Brandy Milliman

I am a Junior at the University of Louisiana, Lafayette. I love my Acadiana college. It offers many different ways to be involved. This past year I was the Historian and Founding member of Alpha Delta Pi, a prestigious Sorority of sisters willing to help the community and encourage excellence in academics and social standing. This summer I worked with the George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts and Louisiana A+ Schools, encouraging teachers to instill the love of art in their students. I imagine myself a year from now, teaching high school in a huge art studio, with classical music flowing, and student’s pencils sketching.

I understand the value of mentors and I believe in nurturing the creative hearts of kids.Having classes in art makes school fun and motivates success.

Athletics should also be a part of a young person’s life. I have been Captain of my High School swim team for many years, and I hold the record for the 500 Yard Swim. I currently coach the New Iberia Aquatics summer team.

Other extra-curricular activities like 4-H help children develop skills they will use the rest of their lives. I have been extremely active in Louisiana 4-H since I was four, starting the program by helping my big brother, Bradley, with his rabbits. 4-H has been a huge part of my life. I learned how to be a leader and how to find ways to help her community. My favorite part of the program was being on the State 4-H Fashion Board, meeting with fashionisttas like myself who love to sew, walk the runway, and glitterize. I was co-chair during my Senior year in high school, helping the state group plan and teach others in Louisiana about fashion.

I plan on becoming a sponsor for 4-H and the Key Club. Parents need more positive activities for their children that are free. It is the community that helps to raise a child. I know this because I have had so many, many wonderful mentors helped me get to where I am today.