Another beautiful fall afternoon fell like the leaves on a typical 'blue sky' September. As I rummaged through my backpack for a #2 pencil, I wistfully looked up to see the students converge at the bus stop. The first day of classes always sent an overwhelming sensation through my anxious nerves. The nostalgic breeze blew memories of past academic years that I persevered to be presented with the opportunity that lay before me. As I climbed …showed first 75 words of 467 total…

…showed last 75 words of 467 total…ly a means to be presented an opportunity for education. Determination is the true measure of a successful education. As I muster the courage to partake full-time classes, the financial crossroads seem more familiar. Ms. Charlotte Newcombe's philanthropic scholarship can provide me with the means to achieve my goal to finally put academics first, and in return accomplish my Business Administration degree. One day, I too will help women make money come second to education.