Ear Community proudly awards its 17th college scholarship

Meet Krystyl Wooten from San Jose, California! Krystyl was born with Microtia and Aural Atresia of her right ear. She is excited to embark on her college career through William Jessup University with an anticipation graduation date in 2025! While growing up, Krystyl says she has experienced some difficult times like not being able to hear people correctly or being bullied because of having Microtia, but she has found joys in having a little ear such as being able to fall asleep with her Microtia ear up to the world giving her some peace and silence while she sleeps having the opportunity to cancel out noises.

Krystyl says her mom, Elia, is her rock! On the tough days when Krystyl is struggling with self confidence, she says her mom is always there for her, still encouraging her to show the world who she is. You see, Kyrstyl’s mom, Elia, was also born with Microtia and Atresia. It is nice to know someone in the same situation – that you can talk to who truly understands what you are going through. On any other given day, Krystyl is always looking for an adventure and is excited to try new things. Some of Krystyl’s joys are praising Jesus and praising him in music and song. Krystyl sings all day, everyday from the moment she wakes up until falling asleep. She also enjoys playing piano every chance she gets! Krystyl enjoys being outgoing and caring and always enjoys finding happiness and smiles in everyone!

Knowing that Krystyl has a God-given talent for music, she was accepted to William Jessup University’s music program with an emphasis in worship. Krystyl actively sings and plays for her church when she is not in class. When she thinks about her future, she is interested in possibly becoming a missionary or a planner for a church music department – maybe even teaching and writing music and helping with mixes with recording studios.

A special thank you to Brent Newcomb, President of Ecofin, and the Board of Directors at Ecofin Investments, for making this scholarship possible for Ear Community to shine on some of it’s beautiful community members like Krystyl.

We are so proud of Krystyl! We look forward to the beautiful musical talent that Krystyl will continue to show our world! Most of all, congratulations to Krystyl for being strong and powering on! It is strength like this that often helps many others who are not strong enough. We believe God has big plans for you, Krystyl! Keep powering on and making a difference in our world and good luck in college! You’ll do amazing things!
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