The 2025-2026 alliance scholarship is meaningful to me because this scholarship allows me to pursue a valuable educational experience at Bushnell University. Bushnell University is a great place to grow in my faith and my academics. Receiving this scholarship makes me feel super grateful, knowing I am able to receive financial support from someone who believes in my future enough to provide me financial support. As a first-generation Mexican student, I have seen family make financial, lifestyle, and emotional sacrifices for me to be here. This scholarship not only gives me the opportunity to learn and grow at Bushnell, but it also honors the hard work and sacrifices my family has made. Thank you for investing in my future!

I chose Bushnell University because it offers a communications program that I believe will prepare me for a career in public relations. I also believe in the school’s tri-athlete model of character, which earned recognition as the 2024-2025 Cascade Conference School of Character. As a women’s soccer player, I’ve been grateful to be part of a team where I can help make a difference while growing as both an athlete and a person. I am also honored to be part of a Christ-centered community and a soccer program that integrates faith and spiritual practices. At Bushnell, I believe I can continue to grow my communication skills that will positively impact both my play on the field and my contributions to the campus community.

Find a campaign that aims to make a positive impact in the community or the world. My goal is to work with a team that values effective communication and collaboration. I want to share my public relations knowledge with others because I believe public relations is a skill that benefits everyone, both personally and professionally.

I am honored to be a recipient of the OAICU BNSF Railway Foundation Scholarship.This award is meaningful and deeply appreciated to help me continue to pursue my wish of getting a college degree at George Fox University. Thank you so much for your generous support. The award gives me an opportunity to learn skills that are essential for my future career and life outside of the classroom. It allows me to achieve a degree as a first generation college student to build a successful future. Without your support, many students such as myself wouldn’t be able to pursue degrees with such ease.

I chose to attend George Fox University for a handful of reasons. The Be Known promise at Fox promises that each student will be known academically, spiritually, and personally. I was drawn to the idea of being known in all of those areas. Attending a Christian University with such a close knit community was something I strived to look for and found at George Fox. I appreciated the strong emphasis on integrating faith and learning, so that I am not only able to grow academically but deepen my faith as well. The welcoming environment has given me a place to call home where I've been given the opportunity to build meaningful relationships and a sense of belonging.

After graduation, I plan to begin my career in Financial Services, where I can gain valuable experience, build my professional reputation, and create strong relationships with clients. I am eager to apply the knowledge and skills I’ve gained through my education to help individuals make informed financial decisions and guide them to financial success. Over time, I hope to advance into a leadership role where I can mentor others and contribute to the growth of my organization. In the end, my goal is to make a meaningful impact in the financial industry by promoting integrity, trust, and long-term success for my clients.

This scholarship means so much to me because, without it, I wouldn't have the opportunity to pursue higher education. I'm deeply grateful to the donors for their generous support—it is truly making a difference in my life.

I chose Linfield because of its close-knit, supportive community and the strength of its academic programs. I chose marketing as my major because I’m passionate about helping businesses grow, connect with their audiences, and stand out in a competitive industry.

After graduation, I hope to find a job in marketing—ideally at an inspiring company like Pinterest or Nike, where I can help build meaningful connections between brands and people. I’m also passionate about working for a nonprofit, where I can use my skills to make a positive impact in people’s lives. Eventually, I want to give back by donating to scholarship programs to support students who may not believe higher education is possible for them.

I am deeply honored to be chosen as a recipient of this scholarship, and I sincerely thank you for this generous support. As a first-generation college student, the financial challenges of pursuing higher education have always been a major obstacle. Balancing work and school can be demanding, but this scholarship has eased that burden and given me the ability to devote more energy toward my studies and future goals. Your generosity has not only lightened my financial stress but has also motivated me to continue striving for success. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in my academic journey.

I chose Pacific University not only because it is close to home, but also because of the welcoming and supportive environment it provides. The university offers valuable resources that help students explore career paths while fostering personal growth and resilience. These qualities made Pacific the perfect fit for me, as I know it will prepare me to succeed both in my professional aspirations and in life’s challenges.
I decided to major in business because of its versatility and its importance across nearly every industry. Business drives innovation, growth, and opportunity, and studying it allows me to build essential skills in leadership, problem-solving, and critical thinking. I believe earning a degree in business will give me the tools and knowledge to make a meaningful impact in whatever path I pursue.

After graduation, I plan to combine my business degree with my real estate license to pursue a career in the real estate industry. My long-term goal is to establish my own business, where I can help families achieve their dream of homeownership. I am passionate about guiding people through the complexities of the housing market, and I believe my education in business, paired with real estate expertise, will allow me to provide both practical and strategic solutions. In addition, I have recently developed a strong interest in marketing and would like to explore opportunities in this field as well. Marketing plays a vital role in connecting businesses with their communities, and I am eager to gain experience in this area, whether through working with a company or applying it to my own future opportunities. By blending my knowledge of business, real estate, and marketing, I hope to make a meaningful impact in both the professional world and in the lives of the people I serve.

From the bottom of my heart thank you for offering me the 2025-2026 Scholarship. This is important for continuing my education which would not be possible without opportunities like this. My education is important to me both because I think that my time at Reed college is enriching to me personally, but also because I am learning tangible skills that help me understand the world at large. This semester I have learned to code in R, a statistical modeling language that is used in research from Economics to Biology. I hope that this knowledge can make an impact in the world.

I choose my major because I have really enjoyed the math and statistics courses I have taken at Reed. The professors are top tier, and the quality of education I am getting is genuinely unmatched. I feel successful and that there are many tangible skills I am learning.

After graduation I plan to get a job and take care of my family.

The BNSF Railway Foundation Scholarship is especially meaningful to me because it directly eases the financial burden of pursuing higher education as a first-generation college student from a Hispanic household. Since I am the first in my family to attend college, navigating the cost of school is a huge factor in my ability to focus on academics, and this scholarship provides the support I truly need. Beyond the financial relief, it allows me to dedicate more time and energy to my studies and involvement on campus. It motivates me to continue breaking barriers for both myself and my family. Thank you!

I chose my college because of its strong programs in marketing and finance and the opportunities it offers to be fully immersed in the business world while building leadership experience. As a marketing and finance double major, I have had the chance to explore both creative and analytical aspects of business. My experiences in these fields have reinforced my passion for learning how businesses operate holistically, and my involvement in the Dean’s First Year Advisory Council has strengthened my leadership skills, collaboration abilities, and engagement with the broader business school community.

After graduation, I plan to pursue a career that bridges marketing and finance, allowing me to contribute strategically to organizations while continuing to serve as a role model for my younger siblings. As the oldest child in my family, I am setting a precedent by being the first to earn a college degree, and I hope to inspire them to pursue higher education and their own ambitions.

This scholarship is deeply meaningful to me because it helps make an education at a private college like Willamette possible. As a first-generation college student, the financial burden of higher education has always been one of my greatest concerns. Balancing work alongside my academic responsibilities can be challenging, and this scholarship has significantly eased that stress. Because of this support, I am able to focus more fully on my studies, my personal growth, and making the most of my college experience without the constant worry of affordability. I would not have received this opportunity without the support of the Alliance, and for that I am truly grateful. Thank you for investing in my education and for the meaningful impact this scholarship has had on my academic journey.

I chose Willamette because of its strong emphasis on hands-on learning and its close-knit academic environment. The small class sizes and low student-to-faculty ratio allow me to build meaningful relationships with my professors, which has greatly supported my learning and academic success. I value being in an environment where professors are accessible, supportive, and invested in their students. I chose my major because I was drawn to Willamette’s strong business program, its engaging coursework, and the opportunity to learn from knowledgeable and experienced professors. The program offers practical skills and real-world applications that align with my career goals and interests.

After graduation, my long-term goal is to own my own business as a woman in entrepreneurship. I plan to create and run my own event management and planning company, where I can help people celebrate important milestones and create meaningful, stress-free experiences. I love bringing people together, organizing special moments, and creating lasting memories, and I hope to turn that passion into a career that brings joy to others.