Third Draft SOP

[beckalex]

Hi everyone! You're probably getting sick of my SOP at this point, but here's a third draft. I've changed the opening paragraph completely and went with a more personal "hook" at the encouragement of my professors. I've also shortened it a little bit, cleaned up some awkward phrasing (or at least tried to - I've only done one grammar edit as I'm just concerned about content right now), and focused more on what my school was able to offer to me. Once again, I always appreciate comments and constructive criticism. I want to say right now that people in this community have been SO helpful and I hope you all know just how much I appreciate it.

ETA: Removed for editing. Thanks again for all your help and suggestions!