Zachary Miller, ‘23

For Zachary Miller, a sophomore Paralegal Studies major from North Tonawanda, focusing on the future has often meant looking to the past. He has witnessed the life and career of his grandfather, an attorney whose generosity and community service Zachary endeavors to emulate. In explaining why he wishes to be a lawyer, he notes “the pivotal role of law and justice in society” and quotes Aristotle, “At his best, man is the nobles of all animals; separated from law and justice he is the worst.” He is also inspired by Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and John F. Kennedy, all who studied law and went on to serve the public.

At Hilbert, Zachary plays on the Men’s Basketball team and represents them on the Student Athletic Advisory Committee. He has participated in community service projects and plans to do more when we are able to travel off campus for events. Receiving financial support from Hilbert helps ease the burden on Zachary and his family, and will allow him to continue his education beyond Hilbert and toward his goal of attending law school. “I am very grateful for the scholarship I have received and thank all of the generous donors to Hilbert.”

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