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Addison Nichols

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Bio

I am an award-winning ballet dancer and aspiring radiologist. At Collage Dance Collective, I train five to seven days a week with my class, the company, Collage Youth Ensemble, and participate in community performances throughout Memphis. I received merit scholarships to train at the Houston Ballet Academy, Utah Ballet Summer Intensive, and the University of Oklahoma Summer Programs. Dance has taught me discipline, resilience, and the importance of making others feel seen. That belief shapes my life beyond the studio. Through the Nursing pathway at Collierville High School, Auburn University’s Emergency Medical Response Camp, and leadership in the African American Student Union and St. Jude Leadership Society, I am preparing for a career centered on seeing the person, not just the patient. At Collage, I created a mentorship program for younger dancers and raised $2,300 in five days for student scholarships and families facing financial need. I also choreograph and perform custom dance pieces for weddings, baby showers, and other celebrations. My service has been recognized through the Mayor Lee Harris Rising Star Award and 10>20 Impact Award. I believe one person’s encouragement can change what another person believes is possible. I once wished for an older sister and became one for someone else. As I pursue radiology, I want to see the person behind the image, advocate for them, and create opportunities for others to see what is possible.

Education

Collierville High School

High School
2023 - 2027

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Bachelor's degree program

  • Majors of interest:

    • Medicine
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      • Medicine
    • Dream career goals:

    • Teacher Assistant

      Collage Dance
      2025 – Present1 year

    Sports

    Dancing

    2012 – Present14 years

    Arts

    • FLOC

      Acting
      yes
      2024 – Present

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      Collage Dance Collective, Memphis, TN — Volunteer
      2018 – Present
    • Advocacy

      Collage Dance Collective, Memphis, TN — Raising Money
      2024 – 2024
    • Volunteering

      St. Jude, Memphis, TN — Volunteer
      2025 – 2025
    • Volunteering

      Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church, Memphis, TN — Volunteer
      2025 – 2026
    • Volunteering

      Doctors4Fem, Collierville, TN — Volunteer
      2025 – Present
    • Volunteering

      Central Church, Collierville, TN — Volunteer
      2025 – 2026
    • Volunteering

      Collage Dance Conservatory — Teacher Assistant
      2025 – Present
    • Volunteering

      Collage Dance Collective — Program Design Lead
      2024 – 2025
    • Volunteering

      Collage Dance Conservatory — Student Mentor
      2024 – Present
    • Volunteering

      African American Student Union (AASU), Collierville High School — Community Service/Event Coordinator,
      2025 – Present

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Volunteering

    Philanthropy

    Entrepreneurship