What is a quote you would like to share that is meaningful to you?
“Tread Lightly”

Why did you join Black Scholars?
I joined Black Scholars to try to find financial support and community on campus. Joining Black Scholars allowed me to connect with people that look like me and share my experiences in a college where we are a small minority. I was seeking social engagement as well as assistance in my career path.

What do you like most about being in the Black Scholars Learning Community?
What I like the most about being a part of Black Scholars is being able to celebrate Black joy with other members of my community. I love the social mixers and overall social support and encouragement from counselors. The counselors at student equity made me realize my dream career didn’t have to just remain a dream. 

Educational Goals: My educational goals are to receive a Psychology and Sociology AS-T from GCC before transferring to university. I want to ultimately earn my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology to become a trauma therapist.

What is a quote you would like to share that is meaningful to you?
“Great things are happening to us, and through us, even when we don't realize it”.

Why did you join Black Scholars?
I joined Black Scholars to further learn about all the available resources on campus and to feel further connected to the community. Joining Black Scholars has allowed me to flourish financially, academically, emotionally and mentally. In addition to being able to relate and share my experiences with minorities like myself, I was looking for educational opportunities and guidance within my Psychology major.

What do you like most about being in the Black Scholars Learning Community?
What I love the most about being a part of Black Scholars is being connected to amazing inspiring counselors. The student equity counselors encouraged and supported me throughout challenging, unpredictable times, especially during the pandemic. I love being able to celebrate my culture with my community through various activities and social mixers.

Educational Goals: My educational goals are to transfer to CSUN in fall of 2022 with a AA-T in Psychology. I ultimately want to earn a PsyD in Developmental Psychology with an emphasis on adolescent education.