Hi everyone,

My name is Nikoletta Pytel, and I am a sophomore student-athlete at Western New Mexico University, where I compete on the women’s tennis team on a partial athletic scholarship. I am originally from Poland, and studying in the United States has been an incredible opportunity, but it also comes with significant financial challenges. As an international student, my current financial situation is not stable, as I am only allowed to work a limited number of hours on campus, which makes it difficult to cover all academic expenses. I am currently working part-time and saving everything I can to help pay for the Spring 2026 semester, but I am still short of the required amount. My fundraising goal is $5,500, which will go directly toward tuition and required class expenses. I am a psychology major, and I am fully committed to both my academic and athletic goals. I continue to work hard in the classroom and on the tennis court with the aim of earning a higher scholarship through strong performance and dedication. Any donation, no matter the amount, would mean so much to me and would help ease the financial pressure I am currently facing. I would be deeply grateful for any support toward my education and athletic journey.

Thank you sincerely for taking the time to read my story and for any help you are able to offer.