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Meskerem Ellis

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General information

Ethnicity
Black/African

Hobbies & Interests

  • Art
  • Tennis
  • Volunteering
  • Community Service And Volunteering
  • Animals
  • Baking
  • Church
  • National Honor Society (NHS)

Reading

  • Academic
  • Psychology
  • Art
  • Adventure
  • Christianity
  • Environment
  • Sports and Games

I read books multiple times a week.

Bio

Hello, my name is Meske, I am university student undergraduate with a strong passion in (nuero)/ clinical psychology. My favorite interests include art, volunteering, socializing with friends, and sports. As a patriotic Ethiopian from a low-income nation, I am motivated to pursue a profession in psychology because I want to make a positive difference in the world. One impact can make a significant difference in a person's life. I am also passionate about supporting those in need, as seen by relevant experiences and volunteer work (hours spent on local clean-up, garbage collection, being a lending hand for the Crisis Text Line, and beautification of community places). I've made a strong commitment to assisting the homeless by volunteering at neighborhood kitchens, food banks, and shelters, offering meals to people in need. Through these experiences it has helped me grow and learn, from my experiences I want to show people that anything is possible with hard work and a good mindset. Being born in a international country I have first hand seen the ins and outs of scarcity, but through that my people have still found joy through these hardships, I truly believe anyone is capable of that if you strive for your passions and dedicate your heart for change. Because of this I am very excited to pursue a career in psychology. Where I aim to make an even greater impact on our mental wellness.

Education

Saint Martin's University

Bachelor's degree program

2025 – 2027

Majors:
  • Psychology, Other
GPA4.0 GPA

Olympic College

Associate's degree program

2023 – 2025

Majors:
  • Psychology, General
GPA3.9 GPA

Shelton High School

High School

2021 – 2025

GPA3.8 GPA

Miscellaneous

Desired degree level:
Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Graduate schools of interest:
Western Washington University, University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Majors of interest:
Psychology, Other, Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
Medical school interest:
Yes

Career

  • waitress

    Hospital & Health Care · Alpine Way Retirement Care Community

    Jan 2025 – Present

Miscellaneous

Dream career field:
Mental Health Care
Has nursing license:
No

Future Interests

  • Advocacy
  • Volunteering
  • Entrepreneurship
Fall Favs: A Starbucks Stan Scholarship
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