Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground were often arduous tasks. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience in high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY. Best regards, Daniel Darkwa Asare

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

As a young boy climbing the academic ladder, I was always fascinated to be in the science laboratory experiencing the results of scientific experiments. With mountains of infectious tropical diseases confronting the African continent, I decided to progress in science to be part of finding solutions to this phenomenon. As I continued with my high school education I got more interested in infections to the lungs, cystic fibrosis and systemic infections such as sepsis. Microbiology and Parasitology and finally Legal Medicine and Forensic Sciences I got more to research into infectious tropical diseases and their effects on the populace of tropical Africa. The study of this complex discipline to my conviction will help me to update myself into an in-depth knowledge and technological background to assist me in this field of science. Current studies into interactions between the immune system and infections will also cover my scope of studies and research. Embedded within an active and dynamic research culture, you will have the opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills required to enhance my employability and further my career as a microbiologist. The programme also involves an extended, hands-on laboratory-based research project, supervised by experienced and research-active academic staff. I will seek to enhance my subject-specific knowledge in the field of biomedical science to enhance my employability. My principal aim is to experiment in nouveau microbes which help to keep human bodies healthy. My final vision is to form a consortium of researchers from different fields in microbiology and other scientific fields to research new microbes to serve medical, industrial, environmental, and educational areas in the scientific world. I hope to also form a Non-governmental organization with the principal aim to coach young male and female scientists into new areas in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) as their careers.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a computer scientist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY. Best regards, Daniel Darkwa Asare

As a young boy climbing the academic ladder, I was always fascinated to be in the science laboratory experiencing the results of scientific experiments. With mountains of infectious tropical diseases confronting the African continent, I decided to progress in science to be part of finding solutions to this phenomenon. As I continued with my high school education I got more interested in infections to the lungs, cystic fibrosis and systemic infections such as sepsis. The study of this complex discipline to my conviction will help me to update myself into an in-depth knowledge and technological background to assist me in this field of science. The literature and research I have made on the Ball State University, particularly the Microbiology program have assured me that I will get more than what I have purposed to be in this field. The large university teaching hospital located within the campus will give me access to laboratories and clinics for my research. I can recount the repeated times I have worked on specific experiments to present a perfect result. I am also detailed-oriented and very creative. I am also persistent at a fault when my desired results have not been achieved. I will seek to enhance my subject-specific knowledge in the field of biomedical science to enhance my employability. My principal aim is to experiment with nouveau microbes which help to keep human bodies healthy. My final vision is to form a consortium of researchers from different fields in microbiology and other scientific fields to research new microbes to serve medical, industrial, environmental, and educational areas in the scientific world. I hope to also form a Non-governmental organization with the principal aim to coach young male and female scientists into new areas in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) as their careers.

As a young boy climbing the academic ladder, I was always fascinated to be in the science laboratory experiencing the results of scientific experiments. With mountains of infectious tropical diseases confronting the African continent, I decided to progress in science to be part of finding solutions to this phenomenon. As I continued with my high school education I got more interested in infections to the lungs, cystic fibrosis and systemic infections such as sepsis. The study of this complex discipline to my conviction will help me to update myself into an in-depth knowledge and technological background to assist me in this field of science. Current studies into interactions between the immune system and infections will also cover my scope of studies and research. The literature and research I have made on the Ball State University, particularly the Microbiology program have assured me that I will get more than what I have purposed to be in this field. I can recount the repeated times I have worked on specific experiments to present a perfect result. I am also detailed-oriented and very creative. I am also persistent at a fault when my desired results have not been achieved. I will seek to enhance my subject-specific knowledge in the field of biomedical science to enhance my employability. My principal aim is to experiment in nouveau microbes which help to keep human bodies healthy. My final vision is to form a consortium of researchers from different fields in microbiology and other scientific fields to research new microbes to serve medical, industrial, environmental, and educational areas in the scientific world. I hope to also form a Non-governmental organization with the principal aim to coach young male and female scientists into new areas in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) as their careers.

As a young boy climbing the academic ladder, I was always fascinated to be in the science laboratory experiencing the results of scientific experiments. With mountains of infectious tropical diseases confronting the African continent, I decided to progress in science to be part of finding solutions to this phenomenon. As I continued with my high school education I got more interested in infections to the lungs, cystic fibrosis and systemic infections such as sepsis. Of the four main areas in microbiology to wit; Infectious Diseases, Public Health Sciences and Social Medicine, Microbiology and Parasitology and finally Legal Medicine and Forensic Sciences I got more to research into infectious tropical diseases and their effects on the populace of tropical Africa. The study of this complex discipline to my conviction will help me to update myself into an in-depth knowledge and technological background to assist me in this field of science. Current studies into interactions between the immune system and infections will also cover my scope of studies and research. The literature and research I have made on the Ball State University, particularly the Microbiology program have assured me that I will get more than what I have purposed to be in this field. The large university teaching hospital located within the campus will give me access to laboratories and clinics for my research. Embedded within an active and dynamic research culture, you will have the opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills required to enhance my employability and further my career as a microbiologist. The programme also involves an extended, hands-on laboratory-based research project, supervised by experienced and research-active academic staff. These together with the soft financial cost and bursaries to the program have attracted my aim to pursue this program at this university. I am inquisitive, curious, patient and often like to spend time with my thoughts. This personality trait has been apparent in my scientific journey even through my undergraduate study. I can recount the repeated times I have worked on specific experiments to present a perfect result. I am also detailed-oriented and very creative. I am also persistent at a fault when my desired results have not been achieved. I will seek to enhance my subject-specific knowledge in the field of biomedical science to enhance my employability. My principal aim is to experiment in nouveau microbes which help to keep human bodies healthy. My final vision is to form a consortium of researchers from different fields in microbiology and other scientific fields to research new microbes to serve medical, industrial, environmental, and educational areas in the scientific world. I hope to also form a Non-governmental organization with the principal aim to coach young male and female scientists into new areas in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) as their careers.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

As a young boy climbing the academic ladder, I was always fascinated to be in the science laboratory experiencing the results of scientific experiments. With mountains of infectious tropical diseases confronting the African continent, I decided to progress in science to be part of finding solutions to this phenomenon. As I continued with my high school education I got more interested in infections to the lungs, cystic fibrosis and systemic infections such as sepsis. Of the four main areas in microbiology to wit; Infectious Diseases, Public Health Sciences and Social Medicine, Microbiology and Parasitology and finally Legal Medicine and Forensic Sciences I got more to research into infectious tropical diseases and their effects on the populace of tropical Africa. The study of this complex discipline to my conviction will help me to update myself into an in-depth knowledge and technological background to assist me in this field of science. Current studies into interactions between the immune system and infections will also cover my scope of studies and research. The literature and research I have made on the Ball State University, particularly the Microbiology program have assured me that I will get more than what I have purposed to be in this field. The large university teaching hospital located within the campus will give me access to laboratories and clinics for my research. Embedded within an active and dynamic research culture, you will have the opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills required to enhance my employability and further my career as a microbiologist. The programme also involves an extended, hands-on laboratory-based research project, supervised by experienced and research-active academic staff. These together with the soft financial cost and bursaries to the program have attracted my aim to pursue this program at this university. I am inquisitive, curious, patient and often like to spend time with my thoughts. This personality trait has been apparent in my scientific journey even through my undergraduate study. I can recount the repeated times I have worked on specific experiments to present a perfect result. I am also detailed-oriented and very creative. I am also persistent at a fault when my desired results have not been achieved. I will seek to enhance my subject-specific knowledge in the field of biomedical science to enhance my employability. My principal aim is to experiment with nouveau microbes which help to keep human bodies healthy. My final vision is to form a consortium of researchers from different fields in microbiology and other scientific fields to research new microbes to serve medical, industrial, environmental, and educational areas in the scientific world. I hope to also form a Non-governmental organization with the principal aim to coach young male and female scientists in new areas in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) as their careers.

As a young boy climbing the academic ladder, I was always fascinated to be in the science laboratory experiencing the results of scientific experiments. With mountains of infectious tropical diseases confronting the African continent, I decided to progress in science to be part of finding solutions to this phenomenon. As I continued with my high school education I got more interested in infections to the lungs, cystic fibrosis and systemic infections such as sepsis. Of the four main areas in microbiology to wit; Infectious Diseases, Public Health Sciences and Social Medicine, Microbiology and Parasitology and finally Legal Medicine and Forensic Sciences I got more to research into infectious tropical diseases and their effects on the populace of tropical Africa. The study of this complex discipline to my conviction will help me to update myself into an in-depth knowledge and technological background to assist me in this field of science. Current studies into interactions between the immune system and infections will also cover my scope of studies and research. The literature and research I have made on the Ball State University, particularly the Microbiology program have assured me that I will get more than what I have purposed to be in this field. The large university teaching hospital located within the campus will give me access to laboratories and clinics for my research. Embedded within an active and dynamic research culture, you will have the opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills required to enhance my employability and further my career as a microbiologist. The programme also involves an extended, hands-on laboratory-based research project, supervised by experienced and research-active academic staff. These together with the soft financial cost and bursaries to the program have attracted my aim to pursue this program at this university. I am inquisitive, curious, patient and often like to spend time with my thoughts. This personality trait has been apparent in my scientific journey even through my undergraduate study. I can recount the repeated times I have worked on specific experiments to present a perfect result. I am also detailed-oriented and very creative. I am also persistent at a fault when my desired results have not been achieved. I will seek to enhance my subject-specific knowledge in the field of biomedical science to enhance my employability. My principal aim is to experiment in nouveau microbes which help to keep human bodies healthy. My final vision is to form a consortium of researchers from different fields in microbiology and other scientific fields to research new microbes to serve medical, industrial, environmental, and educational areas in the scientific world. I hope to also form a Non-governmental organization with the principal aim to coach young male and female scientists into new areas in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) as their careers.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY. Best regards, Daniel Darkwa Asare

As a young boy climbing the academic ladder, I was always fascinated to be in the science laboratory experiencing the results of scientific experiments. With mountains of infectious tropical diseases confronting the African continent, I decided to progress in science to be part of finding solutions to this phenomenon. As I continued with my high school education I got more interested in infections to the lungs, cystic fibrosis and systemic infections such as sepsis. Of the four main areas in microbiology to wit; Infectious Diseases, Public Health Sciences and Social Medicine, Microbiology and Parasitology and finally Legal Medicine and Forensic Sciences I got more to research into infectious tropical diseases and their effects on the populace of tropical Africa. The study of this complex discipline to my conviction will help me to update myself into an in-depth knowledge and technological background to assist me in this field of science. Current studies into interactions between the immune system and infections will also cover my scope of studies and research. The literature and research I have made on the Ball State University particularly the Microbiology program have assured me that I will get more than what I have purposed to be in this field. The large university teaching hospital located within the campus will give me access to laboratories and clinics for my research. Embedded within an active and dynamic research culture, you will have the opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills required to enhance my employability and further my career as a microbiologist. The programme also involves an extended, hands-on laboratory-based research project, supervised by experienced and research-active academic staff. These together with the soft financial cost and bursaries to the program have attracted my aim to pursue this program at this university. I am inquisitive, curious, patient and often like to spend time with my thoughts. This personality trait has been apparent in my scientific journey even through my undergraduate study. I can recount the repeated times I have worked on specific experiments to present a perfect result. I am also detailed-oriented and very creative. I am also persistent at a fault when my desired results have not been achieved. I will seek to enhance my subject-specific knowledge in the field of biomedical science to enhance my employability. My principal aim is to experiment in nouveau microbes which help to keep human bodies healthy. My final vision is to form a consortium of researchers from different fields in microbiology and other scientific fields to research new microbes to serve medical, industrial, environmental, and educational areas in the scientific world. I hope to also form a Non-governmental organization with the principal aim to coach young male and female scientists in new areas in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) as their careers.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY. Best regards, Daniel Darkwa Asare

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often an arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY. Best regards, Daniel Darkwa Asare

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY. Best regards, Daniel Darkwa Asare

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY. Best regards, Daniel Darkwa Asare

As a young boy climbing the academic ladder, I was always fascinated to be in the science laboratory experiencing the results of scientific experiments. With mountains of infectious tropical diseases confronting the African continent, I decided to progress in science to be part of finding solutions to this phenomenon. As I continued with my high school education I got more interested in infections to the lungs, cystic fibrosis and systemic infections such as sepsis. Of the four main areas in microbiology to wit; Infectious Diseases, Public Health Sciences and Social Medicine, Microbiology and Parasitology and finally Legal Medicine and Forensic Sciences I got more to research into infectious tropical diseases and their effects on the populace of tropical Africa. The study of this complex discipline to my conviction will help me to update myself into an in-depth knowledge and technological background to assist me in this field of science. Current studies into interactions between the immune system and infections will also cover my scope of studies and research. The literature and research I have made on the Ball State University particularly the Microbiology program have assured me that I will get more than what I have purposed to be in this field. The large university teaching hospital located within the campus will give me access to laboratories and clinics for my research. Embedded within an active and dynamic research culture, you will have the opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills required to enhance my employability and further my career as a microbiologist. The programme also involves an extended, hands-on laboratory-based research project, supervised by experienced and research-active academic staff. These together with the soft financial cost and bursaries to the program have attracted my aim to pursue this program at this university. I am inquisitive, curious, patient and often like to spend time with my thoughts. This personality trait has been apparent in my scientific journey even through my undergraduate study. I can recount the repeated times I have worked on specific experiments to present a perfect result. I am also detailed-oriented and very creative. I am also persistent at a fault when my desired results have not been achieved. I will seek to enhance my subject-specific knowledge in the field of biomedical science to enhance my employability. My principal aim is to experiment in nouveau microbes which help to keep human bodies healthy. My final vision is to form a consortium of researchers from different fields in microbiology and other scientific fields to research new microbes to serve medical, industrial, environmental, and educational areas in the scientific world. I hope to also form a Non-governmental organization with the principal aim to coach young male and female scientists into new areas in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) as their careers.

As a young boy climbing the academic ladder, I was always fascinated to be in the science laboratory experiencing the results of scientific experiments. With mountains of infectious tropical diseases confronting the African continent, I decided to progress in science to be part of finding solutions to this phenomenon. As I continued with my high school education I got more interested in infections to the lungs, cystic fibrosis and systemic infections such as sepsis. Of the four main areas in microbiology to wit; Infectious Diseases, Public Health Sciences and Social Medicine, Microbiology and Parasitology and finally Legal Medicine and Forensic Sciences I got more to research into infectious tropical diseases and their effects on the populace of tropical Africa. The study of this complex discipline to my conviction will help me to update myself into an in-depth knowledge and technological background to assist me in this field of science. Current studies into interactions between the immune system and infections will also cover my scope of studies and research. The literature and research I have made on the Ball State University, particularly the Microbiology program have assured me that I will get more than what I have purposed to be in this field. The large university teaching hospital located within the campus will give me access to laboratories and clinics for my research. Embedded within an active and dynamic research culture, you will have the opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills required to enhance my employability and further my career as a microbiologist. The programme also involves an extended, hands-on laboratory-based research project, supervised by experienced and research-active academic staff. These together with the soft financial cost and bursaries to the program have attracted my aim to pursue this program at this university. I am inquisitive, curious, patient and often like to spend time with my thoughts. This personality trait has been apparent in my scientific journey even through my undergraduate study. I can recount the repeated times I have worked on specific experiments to present a perfect result. I am also detailed-oriented and very creative. I am also persistent at a fault when my desired results have not been achieved. I will seek to enhance my subject-specific knowledge in the field of biomedical science to enhance my employability. My principal aim is to experiment in nouveau microbes which help to keep human bodies healthy. My final vision is to form a consortium of researchers from different fields in microbiology and other scientific fields to research new microbes to serve medical, industrial, environmental, and educational areas in the scientific world. I hope to also form a Non-governmental organization with the principal aim to coach young male and female scientists into new areas in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) as their careers.

As a young boy climbing the academic ladder, I was always fascinated to be in the science laboratory experiencing the results of scientific experiments. With mountains of infectious tropical diseases confronting the African continent, I decided to progress in science to be part of finding solutions to this phenomenon. As I continued with my high school education I got more interested in infections to the lungs, cystic fibrosis and systemic infections such as sepsis. Of the four main areas in microbiology to wit; Infectious Diseases, Public Health Sciences and Social Medicine, Microbiology and Parasitology and finally Legal Medicine and Forensic Sciences I got more to research into infectious tropical diseases and their effects on the populace of tropical Africa. The study of this complex discipline to my conviction will help me to update myself into an in-depth knowledge and technological background to assist me in this field of science. Current studies into interactions between the immune system and infections will also cover my scope of studies and research. The literature and research I have made on the Ball State University particularly the Microbiology program have assured me that I will get more than what I have purposed to be in this field. The large university teaching hospital located within the campus will give me access to laboratories and clinics for my research. Embedded within an active and dynamic research culture, you will have the opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills required to enhance my employability and further my career as a microbiologist. The programme also involves an extended, hands-on laboratory-based research project, supervised by experienced and research-active academic staff. These together with the soft financial cost and bursaries to the program have attracted my aim to pursue this program at this university. I am inquisitive, curious, patient and often like to spend time with my thoughts. This personality trait has been apparent in my scientific journey even through my undergraduate study. I can recount the repeated times I have worked on specific experiments to present a perfect result. I am also detailed-oriented and very creative. I am also persistent at a fault when my desired results have not been achieved. I will seek to enhance my subject-specific knowledge in the field of biomedical science to enhance my employability. My principal aim is to experiment in nouveau microbes which help to keep human bodies healthy. My final vision is to form a consortium of researchers from different fields in microbiology and other scientific fields to research new microbes to serve medical, industrial, environmental, and educational areas in the scientific world. I hope to also form a Non-governmental organization with the principal aim to coach young female scientists into new areas in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) as their careers.

As a young boy climbing the academic ladder, I was always fascinated to be in the science laboratory experiencing the results of scientific experiments. With mountains of infectious tropical diseases confronting the African continent, I decided to progress in science to be part of finding solutions to this phenomenon. As I continued with my high school education I got more interested in infections to the lungs, cystic fibrosis and systemic infections such as sepsis. Of the four main areas in microbiology to wit; Infectious Diseases, Public Health Sciences and Social Medicine, Microbiology and Parasitology and finally Legal Medicine and Forensic Sciences I got more to research into infectious tropical diseases and their effects on the populace of tropical Africa. The study of this complex discipline to my conviction will help me to update myself into an in-depth knowledge and technological background to assist me in this field of science. Current studies into interactions between the immune system and infections will also cover my scope of studies and research. The literature and research I have made on the Ball State University particularly the Microbiology program have assured me that I will get more than what I have purposed to be in this field. The large university teaching hospital located within the campus will give me access to laboratories and clinics for my research. Embedded within an active and dynamic research culture, you will have the opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills required to enhance my employability and further my career as a microbiologist. The programme also involves an extended, hands-on laboratory-based research project, supervised by experienced and research-active academic staff. These together with the soft financial cost and bursaries to the program have attracted my aim to pursue this program at this university. I am inquisitive, curious, patient and often like to spend time with my thoughts. This personality trait has been apparent in my scientific journey even through my undergraduate study. I can recount the repeated times I have worked on specific experiments to present a perfect result. I am also detailed-oriented and very creative. I am also persistent at a fault when my desired results have not been achieved. I will seek to enhance my subject-specific knowledge in the field of biomedical science to enhance my employability. My principal aim is to experiment in nouveau microbes which help to keep human bodies healthy. My final vision is to form a consortium of researchers from different fields in microbiology and other scientific fields to research new microbes to serve medical, industrial, environmental, and educational areas in the scientific world. I hope to also form a Non-governmental organization with the principal aim to coach young female scientists into new areas in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) as their careers.

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY. Best regards, Daniel Darkwa Asare

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY. Best regards, Daniel Darkwa Asare

Leadership is a trait I have always considered as being central to my character. Born as the first of 3 siblings, I have always lived my life often as an exemplar for my younger siblings. I acted as the mediator when misunderstandings arose among them, prepared them for school when my petty-trader parents will leave early before sunrise to the market, and assisted with their schoolwork. Attempts to balance their conflicting interests while trying to reach some form of common ground was often arduous task. However, it was the foundation I needed to hone and nurture my leadership skills. In my society, being the firstborn and a male child means leadership skills are explicitly demanded of you. It came as no surprise when in High School, I took up other leadership roles with ease and without constraint. In my 2nd year, I was elected a dormitory prefect. I was tasked with ensuring the dormitory was clean and void of disorderliness and making sure no student broke the rules of the school at the dormitory level. During conflicts and misunderstandings, I acted as a mediator to resolve issues amongst the students in my dormitory. The biggest test of my potential came when I caught wind of a vacancy for Science Club president. I was nervous upon hearing the select committee had received over 150 applications, nonetheless, it didn’t take long for my fears to be allayed as I made the top ten cut. Unfortunately, I was not appointed president, instead, I was inducted into the club as an executive for my outstanding performance and dedication during a probationary period. The skills I have gained from my upbringing and experience from high school have shaped me into a person driven by initiative and the desire to achieve my set goals. I hope to be an active participant in activities that will propel me to achieve my dream of being a micro-biologist. Soccer is a sport I have played and loved all my life. Most of my childhood memories are imbibed in games I played with my friends as a little boy. Selecting Ball State University as the chosen university for my Bachelor’s program was not so difficult for me once I learned about the school’s athletic team, notably the soccer team. It will be more than a realized dream if I gain admission to study the program of my dreams and also engage in soccer for extra-curricular reasons. In line with this, I hope that the Scholarship board grants me entry into this program as well as the inclusive community at Ball State. Drawing inspiration from the school’s motto; I believe that I AM READY TO FLY. Best regards, Daniel Darkwa Asare