Harpreet Nanda
Myself Third Spirit of New York 2007 Scholarship Winner
Richmond Hill High School
York College
"In Harpreet, I was delighted to discover an extraordinary diligence, and a lively intelligence. These attributes are complimented by a marvelously contemplative nature and a maturity far beyond his years. This serious-minded young man is extremely focused and goal-oriented. He has sacrificed countless hours for his school community&hellip. Harpreet's endeavors are truly a labor of love for the school and the community. The dedication and selflessness of this remarkable young man inspire me."
—Eileen Hudon, College Now Liaison
Work, Volunteer, and Extra-Curricular Activities
- Treasurer, Student Association
- Member, Building with Books Club
- Member, ARISTA National Honor Society
Excerpts from Harpreet's Essay
Edward Gibbon, an English historian, once said, "I have but one lamp by which my feet are guided, and that is the lamp of experience." I certainly agree with him because through experience one can become stronger, smarter and wiser, to discover and learn new things about life and themselves. An important experience that I had was when I first became a member of the Leadership class in my school. This class taught me a lot about life, who we are as human beings and our role in this world. I learned how to give back to our community and school, instead of just taking from it.
Leadership made me more responsible, diligent, and persistent and gave me a lot of motivation. I learned the importance of giving back to the community…Helping others leaves me with a sense of accomplishment and pride. It makes me feel good that I can make a difference.
