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From Trash Collector to Harvard: Rehan Staton's Inspiring Journey

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This archive report was first published on 30 June 2020.

From Trash Collector to Harvard: Rehan Staton's Inspiring Journey

Rehan Staton, a native of Bowie, Maryland, has achieved a remarkable feat by being accepted to Harvard Law School, a dream he had always aspired to.

Staton's journey to Harvard began with humble beginnings. He lost his mother at the age of 8 and was raised by his father, who worked three jobs to support him and his brother, Reggie.

Despite the challenges, Staton persevered and worked as a trash collector and dumpster cleaner to support himself and his family. His determination and resilience eventually paid off when he earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Maryland.

While attending the University of Maryland, Staton continued to work as a trash collector before going to class, a testament to his strong work ethic. He credits his success to the kindness of strangers who helped him along the way.

Staton's acceptance to Harvard Law School is a remarkable achievement, and he plans to give back by offering free LSAT tutoring to others. His story is a testament to the power of determination and resilience, and serves as an inspiration to anyone who has ever faced adversity.

As Staton himself said, 'The only reason I made it to where I'm at is because people helped me out of the kindness of their heart.'

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