What The Hixson Award Means To Me

                The Hixson award means a lot to me.  The Hixson award is giving me a chance to be successful and productive in my future.

                Growing up, I always planned on attending college but never had a plan as to how.  My family has never had enough money to save any for future expenses.  I knew I could take out loans but didn’t want to be in major debt.  The Hixson award has given me a way to attend college without placing further financial burden on my family.  I will still graduate with debt, but with an amount that I see as reasonable.

                I also feel honored to have received the Hixson award.  I can hardly believe that I am among the few recipients of this award considering the many possible candidates.  Being honored with this opportunity I feel that it is my duty to use it to its fullest potential and learn as much about being successful in life as I can while here at Iowa State University.

                Overall I am thankful, honored, and proud to have received the Hixson Award.