Scholarship Spotlight: Jane Kim

Account Coordinator, Nicka K

Personal bio:

Hello, my name is Jane and I would like to say I am a fresh graduate ready and willing to try anything and everything in the world! I love to travel, experience new things, and meet people from all places in life.

What year did you win your NYWICI Scholarship?

2023

What did receiving a NYWICI scholarship mean to you?

I was so honored to have been a recipient of the scholarship from such an amazing organization. It was at the time when I was preparing for my study abroad trip so any extra help I could get was so greatly appreciated!!

How has receiving the NYWICI scholarship helped with your career?

Although I can’t give any direct links, I have to say NYWICI has truly been motivational for me in my professional life. To be able to hear the stories and advices of such successful women was so inspirational and it gave me hope in a way. I feel that it has pushed me to work harder (and smarter) and I’ve slowly been learning things helpful to my career on the side.

How do you plan to give back to the NYWICI community or pay it forward?

I’ve been starting with attending the in-person workshops and zoom panels on the event page and recently also attended the Matrix Awards Ceremony! But as I get settled into my new work a little more, I want to join a committee to volunteer and connect with those in the organization more!

Do you have any advice or words of encouragement for future scholarship applicants?

Be friendly, be open, be flexible; but also be firm. Although it’s a very general tip, I strongly believe just being a nice and amicable person will help you in the long run. Good luck!!!