Akol Abol
As an occupational therapist, Akol plans to make a difference in the lives of underserved populations in both the U.S. and his home country of Sudan. He is pursuing a master’s degree in occupational therapy Western Michigan University, and is expected to graduate in April 2015.
One of his goals is to help people live “meaningful, healthy, and productive lives, particularly those individuals with physical and mental impairments.
Jessica Bell
Jessica has known since high school that she wanted to be an occupational therapist. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in occupational therapy from Western Michigan University, and is expected to graduate in December 2013.
Jessica is involved with various extracurricular activities such as being a student member of the 90th Anniversary Planning Committee and Student Academic Integrity Committee, both at Western Michigan University.
Quinten Davis
Quinten has a passion for helping others. He is pursuing an associate’s degree in nursing from Muskegon Community College, and is expected to graduate in June 2015.
Once he graduates, he plans to work as a registered nurse. Quinten is also an active member in his church.
Gisel Hernandez
Gisel has dreamed of becoming a nurse since childhood. She is pursuing an associate’s degree in nursing from Lake Michigan College, and is expected to graduate in May 2013.
Gisel is passionate about working with the Hispanic community. She has worked in several healthcare settings as a Spanish interpreter.
Latasha Lucas
Latasha wants to pursue a career that will impact people in a positive way. She is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Grand Valley State University, and is expected to graduate in May 2013.
She is an active volunteer through her church and her son’s school.
Linda Phan
Linda strives to make a difference in the world. She is pursuing a master’s degree in occupational therapy from Western Michigan University, and is expected to graduate in December 2013.
She plans to use her personal experiences and resources to give back to the community as an occupational therapist.
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Kearra Vinson
Becoming a nurse is more than a goal for Kearra; it is a dream that she’s had since childhood. She is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Grand Valley State University, and is expected to graduate in December 2012.
As a nurse, Kearra plans to support others in need to establish an overall better society. She is already working towards achieving this goal by volunteering and her involvement in the community.
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