Mitchell is a freshman at the University of Cincinnati and is planning to study architectural engineering. He graduated from Upper Arlington High School with a cumulative GPA above a 3.9. Mitchell participated in many sports throughout his high school career, including football, baseball, and cross-country. He volunteered through these sports programs, as well as on his own through Meals on Wheels and other programs that benefited the less fortunate.
Zach is a freshman at Wright State University majoring in criminal justice and law enforcement. He graduated from Marion Local High School in Ohio, where he was a senior leader, 4-year varsity baseball player, 3-year varsity bowling member, and 2-time OHSAA State Football Champions during his 4 years as a football player. Zach is a member of the Mercer County Sheriff’s Office Explorer program and volunteers his time with the Marion Community baseball/softball programs.
Nathan is a sophomore student athlete at Aquinas College. He is studying and tutoring in the mathematics department, as well as playing baseball for the Saints. Nathan graduated from Fowlerville High School as a captain of the baseball and football teams, where he was also a member of National Honor Society. He frequently donates his time to St. Agnes Catholic Church, Fowlerville Recreation Department, and People’s Church in Michigan.
Jacob is a junior at Eastern Michigan University studying biology with a concentration in organismal diversity. He is part of the EMU Honors College, where he is developing a research project and thesis for the Huron Watershed. Jacob graduated from Clio High School with a 3.98 GPA and is currently pursuing highest honors at Eastern with a GPA of 3.87. He is active in the music program at EMU, where he was a member of the drum line and a member of the EMU Choir. Jacob now volunteers at Clio High School and New Covenant Church in his free time.
Victoria is a junior at Bowling Green State University. She will be majoring in Resort and Attraction Management. She graduated from Barnesville High School, where she earned her associates degree through College Credit Plus courses.
Adrianna is a freshman at the University of Michigan studying neuroscience on the pre-med track. She graduated from International Academy where she was Valedictorian, a class executive for her student body, and a team captain of Forensics. She also co-founded Helping Hands: A Students for Students Movement, a 501(c)3 organization that works to bridge the gap in educational disparities worldwide.
Sydney is a sophomore at Michigan State University studying human biology within their Lyman Briggs Program. At Michigan State, she is currently part of CASA and PMA. Sydney graduated from Marysville High School, where she was a member of National Honor Society and played softball during her four years. She also spent her summers volunteering at a local school for children who suffer with special needs.
Katelyn is a sophomore at Wayne State University majoring in biology and minoring in nutrition. She is also on the pre dental track. Katelyn graduated from Walled Lake Central High School in 2020 with a 3.97 GPA. In high school, she was a member of CASA (Chaldean American Student Association). Katelyn is currently a member of the women in health care club at Wayne State University, where she volunteers to help her community. After completing her freshman year of college, she was on the dean’s list both semesters.
Madison is a sophomore at the University of Michigan majoring in biopsychology, cognition and neuroscience and minoring in biochemistry on the pre-medical track. She graduated summa cum laude from Mercy High School, where she was involved in National Honor Society and Spanish Honor Society and was the President of Science Club. Madison also volunteered at Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital for two years. Currently, she works as a certified pharmacy technician and a research assistant. Madison hopes to become a neurologist or psychiatrist meanwhile spreading awareness about mental health.
Nicholas is a freshman at Wayne State University studying Business Administration. A graduate from the University of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy, Nicholas was vice-president of his senior class, captain of the varsity football and lacrosse team. He was a recipient of the Said Rahaim Athlete of Year Award, received the coveted All-Catholic League Award and was named All-State, All-Regional and All-Detroit. Nicholas enjoys volunteering at Friendship Circle and coaching his younger sister’s basketball team.
Brandon is a senior at Ohio University studying middle childhood education, while minoring in business finance. He graduated from Medina High School, where he was part of the varsity men’s soccer team and basketball team. Brandon served as captain of the men’s soccer team for two seasons while winning awards such as Honorable Mention, All County, All Conference, and being State Runner Up in 2017. He actively volunteers his time at the local middle schools in a program called Huddle/Shuddle. What they do in this program is inform the kids about drugs, tobacco, alcohol, and many other informative topics.
Mariana is a second degree college student pursuing her Bachelors of Science in Nursing at Wayne State University. She recently graduated with her first bachelor’s degree in Nutrition & Food Science, also from Wayne State University. Mariana is on the board of the Chaldean American Student Association and helps to bring the community together with organizing events that contribute to charity groups. She currently works at a Rite Aid as a Pharmacy Technician and has been working through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Haylee is a freshman at Jackson college, where she plans to become a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. She graduated from Pittsford High School and was part of National Honor Society. Haylee was co-captain for junior varsity basketball and co-captain for varsity volleyball. She was also part of the band where she played the clarinet for 6 years and was captain of the colorguard. Haylee is involved in her church and her community. She has been a singer on her church worship team for four years and she is a Sunday school teacher. Haylee helps 3rd and 5th graders in her school and loves to help in any way she can.
Krishna is a freshman at the University of Michigan studying political science and law. She graduated from Bridgman High School where she was part of National Honor Society and part of the top 10 of her class. Krishna was also a member of Interact Club, Key Club, cheerleading, tennis, and marching band, where she played the tenor saxophone and bari saxophone for 4 years.
Sönke is a freshman at Columbia University in New York. He is a graduate of the International Academy, where he served as the campus, school and district representative, Model UN Head Delegate, Newspaper Editor-in-Chief and Columnist, Speech and Debate Captain, and National Honor Society President. Outside of school, Sönke is active in the community, revitalizing Detroit Public School’s third-grade literature curriculum, tutoring refugees, and working with elected representatives to rework state guidelines and regulations around socio-emotional learning and student well-being. Recently, he also lent himself to decolonizing common curricula and adding diverse perspectives to community conversations.
John-Michael is a freshman at Michigan State University majoring in finance and is a recent graduate of Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas. At Jesuit, he played on the 2021 State Championship Rugby team and maintained a leadership role as the Junior Varsity and Varsity Basketball team manager for three years. In addition to completing over 400 hours of community service, John-Michael was an active member of the Jesuit Campus Ministry, a Big Brother Executive, a Student Ambassador, and a member of the Diversity Club.
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Yaritza is a junior at Columbia College Chicago studying filmmaking. She graduated from Reavis High School where she was enrolled in AP Art and played on the soccer team. Yaritza currently volunteers for the Frequency TV program and is a member of the Experimental Film Society and Editors Guild of Columbia.
Faith is a freshman at University of Detroit Mercy where she will be studying nursing in their direct admit nursing program. She is a graduate from Marian High School and was a member of the Ambassador Club there. During her time at Marian, she also tutored middle school students in her free time. Faith participated in the Big Sis/Little Sis program, where she learned great responsibility and leadership. She also continues to do a lot of volunteer work with many nonprofit organizations.
Luke is a freshman at the University of Michigan studying computer science. He graduated from Fitzgerald High School and the Macomb Mathematics Science and Technology Center. Luke was a member of the Fitzgerald boys varsity soccer team all four years of high school, serving as captain of the team his senior year. He was also a member of the Fitzgerald FRC robotics team for 3 years, serving as captain of the team his senior year. Luke will be joining the Army Reserves during his time in college, something which he looks forward to greatly.
Selena is a junior at Oakland University studying health sciences. She graduated from Walled Lake Central High School, where she played volleyball and this summer, is very excited to start coaching for her church volleyball league. Selena is currently a member of the Chaldean American Student Association and Chaldean Pre-Professional Health Society at Oakland University. After receiving her bachelor’s degree, she hopes to be able to receive her master’s in Physician Assistant Studies at Wayne State University.
Kaitlin is a freshman at the University of Michigan and plans to study microbiology, German studies, and Mandarin Chinese with a career interest in medical research. She graduated from Walled Lake Northern High School, where she was Class Council Treasurer, a member of National Honor Society, German National Honor Society, and AP Psychology Club. Kaitlin was a senior leader on the WL Northern Varsity Girls Soccer and Varsity Girls Volleyball teams. She studied Mandarin Chinese language and played club soccer for 13 years each and participated in club volleyball for 4 years as well. Kaitlin continues to be a U.S. certified soccer referee throughout high school and volunteers with her local soccer organization.
Clara is a sophomore at Heidelberg University in Tiffin, Ohio pursuing a degree in business administration with a concentration in marketing. She is also part of the women’s basketball team and the Student Athlete Advisory Committee. As a graduate of Vermilion High School, Clara was a member of National Honor Society and participated in several clubs. Clara has been a lifeguard for three years and is currently working at Cedar Shores during her summer at home.
Sydney is a senior at Saginaw Valley State University. She will be graduating with her bachelor’s degree in marketing. She graduated from All Saints High School with highest honors and was vice president of Student Council and historian of National Honor Society. Sydney has been employed with a Midwest Independent Retailers Association (MIRA) member company for eleven months and also coaches Pom Pom at a local high school.
Kennedy is currently enrolled at Henry Ford majoring in nursing with an end goal of being a pediatric nurse practitioner. She graduated in 2019 from Oscar A. Carlson high school located in Gibraltar. Kennedy was involved in National Honor society, student council, marauder captains (a mentoring club for freshman) and cheered on the state champion cheerleading team. In Kennedy’s spare time, she enjoys working out and spending time with family and friends.
Siddharth is a freshman at The Ohio State University, where he hopes to major in aerospace engineering and minor in computer science. During his time at Mentor High School, he was on the cross country and track teams as well as Future Leaders. Siddharth also volunteered with Lake Heath Hospitals.
Anoosha is a junior at Wayne State University studying political science and global studies. She graduated from Churchill High School, where she was the president of Key Club, and the Editor-in-Chief of the Charger Herald, which is the school newspaper. Anoosha is currently president of the Wayne State University Foreign Policy Council, Treasurer for the WSU chapter of the International Business Association, as well as philanthropy chair and fundraising chair for Sigma Sigma Rho Sorority Incorporated, advocating and raising awareness for domestic violence victims. She currently volunteers with the Red Cross and the Michigan Humane Society.