I often consider myself quite privileged because I was able to grow up here in the U.S. where I always have had access to education. Back when I was in school, one of my main goals in life was (and still is) to learn as much as I can. College has truly changed my life in ways that I can’t even begin to describe. My education has been like a candle in the dark room, a map in the labyrinth, and a rope at the end of a cliff. It has been the one thing that really holds me together. Therefore, It has been my pursuit to make sure that I do whatever I can to ensure an equal access to education especially for those who are less fortunate than me. I truly believe that education can really change the world. Education brings compassion, love, and care amongst humans. The kindness in us comes from understanding of each other’s needs and desire to live in a peaceful place, and most importantly, knowing our responsibility to each other as a citizen of the world. It is through education that one can see and do things that are greater than one’s self.