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Hannah Dhom is a senior studying civil engineering with an environmental specialization<\/a>.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n Why did you choose SIU?<\/strong>\u00a0I chose SIU because of close proximity to family and home. It is a beautiful location with numerous academic opportunities.<\/p>\n How did you feel when you received notification that you received the scholarship?\u00a0<\/strong>I was overwhelmed with joy! I may have done some dancing after opening and reading the contents of the envelope. Then I called my mom with the great news!<\/p>\n What does the scholarship mean to you and how has it enabled you to pursue your goals?<\/strong>\u00a0It means more than any dollar amount. This scholarship means continuing a dream I have long awaited to reach and surpass. And with the help of such generosity, I am now just over a year within reach of that dream!<\/p>\n What inspired you to choose your area of study?<\/strong> Music has been the thing I have devoted my life to. I have been studying since I was 8 and put in hard work for 10 years. I had been unsure of my major until halfway through my senior year. I had been told by professors at Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp that music could be a possible career choice for me. During\u00a0my freshman session at the academy, I outperformed 57 other percussionists and was awarded the top spot.<\/p>\n What achievement in your life are you most proud of?<\/strong> It’s a pretty simple answer. I love math and the environment!<\/p>\n Do you have a message you would like shared with your donor?<\/strong> I am beyond thrilled that I got to meet the two wonderful people who personally created the scholarship I received. One of the greatest impacts of my college career was an unexpected contribution from two people I had never known. Receiving this scholarship is one of the kindest, most endearing acts I have ever experienced! A\u00a0huge heartfelt thanks is always sent your way.<\/p>\n Yours truly, Hear more from scholarship donors and recipients from our SIU Academic Scholarship Brunch in this video.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Hannah Dhom is a senior studying civil engineering with an environmental specialization.\u00a0 Why did you choose SIU?\u00a0I chose SIU because of close proximity to family and home. It is a beautiful location with numerous academic opportunities. How did you feel when you received notification that you received the scholarship?\u00a0I was overwhelmed with joy! I may … Continue reading Meet SIU Scholarship Recipient – Hannah Dhom<\/span>
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