Answer the following essay question in 500 - 1500 words. Answers which exceed 1500 words or do not have the minimum 500 words will not be considered.
The essay question will be evaluated based on the following
criteria:
• Relevance of the content - relevance of the answer to the question posed
• Clarity of purpose - clear and concise answer to the question
• Writing style - accurate grammar, spelling, and sentence structure
In light of Dr. Ford's mission to help people help themselves and his commitment to leaving society better than the way he found it, describe your current commitment to helping others help themselves as well as your academic and professional goals once you graduate. How will those goals continue the spirit of Dr. Ford's work?