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Morocco Study Abroad 2014

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My name is Paloma Pozos, and I am a junior at Salem College with a double major in International Relations and Spanish with a Communications minor. I am writing you concerning a sponsorship opportunity for the 2014 spring semester study abroad opportunity in Morrocco in the Al Akhawayn University through the College Consortium for International Colleges program.

Throughout my years of higher education, I have yearned to fulfill this study abroad trip. By completing this semester in Morocco, I will not only learn about different cultures, mentalities, and discover delectable cuisines, but it will also provide me with the opportunity to grow and flourish as a student and leader.

Through my previous experiences in foreign country, the people and their respective cultures have forever changed me. Whenever I return from these trips, I come back with a renewed sense of purpose and a sincere hunger for education and positive change in the world and humanity. In my past three years of study, I have learned much about the Middle East and Northern African region. While learning about the conflicts facing this region, I couldn't help but to also be intrigued by its culture and its people. This study abroad experience will allow me to connect my in-class studies with real-life experience regarding culture, ethics, politics, government, and religions. I strongly desire to connect hands-on experiences with my college education, thus being empowered to share my story and encourage others to embrace such experience to broaden their horizons.

I am also taking this trip to become literate and proficient in the Arabic language. Their unique phonetics and letters have forever intrigued me, and one of my ultimate goals is to be able to converse with locals and to ultimately understand the natives and their opinions concerning the Western world.
For the past three years I have met amazing people in my life who have made me realize that I can do whatever my mind and heart desires. By embracing this opportunity, I will be enabled to be a better citizen of the academic world and pass along my knowledge of the world and the people I have met. I am confident that in this world no one can do it alone without help and every positive action is recycled.
Thus, I am writing to you to ask if you world be my partner in this truly life-changing experience. As a full time student with two majors, one minor, work-study, and as an active member of my campus and local community, I lack the time to find a part time job to help me pay this program's tuition. While I have been awarded a $5,000 dollar scholarship by the Moroccan school, I am left to fundraise the remaining $10,000.

I would be incredibly appreciative of any donation you can make. The smallest amount goes a long way, not just fiscally but also in regards to the difference you will be making in my life. If you are unable to support me financially, I am still grateful that you are reading this letter to know of my future endeavors and passions. Please share my story with others so they too may learn of such opportunities that are available.

Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions you have concerning my academic achievements, extracurricular activities, or reasons for studying abroad. I would be more than happy to meet with you at any time and keep you updated with my progress in my education. I hope you will consider my request, and I look forward to hearing from you soon.


Sincerely,
Paloma Pozos
P.S. The budget break down can be requested.

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Paloma Banksz Pozos
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Charlotte, NC

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