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Class President Research Paper

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Since I could remember I’ve always been that shy kid in class, the one who sat in the back and did anything to avoid speaking in front of everyone. At first my shyness did not affect me greatly because it was something that I knew I would eventually grow out of, but as my freshman year of high school rolled in things only got worse. I experienced my first bump in my road in which my confidence as well as my motivation to succeed began to go downhill and although it did not affect me academically, it affected my self esteem and my ability to connect with others. But towards the end of the year something clicked and I used my weaknesses as a way of motivating myself to succeed. Just when I thought that my chances of changing my old ways were gone, I did something that I would have never thought of doing. I found a new path which ultimately lead me to becoming president of my class. I trailed away from my shyness and lack of confidence and ignited a new passion for leadership and service. I enjoyed every minute of being class president and never asked for anything in return. Holding this position for the simple fact of looking good on my college applications was never my intention. I truly just wanted to serve my school and work towards improving my skills as a leader. As someone who was introverted for most of my life it was surprising that I took on this …show more content…

My great amount of dedication and strong leadership skills make me a well suited candidate to become a part of UF. My experience as class president and overcoming obstacles translates to the kind of student I am. But I wouldn’t just stop there, at UF I will go above and beyond and will use my qualities of a leader to serve in various club and excel as an academic scholar. That shy kid at the back of the class now has big dreams and is ready to see what the gator nation has to

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