Setting goals since her days in high school, Heather Blalack, of Atkins says getting an education has always been at the top of her priority list. Making sure she stayed focused on academics, she also made time to be involved in many school activities, including sports and various clubs, as well as maintaining a part-time job.
Looking beyond high school, one of her goals was to one day, attend the University of Arkansas. When looking at colleges to attend, she admits, “I chose the University of Arkansas because I feel as if the campus suits my personality and drive for success.
“I would like to personally thank you for the Endowed Scholarship with a value of $6,500 per year. This scholarship will greatly assist me while in college. Due to the amount of the scholarship, I will be able to attend the University of Arkansas without financial burdens. In turn, I will be able to focus on my studies and not be forced to attain a job,” she remarked.
Continuing to set goals for herself, her plans are to major in finance at the U of A. The spirit she possesses to get involved is an aspect of college life which she intends to fully embrace, saying that she “hopes to participate in the numerous clubs and organizations I will be exposed to in the near future.”
