Without the aid of the Young Artists Scholarship, I might not have felt comfortable with my choice to go to Northwestern, financially speaking. This scholarship also gave me that extra bit of confidence as I began my college career, and allowed me to step into my first class with just that bit more pride.

Alana is at Northwestern University where she is a voice performance major. The Newbury Park High School alum is impressed with the professional quality students and productions that Northwestern produces. She hopes to do well in a music career after she graduates.