What does it mean to be Chickasaw? It means that I am a hard worker, I am dedicated, I am respectful and I want what’s best for others. Means I am willing to help others in need. And  what I mean by this, is that the Chickasaw Nation has done so much for their people. By funding students college tuition, and by giving Chickasaw citizens free health care, youth camps, and housing to all Chickasaw citizens. So by then, I am not only representing myself, I am representing my tribe. And so, I believe it means a lot to be Chickasaw because of their background and what they do for their people.