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One semester away: help Tài graduate from Los Angeles University

A first-generation student, Tài needs help covering tuition for the final stretch of a computer science degree.

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Nam Duy Mai
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Los Angeles
Tài is the first person in the family to go to university. He is studying a computer science degree at Los Angeles University, and is one semester away from graduating. He has worked as a night-shift cleaner to pay the way, but this term the hours were cut and there's an unpaid balance of $4,800. The registrar has said Tài can't enroll for the next term until the balance is cleared. Tài has a 3.8 average, and a professor has written in support. Graduating means a stable job and the chance to support the younger siblings. Without enrolling this term Tài would lose his place and scholarship eligibility. Tài isn't asking for a handout - He wants to finish what He started and help the next student. The payment will go directly to the Los Angeles University bursar's office. I'll post the receipt. Where the $4,800 goes: • Outstanding tuition balance: $2,050 • Final term tuition: $2,250 • Exam and lab fees: $155 • Textbooks and materials: $345 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.
due date
2024-11-12
bill type
University tuition
#tuition#first-generation#graduation#education

Updates from Nam

  1. Update from Los Angeles: we've started the first stage. We're at 12% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us. - Nam

  2. Wanted to say thank you properly. 7% funded and the plan for final term tuition is now scheduled.

  3. Small update. $150 so far, the plan for exam and lab fees is now scheduled.

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    “Rooting for you. Thought of Tài all day after reading this. - Abuja”

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    “From my family to yours. Thought of Tài all day after reading this. - San Diego”

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    “Hang in there. Thought of Tài all day after reading this. - London”

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Reviews

2.5(4 reviews)

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  • Naliaka Naliaka Bakari🇺🇬Verified helper
    Changed my perspective

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Edilene Maria Guimarães🇧🇷Verified donor
    Quick response, great follow-up

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

  • Mercy Wanjiru Massawe🇺🇬Verified donor
    Made a real difference

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Kipchoge Barasa Urassa🇺🇬Verified donor
    Exactly what I needed

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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  • Walid Fadi Yassin

    Wishing you peace. Education changes everything, hope you graduate with honors. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money

    • Concetta Giovanna PalmieriPhoto verified

      Hang in there, Nam. I hope things turn around soon. All the best.

      • Sawsan Lubna GhanemQuestion

        is there anything that isn't money that would help Tài?

        • Rani Fani Putra

          Sending love. As a teacher I love seeing someone work this hard to learn. Greetings from Nashik.

          • Nora ZimmermanPhoto verified

            I hope things turn around soon. Greetings from Chiang Mai.

            • Jack A. Vega

              Best of luck, Nam. Good luck with the exams, you've got this. My neighbor had a similar thing happen so this one hit home

              • Beth T. Holmes

                Praying for you. Study hard! Wish I lived closer to San Jose so I could bring a meal. Greetings from Pune.

                • Sanket W. Kulkarni

                  Thinking of you, Nam. Good luck with the exams, you've got this. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Thinking of Los Angeles

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