However, that can only be true where support is offered. That is why it is so vital that YU provides both. In his college application essay, Rob Henderson describes this idea well. In his essay, Henderson tells the story of his life. Henderson’s struggles began at the age of two when he was taken from his mom because of her drug addiction. He then endured the ugly divorce of his adoptive parents (which resulted in his adoptive father breaking all contact with him), the emotional pain of almost losing his mother’s new partner, and was then further tested when the home he lived in was foreclosed. All of this led Henderson to the Army, where Henderson joined the Air Force. Such a hard life could have easily broken many, but Henderson used his hardship as motivation. Henderson concludes his essay by saying that: “My trials as a youth along with my military service have inspired me to help others overcome adversity.” While that certainly sounds like a happy ending, one should not ignore the statement he says earlier which describes how he reached it. A few paragraphs earlier Henderson says: “the Air Force provides an organized setting that contrasts with the chaos of my upbringing.” Therein lies the key. It is true that opposition made him stronger, but the support he received made sure he didn’t break. That is why it is important that YU provides the support that comes along with its