Hobbies and interests
Running
Graphic Design
Astronomy
3D Modeling
Aerospace
Astrophysics
Band
French Horn
Bass
Music
Music Composition
Music Theory
Gaming
Game Design and Development
Accounting
Hiking And Backpacking
Carpentry
Woodworking
Karate
Martial Arts
Biking And Cycling
Weightlifting
Calisthenics
Physics
Cooking
Baking
Engineering
Robotics
Reading
Adventure
Action
Fantasy
Ethics
Christian Fiction
Christianity
Folk Tales
Folklore
Classics
Cookbooks
Education
Academic
Leadership
Magical Realism
Young Adult
Science Fiction
Science
Realistic Fiction
Mystery
Music
True Story
Biography
Short Stories
I read books multiple times per month
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I grew up in a poor household with a large family and did not know financial security until recently. It is only through my father's hard work and God's grace to our family that we can be where we are today. Through my dad, I learned a lot of valuable lessons about hard work, determination, and perseverance that have always driven me to excellence and achievement. His diligence in providing for his family has allowed me to have the ability to go to college and I plan to take full advantage of this opportunity
My dream has always been to improve the world through advancements in technology in environmentally sustainable ways. By becoming an engineer, I can work towards a better future for the next generations and one that is full of life and knowledge. Even though this is difficult, I am prepared to take on the challenge and do the hard work required for my future career in aerospace engineering. I have always "reached for the stars" in the work that I do and the plans that I set.
I consider myself a very busy person as I participate in many activities outside of my schoolwork. However, this does not stop me from working hard to achieve my goals and support myself while having fun and doing the things that I love most. I also try to give back to the community that supports me and I often volunteer at events with a local church or organization that allow me to connect with new people and establish strong relationships.
Education
ECPI University
Bachelor's degree programMajors:
- Mechanical Engineering
University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus
Bachelor's degree programMajors:
- Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering
Minors:
- Mathematics and Statistics, Other
Piedmont High School
High SchoolMiscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Master's degree program
Graduate schools of interest:
Transfer schools of interest:
Majors of interest:
- Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering
- Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering
Career
Dream career field:
Aviation & Aerospace
Dream career goals:
Technician or Senior Engineer
Shift Manager
Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers2022 – 20242 yearsBarista and Team Lead
Viridian Coffee2024 – Present10 monthsQuickBooks Assistant
Cardinal North, LLC2022 – 2022Food Server/Cook
OU Housing and Food Services2021 – 20221 yearFarmhand
The Hobby Farm2021 – 2021
Sports
Track & Field
Junior Varsity2018 – 20202 years
Mixed Martial Arts
Club2019 – Present5 years
Arts
Pride of Oklahoma
MusicOU Football Game Halftime Performance, Pep Band for OU Sports2021 – 2022Piedmont Bands
MusicOSSAA Competition, Winter Concerts, Spring Concerts, Jazz Performances, OBA State 5A Competitions, Solo and Ensemble Performance2017 – 2021
Public services
Volunteering
First Baptist Church of Piedmont — Volunteer Worker2016 – 2020
Future Interests
Advocacy
Volunteering
Philanthropy
Entrepreneurship
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Dr. Samuel Attoh Legacy Scholarship
People don't remember someone for what they did for themselves; they recognize the impact on the people around them. Legacy is the impact that we have on the lives of others that we encounter. While there are world records for individuals accomplishing particular tasks, those records eventually break, and the legacy becomes someone else's. However, activists such as Martin Luther King Jr. and scientists like Albert Einstein are recognized for their contributions to society on a global scale and remembered for centuries. Additionally, thousands of people leave lasting legacies in the lives of people close to them who do not significantly impact the bigger world. If I want to leave a legacy in the world, I need to find a way to change one person's life, and the rest will soon follow.
I was raised in a Christian household and taught to help others who do not have as much as I do. When we were financially unstable in my youth, we gave our time and efforts to people struggling alongside us instead. Now I see that helping others is not only a religious obligation but also a moral obligation for everyone in the world. As a result of my upbringing, I have always involved myself in the community and volunteered for service projects. The local church hosted most of these volunteering opportunities, and I was able to make an impact on the lives of people who needed assistance. Volunteering helped me realize the importance of our actions in our lives and to the people around us. They affect so much more than just the immediate situation and leave lasting impacts on the environment and community, whether they are positive or negative. However, we should always strive to leave a positive impact and legacy on the world around us.
I plan to continue setting a legacy of helping others throughout college and beyond with the knowledge I obtain about my career and life. As a college student with a STEM major, I have a unique ability to change the world in many positive ways and leave a lasting legacy for a large number of people. I can accomplish this by working for an environmentally sustainable company and developing technologies to create a better world. Many companies are beginning to care for the environment and want to leave a positive impact on the earth for future generations. This impact is their legacy to smaller groups of people and contributes to the larger scale of history, starting with one person. Continuing this cycle of positive impact on the world should be the goal of every individual, not just those in STEM.
Picture: My father who has always motivated me and inspired me to work hard and achieve my goals to leave a lasting legacy for Christ