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Samuel Tilleros, 2018 recipient of the Iphigene Ochs Sulzberger Scholarship for excellent performance in American history courses, on why he chose to major in history.<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n
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I grew up loving stories. As a child, my parents would read me all types of books, and the stories about knights and dragons, kings and queens, and great men and women always inspired me. As I grew older, I realized history is more than a story, it is a window into new perspectives, a way to understand our present world, and a blueprint for future generations. The UTC History Department<\/a> has enabled me to come into contact with great students and educators<\/a> who motivate me through their passion for history. Money is a tool, and this scholarship provides me with an opportunity to continue my pursuit of history with more focus.<\/p>\n

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