but taught that hard work prevails.“ They demonstrated that achieving goals requires more than talent or luck – time dedicated and courage to take risks ultimately lead to an objective,” says Aime.
As a first-generation college student, though, Aime says,“ This scholarship changed the way I saw higher education. What seemed unreachable was becoming reachable.” With guidance of Future Sacramento mentors and Elizabeth Marlow, she graduated from high school ranked in the top 10 of her class, had earned a weighted GPA of 4.0, and, feeling prepared for college, enrolled at UC Davis. Once at Davis, though, Aime struggled to find direction and pinpoint her goals, and wavered in her academic course.“ This is common for first-generation college students,” she notes.“ Our parents can’ t guide us through education they didn’ t receive and we lack awareness that asking for help doesn’ t mean that we don’ t belong in college.”
Five majors and only four years
later, Aime’ s on the brink of completing her undergraduate studies, having brought her freshman year GPA of 1.8 up to a 3.0, and will graduate with a double major in International Relations and Spanish.“ Future Sacramento enhanced my entire experience,” she confirms.“ The scholarship took stress off my family economically, and showed me that more than just getting us into college, Future Sacramento is committed to helping us through college. Whether it was a phone call, an email, or a group meeting, Elizabeth and the Board of Directors always ensured we felt their full support.”
Future Sacramento welcomes volunteers. Donors are greatly needed to fund scholarships.“ Future Sacramento makes the most efficient use of donated funds, ensuring all available resources are in place to help scholarship recipients through graduation,” concludes Marlow.“ Please join us in helping more students attend and succeed in college.”
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