Annie Nguyen

Annie has been completely on her own since high school. Receiving a Chancellor’s Scholarship was, in Annie’s words, “a beacon of hope amidst the darkness.” She was also awarded the Moss Adams Ignite Scholarship, established for diverse students based on their participation in extracurricular activities and community service.

Her extraordinary work ethic has allowed her to maintain perfect grades while holding down two part time jobs on campus. As a Senior Orientation Leader she assisted with the planning and implementation of orientation programs and designed, organized, and led the training for student orientation leaders. As a Retirement Resource Center Student Assistant she assisted the Retirement and Emeriti Associations by managing much of the Center’s communications. This summer she has served as an intern at Moss Adams. Annie also finds time to serve on the Sixth College Student Council. 

That determination also motivated her to take up running, despite some physical limitations, or as Annie put it, “I am no Usain Bolt. I am 5’3” with a family history of heart problems and a bow-legged deformity.” She believes that the training involved has not only made her physically stronger but has also honed her mental strength.

Annie describes the difficulties she faced finding her voice in a household that did not encourage her to express herself. As a result, she is determined to become an advocate for others. That goal is consistent with her desire to attend law school. Her personal mission is to be an advocate for people who otherwise would have difficulty obtaining legal representation. During her internship with the District Attorney’s Office she witnessed the struggles many people face, and she intends to become a lawyer who will be the voice for those who struggle to be heard.