Hello everyone!! This is just a draft of my motiv statement, please let me know what i can improve on or whatnot, I'd truly appreciate it!
GPA: 3.11
Applying for SCO and Intel
(also while im at it, is it true we can only apply for two jobs now??)
Officer Selection Board,
Since childhood, I’ve lived and breathed the military lifestyle. My father, a dedicated Army veteran, and my mother, an active-duty E6 in the Navy, set a strong example of service, sacrifice, and resilience. Growing up in a military household meant understanding early on the value of commitment and the cost of freedom. I’ve seen firsthand what it means to serve, not just in uniform, but in character. These experiences cultivated in me a deep sense of patriotism and responsibility to give back to the country that has provided me and my family the American Dream, including all it’s opportunities, structures, and purposes.
With three other relatives also serving in the Navy and Air Force, military service is not only a legacy, it’s a calling. From a young age, I felt a deep desire to carry that legacy forward in my own way. I started my leadership journey through NJROTC and later AFJROTC, where I learned how to lead with humility, communicate with integrity, and work with people from diverse backgrounds. When my family was stationed in Misawa, Japan, I took pride in continuing that path even in a new environment. These formative years not only deepened my understanding of what it takes to lead, but also taught me the importance of flexibility, teamwork, and empathy.
In college, I joined AFROTC and carried those lessons with me, but eventually made the decision to focus on completing my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from California State University, Fresno. Studying psychology helped me understand people and the complex factors that shape behavior, motivation, and morale. I believe this gives me a unique edge in leadership, especially in high-stakes or high-stress environments where emotional intelligence, cultural awareness, and clear decision-making are critical.
I am pursuing a commission in the United States Navy because I want to serve with purpose and to grow into the kind of leader who not only gets the job done but uplifts those around them. I am particularly drawn to the roles of Supply Corps Officer and Intelligence Officer. As a Supply Officer, I’d be proud to ensure that our forces are logistically supported and mission-ready, a responsibility that requires precision, problem-solving, and integrity. As an Intelligence Officer, I am excited by the opportunity to synthesize information, anticipate threats, and support strategic decision-making in an ever-evolving global landscape. Both paths speak to my strengths: analytical thinking, adaptability, and a deep desire to contribute behind the scenes in a meaningful way.
My personal values, self-development, family, and positive influence, guide everything I do. I strive every day to be a better version of myself, to honor the sacrifices my family made before me, and to be someone my sailors and peers can depend on. I want to be the kind of officer who leads by example, builds trust through action, and inspires excellence in others both formally and informally. The Navy’s core values of honor, courage, and commitment deeply resonate with me, and I am fully prepared to embody them in everything I do as a Naval Officer.
In applying to Officer Candidate School, I am not just asking for a job or a rank, I am asking for the opportunity to serve with integrity, grow as a leader, and be part of something greater than myself. I am ready to step forward, serve with pride, and carry on my family’s legacy, not just in name, but in action.
