2023-24 Welch Scholar
Amir Preston
I am a junior from Darien, CT. I am studying Recreation Industries and Therapeutics Recreation and have a minor in Business Management. Once I graduate, I want to give back to my community by opening a recreation site for youth. I am a defensive back on the Football team and a member of the PRIDE Leadership Academy. I am also a life coach for kids, who grow up 'different' in the eyes of society, like myself. I am there for them to talk to and to help them get through hardships. I want to be a resource for youth, because I am passionate about helping kids overcome challenges, like those I experienced in my early life. Thank you so much for your support through this scholarship. I appreciate this more than words can explain! I will forever be honored and take the opportunities from this new step in the journey!