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Marissa DeSimone

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General information

Hobbies & Interests

  • Advocacy And Activism
  • Community Service And Volunteering
  • Cosmetology
  • Criminal Justice
  • Foreign Languages
  • Human Rights
  • Journaling
  • Law
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
  • Learning
  • Makeup and Beauty
  • Mental Health
  • Mock Trial
  • Movies And Film
  • National Honor Society (NHS)
  • Politics and Political Science
  • Reading
  • Research
  • Self Care
  • Poetry
  • Psychology
  • Social Justice
  • Public Policy
  • Writing
  • True Crime
  • Ethics
  • Gender Studies
  • Government
  • History
  • Philanthropy
  • Philosophy
  • Social Work
  • Speech and Debate
  • Social Sciences
  • Travel And Tourism
  • Spending Time With Friends and Family

Bio

I am a first-generation college student pursuing a degree in criminal justice with plans to attend law school and become a prosecutor for the Special Victims Unit. My passion for law is rooted in a deep commitment to advocacy, justice, and protecting vulnerable populations. After the loss of my father, unexpected absence of my mother, and time spent in a group home, I faced significant instability at a young age. I initially attended Endicott College, but after my first year, I made the difficult decision to step away from school and pursue a trade. I became a licensed esthetician and have worked in the field for the past seven years while continuing my education. Through this experience, I have balanced academics with real-world experience with clients, where I have developed strong communication skills and the ability to support individuals during vulnerable moments. My experiences have shaped my resilience, empathy, and determination to create meaningful change. As I continue my education this fall at Suffolk University, I am focused on building a future where I can use the law to give a voice to those who need it most.

Education

Suffolk University

Bachelor's degree program

2026 – 2028

Majors:
  • Criminal Justice and Corrections, General

Massachusetts Bay Community College

Associate's degree program

2024 – 2026

Majors:
  • Criminology

Woburn High

High School

2011 – 2015

Miscellaneous

Desired degree level:
Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Graduate schools of interest:
Suffolk University
Majors of interest:
Law, Legal Professions and Studies, Other
Desired degree modality:
In-Person, Hybrid
Medical school interest:
No

Career

  • Master Esthetician

    Cosmetics · All In One Laser

    Jan 2018 – Present

Miscellaneous

Dream career field:
Law Practice
Dream career goals:
Special Victims Prosecutor
Work experience:
10+ years
Has nursing license:
No

Future Interests

  • Advocacy
  • Politics
  • Volunteering
  • Philanthropy