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Janiyah Bethea

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Bio

My name is Janiyah, and I’m a sociology major at Spelman College. I am on the path to becoming a physician assistant focusing on dermatology and cosmetic care. I’m passionate about healthcare access, especially for underserved communities. I plan to open a nonprofit dance studio that offers a safe space for young children to express themselves through movement. I come from a single-parent household, which taught me early on how to balance ambition with responsibility. My journey is rooted in faith, family, and the belief that success means bringing others up with you.

Education

Spelman College

Bachelor's degree program
2024 - 2028
  • Majors:
    • Sociology

Glen Burnie High School

High School
2020 - 2024

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
  • Planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Health, Wellness, and Fitness

    • Dream career goals:

      Dermatologist

    • To provide quality women’s healthcare through professional and compassionate services

      OB/GYN Office – Pasadena, Maryland
      2022 – Present3 years

    Sports

    Dancing

    Club
    2017 – Present8 years

    Awards

    • no

    Research

    • Sociology

      Glen Burnie High School — Lead student researcher; gathered peer-reviewed sources, conducted surveys and interviews, analyzed data, and presented findings in both written and visual formats
      2023 – 2024
    • Biological and Physical Sciences

      Spelman College – Department of Biology — Conducted microscopic analysis, assisted in culturing and isolating amoeba samples, tracked their movement and behavior, and helped document findings for group presentations
      2025 – 2025

    Arts

    • Various community dance teams and independent choreography projects (and future founder of a nonprofit dance studio for youth)

      Dance
      Annual church showcases Community talent shows School cultural celebrations
      2019 – Present

    Public services

    • Advocacy

      Take Pause — Posted mental health initiatives, conducted research, and created digital wellness content
      2023 – 2024
    • Volunteering

      Mission 1:27 – Walton Reserve Adventure Center — Assisted with children’s programs, packed hygiene and food bags, and wrote encouragement cards for the homeless
      2025 – Present
    • Volunteering

      Atlanta Mission: My Sister’s Keeper — Helped with meal preparation, hygiene product distribution, and offered faith-based encouragement
      2025 – Present
    • Volunteering

      Atlanta Youth Detention Center (YDC) — Spoke at gatherings, shared personal testimony, and provided ongoing encouragement
      2025 – Present

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Volunteering

    Philanthropy

    Entrepreneurship

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