Tag: NextGen SPA 2025

• Pronouns: She/Her
• Hometown: Bronx, New York
• College/University: The City College of New York
• Major: Political Science and International Science

My name is Senthian Mugisha. I am from East Africa, Tanzania, and first-generation undergrad attending the Collin Powell School for Civic and Global Leadership at The City College of New York. I’m currently majoring in Political Science and minoring in International Studies. I’m aspiring to one day be a dedicated advocate for social justice, immigration, education, and homelessness.

My dream job is to one day is one day start up a non profit to help resource children and mothers in underserved communities. The impact I hope to make is help provide education, supplies, food, housing etc.

I would have dinner with Viola Davis, because I’ve always looked up to her when I was younger and she is a great inspiration to me.

My favorite public servant is, Vanessa L. Gibson because of her continues support and represntation she has for The Bronx.

• Pronouns: She/Her
• Hometown: Dominican Republic/New York City
• College/University: Baruch College
• Major: Political Science

Hey everyone! I am Pamela and I am from the Dominican Republic a little bit over 4 years ago. I currently live in Manhattan and I attend Baruch College where I’m majoring in Political Science with a minor in Communication Studies. I switched from Computer Science to Political Science over the winter, and now my expected graduation date is the Fall of 2025. I love hanging out with my friends, try new restaurants and dress up to take pictures. Looking forward to meet you all soon!

I want to become a Congresswoman or an elected official at the state level. I want to work in the Public Service sector and maybe start off by working for an elected member of the Legislative branch or a member of the NY legislature. I want to run a non-profit with my best friend. I want to have several organizations that will help immigrants and children. I want to change NYC and make it a better place for the future generations to come, I want my baby sister to grow in a safe place and for her to have access to resources that I didn’t have growing up in an underdeveloped country. I want to have organizations that will uplift the economy of my home country to provide access to resources to those in need. I want to be the voice of those who don’t feel heard by their current representatives.

My grandpa, I miss him and I want to know what he thinks of me right now. JESUS, because I want to meet him, and thank him.

AOC and Carmen de la Rosa. Women who aren’t afraid to stand up to those who are wrong and who came from little positions to now be so influential.

• Pronouns: He/Him
• Hometown: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• College/University: Pennsylvania State University
• Major: Telecommunications and Media Industries

I am Denzel Massaley, a Telecommunications and Media Industries student with a minor in Public Policy and Leadership Across Sectors. I have a background in multimedia journalism and reporting as well as pre and post production. I’m from Philly, but I spent some time living in Houston.

My dream job is being an Executive Director for a newsroom covering policy. I hope to be able to providing digestible information symmetry on pressing issues to everyday citizens.

Fred Hampton, I am curious about the organizational and rhetorical techniques he used when forming what would be called the Rainbow Coalition.

My favorite public servant is Bernie Sanders. I think he’s a great orator and draws attention to working families’ issues.

• Pronouns: She/Her
• Hometown: Merrillville, Indiana
• College/University: Indiana University
• Major: Law and Public Policy

I am an undergrad at IU majoring in Law & Public policy. I am passionate about advocacy, social justice issues, and community development. I hope to become an attorney someday and practice in immigration law and use my knowledge to defend those in underrepresented communities. I am always looking for ways to better myself and connect along the way.

My dream job is to become an immigration attorney someday. The kind of impact that I hope to make is bettering other people’s lives and advocating for those specifically, in underrepresented communities.

My favorite public servant is Alexandria Ocasio Cortez because she is a Latina woman like me committed to social justice through her advocacy.

• Pronouns: She/Her
• Hometown: Cosmopolis, Washington
• College/University: Gonzaga University
• Major: Political Science

Hello, my name is Taleah Ibrahim and I am a political science major at Gonzaga University. I currently serve as a senator and Model UN Delegate for my institution. I additionally work as a research assistant, this spring I had the chance to present my research at the Midwest Political Science Conference in Chicago. Some of my interests include working out, dancing, reading and coffee! I look forward to meeting you all!

I want to be a child advocate attorney, I want to assist children in attaining better futures.

Annie Sullivan or Ruby Bridges, I strongly respect the role both of these women played in the field of education.

Michelle Daniels; She worked to create a housing voucher program for 18-24 year olds who are aging out of foster care.

• Pronouns: She/Her
• Hometown: Kelso, Washington
• College/University: Gonzaga University
• Major: Business Law and Public Policy

I’ve always been passionate about helping others, which is why I’ve held various leadership roles, including National Honor Society President and class VP in high school. In college, I’m currently the treasure for the Women’s Network at Gonzaga. While I initially entered as an engineering student, I realized my true passion lies in law. Outside of academics, I love playing pickleball, hanging out with friends, and enjoying the outdoors.

My dream job is to work in the behavioral analysis unit, but more realistically to be an immigration attorney.

If I could have dinner with anyone in the world, it would be Ruth Bader Ginsburg. I’d love the chance to hear firsthand about her experiences on the Supreme Court and the challenges she faced. I would also really enjoy meeting one of my greatest inspirations and learning from her directly.

My favorite public servant is AOC because of her confidence and intelligence. She’s incredibly well educated and advocates for important causes.

• Pronouns: She/Her
• Hometown: Federal Way, Washington
• College/University: University of Washington
• Major: Education

Academics: I graduate in May 2025 with my AA: Interdisciplinary Studies: Art and Humanities, Interdisciplinary Studies: Social and Behavioral Sciences, History, and Gender Studies with Honors across subjects. I graduate from UWT in Education with High Honors in Spring 2026.
Interests: I volunteered at CERT, Federal Way Public School District, and trying for CERT under Homeland Security. I also am involved in Red Cross, South King Fire, and KCHA. As well as many side adventures and projects.

Political representative of fair and equitable education. I hope to help all people become more equal.

Anyone that witness the fall of a nation via war in at any time/place in the world.

There is no one person. We all can be great public servants in our own way.

• Pronouns: She/Her
• Hometown: Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey
• College/University: UC Berkeley
• Major: Political Science; Environmental Economics and Policy

I am currently a UC Berkeley student, pursuing a simultaneous degree in Political Science (BA) and Environmental Economics and Policy (BS). I’m really passionate about organizing in social and environmental justice spheres. I love gardening, film, comedy, and music. I’m interested in using policy as a tool to create change in systematic inequalities rather than a driver of them.

Host of the Daily Show, using a platform to education and call people to action, while also providing comedic relief.

Timothee Chalamet just because I love him. I want to ask him questions on navigating life and feeling like your destined for greatness.

Grace Lee Boggs, I don’t think there are many Chinese American activists who are noted for their work. I am really inspired by her work

• Pronouns: He/Him
• Hometown: St. Louis, Missouri
• College/University: University of Washington
• Major: Biochemistry and Chemistry

Hello! My name is Samir Faruq and I am majoring in both biochemistry and chemistry with a minor in human rights. I currently attend the University of Washington and am on the pre-med track. I am interested in the intersectionality of medicine and policy. In my free time I like to do origami, thrift shopping, try new recipes, and go bird watching.

I want to be a doctor that not only treats patients with the power of modern medicine, but also understands structural and cultural experiences that shape one’s health

Malala Yousafzai. Her drive for girl’s rights to education is admirable and she doesn’t let anything stop her from standing up for what’s right.