formal education

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

I am currently a student enrolled in the Transatlantic Masters Programme at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. This is a dual-degree programme, which will result in two MA degrees in Political Science with a concentration on the Comparative Climate Change Policy track.

I graduated in 2024 from UNC-CH with a baccalaureate degree, dual majoring in Political Science and Contemporary European Studies, and minoring in French.

Queen’s University Belfast

From the 2021-2022 academic year, I studied as an international exchange student from UNC-CH enrolled at Queen’s University Belfast. I studied political science and explored the nuances of the unique situation on the island of Ireland.

Phillips Exeter Academy

I spent four years studying at Phillips Exeter Academy, and graduated as part of the Class of 2020. I also attended Phillips Exeter Academy’s Exeter Summer programme in the summer of 2016.

academic

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Graduate Scholar

I am a member of the 2020 cohort of the Graduate Scholars programme from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation.

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholar

I am a member of the 2020 cohort of the College Scholars programme from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation.

Diplôme d'études en langue française (DELF)

I have been awarded DELF certification in proficiency of the French language by the CIEP (Centre International d'Etudes Pédagogiques), a division of the Ministry of Education of France, at the DELF C1 level (in addition to previous certifications at the A2, B1, and B2 levels).

UNC DEI Fellow
(University Office for Diversity & Inclusion)

I have successfully received a certificate of completion for the DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) Fellows programme at UNC-CH, where I engaged with diverse stakeholders to promote inclusive engagement and belonging at Carolina. 

European Union Delegation to the US Getting to Know Europe Grant

Received grant from European Union to attend EU IST as part of MEET EU Delegation in Brussels, and received grant from European Union to attend Model European Union Mainz.

Le Grand Concours Certificat d’honneur Lauréat National

I have been awarded a certificate of honour by Le Grand Concours (the National French Contest), a competition sponsored by the AATF (American Association of Teachers of French).

LaunchX Programme at MIT

I have successfully completed the LaunchX programme at MIT, studying entrepreneurship.

Duke TIP Entrepreneurship Programme

I have successfully completed the Duke TIP programme for entrepreneurship.

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Young Scholar

I am a member of Cohort 15 of the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation’s Young Scholars programme.

North Carolina State Grant Scholarship

Received scholarship award funding for university study in the 2023-2024 academic year.

David and Alma Corbitt Scholarship

Received scholarship award funding for study in the 2023-2024 academic year.

Leonard G. and Rozelia S. Herring Study Abroad Award (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill)

Received scholarship award funding for study abroad in the 2021-2022 academic year.

Combined William G. Saltonstall, E.S. Wells Kerr Prize
(Phillips Exeter Academy)

The combined William G. Saltonstall and E.S. Wells Kerr Prize recognizes those seniors who have consistently contributed to the musical life of the Academy.

Meir Z. Ribalow ‘66 Theatre Prize
(Phillips Exeter Academy)

A Prize awarded in recognition of outstanding contributions to theater.

public service and social entrepreneurship

North Carolina State University

I am currently enrolled in the Electronic Notary course at NCSU, and anticipate certification as an eNotary by the end of this summer (2024).

Central Piedmont Community College

I am currently enrolled in the Notary Public course at CPCC, and anticipate certification as a Notary Public by the end of this summer (2024).

Diamond Challenge

I work on the SOBROS team as a chemist and public relations director. We were selected as finalists for the 2019 Diamond Challenge (sponsored by Horn Entrepreneurship, of the University of Delaware), and were awarded third place in social innovation. Click here to learn more about the Challenge.

Universitas21 RISE
(University of Maryland)

I worked with Roots Africa to produce and edit a video, for which Roots Africa was awarded first prize in the Universitas21 RISE programme, and received a Do Good Institute (UMD) Accelerator Fellowship and $1,250 in funding from DGI and the UMD Office of International Affairs. Click here to learn more about the award.

Red Cross Red Crescent Lifeguard Certification

I have been awarded lifeguarding certification with waterfront skills by the American Red Cross. Click here to view my certificate.*

Matthew J. Quinn Youth Leadership Award

I have received the Matthew J. Quinn Youth Leadership Award from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation in 2016. Click here to view additional information about the Award.*

Prudential Spirit of Community Award

I have received the Prudential Spirit of Community Award in 2015, as one of two awardees from the state of North Carolina.*

President’s Volunteer Service Award

I have received the President’s Volunteer Service Award in 2015.

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