University of Pennsylvania
Master's degree program
2026 – 2026
Majors:
- Public Health
- Social Work
General information
Hobbies & Interests
- Graphic Design
- Video Editing and Production
- Videography
- Babysitting And Childcare
- Mental Health
- Community Service And Volunteering
- Volunteering
- Communications
- 3D Modeling
- Psychology
Reading
- Adult Fiction
- Fantasy
- Criticism
- Novels
- Psychology
- Young Adult
I read books multiple times a month.
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WinnerGeneral information
Hobbies & Interests
- Graphic Design
- Video Editing and Production
- Videography
- Babysitting And Childcare
- Mental Health
- Community Service And Volunteering
- Volunteering
- Communications
- 3D Modeling
- Psychology
Reading
- Adult Fiction
- Fantasy
- Criticism
- Novels
- Psychology
- Young Adult
I read books multiple times a month.
Bio
Jaelen Barrett is an incoming MSW/MPH dual degree student at The University of Pennsylvania and a recent honors Psychology alumnus from Howard University. During his enrollment, Jaelen has been awarded Dean's List for the 2021-2022,22-23, and 23-24 school years. Jaelen is also a HEAR Foundation Scholar, a TMCF Ford Blue Oval Scholar, and a Better Brother Los Angeles Scholarship recipient. Jaelen is also heavily involved in his community, as he has worked alongside many community outreach programs such as Special Olympics for over six years. While at Howard, he has also volunteered with the Howard University Alternative Spring Break Program to help underserved communities in Detroit. Jaelen is also a dedicated member of The Collegiate 100 of Howard University and serves as the Communications Chair for the 2024-25 academic year. Jaelen is pursuing a dual MSW/MPH in hopes of making mental health resources more accessible for underrepresented Black individuals.
Education
Howard University
Bachelor's degree program
2021 – 2025
Majors:
- Psychology, General
Minors:
- Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
Hoffman Estates High School
High School
2017 – 2020
Miscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Majors of interest:
Psychology, General
Medical school interest:
Yes
Career
Biological Discovery Intern
Biotechnology · Cerevel Therapeutics
Jan 2023 – Jan 2023
Summer Camp Counselor
Child Day Care · Hoffman Estates Park District
Jan 2022 – Jan 2022
Miscellaneous
Dream career field:
Medicine
Dream career goals:
Non-profit Leader
Has nursing license:
No
Future Interests
- Advocacy
- Volunteering
- Philanthropy
- Entrepreneurship
Research
Lead Biological Intern
Cerevel Therapeutics · Biopsychology
2023 – 2023
Arts
Graphic Designer
Jae's Index · Graphic Art
2020 – Present
Public services
Member
Volunteering · Special Olympics
2018 – Present
Mission:To provide individuals with disabilities the year-round training and competitions.Communications Chair
Volunteering · The Collegiate 100 of Howard University
2024 – Present
Mission:The College 100 of Howard University seeks to convene a pool of diverse young men and women engaged in the pursuit of a college education, to improve the quality of life in the communities surrounding Howard University, and to enhance the educational and and economic opportunities for all African Americans within the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area.Volunteer
Volunteering · Alternative Spring Break
2023 – Present
Mission:Developing Pathways to Housing Stability & Youth Empowerment