I’m a freshman at the Kelley School of Business and I am pursuing a degree in Finance. I come from Overland Park, Kansas, in the Kansas City metro. There I attended Blue Valley Southwest High School. Throughout my time back home I tried to stay as involved as possible including activities such as jazz band, multiple sports, National Honors Society, and Business Professionals of America (BPA).While participating in jazz band, I learned not just the importance of collaboration, but to recognize the unique skill set each individual can bring to the table. I, as the guitarist, contributed a unique sound to the rhythm section, which in turn provided a foundation for the rest of the band to build upon. Likewise in BPA, I recognized each individual's areas of knowledge when compiling an economic research presentation. Our presentation placed my team at second in the state.Coming from a multicultural household and living overseas where I saw a vast array of lifestyles, I always attempt to see everybody's perspective in a situation. In addition to drawing ideas from my peers around me, I always stay diligent, intent, and focused on the goals ahead.