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Meet our 2023 Scholarship Recipients
My name is Nneoma Meremikwu and I am currently a sophomore at UC San Diego, majoring in Human Biology. I am enjoying the stem classes that I have taken in preparation for my upper division courses. Currently I am on my general board for Black Pre-Med Society, which focuses on the advancement, inclusion, and retention of all pre-health students of all the black diaspora by providing resources, community, and guidance. I am also applying for summer internships that will allow me to gain medical experience and expand upon my interest in the field of medicine. My long-term goal is to become a physician and help provide affordable healthcare to the black diaspora as well as contribute to closing the racial gap that’s prevalent in the medical field. I am sincerely grateful to SCE and CAAEC for helping me reach my goals.
Timothy Hornsby is a dedicated and ambitious individual with a strong academic background and a passion for healthcare. He was supported by the Carson African American Empowerment Coalition throughout his undergraduate studies at Morehouse University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. Timothy furthered his education at Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science, graduating with a double major in Biology and Public Health.
Currently, Timothy is employed at PIH Health, where he continues to expand his knowledge and skills in the healthcare field. In addition to his professional commitments, he is actively preparing for the MCAT and plans to apply for medical school, aiming to pursue a career as a physician. His journey reflects a commitment to excellence and a dedication to improving community health and wellbeing.
Ephraim plans to pursue a degree in biology/marine biology/environmental science and business. One of Ephraim's goals is to stop hunger and improve health. He desires to find better ways to feed people healthy and nutritious food contributing to strong and healthy minds and bodies, because as Ephraim says, “an unhealthy community cannot thrive”. Ephraim believes a degree in environmental sciences will help him find ways to restore clean water for human consumption, marine life, and contributing to uncontaminated soils necessary for organic planting, animal grazing, and feeding. Ephraim summarizes by saying his long-term goal is to “…raise the standard of living for my community through eating, drinking, and living better”.
Mark-Anthony plans to pursue a career in criminology. He comes from a family of law enforcement professionals and has been intrigued by their careers from a very early age… “My parents have raised me to be independent, to operate with integrity, and to contribute to society. I hold myself accountable for the foundation they have laid, and plan to fulfill my collegiate goals followed by a lucrative career”. Mark-Anthony believes criminology plays a vital role in the equitable and just treatment within the African American community. His goal is to influence and impact positive change and equitable experiences for African Americans involved with the criminal justice system. Mark-Anthony says he is on a “…mission, no matter which segment of the justice system I represent I will honor my oath to serve, protect, and treat all people with respect, fairness, and humanity”.