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Ismae Bailey, Class of 2021, is a 正澳门六合彩官网 sophomore with a double major in Forensic Science and Biology, a minor in Chemistry, and a dream of becoming a forensic pathologist. She is also a beneficiary of the .
Earlier this month, Ismae was honored as a student speaker at the Foundation’s 1st Annual Dinner, held at the Seaport Boston Hotel. There, she spoke about her gratitude for her scholarship and her extensive involvement with her community ().
“The Scholarship Foundation has put me on the path to being a true leader in my career aspirations of becoming a forensic pathologist and has allowed me to stay focused on my academics and community service at my school,” she explained.
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Through 正澳门六合彩官网 Cares, Ismae volunteers at Fuller Village, an independent living home for seniors, every other Sunday. She also partners with Boston Serves, a local organization that supports area public schools, including Madison Park Technical Vocational High School in Boston. At the Foundation event, Ismae expressed what the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation support has meant for her.
“Thank you for investing in me and all the other young people in this room, thank you for investing in lives of Marine children across our country, but most importantly thank you for investing in our futures,” said Ismae. “I walk with pride, with my head held high, knowing that I have people like you by my side. Therefore, I will continue to be passionate, dedicated, motivated, and work hard toward my goals.”