SCHOLARSHIP STORIES
The Class of 2021 received academic scholarships at four-year colleges or universities totaling over
$25 million. Emely Abreu Barnard College
Lucy Berquist University of Scranton
I have spent a lot of time reminiscing on my high school experience. I remember my first couple of weeks at Notre Dame and how difficult it was to make friends for me, as it felt like everyone had their group or knew someone at the school. Luckily, I had joined the cross-country team the August of freshman year and was able to meet upper classwomen, and other freshwomen. I remember always being excited to go to practice after school because I could talk to my teammates and have a good time. The cross country and track teams, along with other sports teams and clubs I was a part of, truly made my high school experience better and I will always cherish those memories. What made Notre Dame so special to me was not only the people I met, but also the lessons I learned. Chez Nous taught me how to be an even more open and accepting individual, and I was able to learn so much from my teachers and my peers. I grew as a person, and I discovered new things about myself. The Notre Dame environment was crucial for me, and my friends and teachers always made me feel welcomed and accepted. I will always remember the friends I made at Notre Dame, as I know I can always count on them to be there for me and to make me laugh. And I will always remember the wonderful teachers, and how much I learned from them, whether it was a school lesson or life lesson. It will be sad to graduate from Notre Dame, but I am excited
As I reflect on my past four years of high school, I am 100% confident that I made the right decision in attending Notre Dame. I have never been more thankful to belong to such a prestigious and giving community. With the help and guidance from teachers, administrators, coaches, and peers, I was able to thrive academically, athletically, and socially at Notre Dame. I was always given the opportunity to succeed whether I was at school early for extra help on a test, or staying late after practice to improve my game. Notre Dame has not only helped me grow as a student, but has encouraged me to become a well-rounded young woman who is confident and passionate about my future. I am so thankful for all the lifelong relationships I have made at this school and I will forever be a part of the Chez Nous community. I am proud to say that I will be continuing
for my future endeavors at Barnard College on a full scholarship. I know Notre Dame has prepared me for this moment which would not have been possible without my family, my friends, and Chez Nous. 24
my academic and athletic career at the University of Scranton
on near full scholarship, and I will be majoring in Kinesiology and playing women’s soccer. Without Notre Dame, my family, and my Chez Nous sisters, I would not be where I am today, and for that I am forever grateful.
