients. Caring for elderly patients made me realize the importance of a great support system. I also had the chance to feed the homeless through a non-profit organization, hastaglunchbox. Feeding the homeless opened up my heart to the everyday struggles of homeless individuals that many average people don’t go through. After feeding 400 homeless individuals, I was rewarded with the most amazing feeling—making a difference to those who are less fortunate. Many of these elders and foster kids do not have families, and being their support system allowed me to connect more with them individually. This involvement gave me the opportunity to talk to many social workers allowing me to see their challenging, yet rewarding