Fellow
(1 of 15 selected) – Conduct policy research on healthcare, technology, and immigration; represent Spelman College in civic and congressional engagements on Capitol Hill.

Driven pre-med student and aspiring pediatric surgeon and researcher committed to improving child health outcomes and advancing health equity. Brings over three years of experience in community-based education, healthcare advocacy, and nonprofit service. Dedicated to bridging medicine and research to develop early childhood interventions and expand access to compassionate, culturally competent care for underserved communities.
(1 of 15 selected) – Conduct policy research on healthcare, technology, and immigration; represent Spelman College in civic and congressional engagements on Capitol Hill.
Streptomyces Antibiotic Resistance – Investigate genetic regulation of streptothricin resistance; perform aseptic culturing and isolation of soil bacteria; assist in data visualization and figure preparation for publication.
Lead outreach and communications for a national nonprofit supporting first-generation and minority students; promote access and equity initiatives contributing to an 80%+ college acceptance rate.
Advanced from frontline volunteer to intern supporting operations, volunteer coordination, and event planning for one of Georgia’s leading nonprofits addressing food insecurity and housing.
Research & Laboratory:
Aseptic technique Microbial culturing DNA extraction Gel electrophoresis PCR Serial dilution Antibiotic susceptibility testing Data collection & analysis
Policy & Advocacy:
Legislative research Policy memo writing Bill analysis Public speaking & advocacy Government relations Civic engagement Healthcare policy analysis
Technical & Analytical:
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Google Workspace Canva Data visualization Scientific writing Research documentation
Spelman Bonner Scholar – Selected as one of 20 students for Spelman’s premier four-year service leadership program dedicated to civic engagement, social justice, and community transformation.
Ethel Waddell Githii Honors Program Scholar – Member of Spelman’s distinguished honors college emphasizing interdisciplinary scholarship, critical inquiry, and academic excellence.
Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society – Inducted into the national honor society recognizing first-year students with a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Dean’s List – Earned academic distinction each semester for consistent excellence in coursework and scholarship.
Violin Performance – Classically trained violinist with international experience performing with various chamber ensembles; demonstrates discipline, collaboration, and expressive artistry through music.
Tennis – Competitive and recreational player who emphasizes strategy, consistency, and mental resilience on and off the court.
Community Volunteering – Committed to advancing educational equity and healthcare access through sustained service with K–12 students and underserved families in Atlanta.