Coming from a family that highly values self sufficiency and independence, my upbringing has been full of character building exercises that involved my parents letting go of the reigns and allowing me to navigate the world on my own. Last summer, my parents allowed me to spend a month visiting extended family overseas. I packed my things and headed over to France to begin my stay. To make sure I was never completely alone, I was allowed to invite my...

My primary goal is to enroll in a program that provides a solid foundation in the study of international relations, global governance, and the impact of the rapid globalization of business on the public. My secondary goal is to study international humanitarian law so that I may stand up for those who may not be able to do so for themselves. American University's School of International Service is renowned for its excellent International Studies program. The curriculum is unique in...

As a Haitian-American, issues involving human rights and humanitarianism are especially important to me. The ongoing immigration issue between the United States and Central America, particularly Honduras, is troubling. There are children coming into the United States in hopes of freedom and an escape from the horrors they face in their home countries such as human trafficking, incredible violence, and illegal drug trade. The United States has been less than receptive to the plights of these children. They are refugees...

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