Cecilia Obregon

November 22, 2004

RE: Goizueta Minority Science Scholarship

To Whom It May Concern:

I was born in Sancti Spiritus, Cuba in 1976. I came to the United States with my family when I was eighteen years old. Learning a new language and adjusting to a new culture was not easy for me, but with the help and support of my family I was able to graduate from Miami Dade Community College in Pre-Medical Sciences with Honors in 1998.

This same year my precious daughter was born, and since then I have had to work full time in order to provide for her and my family. When I found out about the adult Biology/Histotechnology program at Barry University I was thrilled. Not only was this the degree I was looking for, but it also offered me the flexibility to take all my classes in the evening.

At Barry University I had had the privilege to be taught by the most knowledgeable professors who have not only challenged me intellectually and culturally, but that continue to enrich my life.

Working and studying full time have not been easy. Even though I work an average of forty hours a week, that has not prevent me from being punctual, studying harder each day and achieving excellent grades.

Thanks to your generosity, I have found more desire to try my best not only in school but also in life. I will continue to live a life worthy of your sacrifice, but most importantly of our Savior’s. Thank you once again for being an instrument in His hands and for supporting me in fulfilling my dreams.

Sincerely,

Cecilia Obregon