I think the best possible way to explain how amazing it was to receive such a gracious scholarship would be to paint the picture of my reaction upon first hearing the news that I had been a recipient. It was on a Friday, and I was at my boyfriend's house actually discussing the scholarship at the time when I got a phone call from my mom. At first, it was a typical conversation going on about daily things. Well, if you knew anything about my mom she forgets a million things when she calls you, so one phone call is followed by at least three more. I answered her third call a little aggravated this time, jokingly of course, but the news I got was like winning the lottery. As soon as she told me I got the Hixson Scholarship, I started screaming and jumping up and down. I was so excited that we raced over to my house to celebrate with my family.
When arriving, my mom hugged me and was already on the phone calling my aunt. I thought to myself I had to call my art teacher, who was gracious enough to be my reference for this scholarship. When I told her she was just as excited as I was. I knew how much of a blessing this scholarship truly was. Words couldn't even describe how thankful, relieved, or just honestly shocked I was that I had gotten such a great gift. I couldn't thank the Lord enough for opening this door up for me to have an amazing opportunity like this. But, I was soon to learn what a benefcial and rewarding experience this scholarship would be once arriving at Iowa State in the fall.
The Hixson scholarship is really the tool of my success here at Iowa State University. I suppose that's why I cherish and appreciate it so much, because I know that I may not have been able to attend school here without it. It has opened the doors to all the steps I will go through in achieving a career, my goals, and my college education. This scholarship is more than just half of my tuition, it is building character in me, it is instilling responsibility in me for something that requires a large amount of effort to obtain. Overall, my experience with the Hixson scholarship is molding me through my years here at Iowa State to the person I want to become.
I especially consider the Hixson as a resource guiding me through the process of getting use to college life, as well as, setting me up for a journey through the "real world". I am so thankful for the staff that works within the Hixson program because they do a tremendous job at steering the lucky recipients in the successful path. I view this award as support center. The amount of access I have from this award, like the computer lab, allows me to have a place to go and study or print freely:). The most important aspect of this award though is those backing me up within the office. They truly care, and I feel as though I have a special push behind me because Debra, Allie, and Silas all want us to do our best, and represent the program as well as possible.
Christina Hixson has really blessed my life and experience here at Iowa State University. I am so thankful that someone can be as incredibly giving as she is. The Hixson award was a pivital moment in my life because I feel as though I really achieved something by receiving it. It was the first kind of real life boost of hey the world has some really great things to give you. I just hope through this opportunity more and more will come my way, creating a bright and successful furture for me.
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