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nhelia alemo

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General information

Age
21
Gender
Female
Ethnicity
Black/African
Religion
Atheist

Hobbies & Interests

  • Politics and Political Science
  • Law
  • Public Policy
  • Student Council or Student Government
  • International Relations

Reading

  • Academic
  • Law
  • Philosophy
  • Cultural

I read books daily.

Bio

I am a student pursuing a dual BA/MPA with interests in international affairs, governance, and public policy. A lot of my professional and academic focus is on writing, research, and engaging with complex political and global issues. My goal is to build a career in public service and policy, and eventually attend law school to become an attorney.

Education

University of Iowa

Master's degree program

2026 – 2028

Majors:
  • Public Administration

University of Iowa

Bachelor's degree program

2024 – 2027

Majors:
  • Political Science and Government

Liberty High School

High School

2020 – 2024

Miscellaneous

Desired degree level:
Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Graduate schools of interest:
University of Chicago, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Georgetown University, Howard University, Harvard College
Majors of interest:
Economics, Journalism, Public Administration, Law
Desired degree modality:
Full-Time
Medical school interest:
No

Career

  • News Reporter

    Publishing · The Daily Iowan

    Jan 2026 – Present

  • Immigration Policy Fellow

    Civic & Social Organization · Alliance for Civic Engagement

    Jan 2025 – Present

  • Legal Intern

    Government Administration · Johnson County Public Defenders office

    Jan 2024 – Jan 2024

  • Programs Intern

    Non-Profit Organization Management · Iowa City Foreign Relations Council

    Jan 2026 – Present

  • Intern

    Non-Profit Organization Management · Immigrant Welcome Network of Johnson County

    Jan 2024 – Jan 2025

Miscellaneous

Dream career field:
Law Practice
Dream career goals:
Becoming an attorney in immigration, international, corporate, or entertainment law
Work experience:
2 years
Has nursing license:
No

Future Interests

  • Advocacy
  • Politics
  • Volunteering
  • Philanthropy
  • Entrepreneurship
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