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Aneela Shemsu

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Aneela Shemsu is a passionate advocate for equity, education, and public policy, currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Education & Social Policy with an adjunct major in Global Health at Northwestern University. With a deep commitment to addressing systemic disparities, she believes that her interests in analytical research with grassroots advocacy will drive meaningful change. Her work is rooted in a belief that policy should be both data-driven and deeply human, ensuring that solutions reflect the lived experiences of those most affected. Aneela hopes to attend law school in the future, serving those who are unable to do so themselves.

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor's degree program
2024 - 2028
  • Majors:
    • Public Health
    • Public Policy Analysis
  • Minors:
    • Legal Professions and Studies, Other

Thomas S. Wootton High

High School
2020 - 2024

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Bachelor's degree program

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Public Policy Analysis
    • Public Health
    • Legal Professions and Studies, Other
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Law Practice

    • Dream career goals:

    • Course Moderator

      Osher Online
      2024 – Present1 year

    Research

    • Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research

      Northwestern Two-Generation Research Initiative — Research Assistant
      2025 – Present

    Public services

    • Advocacy

      Special Elections Committee — Administrator
      2022 – 2024
    • Public Service (Politics)

      Montgomery County Council — Intern for Councilmember Gabe Albornoz
      2023 – 2024

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Politics

    Volunteering

    Aneela Shemsu Student Profile | Bold.org