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BLACK PROFILES
At the National Institutes of Health we dedicate ourselves to humanity's quest for longer, healthier, and happier lives. NIH's diverse workforce includes a wide range of scientists, medical officers, nurses, technicians, program specialists, administrators, communicators, managers, and supervisors. Our workforce brings a balance of perspectives to bear on every challenge we face. We hope that these profiles will serve as an inspiration to you and others who are interested to serve society by helping improve human health.
 Investing in yourself now will pay for itself later. You are worth the time, energy, and, effort... |
 While we may all come from different backgrounds, cultures and socio-economic settings, there can... |
 Keep your career options open by taking science and math classes. Choose to associate with people... |
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 Stay positive and never give up. Times may get tough, but know that you are working towards a... |
 The experience of a college education provides knowledge that continues to grow throughout life.... |
 Have faith and give it all you got. |
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 College is a stepping stone that can open doors for careers in many areas. In today's society... |
 One never stops learning! A good education is so very important to the Black community, especially... |
 Always strive to excel academically and to gain experiential knowledge in the chosen field of study... |
 Pursue higher education relentlessly. Knowledge is power. A liberal arts education will facilitate... |
 I would encourage young students to earn absolutely the best grades that they can. In doing so,... |
 College can be a wonderful and enabling experience. A terrific opportunity to learn new things,... |
 Education is not going anywhere, and please do not complain about getting your fair share in this... |
 Don't let your current circumstances stop you from moving forward and achieving your dreams.... |
 There are too many negative stereotypes that bombard and unfortunately shape our self perception.... |
 College will change your life! Not only does college help prepare you for a future career, it also... |
 Decide. Decide early. Declare. Declare to yourself and everybody else. Hire yourself to be the... |
 Go to college. Go to college. Go to college. :-) I started working directly out of high school... |
 You will always be proud of the choice you will make to go to college. Nurture your passion. Try to... |
 Definitely consider it. In today's work environment, you need a degree to compete. College... |
 Discover what makes you happy so that you will enjoy going to work every day. Work hard because... |
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 Seek mentors that are honest about your opportunities for growth and who provide coaching to help... |
 Do it! While college ultimately is not for everyone and a college degree is not a guarantor of... |
 You must have curiosity about your interest which often develops into a passion and commitment to... |
 Be confident in your competence! You already possess everything you need to be successful and... |
 Life is about choices, therefore choose to make the right choices in life; strive to achieve your... |
 Education is something that no one can take from you. It doesn’t matter where you’re from;... |
 Investing your time in mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology will pay dividends in a... |
 You can accomplish anything you put your mind to. An educated mind is more powerful than an army of... |
 College is an essential. It is hard work, and an adjustment from high school. However, it is a... |
 I think it is important to find what you are passionate about and to also find what you are good/... |
 Higher education is a beautiful thing and it is what you make of it. If you decide to go to college... |
 I would encourage you to pursue mastery of your area of passion and live a life without limits. I... |