I am done waiting for my knight in shining armor, and now I am ready to be my own. I was not sure what I wanted to do with my life after High School, or if I could do anything at all. Education is an important factor in the choices of my future, and how I will arrive there. The people and events in my life have shaped my goals and aspirations.
             Upon meeting me in person many people assume that I have ethnic traits associated with my personality, because of my ethnicity. Being first generation Mexican American has made it difficult to fully integrate with the generalized community in my area, during my elementary school years. Though I believe that my social difficulties have greatly helped me create a cosmopolitan persona. My single parent upbringing has also encouraged me to attain a better living situation. Adversities to my education, such as low income and relocation, have not deterred me from aspiring to a better education.
             When I was younger I did not have the desire to attend a university, though my family always stressed education. Not till I entered Junior High School that I was sparked with the urge to attend at post-secondary education. A professor new to my middle school helped me explore literature and appreciate the educated arts, him self an alumni of the University of California system. Entering High School I was given the opportunity, by the AVID program, to fulfill my potential as a student, in turn improving my organization and study skills, much of what I have accomplished I attribute to the AVID program's assistance.
             I believe that my years in High School have given me the ability to grow as a student, but most of as a person. During my Junior year I believe that I grew levels of responsibility and maturity. Nearing the end of my Junior year I was faced with many financial struggles, I acquired employment and moved away from home. During this time I attended a local community college. The pressures o...