Emilia has applied to attend Emory University Pre-College Program this summer and is raising funds for her program fees. Can you help?
Emilia
Emilia
Interest:
Liberal Arts
Grade:
11th
School:
KIPP NYC College Prep
Location:
Bronx, NY
Successfully funded on June 3rd, 2016!
Fully funded!
$4,351 raised
$0 to go
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Emilia
Emilia's Story

My passion is learning.

I discovered this passion through my excitement towards my extracurriculars and academics. Though my dedication to music and sports has been carried from middle school to high school, winning a rugby game and successfully playing the last guitar riff is just as exhilarating as getting a 90 on an AP US test. All three carry an awful load of responsibility but the same sense of determination, perseverance and love of learning has been driven through my academic, musical, and athletic career.

Being a part of the Emory Pre-College Program will help me develop my love for the sciences. As a kid, the only class that caught my attention was science, and advancing in school has only made my passion stronger. My passion for the sciences is shown particularly in taking my school’s AP Chemistry class. The class is only taken by 11 kids out of the 949 students in my school, and the work is rigorous. Being a part of Emory’s Pre-College Program will help me dive into my collegiate dedication to the sciences and help me determine if a career in science will bring me future joy.

LAUREN
A Note from Ms. VERDEFLOR, Emilia's Teacher

When I reflect on the tenacity of Emilia, I must quote the screenplay of The Curious Case of Benjamin Buttons, ‰"Our lives are defined by opportunities; even the ones we miss.‰"

Emilia has made amazing strides to be a young woman open to a myriad of opportunities in her academic career and her vast collection of interests. As a young Latina in New York City, these opportunities have not been given freely, but have been earned through hard work, dedication and the personal pursuit of academic rigor and excellence. Emilia has been a conscientious student regarding her grades and where they can take her when she is not enrolled in school. Regardless of what she is currently engaged in, Emilia is always looking forward and outward of New York City. She is constantly exploring what the world has to offer in the arena of science educational opportunities.

Campaign Activity
Emilia
Emilia posted an update
September 1
Life-changing experiences at Emory!

Thank you so much for helping me attend Emory's Pre-College program! I had so much fun learning new concepts involving Neuroscience and had a blast learning about how much diversity there is around the world! I met so many different people on campus and I am extremely grateful for this life changing experience! Not only did this program help me learn new things but I have become a better me! It was sooo refreshing to meet new students that care about their education and are just as curious about the world, and the brain, as I am! Again, thank you and I hope you had just as a great summer as I did!

I'm on the left but these are just a FEW of the friends that I made over the 2 weeks.
I'm on the left but these are just a FEW of the friends that I made over the 2 weeks.
Instead of eating at the dining hall we would go to the business school and eat fancy sandwiches with hummus in them.
Instead of eating at the dining hall we would go to the business school and eat fancy sandwiches with hummus in them.
This was on a trip to Decatur and it was super fun.
This was on a trip to Decatur and it was super fun.
Success! Ms. VERDEFLOR helped Emilia raise $4,351
June 3
Uncommon Summer 2016 Campaign donated $1,787
June 3
Lynn Liran donated $40
June 3

So excited for you Emilia! :)

Randy Hernandez donated $25
May 29
Walter and Jamie Daigle-Doyle donated $50
May 26

Emilia is a fantastic kid, and absolutely deserves this opportunity. So proud of you!

Annarita Macri donated $35
May 21
Yeslan Hernandez donated $50
May 20
Ashlee Vargas donated $35
May 19
Liz Giordano donated $30
May 10
Emma Routhier donated $25
May 10
Jesenia Gervacio donated $25
May 10
Maribel Tineo donated $25
May 9

Congratulations on your acceptance to Emory College!

Marisela Gutierrez donated $50
May 9

You are amazing! A great person, student, role model and athlete that is never satisfied and always looking to be better. Keep up the excellent work.

Liz Donisan donated $25
May 9
Amanda Lindell donated $25
May 6
Jesus Powell donated $50
May 6

Emilia is a wonderful student and human being. Hard work and dedication deserve encouragement. Great Job Emilia

Stephanie Verdeflor donated $150
May 6

Congratulations! Never stop learning and don't forget to have fun when doing so =)

Sarah Kahn donated $100
May 6

Emilia, girls like you change the world for the better. Keep nurturing your spirit with your love of learning. From Mr. Routhier's mom

Emily Hart donated $25
May 5

Emilia is such a dedicated student and her curiosity will take her so far. I feel lucky to be a part of her journey!

Sam Routhier donated $25
May 5

Emilia you are a hardworking, kind young woman on the road to great things! You have made the most of high school, have approached your studies with energy and curiosity, and have put yourself on track for a life full of choices. This program at Emory is a great opportunity and I hope you can attend. You deserve it.

Mitch Brenner donated $250
May 5
LAUREN VERDEFLOR donated $150
May 3
Emory University
Emory University donated $1,175
May 2
Student Contribution donated $199
May 2
LAUREN
Ms. VERDEFLOR started this campaign
May 2
Emilia
Emilia was accepted into Wishbone!
January 29