Hobbies and interests
Pickleball
Volleyball
Rock Climbing
Songwriting
Weightlifting
Jewelry Making
Writing
Poetry
Hiking And Backpacking
Brynn Wilson
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Hello!
As an undergraduate pursuing a career in Communication Studies (Marketing Minor), at Utah State University, I have worked to build my foundation in the knowledge of working with, and helping others as a way to learn about them and develop myself. I enjoy studying interpersonal & intercultural relationships, especially through the use of media as my minor dives into the depths of marketing and advertising.
I consider myself to be a dependable leader, and I work to maintain corresponding leaderships positions by being highly social, getting involved, and expressing my appreciation and dedication to others. This work ethic also shows in my sport participation, involvement in the arts, my career experience, and also in clubs I've participated in- such as a the Grilling Club, Type 1 Diabetes club, Pickleball Club, and more.
I would be an excellent scholarship candidate because I'm dedicated, hardworking, creative, and accepting. Receiving a scholarship will help me on my journeys to communicate, help, and connect with others across the nation and globe. I appreciate all consideration towards helping me to feel supported in such endeavors.
Thank you for your time!
Education
Utah State University
Bachelor's degree programMajors:
- Communication, General
Minors:
- General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations
- Marketing
Miscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Bachelor's degree program
Graduate schools of interest:
Transfer schools of interest:
Majors of interest:
- Communication, General
- Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
- Marketing
- General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations
Career
Dream career field:
Marketing and Advertising
Dream career goals:
Project Manager, Social Media Manager, Digital Strategist, Copywriter
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Legacy House of Bountiful2022 – 2022Customer Support Agent
Squeeze2022 – Present2 yearsHostess
Wingers Restaurant & Alehouse2021 – 2021Temp Worker
Drift Goods Co.2020 – 20211 yearCashier/Customer Service/Front of the House
R&R BBQ2020 – 2020Elementary After School Club Tutor
America Reads2021 – 20221 year
Sports
Weightlifting
Intramural2021 – Present3 years
Basketball
Junior Varsity2012 – 20142 years
Artistic Gymnastics
Club2010 – 20122 years
Spikeball
Intramural2017 – Present7 years
Soccer
Club2007 – 20125 years
Pickleball
Club2020 – 20211 year
Volleyball
Varsity2013 – Present11 years
Awards
- Captain
Arts
Songwriting
Music2014 – PresentFruit Heights City
MusicKaysville & Fruit Heights Idol2014 – 2014Rynn.Rings
Jewelry2013 – 2021Farmington City
MusicFarmington's Got Talent2013 – 2013Stars Talent Studio
ActingGranite Flats2012 – 2015Farmington City
TheatreThe Little Mermaid , Peter Pan, Into the Woods, High School Musical, Guys and Dolls, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat2011 – 2018
Public services
Volunteering
Phoenix Ambassadors — Ambassador2020 – 2021Volunteering
Centennial Junior High School Volleyball — Assistant Volleyball Coach2018 – 2019Volunteering
America Reads — Elementary After School Club Tutor2021 – 2022
Future Interests
Advocacy
Volunteering
Philanthropy
Entrepreneurship
Growing with Gabby Scholarship
“You need to quit acting like you’re special, it’s embarrassing.” A phrase I was constantly told to remember by my boyfriend in January of 2022. This hurtful phrase, along with many others, referred to me talking about anything related to my Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), which deeply affected my confidence and relationship with Diabetes.
Our later separation created an awareness of my newly developed lack of self-care/love, and very-damaged mental state in accordance with my autoimmune disease. Being the first boyfriend I had, I was under the impression that because this man tolerated me and told me ways I could change, it meant I was loved and improving; when in reality, I was being mentally and emotionally abused. Coming to this realization made me sick, yet still not sure how to overcome the animosity I had been exposed to, and somehow learned to agree with. Consequently, I consulted with my trusted family and friends on how to overcome such attitudes toward my Diabetes and self, and received profound comfort and advice.
‘Embrace what makes you different, find people who are similar, and be patient with teaching those truly willing to learn about you’. I was confused, “you don’t get it”, I thought, “nobody cares.’ I had adapted this secretive and ashamed view of my chronic illness, even though I had maintained a very positive approach towards living as a diabetic prior to my first romantic relationship. I even became disappointed with myself because this perspective was the exact opposite view I wanted my younger diabetic sister to hold; I wanted her to be proud to be a diabetic but mirrored a contradictory approach. I had shoved the urge to interact with other diabetics deep down because I assumed they too were under the impression that bringing attention to it was doltish. However, as time went on, the desire I had to connect with others through diabetes began to resurface. I slowly took my loved ones’ advice seriously, and it changed my life completely.
I began to wear short sleeves, so my Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) was visible. Instead of walking by other diabetics, I started saying “I like your Dexcom!” or “I like your T-Slim!,” depending on the CGM or insulin pump they had. I began to play games with other diabetics I was familiar with like ‘guess that blood glucose!’. I practiced making conversation comfortable and got excited when people asked about my chronic condition. Lastly, I began to freely discuss how diabetes continuously impacts my life, and my overwhelming gratitude toward it, especially because of how being involved in the diabetic community has changed me for the better.
Don’t get me wrong, T1D is very hard to manage sometimes, and I'm not immune to the negative effects of living with it. However, I have learned to overcome harmful and insensitive words that target me and other diabetics. Similarly, I am happily involved in organizations that bring awareness and spark conversations about T1D. This has allowed me to increase the connections I make with others, feel like a valued member of the diabetic community, and appreciate all my family, friends, and strangers who support/show interest in people like me.
This self-discovery in my ability to showcase, teach, and connect with others has restored balance to a damaged place in me. I am more capable now of immersing myself in self-love, practicing self-confidence, and encouraging others to do the same. Most importantly, I've decided to stop hiding who I am, because frankly, who I am IS special- and hiding who I am is a real pain in the ‘creas.
@normandiealise National Scholarship Month TikTok Scholarship
Skin Grip Diabetes Scholarship
Winner@frankadvice National Scholarship Month TikTok Scholarship
Your Dream Music Scholarship
“I met a blind man, said, ‘The world is just so beautiful’” ...The second line of Skyfall by Bravo. “I met a girl, in her final hours- told me time is not worth saving; open your heart, don’t get impatient.” As demonstrated, contrast and emotion work together in Skyfall by provoking individual cognizance of one’s life and attitude.
Every line contains a piece of advice or an ode to our strength and potential as humans. It’s not just a song about love, a breakup song, or just a song about loss or friendship; somehow, it’s an anthem that encapsulates every experience listed and more. It shares a message so profound, it can apply to any situation because of its versatile and optimistic lyricism, rooted in real people’s stories.
Bravo uses these narratives to highlight how we as humans naturally ‘count on tomorrow like it's ours’, though there is no true guarantee of the future. He transcends this frame of mind to ask, “if the stars all lose their light tonight what’s left of mine?” He guides the focus of the future from a doomsday scenario to an awareness of one’s ‘light’. This suggests people’s ability to reinvent their existing perspectives and behaviors to create a more positive approach toward each potential tomorrow.
Bravo’s lyrics encourage those who listen to Skyfall to utilize the ‘now’ by embracing, building, and sharing light with others as well as receiving it. In this song of hope and elation, poignancy loses its relevance as listeners ponder the reality of life; how nothing is guaranteed, yet everything is possible. This song looks outwards and feels within. According to Skyfall, happiness isn’t given, it’s chosen, and it’s achievable. Skyfall is an inspiration, a vessel for change and peace, a beacon of light, and to me, a masterpiece.
@Carle100 National Scholarship Month Scholarship
Diabetes Impact Scholarship
Krystal (She, Her), an openly transgender female nurse, is to-this-day my favorite nurse. As my first pediatric nurse to share T1D with me, sporting the same insulin pump, and in her toolbelt carrying the same general medical experiences I had, Krystal made me feel special- ironically because we had so much in common. The way she talked about managing blood sugars and decreasing my A1C was in the most supportive and forgiving manner I’d ever received.
Consequently, at the first endocrinologist appointment wherein I met Krystal, I learned the importance of connection through similarity, and the appreciation I felt for the effort people like Krystal gave in acknowledging differences as well. Nurses require certain strengths and skills that allow them to connect quickly with patients to build trust and confidence between both sides’ abilities. Specifically, I want to pursue a career in being a pediatric nurse, because I want to be like the nurses I've known to be empathetic, diligent, optimistic, and have always wanted the best for everyone, but especially for children and young adults. In addition to the aforementioned, I plan to be a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) to fulfill the duty I feel I have to help young diagnoses (especially T1D diagnoses), on their way to effective autoimmune disorder management.
It’s easy for those who develop autoimmune conditions to blame themselves in some sense. However, as autoimmune conditions are unpreventable, this mindset of putting oneself at fault is potentially very damaging. I plan to work to avoid such thoughts and feelings, by educating my future autoimmune diagnosed patients with the remark that lifestyle factors don’t determine the likelihood of developing such diseases, in order to build a level of confidence, assurance, and relief.
To continue, I know how scary hospitals can be; hence I want to be inviting as a healthcare professional. I know how challenging living with medical conditions can be; hence I want to explore and share my findings of ways of managing them. I know how difficult it is to keep a happy attitude; so I want to be the person someone (like a future patient) feels comfortable opening up to. In the future, I plan to present myself in a way that lets my patients know I genuinely care for them and will work to be there whenever needed.
By this I mean I hope to help children and young adults affected by autoimmune conditions to learn how continuously thrive in life by pursuing appropriate opportunities, whilst managing their health effectively. Similarly, I hope to establish effective communication that encourages strong connections with my patients, and coworkers/employers because it has helped me in the past in developing meaningful relationships with friends and family as well as neighbors and other acquaintances.
Although I recognize how broad my goals and ambitions are, I have established strong ties to the pediatric nurse and CDCES I hope to be. As I aspire to be a pediatric nurse and CDCES I am ready to work through the challenges I and others face to teach me and help me learn. I hope, like Krystal, I am better able to connect with others as I put in the effort to put myself in others’ shoes. As years go on, I hope each day I'm better at achieving my goal of helping others to help themselves.