The document discusses Alex Siordia's dream of becoming a Senator from Hawaii while studying political science at Boston University. It notes that the cost of living is very high in Hawaii, creating challenges for the state's youth to attend college. It proposes that high school students create college preparation workshops to better encourage their peers to apply to college through higher empathy and encouragement. The conclusion argues that more people attending college could lead to higher paying jobs, a better economy, and an improved quality of life.

1. HAWAII & COLLEGE
Alex Siordia

2. DREAM FOR MY ISLAND. GOING TO
BU
Boston University: Political Science Major – My Dream is become a Senator from Hawaii

3. YOUTH AND COLLEGE
More youth need to attend College.
Lack of preparation leads to students not applying.
Friend’s Story

4. LIVING IN HAWAII
High food, electricity, and gas prices
Highest cost of living in the United States
Median cost required for living in a two bedroom apartment is
$1,671, while the national average is $977.
What does this mean for the youth?

5. COLLEGE PREPARATION
High schools offer college counseling.
Larger schools may not be able to offer as much assistance to
schools compared to small schools or private schools

6. SOLUTION - COLLEGE
WORKSHOPS
Workshop created by high school students, for high school
students.
Encouragement by peers
Higher Empathy

7. REVEAL

8. CONCLUSION
Trade school vs. College
Everyone should have the opportunity to attend college.
More skilled workers leads to higher paying jobs, better economy,
and better community
Improvements in quality of life and general happiness of the
public.

9. REFERENCES
http://www.civilbeat.com/articles/2013/09/04/19815-living-hawaii-why-

10. REFERENCES
http://www.civilbeat.com/articles/2013/09/04/19815-living-hawaii-why-