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ANDREA GIBSON DuPERRY…..

PERSONAL BIOGRAPHY (cont.):
ARE YOU WILLING TO COME BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY AND VOLUNTEER TO MOTIVATE ANOTHER
YOUNG BLACK STUDENT PURSUE GOING TO COLLEGE?:

I am very passionate about investing in our youth, so I will definitely find a way to serve my community
in any capacity to build up the future generations.

HOW WILL YOU HANDLE THESE CHALLENGES ?

FACING ADVERSITY Caused by COVID-19 Pandemic, Systemic Racism, Blacks Murdered by Police:

In this all around troubling time I have tried to be very reflective to keep my personal peace. Having
mild to severe asthma, puts me in a concerning position regarding COVID-19 and has forced me to be
overly cautious and not necessarily follow the antics of those my age. In regards to systemic racism, I

have been having a lot of discussion with individuals of different races in and outside of work. I believe
the best was to effect change is with genuine positive interaction.

KEEPING YOUR FAITH In God to Overcome the Adversities You Will Surely Face:

Through every hardship and moment of uncertainty God has been there for me. I often write in my
prayer journal prayers giving thanks and asking for clarity in many aspects of life. I definitely think that
writing out my prayers in the journal proved to be very therapeutic and allowed me to continuously
reflect throughout the year.

STAYING COMMITTED TO ACHIEVEMENT Academic Success, Individual Development, and Spiritual

Growth:
I am all about self-improvement, so in every aspect of my life I am constantly reflecting on my progress

and my feelings about the matter. I also try to stay well organized to efficiently complete tasks and
ensure I am staying focused on my goals. I am naturally persistent, which means I will find a way to ob-
tain personal success.

“Young Scholars Achieving As They Endure The Unknown”

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