UT History Scholarship Analysis

UT History Scholarship Application: Personal Statement
I decided to major in history to continue the legacy of storytelling that my professors have extended to me. Initially, I intend to teach at the high school level because I believe high school is when a student is most impressionable, seeking to establish the foundation of who they are and what they do to find fulfillment in life. History has helped me improve both in other classes and in different areas in my life, and I wish to do the same for my future students. It has developed my ability to write well, both for personal and professional purposes. It has encouraged a sense of criticism that I more readily seek to apply to any and all forms of information. It has increased my awareness …show more content…
The legendary nature and reality of historic data complement each other when students study the past. They can learn principles like change over time, sound argumentation and debate, the nature of decisions and actions taken by influential people, assessment of the untold stories, positive or negative outcomes of both good and bad intentions, critical analysis of incredible amounts of data followed by precise explanations of the given information, bringing primary sources into context, etc. While each of these principles can be used directly in the field of history, their application transcends to other career paths as well. The subject of history is meant to go beyond classroom application, not only to be used by teachers for jobs and students for class …show more content…
I am a leader in both of these places, which requires all the more time, energy, and resources I have to share along with other priorities like school and work. My weeks are spent with restless nights trying maintain a fair amount of commitment to each of these activities. However, I enjoy being involved in all these things, where I can prove hard work and dedication produce success. Being an officer and team captain helps me remain disciplined to lead by example and bring people together to increase our ability to achieve collective and personal goals on and off the field. Various ministry programs challenge me to use my weaknesses and my strengths to help others grow in their faith, their purpose, and their favor with God and