Erik Tena
- 2017 Cohort
- High School: Schuyler Central High School
- Hometown: Schuyler, NE
Additional Information
Senior Reflections
What will you miss most about the Scholars Academy?
I will miss the access to great people to learn from once I graduate. The Scholars Academy was a fantastic way to network with both the Omaha business community and other students on campus. The group of eighty scholars each have unique experiences and perspectives on life. It was great meet and learn from different scholars as cohorts came and went. The Scholars Academy introduced me to some lifelong friends. Also, the business visits were helpful in visiting different companies and understanding what they do. The Scholars Academy made it easy to meet business professionals and learn about many internships in Omaha.
Why should a high school student consider applying for the Scholars Academy?
The Scholars Academy is a great opportunity to enter college and have a network of students that are motivated and ready to succeed on your side. The Scholars Academy is a tight knit community and having access to eighty scholars means that your success will be supported by others. The network of great minds that you access through the program prove beneficial when searching for internships and employment. If you are looking to make the most out of your college experience, the Scholars Academy will help you grow professionally while making lifelong friendships.
What is your favorite quote? Why?
Life is one big tug of war between mediocrity and trying to find your best self. – David Goggins Life is about consistently working hard and the moment you stop working hard, your progress begins to deteriorate. Success comes from slowly chipping away at your bad habits and replacing them with good ones. The persistence to move forward is what has allowed me to slowly improve myself every day. I have learned to write down a short list of key daily objectives which has made it easier to break down my long term goals into short term ones.
Additional Information
Senior Reflections
What will you miss most about the Scholars Academy?
I will miss the access to great people to learn from once I graduate. The Scholars Academy was a fantastic way to network with both the Omaha business community and other students on campus. The group of eighty scholars each have unique experiences and perspectives on life. It was great meet and learn from different scholars as cohorts came and went. The Scholars Academy introduced me to some lifelong friends. Also, the business visits were helpful in visiting different companies and understanding what they do. The Scholars Academy made it easy to meet business professionals and learn about many internships in Omaha.
Why should a high school student consider applying for the Scholars Academy?
The Scholars Academy is a great opportunity to enter college and have a network of students that are motivated and ready to succeed on your side. The Scholars Academy is a tight knit community and having access to eighty scholars means that your success will be supported by others. The network of great minds that you access through the program prove beneficial when searching for internships and employment. If you are looking to make the most out of your college experience, the Scholars Academy will help you grow professionally while making lifelong friendships.
What is your favorite quote? Why?
Life is one big tug of war between mediocrity and trying to find your best self. – David Goggins Life is about consistently working hard and the moment you stop working hard, your progress begins to deteriorate. Success comes from slowly chipping away at your bad habits and replacing them with good ones. The persistence to move forward is what has allowed me to slowly improve myself every day. I have learned to write down a short list of key daily objectives which has made it easier to break down my long term goals into short term ones.