Soar-in-4 Scholars

2019 Cohort for Scholars

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Sarah Meyer Bertheau 

Major: B.A. in Health Science  

Hometown: Maracaibo, Venezuela  

My Inspiration: I am inspired by my parents because they are doctors and have shown me the importance of persistence and dedication. They have also taught me humility by moving here from another country and leaving everything behind and rebuilding our lives from nothing. I am also inspired by helping those who cannot speak for themselves such as abused and neglected children.  

 

oliviaOlivia Bryant

Major: B.S. in Biology

Hometown: Jacksonville, Florida

My Inspiration: My family and Louis Tomlinson

 

 

 

 

linaLina Crisostomo 

Major: B.A. in Biology  

Hometown: Coral Springs, Florida 

My Inspiration: My family is my biggest inspiration; they have shown me to have an excellent work ethic and to strive for my goals/dreams. 

 

 

 

 

ndriverNatalie Driver 

Major: B.A. in Psychology 

Hometown: Fort Lauderdale, Florida  

My Inspiration:    My parents, particularly my mom. 

 

 

 

 

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Tsaiace Edwards

Major: B.S. in Biology

Hometown: Clarendon, Jamaica

My Inspiration: My family is a giving family, always giving even when it is not much. They inspired me to give medical assistance to any individual that my hard work and determination can impact.

 

 

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Jillian Fichter

Major: Health Science

Hometown: Jupiter, FL

My Inspiration: My family is my biggest inspiration! They always support me and encourage me to follow my dreams.

 

 

hHailey Giamarino

Major: B.S. in Exercise Science and Health Promotions

Hometown: Lake City, Florida

My Inspiration: I am inspired by my family. I am the first member to go to University within my immediate family. I aim to make each and every one of them proud of my accomplishments and proud of the success I have achieved thus far. Through them, I have learned sacrifice and the need to work hard.

 

kateKirsten Hobson

Major: B.S. in Biology

Hometown: Johannesburg, South Africa

My Inspiration: Ever since I was a child my parents have always been my number one supporters whether it was in the pool, on the sports fields, or in the classroom. After watching my parents give up their entire livelihood in South Africa to move my family to America, I have been inspired to give back to them. They gave my brother and I a brighter future here in America and I don't take it for granted. My parents are the reason I continue to better myself because they have shown me that anything is possible. They taught me that the best thing in life is to give back.

 

gusGustavo Huaman

Major: B.S. in Biology

Hometown: Coral Springs, Florida

My Inspiration: The people who inspire me are my father and grandfather, who are both medical doctors, and I look up to them as role models of the person I aspire to become.

 

 

 

miMikhail Isaac

Major: B.A. in Biology

Hometown: Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

My Inspiration: I’m inspired by both of my parents who work hard every day to give me the life I live. Without them, I wouldn’t be where I am today. Studying and working hard to become a successful doctor is what I wish to attain and in doing so make my parents proud of the man I’ve become.

 

 

 

ckCharles Kean

Major: B.S. in Chemistry

Hometown: Coral Springs, Florida

My Inspiration: My inspiration is my family and how hard they’ve worked to get me to this point.

 

 

 

 

rmRebecca Madeus

Major: Health Science

Hometown: Boynton Beach, Florida

My Inspiration: My mom is who inspires me because she taught me the value of working hard and to always give back.

 

 

 

 

smSarah Meth

Major: B.S. in Biology

Hometown: Boca Raton, Florida

My Inspiration: I aspire to become a Physician's Assistant because of the incredible workings of the human body. I am most interested in cardiology and surgery.

 

 

 


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Kayla Peralta

Major: Health Science 

Hometown: Portland, Connecticut

My Inspiration: My grandmother inspires me, she made her own company, raised and provided for two children on her own all while having no college degree. Even though there were many hardships along the way she still managed to be generous, loving and caring not only to her children but her grandchildren as well

 

rpRised Philogene

Major: B.S. in Biology

Hometown: Boca Raton, Florida

My Inspiration: I am most inspired by people who are able to remain persistent and determined when it comes to achieving their goals.

 

 

 

Immaculey PierreImmaculey Pierre

Major: B.S in Biological Sciences and Minor in Business Administration

Hometown: Pembroke Pines, Florida

My inspiration is my family, especially my mother. Through her, I learned that no matter how hard life gets, never forget to give to the next person who has it more challenging than you. Remember humility, grace, compassion, determination, and, most importantly, love. These instilled values have allowed me to strive to be in the medical field.

 

 

 

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dsDaniela Sosa

Major: B.S. in Biology

Hometown: Davie, Florida

My Inspiration: My family who is supporting me to complete my career and have a bright future along my desire to achieve my personal goals are what inspire me

 

 

 


stroud Jackson Stroud  

Major: B.A in Health Science 

Hometown: Amarillo, Texas 

My Inspiration: My older brother is my biggest inspiration. He encourages me every day to try something new and to enjoy the people around me.

 

 

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Alexis Surtel 

Major: B.S. in Biology  

Hometown: Scituate, Rhode Island 

My Inspiration: My mom is a healthcare professional who inspires me every day to work my hardest to achieve my goal of becoming a dermatologist. The opportunity to be part of curative solutions to leading health issues is also a strong motivator for me

 

 

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Jorge L. Torres

Major: B.S. in Biology

Hometown: San Juan, Puerto Rico

My Inspiration: I am inspired by the mysteries of the human body and wish to contribute to the advancement in this field and also have the opportunity to serve my community

 

 

 

 

awAnnalise Wellman

Major: B.S. in Biology

Hometown: Lake Worth, Florida

My Inspiration: I often find myself immensely inspired when I am in nature. This is true for all aspects of my life, including my studies. My desire to understand the natural world fortified my drive to pursue a career in Biology. In addition, nature has also had a profound impact on my creative side by being a recurring theme in the poetry I write.

 

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