Autobiography if Parents Name a Essay

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While I know how important the arts are, I realize that art, alone, is not enough to change the world. Art supplies a critical vision, but people must be willing to bring that vision to life despite challenges. As an African-American I often consider my own ancestors and what they were able to accomplish despite the odds against them. If they could overcome these overwhelming odds, it would be dishonorable for me to refuse to meet the challenges in my own life. To that end, I've engaged in a series of projects that aim to have a direct and positive impact on the lives of the people around me. I had a talk show, "Closer to my Dreams," on WGIV 103.3 FM; the purpose of which was to inspire teenagers to reach for their dreams. I've also work at Youth Empowerment Solutions (YES!), a nonprofit organization that specializes in training. Yes! fosters partnerships between youths and adult volunteers to create change in the community. Many traditional organizations ignore the role that younger people can play in volunteer work and community change, and I work to change that perception.
I also volunteer with my church, Rod of God Ministries, and one of my volunteer positions there is to clean the bathrooms. I mention this, because each of my contribution is important, whether it is one that normally gets recognition and glory, or it is a position that people may overlook. I'm willing to be the person out in front leading the charge, but I also have the humility and tenacity to clean bathrooms if that's what is required for success.

For all of the above reasons, I know I'm an ideal candidate for your school. I want to come to your university and be a campus leader, but I am equally committed to doing the hard work it takes to make good grades and truly glean the benefits of a quality education. In other words, I'll attend every lecture and discussion, perform on the stage, even and clean the bathrooms -- all with a smile on my face. That is who I am: Precious….....

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