Making Their Dreams Come True

Class of 2009
Samaria J. Burris; Delaware State University
Jasmine Coley; Buffalo State College
Marshada Lemon; North Carolina A&T
Shonicque McCloud; South Carolina State University
Breena D. Stephens, Delaware State University
Margie Usher; SUNY Fredonia

Arielle Penn (Miss Deb 2007)
Monroe Community College and St. John Fisher College
Major: Adolesent Education with a Mathematics Concentration
GPA: 3.4
I'm doing good, wonderful actually. I am also very involved on campus. I work at the Damon City Campus as a Peer Leader and Campus Center worker, and I am Vice-President of Student Governance for the on campus student governing body known as S.E.G.A: Student Events and Governance Association. So, anyone looking to or attending MCC in the fall, specifically the Damon City Campus which house Criminal Justice (CRJ), Education (EDU), and Human Service (HUM) majors, feel free to connect with me! I go to the Brighton campus for classes as well so I'm available there too.

Brandy Solomon, 2004 (pictured at above at right)
I received a Psychology BA degree with minors in African American Studies, and Health and Wellness from the University at Buffalo. In April 2004, I was introduced to the Rochester community as a member of the first Sisters Together Achieving Results Debutante Class and, ever since, I have worn my title as the "Most Likely to Succeed" very proudly. I graduated from Joseph C. Wilson Magnet High School with high honors in June, 2004 and entered SUNY University at Buffalo that fall. I truly enjoyed my time at UB, becoming heavily involved in numerous clubs and organizations. During the years, I held positions such as Academic Assistant, Black Student Union Executive Board Member, Residential Counselor, Women's Health and Wellness Advocate, and the list goes on. I used my financial aid and Junior Spring Semester to follow my dream of living overseas. Thus, I studied abroad in England for more than five months and traveled extensively throughout Europe. Upon my return to America, I calculated my credits and realized that my hard work and dedication had paid off. I was finished with my four-year degree in three and a half years, with Magna Cum Laude distinction, meaning my overall cumulative GPA for my Psychology Bachelor of Arts, with minors in African American Studies and Health and Wellness degree was 3.7. Currently, I am working as a Sociotherapist for Hillside Children's Center helping to make the residents lives a little better each day. I plan to go on to a Graduate Program within the Human Services field; however, I am trying to discover my exact path. I am excited for everything that awaits me.
 

Sierra Hunter, 2004
University at Buffalo
Major: Health and Human Services-Community Mental Health
Minor: Spanish
GPA: 3.0
Career Aspiration: To become a successful Mental Health therapist within a clinic or the community.
Positive thought: STAR teaches how to be real women within society. Keep what STAR has taught you and you will find yourself successful in college academically (and drama free), professionally, spiritually, and personally.

Sierra C. Birmingham, 2005
Monroe College-New Rochelle
Major: Business Administration
Minor: Marketing
GPA: 3.0
Career Aspiration: To become the top Marketing Executive for Walt Disney World.

Shetara Denee' Bouie 2004
I graduated from North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University on December 15, 2007 with a B. S degree in Criminal Justice and a concertration in Political Science and Psychology. I graduated with a 3.1 overall GPA and a 3.5 Major GPA. I finished a four year track in 3 1/2 yrs. However I have chosen...by the inspiration of God...not to focus so much on the criminal justice system. I will be attending graduate school in January, 2009 to recieve my MS in General Education and Administration at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. I am currently working at an aferschool enrichment program as a group-leader and I also work as a Child Care Provider in the mornings. In the summer I will be accepting a position at Childtime Daycare as a Summer Program Director, all the while taking classes. I have also chosen to reside in Greensboro possibly for the next 3 or 4 years.....depending on what God wants me to do.

Whittney Neal, 2004
Canisius College
Major: Management and Marketing
GPA: 2.82 (and rising!)
Career Aspiration: To be earning 6-figures
Positive thought: STAR, for me, has meant family; young women that I can relate to, mentors that I can cry to, and a direction I can follow! If I did not say it before, thank you for allowing me to be a part of STAR.

Angelica Davis, 2005
St. John Fisher College
Major: Psychology
Minor: Business Management
GPA: 3.42
Career Aspiration: Therapist
Positive Thought: STAR has been a motivator for me. I learned some essential skills needed in order to survive and succeed in life. I would encourage any young lady to join STAR in order to gain friendships, improve communication skills, and boost your self-esteem. (Angelica became a STAR participant in 2003 and voted Miss STAR Debutante 2005.)

Update: Angelica is one of 36 students recognized as national outstanding campus leaders by her inclusion in the undergraduate Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges for 2009. will be honored in the Who's Who Among Students Annual Directory. In addition, Angelica receives a certificate during this year's President's Award Ceremony and her name will appear in the 2009 edition of Who's Who Among Students Annual Directory.

Ashlee Alexander
Rochester Institute of Technology
Major: Business Management
GPA: 2.823
Career Aspiration: Entrepreneur
Positive Thought: STAR Inc., has introduced me to new people who have helped me through my experiences. STAR has also awakened qualities within myself that are essential to achieve success. (Ashlee became a STAR participant in 2003 and crowned Miss STAR Debutante 2006.)

 

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