My first semester at Clemson went by in a blur. It was challenging and rewarding, yet it exceeded all of my expectations. This summer, my family and I moved from Martha’s Vineyard to Charleston, South Carolina a week after high school graduation. Shortly after, I moved into college a week earlier than most since I was going through the sorority recruitment process. I was able to meet many new people, including several from my dorm. I opted to live in a STEM community living center, which means everyone in my building is a STEM major. This has allowed me to meet new friends who share my same interest and work ethic. Immersing myself in this population has also broadened my knowledge of STEM majors and professions. There are many that have piqued my interest and I look forward to learning more about a variety of fields, including the medical and engineering field. Currently, my major is Biological Sciences. My workload this past semester was moderately heavy and challenging. The most challenging aspect was taking Chemistry and Biology simultaneously. From this experience, I have learned the importance of time management and strong study habits. While it was quite difficult, it was also extremely rewarding. I have thoroughly enjoyed my experience at Clemson this fall, including being part of such a large and diverse community. Despite the large size of the campus and number of students, I have truly been able to feel at home at Clemson. I am looking forward to next semester, where I hope to get more involved in the community and explore more career paths and majors. All of these experiences would not be possible without the MVYouth Scholarship. I am extremely grateful for this opportunity and the many things I have learned along the way. Thank you for the support and investment in my future.