I was born in Nigeria, West Africa and was able to come to the United States because my mother won a lottery visa. Being in the land of opportunity has motivated me to always work hard for the things that I want. My goal is to become an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) and be able to travel around the globe aiding impoverished children and families who do not have the privilege of high quality healthcare.

The most important factor in my college decision was how...