 Hello my name is Lauren Davidson and I'm honored and humbled to receiving one of the special sessions scholarships for incoming students for the MLIS program at San Jose State University. I'd first like to thank Dr. Hirsch, the Students Awards and Scholarships Committee, and everyone involved. The prompt asked how I help people on an international and global scale. I did a program called AmeriCorps on CCC, National Civilian Community Corps, where I traveled around the country providing service for communities with education, environmental stewardship, urban and world development, and disaster relief. One of the reasons why I wanted to become a librarian in the first place was my desire to help others. I believe that libraries are one of the only places in the world that provide free public access to anyone no matter who they are or where they come from. They are the ultimate social and economic equalizer and I'm so excited to be part of this community. This scholarship will significantly help me fund my studies and I'm grateful for the opportunity to advance my education and achieve the skills and goals to become the best librarian I can be. Thank you.