Personal Statement James Wilkins is currently a junior at Ripon High School who aspires to one day take a day job as an engineer. He plays guitar, takes theatre classes, and writes stories in his free time. He has been a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints for over eight years, where he develops his testimony of his beliefs. His favorite books and films are Back to the Future, Jurassic Park, Dune, and Star Wars. His favorite activities include Dungeons and Dragons, local music concerts, running, and swimming. He's currently the vice president of two clubs--Ripon High Drama Club and Ripon High Rock and Roll Club. After school, you can find him running with the Ripon High Cross Country team, which he has been a part of for both of his previous years at Ripon High. Wilkins hopes to improve his creativity and artistic skills by participating in school plays, playing in local bands, and writing novels. He hopes to improve his leadership and technology skills by being a Technology Commissioner in Ripon High School’s Leadership program. So far, he has been participating in rallies and link crew activities as well as playing guitar and bass in the Ripon High Rock and Roll Club, who hope to put on a concert for the students of Ripon High School.
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