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Kierra Greer is a psychology major who is graduating in December 2022.<\/em><\/p>\n Why did you choose SIU? <\/strong><\/p>\n I chose SIU because SIU chose me. When the other schools didn’t give me a chance, SIU did. I have been 3.8 GPA student since.<\/p>\n What would you tell a prospective student about SIU?<\/strong><\/p>\n I will tell them that SIU is here to support you along the way. Whatever your goals are, there’s a group of people at SIU waiting to help you accomplish them.<\/p>\n What inspired you to choose your area of study?<\/strong><\/p>\n My passion to help others and see them become the best version of themselves is what sparked my interest in psychology. Also, I want to be a part of effective solutions for the youth when it comes to the heavy burden of mental health issues.<\/p>\n What motivates you as a student?<\/strong><\/p>\n My son motivates me! I’m a first-generation college student. I want him to follow in my footsteps and know that if mommy can do it, so can he.<\/p>\n What is your most memorable experience at SIU?<\/strong><\/p>\n My most memorable time at SIU was this commencement photoshoot with the First Saluki Center. As I was taking the photos in areas that meant the most to me, I got emotional. Success is not always easy, and to overcome obstacles as a single mother has been a blessing.<\/p>\n Have you received any scholarships as a student? Do you know the name of your scholarship(s)?<\/strong><\/p>\n Yes, I received the Fred W. Samson Scholarship.<\/p>\n How has this scholarship benefited your academic and professional goals?<\/strong><\/p>\n It has allowed me to start the next phase in my education journey. It also removed the stress of financial burdens, which helped me focus on my academics more.<\/p>\n What would you say to convince a potential donor that establishing a scholarship fund is important?<\/strong><\/p>\n Students are the future, and many of us want to be a positive change for the future. Sometimes all we need is a helping hand to make it through. Your help would change someone’s life forever as well as their community.<\/p>\n How will you continue the legacy of your scholarship?<\/strong><\/p>\n I’m going to continue my education this spring at SIU to pursue my master\u2019s in counseling and rehabilitation, so that I can become a licensed therapist.<\/p>\n How would you like to give back to SIU one day?<\/strong><\/p>\n I would like to create a scholarship for single mothers just like me who are going to school, succeeding, and trying to overcome obstacles.<\/p>\n What kind of doors have opened for you because of the scholarship?<\/strong><\/p>\n I will be able to start my master\u2019s program next spring with the release of my transcripts and degree.<\/p>\n Engage with us on\u00a0<\/em>LinkedIn<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em>Facebook<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em>Twitter<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/em>Instagram<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Kierra Greer is a psychology major who is graduating in December 2022. Why did you choose SIU? I chose SIU because SIU chose me. When the other schools didn’t give me a chance, SIU did. I have been 3.8 GPA student since. What would you tell a prospective student about SIU? I will tell them … Continue reading Meet Scholarship Recipient Kierra Greer<\/span> ![\"Kierra](\"https:\/\/blog.siuf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/kierra-greer-and-son.jpg\")
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