Vote for Ayla Hatfield | Official Icon & Scholarship Recipient for Issue 102 ITM Challenge!
Ayla Hatfield - Indiana
Nomination & Photography by April Moore Creations LLC
In her mom's words: "Winning a scholarship would be such a highlight for Ayla. She is passionate about her future and what her future looks like. She is ready to take on the challenges and prepared to dive in pursuing her career as a veterinarian. College is not only challenging mentally but can also be financially, so winning a scholarship would not only help with that burden but also be such a reward." - Andrea
Nomination: Ayla Hatfield has maintained a 3.89 GPA while balancing part-time work and dual credit honors classes, demonstrating consistent discipline and drive. Through college-level coursework, including equine veterinary science, Ayla is already building the foundation for her future at Purdue University, where she plans to pursue veterinary science with focus and determination.
What inspiring qualities, achievements, or experiences about you were not mentioned in your nomination that you’d like readers to know about?
I have been a member of 4H for the past 8 years. I have done pigs all 8 of those years following in my dad’s steps. I have done dairy heifers for 3 years to get out of my comfort zone and try something new.
What goals, dreams, or projects are you currently working toward right now?
I am currently working toward becoming a livestock veterinarian. My passion for animals has grown ever since I was a little kid. I want to be able to help as many fam animals I can. I’m currently in FFA doing veterinary science and next year will be pursuing animal science through the school and doing an online course this summer to better understand horse’s behaviors and the best way to train each horse.
What is something you feel passionate about or could talk about for hours, and why does it matter so much to you?
I feel really passionate about all the animals I have ever owned, especially all of my pigs. In the past 8 years every batch of pigs I’ve gotten had shown me different challenges to overcome. They have all made me a better person by showing me that you have to work harder than expected to see the results you want.
What is something you have learned about yourself as a leader or person in the past year?
I have learned to lead with my mind and emotions over a physical emotion. This would be pertaining to a sport that I used to play and realized that it no longer benefited me to become the person I wanted to become.
What is one of your favorite memories with the person who nominated you, or something about them that means a lot to you?
April used comedy to help me keep my natural smile when I was really cold and struggling to stay warm.
Tell us about the photographer or person who took your photo — how did you connect, and what was that experience like?
Our session was during a cold wintery day and she knew how to keep me smiling and keep me focused on my pictures.
How did you first hear about Inspiring Teens Magazine? Why does being part of Inspiring Teens Magazine matter to you?
I first heard about Inspiring Teens Magazine from April Moore, my photographer. I enjoy reading the bios and stories about other people and seeing what inspires them.
If you win a scholarship through Inspiring Teens Magazine, how would you plan to use it and what goals would it help support?
I would use the scholarship to help pay for my college tuition and help me pursue my dream of becoming a livestock veterinarian.
Ayla is working toward her pink or purple graduation cord — earned through this campaign and shipped the moment she earns it.
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- Boiler Up! - Nancy Oliver
- So proud of you Pumpkin! - Janine Black
- You rock Ayla - David Yarian
- Go Ayla! - Gene Lee
- Way to go Ayla! - David Elliott
- You go sis! So proud of you! - Jace Rhoades
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