Analysis Of The YMCA: Latin Achievers

I came from the public schools district in Philadelphia, where they didn’t have enough money for books and computers to prepare student for the competitive world. That made me realize there is more to this world than Philadelphia. I know there are more opportunities for minorities. When I reach my dream goal in life I will return to my city to give back. Many college graduates want an education, to support them after graduation. They want to enjoy the profession they have chosen. This scholarship will impact my perception on organizations that help young minorities grow to their full potential. Understanding that organizations does seek out students that work hard and want it for themselves, is something that inspires me to want to do the same. I want students to know that as long as you work hard in school, get excellent grades, and want more in life for yourself, that you can achieve any goal that they

Through this university I have been able to become involved with various student organizations, including CEPA and the PILOT program. CEPA stands for the Club de Español Para Amigos. This club provides opportunities for its members to practice their Spanish speaking skills, meet and collaborate with organizations that support the Hispanic community, and volunteer in areas that support Spanish speaking community. This club has allowed me to combine my love for Hispanic language and culture, and do philanthropic work. As a Spanish major, it has provided me with the opportunity to network and practice the skills that I have learned in the classroom. Another organization I am affiliated with is the Pilot program. This is a leadership program on campus. As a member of this club I attend a variety of workshops in order to receive credit as a certified leader and then a master leader. These workshops cover topics including diversity, skill building, self- improvement, and leadership programs. This organization has allowed me to grow as a leader, and become a more well-rounded

Keelan Simpson is the Sports Coordinator of the Bloomington YMCA and his main responsibilities consist of running all sports programs at the YMCA, hiring the correct employees/staff to coach or help run the different sports programs. The different sports programs include youth summer camps, youth seasonal sports, and adult basketball leagues. The YMCA is a global organization that serves all individuals of a community, allowing them to have access to recreational sports, fitness programs and many other health opportunities.

Along with being a diligent student who has been enrolled in 11 Advanced Placement classes, I have also dedicated my time to other causes. For example, I have volunteered at public libraries, Special Olympics events, orphanages for intellectually disabled children, and food pantries. While maintaining a rigorous course load and volunteering, I also work at Kumon. I tutor children to boost their confidences and understanding of concepts vital to their future success. Moreover, I have received membership to The National Honor Society and have been awarded an AP Scholar with Merit Award. My dedication to becoming more culturally aware and five years of enrollment in Spanish classes has allowed me to be inducted into Spanish Honor Society. Within

Winning the title as Miss Hispanic Delaware helped me find my passion. I got the opportunity to intern as a host for a bilingual TV show called “Que Bien.” Que Bien allowed me to grow and gain the confidence that I was missing and embrace my Hispanic culture. Through Que Bien, I got to travel to different cities in the Delmarva and Philadelphia area. I also got the chance to interview politicians, Latino and American music artist, and citizens from the area. From that point on I discovered my passion for television. Once I got accepted to the University of Alabama all I wanted to study was broadcasting. As a first generation student attending a University was already a dream. However, due to financial reasons my parents encouraged me to join

Mexicantown is a neighborhood in Detroit with a rich history and with many great things happening in the present as well. The EPIC program is one of the great programs that helps the youth in the community prepare for the next step. Without programs like this, the burden of being a first generation student in college is greater and students may feel like they dont have the academic, emotional, and social support that they need during high school and the transition to college. It is a part of a greater organization that helps the community in many ways, is in a neighborhood that is incredible diversity with many things to do, but it also has a few issues within the program’s structure and internal issues amongst the students as well.

As I exited the metro bus and stepped into the cold, wet, and way-too-early Saturday morning air, my mind pounded with the self-scolding, “Why am I awake. Why am I awake?”. The second I looked up at the grey-blue sky, however, all dread evaporated. Instead, the gorgeous sight ahead filled me with an incredulous awe. The Washington National Cathedral stood towering in cream-colored splendor, its richly detailed Gothic architecture almost too picturesque to fathom. Intricate spires stood proudly against the low-hanging clouds, as if taunting them to rain. Stunned, I began to follow my friends along a blue stone path surrounded by vivid greenery. As I walked, the chill air invigorated my lungs with each breath, filling me with a sort of peaceful energy. The path led to a smaller, yet still grandiose building which we entered through two large glass doors.

The exponential growth of the Latina/o population is symptomatic of an unquestionable shift in the demographic landscape, and is also reflected in the demographic make-up of higher education. As of 2012, Latina/os constitute the largest ethnic/racial minority group in the United States (U.S. Census Bureau, 2012). Furthermore, Latina/o undergraduate students constitute the largest minority group on college campuses, at 19% of total students enrolled (Pew Research Center, 2014). Research also indicates that Latina/o students experience continued racial discrimination on college campuses (Chavez & French, 2007; Yosso, Smith, Ceja, & Solórzano, 2009; Cokley, Hall-Clark, & Hicks, 2011; Zeiders, Doane, & Roosa, 2012).

According to participants they say that the African-Americans scholastic program has helped put them on the right path to achieve their educational goals. As seen in results the counseling services have been most helpful for students. On open-ended questions, students reported having an African America mentor who looks like they have helped them feel valued on campus. The relationship they established with the mentors has helped them understand that if the mentor was able to overcome challenges in their educational journey so can the current student at hand. Some responses when describing ways, the program gave them a sense of connection consisting people who care about their success and mentors will to challenge, guide and motivate

Only four students went straight to the workforce, when a century ago, this was not the case. With students now consistently going straight to college after high school, state universities should be free to state residents since we have public high schools. In Kalamazoo, Michigan, students who attend high school in Kalamazoo starting in ninth grade, can have from sixty-five to one hundred percent of their tuition covered (Teicher). This is known as “The Promise.” The Promise guarantees any student from Kalamazoo a scholarship that pays either a majority or all of their tuition (Teicher). This scholarship can be used for any state school, fifteen private schools, and other state schools around the United States that are less than the highest tuition in Michigan (Teicher). Since The Promise’s first wave of scholarships, there has been definite improvements in college attendance. For black students, there has been a three percent rise in college attendance and overall forty-eight percent of scholarship recipients graduate college (Teicher). While this has shown an impact, there certainly are other factors that lead to the fifty-two percent that do not graduate, such as not being taught time management, academic skills, or how to take advantage of their sources (Teicher). Despite this fallback, “The Promise” has definitely started an era of higher college graduation rates and those who lack financial support a method of

I am very grateful for your contributions to my education at Valencia College. The only thing that can prevent me from pursuing my educational goal of earn a bachelor’s degree in Dietetics & Nutrition from the University of Florida is my mindset. I have made up my mind that I will strive for a 4.0 GPA every semester, search for additional scholarships, make connections, and become involved within my community because I know that I can. As a first generation college student of immigrant parents, I understand that there are so many excuses to reasons why many choose not to further their education like the cost of living and tuition being one of them. There are several avenues and helping hands at Valencia College for driven students that are taking advantage of the skill-shops that offer life skills about financing, career readiness, and getting ahead in college,

Growing up, I faced many of the challenges; I was a first-generation Mexican-American college student whose first language was Spanish. I grew up in a suburb of Los Angeles, and I did not have any support system to think of an educational career beyond a high school degree. It was up to me to learn how the post-high school education system was structured for individuals who were not the ideal college candidate and to uncover opportunities for myself in the educational world. I went to East Los Angeles College and it was there that I obtained my social network of individuals that assisted me with the transfer process to a four-year institution. I joined many programs, clubs, and community services events. The Puente Program was one of the programs I attended, which provided

As a young boy, I was compelled to defect the country of Cuba along with my family. While the experience was dark and full of difficulty, we had the tremendous privilege of living in this prosperous nation—the United States of America. Being the victim of unfairness, bullying, and inequality since my arrival has strengthened me and taught me that giving up is never an option in sports or academics. I believe I deserve the David Logan Scholarship because I am hard working and committed like the memorable David Logan was, and I would use the award for the sole purpose of enriching my education.

I will be there for them if they’re ever in a need of help or are distressed. Not only will I support my Hermanos, but I will also take pride in getting involved with the La Unidad Latina in their P.A.T.H.E Initiative, which supports middle school and high school students on their quest to graduate from a four-year university. This is something I have always wanted to do, improve the students’ academically in our community since we are the underprivileged and don’t have access to as many resources as others. But with the P.A.T.H.E Initiative, we will provide access to the youth and assist them on their quest to earn a degree. I will attempt to increase the number of individuals who participate in the P.A.T.H.E Initiative, as well as attempt to hold many more fundraising events that’ll support the Initiative. Lastly, I will help improve the fraternity academically. La Unidad Latina values academics, and with my ambition for education, I feel like I can assist in further improving the members’ success in higher

This report will confront the issue at the Sheridan County YMCA and its lack of space for its After School Program. Over the last eight years since the program’s start it has become a wonderful opportunity for families in need of childcare in the hours between the children’s release from school and when they get off work. The program has gained a promising reputation, that being said, it has also gained a hefty waitlist of parents in hopes of their children being accepted into the program.