'My future is bright because of Bluefield State'

In my family, I’m the first person to attend and graduate college, so I like to set a good example for my younger sister.

I made a choice to come to Bluefield State to stay out of trouble, better myself as a human being and pursue the aspirations that I have in life.

In a city like Bluefield, it is tremendously hard to get into trouble.

Because of that, I feel that I’m more focused on my studies than other things I could be getting myself into.

I‘ve learned from many different professors and also staff members. Bluefield State also caught my interest because it’s a historically black Institution.

One of my goals is to be able to give back to my community and be a strong role model to the up and coming youth.

My ability to stay focused on my education was due to hard work, perseverance, dedication and not giving up.

My mother plays a major role in my life.

Making her happy is what I live for. Going to college has made people in my life believe they can achieve their goals and that if I can do it, they can do it as well.

I tell people all the time that if it was easy, everyone would be successful.

It takes hard work and dedication in order to achieve what you want.

"Patience is virtue" is one of my favorite quotes that I strongly believe in.

You have to stay focused on your goals and with time you will achieve success.

I believe my future is bright because Bluefield State has given me the necessary tools and knowledge that I need in order to succeed in life.