Personal Essay About Being Hispanics

As a first generation U.S-born Hispanic in my family, I have been able to appreciate the obstacles that many Hispanic families endure. Being Hispanic allowed me to understand and experience the common struggles and differences within my community. Within my own family, I was able to witness difficulties with language barriers and English reading competencies. Regular, simple tasks such as filing applications, writing and understanding college admissions seemed complex and time-consuming for my parents. It was through observing their struggle which formulated my sentiment that education is the key to succeeding and overcoming disparities, such as low socio-economic status. In addition, this further allowed me to have a greater appreciation for educational attainment and advancement. Being Hispanic enabled me to relate to many other Hispanic individuals and their families.
I love being a part of an ethnicity where I can positively influence others in my community and be a good role-model. The number of Hispanics attending and obtaining degrees is less than any other group, especially in comparison to other ethnic minorities in the United States. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, only fifteen percent of the Hispanic population have a bachelor's degree or higher. Moreover, only three percent
I want other Hispanics to be able to feel empowered when they meet me and feel motivated to continue to pursue advanced levels of education and graduate work. By receiving financial assistance, it will enable me to continue to pursue my educational goals and make strides in the Hispanic community. Furthermore, I hope to be a representative of Hispanic women in the sciences and others who dream of pursing higher education. I believe receiving this scholarship will help me and many others who wish to pursue graduate degrees more