Maryann Barrientos-Diaz Class of 2020 Attending University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Presidential Award Awarded: $2500
My name is Maryann Barrientos-Diaz. I will be attending the University of Minnesota and planning to major in Biology. My goals are to become a well- rounded, educated person and use my newly learned skills to make a difference in the world. Be a part of the change that’s upon us right now. Black Lives Matter.
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Vincent Cao Class of 2020 Attending University of Minnesota Twin Cities MnACC Scholarship Awarded: $1000
Hello! My name is Vincent Cao and I am a second-generation immigrant. I will be attending the College of Science & Engineering at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities this upcoming school year. I always strive to be an empathetic and hardworking person that people can always turn to for help. At a young age, I was able to start volunteering at a local food bank, which developed into one of my greatest passions during high school. At the University of Minnesota, I plan on joining the multiple volunteering student organizations offered while majoring in mechanical engineering. My favorite subjects in school have always been math and science, and I am determined to use these interests and passion towards making a positive difference.
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Houshee Class of 2020 Attending Saint Catherine's University MnACC Scholarship Awarded: $1000
My name is Houshee and I am a first-generation college student. In a family of eight, I feel fortunate to be the fifth child my parents will be sending to college this fall. My passion to help others inspire me to pursue a career in nursing at Saint Catherine's University. I want to impact my community and the broader community of the healthcare field. I know with my grit and enthusiasm, I can make a change.
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Jesus Cazares-Reyes Class of 2020 Attending University of Minnesota-Twin Cities MnACC Scholarship Awarded $1000
Hi! My name is Jesus Cazares-Reyes and I am 17 years old; I will be attending the University of Minnesota Twin Cities as a Biology, Society, and Environment major at the College of Liberal Arts. After college, I hope to either go to Med school or Physician Assistant school and focus on dermatology. I am from a small town in Southwest rural Minnesota called Windom, the population is under 6,000. I am a first-generation student and am a child of Latino immigrants, my father being Mexican, and my mother Nicaraguan. I am super excited to be able to attend college and hope my freshmen year goes smoothly!
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Natalie Yang Class of 2020 Attending University of Minnesota-Twin Cities MnACC Scholarship Awarded: $1000
Hello, My name is Natalie Yang. I am Hmong American and love being creative through art and music! I will be attending the University of Minnesota Twin Cities and majoring in Communication Studies. I strive towards gaining a career as an individual who works with others, while also implementing my creative aptitude into my work. I'm currently in my time of exploration in deciding what I would like to do, however, with the support of my advisors and support system around me, I'm confident that I can succeed in whatever field of work I choose. Thank you for the opportunity of receiving this scholarship to pursue my secondary education.
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