¶ … performance of traditional Japanese dance, my academic focus has shifted towards a more multidisciplinary point-of-view. Subtle nuances of movement, mimicking nature in its most elemental form, arose in me a newfound appreciation for the diverse means by which individuals express themselves in spite of the limitations of culture, norms, and language. Whereas I had previously been inspired to learn about medieval Japanese history, now I see that Japanese culture cannot be divided into segments. Each part serves an integral role in the whole. Therefore, I seek to understand the role of Japan in the global economy from a multidisciplinary perspective. Interested in the culinary, visual, and musical arts, I will endeavor to remain true to my program while also exploring other options continually. I have always cultivated a strong sense of identity and core cultural values. My need for this scholarship cannot be underestimated, as my funds often and frequently fail to keep pace with the caliber of my goals or the extent of my lofty ambitions. I will never let down my benefactors and will forever remain true to the sources of my support and stability.

Remaining true to my ideals and principles, I have never strayed from the founding values of my identity. I am an explorer of life and a true messenger who can help others realize their dreams and goals. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated remarkable interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence on a level...

My dedication to the program and to my field could be unprecedented. Though some might mistake my confidence for a delusion of grandeur, I have never and will never let my mentors down. I often realize how much firm dedication is needed to make a difference in the world, and I credit my grandfather for his ability to transform his deepest fears into his greatest successes. He passed down this core knowledge to me, as I hope to do to future generations. By recognizing the importance of good nutrition and the values of chemical elements as they flow through my blood, I will continually fight for freedom. I oppose oppression and support socialist sentiments that place people over profits. The selling out of America to its corporate overlords has been a devastating step in the devolution of the human race.
Japanese culture, politics, and dance comingle in unexpected ways. As I explore these interfaces throughout my career, I will become a leader in my chosen multidisciplinary field. As the recipient of this scholarship, I will prove to the world that it is not only need but also desire that drives determination and the ability to succeed. I am applying for this scholarship truly because I need it, and because I lack the cultural and financial wherewithal to accomplish my dreams in the absence of additional aid. Whereas my forebears might have counted on the beneficence of others for sustenance and good carriage, I have forsaken a…