Hobbies and interests
Community Service And Volunteering
Art
Education
Environmental Science and Sustainability
Biology
Reading
Adventure
Contemporary
Literary Fiction
Realistic Fiction
Young Adult
Christianity
Religion
Academic
I read books multiple times per week
Stephanie Garay
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My lifelong ambition is to help as many people as possible. I especially want to focus on those who are minorities. I'm passionate about education equality for everyone because I know of people who are unable to get the help they need. I hope to be able to inspire my students to continue to learn as much as possible.
Education
Xavier University
Bachelor's degree programMajors:
- Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Mount Notre Dame High School
High SchoolMiscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Bachelor's degree program
Graduate schools of interest:
Transfer schools of interest:
Majors of interest:
Career
Dream career field:
Education
Dream career goals:
Science Teacher
Adventure Guide
The Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens2022 – Present2 yearsWaitress
The Root Beer Stand2022 – 2022Babysitter
2017 – Present7 yearsReferee
SAY Soccer2018 – Present6 yearsExtended Day Program Employee
St. Michael School2021 – Present3 yearsJunior Camp Counselor
Gorman Heritage Farm2021 – 2021
Sports
Volleyball
Club2022 – 2022
Soccer
Intramural2014 – 20173 years
Volleyball
Intramural2012 – 20186 years
Arts
Mount Notre Dame
Theatre2018 – 2020
Public services
Volunteering
Xavier University — Tutor2022 – 2022Volunteering
St. Michael School — Adult Volunteer2022 – PresentVolunteering
Mount Notre Dame — Peer Minister2021 – 2022Volunteering
Pediatric Cancer Research — Volunteer2020 – 2020Volunteering
Aubrey Rose Foundation — Leader2019 – 2020Volunteering
GCCYS — Assistant Coach2019 – 2021Volunteering
Matthew 25 — Volunteer2019 – 2019Volunteering
St. Michael Parish — Volunteer2018 – 2019Volunteering
Say Soccer — Assistant Coach2018 – 2021Volunteering
Operation Give Back — Volunteer2018 – 2018Volunteering
Gorman Heritage Farm — Volunteer/Leader2018 – 2020Volunteering
Faith Community Preschool — Camp Counselor2016 – 2018Volunteering
A Child's Hope International — Crosstown Packout Leader2019 – 2019Volunteering
St. Michael Parish — Children's Liturgy of the Word Cantor2018 – 2020
Future Interests
Advocacy
Volunteering
Skin Grip Diabetes Scholarship
Bold Relaxation Scholarship
There are many ways I like to unwind and relax. On days when I'm not busy I like to curl up with a book or watch a movie. I typically gravitate to science fiction movies and romance novels.
When I need a mental health boost, I enjoy being outside, talking with my friends, cleaning, and exercising. I enjoy taking long walks and being outside in nature. My favorite outdoor activities are hiking and swimming. My favorite place to hike is Gorman Heritage Farm in Evendale, Ohio. Being outside and with nature helps my mental health tremendously. When I'm struggling with my mental health I talk with my friends who are very supportive and inspiring. I know that cleaning may not be a typical mental health boost but feeling accomplished and knowing that a room is clean is extremely beneficial. I'm not an exerciser but I know exercise releases endorphins, so I try to incorporate it into my daily routine.
I know my ways of coping and relaxing might be different but they work for me and that is what matters!
Mirajur Rahman Perseverance Scholarship
Type 1 Diabetes has been my constant companion for over ten years, but even as a veteran, I’m still learning and evolving. With diabetes, I never experience the same day twice. I could have a spectacular day where my blood sugar is sailing smoothly then the next day, I could have blood sugars that look like someone is playing with a yoyo. I never know what kind of day I’m going to have.
My aunt gave me a shirt for Christmas that said, “be kind.” She told me I was, “one of the kindest people she knows, but sometimes I need to remind others to be kind too.” However, she doesn’t know that I choose to be kind is because of Type 1 Diabetes. Type 1 Diabetes is an invisible illness, so most people don’t understand it, and let’s face it sometimes living with diabetes is terrible. Many people don’t understand what it’s like to feel like to be a human robot relying on devices to keep alive. People without Type 1 Diabetes don’t know what it’s like to have a conversation while having a low blood sugar and feeling dizzy, shaky, and sweaty all while trying to act like I’m okay. I choose to be kind because I know what it is like for other’s to not know or understand.
Ten years with Type 1 Diabetes has taught me to take a step back when I need it. Diabetes is unrelenting; there are no breaks, vacations or off days and sometimes it’s hard. I get burned out and want nothing to do with diabetes. When this happens, I try to find the median of taking care of my diabetes but also giving myself grace. I remind myself to take a deep breath, step back, that I’m doing the best I can, and that I don’t have to be perfect all of the time.
Over the years, I’ve learned a lot, but there’s still so much more I need to learn. As a person with diabetes I know I want to help other people like me; which is why I want to be a nurse. I want to make a difference in someone’s life just like my doctors and nurses have in mine. Type 1 Diabetes has taught me so much over the years, but the biggest lesson it’s taught me is to be my best self and never let it stop me from doing things I love.
Unfortunately, my family is not contributing to my college education. Without scholarships I'm unable to pay for and attend four years of college. I hope to become a nurse and help others, but in order to do that I need at a minimum a bachelor's degree. Type 1 Diabetes has also placed me in need of financial aid because as I get older I will have to pay for my medical bills which are quite expensive. Lowering the cost of college now will help me pay for my needs in the long run.