
Help Staying in School
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Hey everyone, hope all is well. My name is Akim Larmond and I am a student-athlete from Kingston, Jamaica. I came to America in the summer of 2016, on a part-academic scholarhsip to attend Northeastern Junior Collge, in Sterling Colorado. However, the scholarship they provided was not enough to cover the full tuition, room & board. Due to my impoverish circumstances living in Jamaica at the time, I decided coming overseas to further my education was a risk financially. It was also a blessing at the same time, because I could excel academically and athletically and be awarded a better scholarship at a 4 year institution.
Last semester during my freshmen year I ended with a 3.7GPA. I excelled atlethically as well, winning a place on the shortlist for student-athlete of the year. To no suprise, I struggled financially throughout school going to bed countless nights, without meals and also could not afford to pay for text books. Therefore I stayed up late nights and use the library as a resource. As an international student I was not granted my social security card in time to gain on-campus employment, to acquire any additional finances. I had no family members here in America either, who could cosign for a loan for me, as I looked into those options as well. I did not let that deter me from continuing my education as I was determine to excel one way or the other.
A little bit about my life before I came to America. I grew up with my mom, who did not have much. She struggled to provide lunch money and also to find dinner at times. I had one pair of school uniform, which I had to ask my neighbors for laundy detergent every other day to keep my clothes clean for the school week. I met some benevolent poeple throughout my high school matriculation. My mom was struggling so much, I had to stay with a friend who did not have much either. However, he provided a roof over my head and a few meals a week. I was so grateful, I told myself I could not waste any time but to excel academically and athletically as I had developed a passion for both.
I became a successful student-athlete in the process and I was granted a scholarship to further my education overseas. I came to America with one mission, to further my education and also to pursue a career in the field of Accounting. So far so good, however the only stumbling block that's thwarting this progression are finances. I am kindly asking for donation or $2,500 in order to finish paying off my tuition, so that I could get my Official Transcript in order to transfer schools. Another school Cuyahoga Community College has granted a better scholarship offer, but before I can transfer, I have to first pay off that remaining tutuion of $2,500 at Northeastern College.
As an international student, I am not able to work off campus. Therefore If anyone can assist with this objective, I will greatly appreciate it. I live by one motto and that is "Determination is the Key to Success" and even though I am faced with financial hardship, I believe I am successful and I will continue to develop on that success. Everyday I wake up, instead of complaining, I pray to God and give thanks even though I am struggling. Not knowing where the next meal will come from is devastating, but I know there are people in the world today, who face tougher situation. Therefore I am grateful with the little I have today.
I promise to never give up and I know God's willing, I will make it and advance beyond my current state. I recently received my social security card; Therefore If I can pay off the remaining tuition at Northeastern Junior College, I will be able to work on-campus at my new institution. This in turn will help to reduce any other financial burdens that may arise in the future. I will greatly appreciate any contribuition whatsoever as I have exhausted all my options. Thanks in advance
Your's sincerely
Akim Larmond
Last semester during my freshmen year I ended with a 3.7GPA. I excelled atlethically as well, winning a place on the shortlist for student-athlete of the year. To no suprise, I struggled financially throughout school going to bed countless nights, without meals and also could not afford to pay for text books. Therefore I stayed up late nights and use the library as a resource. As an international student I was not granted my social security card in time to gain on-campus employment, to acquire any additional finances. I had no family members here in America either, who could cosign for a loan for me, as I looked into those options as well. I did not let that deter me from continuing my education as I was determine to excel one way or the other.
A little bit about my life before I came to America. I grew up with my mom, who did not have much. She struggled to provide lunch money and also to find dinner at times. I had one pair of school uniform, which I had to ask my neighbors for laundy detergent every other day to keep my clothes clean for the school week. I met some benevolent poeple throughout my high school matriculation. My mom was struggling so much, I had to stay with a friend who did not have much either. However, he provided a roof over my head and a few meals a week. I was so grateful, I told myself I could not waste any time but to excel academically and athletically as I had developed a passion for both.
I became a successful student-athlete in the process and I was granted a scholarship to further my education overseas. I came to America with one mission, to further my education and also to pursue a career in the field of Accounting. So far so good, however the only stumbling block that's thwarting this progression are finances. I am kindly asking for donation or $2,500 in order to finish paying off my tuition, so that I could get my Official Transcript in order to transfer schools. Another school Cuyahoga Community College has granted a better scholarship offer, but before I can transfer, I have to first pay off that remaining tutuion of $2,500 at Northeastern College.
As an international student, I am not able to work off campus. Therefore If anyone can assist with this objective, I will greatly appreciate it. I live by one motto and that is "Determination is the Key to Success" and even though I am faced with financial hardship, I believe I am successful and I will continue to develop on that success. Everyday I wake up, instead of complaining, I pray to God and give thanks even though I am struggling. Not knowing where the next meal will come from is devastating, but I know there are people in the world today, who face tougher situation. Therefore I am grateful with the little I have today.
I promise to never give up and I know God's willing, I will make it and advance beyond my current state. I recently received my social security card; Therefore If I can pay off the remaining tuition at Northeastern Junior College, I will be able to work on-campus at my new institution. This in turn will help to reduce any other financial burdens that may arise in the future. I will greatly appreciate any contribuition whatsoever as I have exhausted all my options. Thanks in advance
Your's sincerely
Akim Larmond
Organizer and beneficiary
Akim Bigkeepa Ochoa Larmond
Organizer
Chicago, IL
Leroy Spencer
Beneficiary