When I recieved the Hixson I was overjoyed. I couldn't believe that I was the one person chosen from my county. It meant that I would actually have a chance of affording Iowa State as college. It meant that I could actually go to a great college and start building a better future for myself. Since I am the only one paying for my college, having this big of a scholarship meant a great deal to me. It was a great relief to find out that half of my tuition was covered. Not only for my first year but all four years!
Now that I have recieved the Hixson I have gotten to experience Iowa State at its fullest. Yes I still work, but now I know I have a little more support to back me up, this was a great relief. I also get to go to the Hixson classes that give a little more information that will help me in college. I like this because I didn't have help from parents to figure out college so this class is a real guidence for me in a way. I also like that because of this scholarship I have met many new people and friends. This scholarship also encourages me to do my best in my classes because I know now that in order to keep this scholarship and to make the Hixson people look good I must achieve my best.
I am so lucky to have gotten this scholarship because I now have the chance to create my future and have no excuses why I can't succeed regardless of what people have told me. I feel grateful for all the support and friendships it has given me. Basically if I had not gotten this scholarship I would not be at Iowa State right now typing this blog. So I am glad that I was chosen for this scholarship and plan to stay focused in college and do great in my classes to show how thankful I am.
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