Alina M. Segura

November 30, 2004

Goizueta Minority Science Scholarship

To Whom It May Concern:

I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your generosity in funding the Goizueta Minority Science Scholarship and contributing to my education at Barry University. I am extremely honored to be the recipient of the award for the year 2004-2005.

Currently I am in my sophomore year at Barry University, majoring in Biology/Pre-med. The classes I have enjoyed most are Biology, chemistry, and zoology. When I graduate I hope to get into an excellent medical school that prepares me to become a Dermatologist, which I have dreamed of becoming for a long time. Now, with the help of this scholarship and my faith in God, I know that these dreams can and will be fulfilled.

I was born and raised in the southern part of the island of Puerto Rico, in the city of Ponce. My family is relatively small, just my parents and an older sister. My sister is an actress and lives in Los Angeles, California. My father is a Pediatrician and my mother is a house wife. They have worked hard to make sure that my sister and I never wanted anything and could attend college.

I greatly appreciate the recognition and support the Goizueta Minority Science Scholarship. Receiving this scholarship motivates me to maintain my GPA and complete my degree. I look forward to being able o give back to the community once I begin my career as a doctor. My family and I thank you for your confidence and willingness to help me achieve my goals.

Sincerely,

Alina M. Segura