Giving philosophy inspires MLK Scholarship winner
“护士, 工作人员, doctors — everyone was always so friendly when he had to spend time in the hospital,布里特说。, who continues to assist her father with his regular dialysis at her family’s home. “They told me they were there because they wanted to see my father get better.”
That philosophy inspired her to study for a career as a physician’s assistant. After Britt graduates from 移行细胞癌 this spring, she will transfer to a four-year school and work toward her master’s. She has applied to the University of North Carolina, Old Dominion University, Virginia Commonwealth University and Christopher Newport University.
The 王 scholarship holds particular meaning to Britt, given how much she admires the man and his message. “I have shaped my life around the desire to be an individual who makes a difference all over the world like Dr. Martin Luther 王 Jr. and other great leaders,” she wrote in her scholarship application essay.
“He was courageous,” Britt said. “He wasn’t afraid to step out of his comfort zone. He kept his eyes on the prize and did so peacefully.”
The 2012 graduate of Western Branch High School already has a significant resume of service. Her cousin Wilheimina Long started the organization Youth Matter, a nonprofit that brands itself as a message and a mission dedicated to making a difference in the lives of youth and at-risk females. Britt held the title Miss Youth Matter 2012, making her the national spokesperson and a leader in planning local volunteer activities in nursing homes and children’s hospitals. She started her own dance team, Just Divine, to bring awareness to the organization.
“No matter how busy my life may get, I always have time to spread awareness, empowerment and love just as the great Dr. 金做到了，”她说.
布里特，他持有3.8 GPA and is a member of the honor society Phi Theta Kappa at 移行细胞癌, chose community college to better prepare her for the rigors of university life. Though she’s always been a strong student, she was unsure of a career path and wanted to give herself the time to carefully consider her academic options.
“移行细胞癌 gave me time to work, time to study, time to think about what I really want,” she said. “I’m much more prepared for the next step than I would have been if I had gone straight into a four-year school.”
Britt is grateful for the scholarship and is especially proud that it is awarded in the name of Dr. 王.
“He has had a huge impact on my thoughts and actions,布里特说。, who concluded her scholarship application essay noting, “I promise to make Dr. 王, Tidewater Community College and the entire world proud of my accomplishments.”
Tatiana Britt in her own words