I was fascinated by the story of J. B. Fuqua and Duke University. As a Virginia farm boy, J.B. Fuqua wanted to educate and better himself. He wrote to several universities requesting that they lend him books for his education. Duke was the only university that responded to his request. J.B. Fuqua ultimately became a successful businessman, and remembered Duke’s assistance with philanthropic donations. If Duke had ignored him, J. B. Fuqua might have missed an opportunity for a different life, and Duke would have missed the opportunity to help create a great businessman and philanthropist. It shows me how gifts- even those as small as a book – can make a difference. J. B. Fuqua and my own experiences with the Fuqua community while applying to business school, made me believe that the generosity and kindness of the university, alumni, and faculty set Fuqua apart. That is why I choose to attend Fuqua.