
Hobbies and interests
Reading
Writing
Learning
Art
Artificial Intelligence
Business And Entrepreneurship
Coding And Computer Science
Data Science
Education
Game Design and Development
Painting and Studio Art
Theology and Religious Studies
STEM
Reading
Academic
Environment
Realistic Fiction
I read books multiple times per week
Jamila K
1x
Finalist
Jamila K
1x
FinalistBio
Rank 1 Valedictorian and incoming Business Analytics & Applied AI freshman at Sacred Heart University with a 4.0 unweighted GPA and a deep technical foundation in information technology. A first-generation, low-income South Asian Muslim American woman driven by a profound commitment to leveraging quantitative data science for social justice and healthcare equity. Proven technical competency spanning four years of intensive IT trade shop experience, full-stack software development, and independent professional certifications from Cisco and IBM. Recognized community advocate utilizing creative platforms, including an AP 2-D Studio Art portfolio on climate disasters and self-directed accessible web platforms, to bridge socioeconomic and digital divides. Eager to master predictive modeling and applied machine learning to eliminate global healthcare fragmentation, ensure medical algorithms protect the working class, and transform raw lines of data into reliable lifelines for underserved communities.
Education
Sacred Heart University
Bachelor's degree programMajors:
- Data Analytics
Platt Technical High School
High SchoolMiscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Bachelor's degree program
Majors of interest:
- Data Analytics
- Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
- Computer and Information Sciences, General
Career
Dream career field:
- Information Technology and Services
- Artificial Intelligence
- Business
- Data Science & Analytics
Dream career goals:
Business Analytics & Applied AI - Healthcare Analytics
Student
Platt Technical High School2022 – 20264 years
Research
Computer Software and Media Applications
Platt Technical High School IT Trade — Independent Student Software Developer & Researcher2024 – 2026Visual and Performing Arts, General
Platt Technical High School Art Classroom — Lead Student Researcher & Artist2025 – 2026
Arts
Platt Technical High School
Visual ArtsSustained Investigation of Environmental Issues2025 – Present
Public services
Volunteering
Platt Technical High School IT Department — Student IT & STEM Mentor2024 – 2026Advocacy
Platt Technical High School / Local Community — Community Educator & Environmental Artist2025 – 2026