Nathan
Salazar is a current HSC Scholar from Lubbock, TX. He is pursuing a Master of
Arts in Political Science at Texas State University. His expected graduation
rate is May 2015. He is a recepient of the "State Representative Irma
Rangel Memorial Scholarship."
"HSC
and the Hispanic Bar Association of Austin have and continue to play an
integral part in my pursuit of higher education.Both, HSC and the HBAA,
understand the importance of taking the time to listen to their members; thus
allowing them to enlist future leaders from a diverse set of backgrounds. This
time investment has been crucial to my success because it has allowed me to
tell my story, as a Texan with Mexican roots, from a low-income community."
Regardless
of being a first generation college student, Nathan overcame many obstacles in
order to achieve successfully.
"For
the most part, I have faced many obstacles as a first generation college
student. For me, a major issue I have overcame is the awareness of the
numberless resources available to students. From emotional guidance to
financial aid advice, students must make themselves aware of how the hidden and
inner workings of higher education operate. Doing so, has allowed me to adapt
and use education as a tool. A tool that I have learned to use at its upmost
effectiveness to achieve my duty as a productive, pro-active member of my
community."
Other
than being a full-time student, Nathan stays actively involved at Texas State
University by completing internships, serving as a writing tutor, and staying
involved with Leadership programs. "Currently, I am involved in Texas
State’s Leadership Capstone Program, which is geared towards exploring the
complexities of leadership.Thus far, the program has allowed me to refine my
leadership skills in preparing myself for future leadership roles and has given
me the opportunity to continue service to others."
In the future, Nathan hopes to go to Law School and study international law and Human Rights to become a practicing lawyer. After Law school, Nathan hopes to go back to school and attain a PhD in Political Science.
To help fund Nathan's dream of going to Law School, please donate here.
