Pursuing Graduate Study with the Rotary Ambassadorial...

My primary goal in pursuing graduate study is to build upon the foundation that was laid during my undergraduate studies in order to prepare for a career in policy analysis. I have decided to pursue an advanced degree in Economics due to my past coursework, internships, and research experiences. In particular, I want to conduct research in health economics and policy because I feel that it combines many of my interests, such as policy impact, health care, and the global experience. If provided the opportunity to participate in the Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship Program, I would gain perspective and skills that would prove invaluable when working to improve the well being of the global community. Ultimately, I plan to use my knowledge†¦show more content†¦Before my time abroad, I found that it was very easy to become caught up in the trivial aspects of life and forget to be grateful for the opportunities readily available to me. Suffering, poverty, and oppression are common in parts of the world and while I may never fully understand what people who face these challenges go through on a daily basis, I feel that it is important to utilize my education and experience to help alleviate these stresses on the global community. I wholeheartedly believe that continuing my education and working with the professionals at an institution abroad will provide me with the knowledge and experience to obtain a meaningful position in the Health Economics and Policy arena. I believe that in order to better serve the global community, I need to expand my knowledge of Economics, specifically as it pertains to global development and policy. While developing countries are the ones that will need my expertise, it is impossible that they will truly benefit unless I am able to receive the caliber of training that the London School of Economics or Cardiff University offer. Having the opportunity to study under the best in my field will allow me to receive the training that will prepare me to enter a developing country; evaluate the current conditions, make an assessment, and propose a course of action. Universities in Spain and Chile would also be a good fit for