In a changed culture where fast and easy are key words, there has been a shift in attention and appreciation from the written word. Yet, for me, literature remains timeless treasures. Each book offers a reservoir of knowledge, emotions and passions. Each book is a treasure that should be guarded with care and reverence. My pursuit of a degree in Library Science will allow me to fuse my passion for books in both my personal and professional lives.

I believe that we become truly successful in things we are passionate about. There should not be a gap between what we do to put food on the table and what we do out of love. I am a mother of two and an active community volunteer. As such, I’ve always believed that what I do should make a difference in the lives of the people I care about the most. I hope that in going into Library Science, I can practice in an academic setting where I can influence young people in taking interests in books.

I’ve worked several jobs, most of which had something to do with writing. While in a sales and marketing company, I drafted presentations and advertising materials. I wrote out words that I knew would add value to the product and influence how people thought of it. Later on, I worked for a print magazine, for which I wrote articles and blurbs, and helped plan content. I loved my work, and it became natural to me to write out ideas and share my thoughts.

Like many writers, I believe that I can only be good at my craft if I kept on reading. So I have read my fair share of books and truly enjoyed them. This type of exposure helps me hone my talent.

Apart from improving my craft, I also learned a lot from my work experience. As a web writer for a start-up company, I realized the value of technology and how we need to promote it. As magazine contributor, I researched on different civic and legal procedures that affect my community. As volunteer for the Montessori School, I found out about alternative-education systems that aid in facilitating further learning. It was here in the school setting where I was inspired to take my graduate studies and improve my skills.

I want to do work that effect change. This is something that’s always been true about myself, which I realize through active involvements with various civic organizations like the American Red Cross and the Susan Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. In becoming a librarian, I feel that I will be able to make a positive contribution to the lives of young intellectuals. It is an opportunity for me to share my love and passion for the written word. Hopefully, I will be able to immeasurably enrich children’s lives and make them learned readers.

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