Lawrence Siblings Overcome Homelessness to Graduate as Nurses from New York University
The Lawrence sisters, ranging in age from 19 to 25, experienced homelessness since 2013, moving from one relative or friend's house to another. Despite the hardships, they remained steadfast in their pursuit of education. Lauren, 24, shared, "It was challenging. There were a lot of very bumpy, depressing times."
AKACHI NOEL 
In an inspiring story of resilience, the Lawrence siblings, who faced the challenges of homelessness, have defied the odds to graduate from New York University with bachelor's degrees in Public Health from SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, New York.
The Lawrence sisters, ranging in age from 19 to 25, experienced homelessness since 2013, moving from one relative or friend's house to another. Despite the hardships, they remained steadfast in their pursuit of education. Lauren, 24, shared, "It was challenging. There were a lot of very bumpy, depressing times."
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Their father, David Lawrence, determined to ensure education was not compromised, enrolled the six eldest daughters in a homeschool program with the aim of earning their General Educational Development (GED) certificate. Dominique, 25, mentioned, "He didn't want what we were going through to hold us back."
The Lawrence sisters not only earned their GEDs but also attended Nassau Community College and subsequently graduated with bachelor's degrees in Public Health from SUNY Old Westbury, New York.
Reflecting on their journey, Danielle, 22, stated, "It's been quite an adventure. But what really pulled us through is our faith in God and in each other."
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Their father expressed immense pride in his daughters, commending their perseverance despite the challenges. "I'm so happy they've done this together. I always tell them, 'Life's not fair. And when it throws you a curveball, you gotta adjust to it and keep going,'" he remarked.
Currently, the Lawrence siblings are pursuing their master's program in Public Health at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, with aspirations to attend nursing school afterward. Their remarkable journey serves as a testament to the power of determination and familial support in overcoming adversity.
