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Hobbies and interests
Arabic
Writing
Athletic Training
Baking
Beach
Billiards
Board Games And Puzzles
Chess
Community Service And Volunteering
Cooking
DECA
Food And Eating
Key Club
Portuguese
Poetry
STEM
Swimming
Reading
Academic
Drama
Thriller
Food and Drink
I read books multiple times per week
Rebecca Dasilva
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Rebecca Dasilva
7,435
Bold Points177x
Nominee1x
Finalist1x
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I am a first-year student at the University of New Haven, I am Majoring in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Crime Analysis and a paralegal certificate, with a minor in Arabic.
My ambition is to go to law school. Where I aspire to either work for the United Nations or as a lawyer. Beyond the Classroom, I actively contribute to the University's Undergrad Student Government Association as a senator for students with dietary restrictions. I play an integral role in the advocacy committee, dining committee with deans of students, and mayor advisory committee with the political science department.
Bridging cultural divides, I've undertaken the challenge of learning Arabic both at my University and through online resources, investing almost two years in this linguistic journey. My passion for languages extends to fluency in Portuguese, Spanish, and English. In the realm of leisure, I find solace in reading crime and fantasy books, while indulging in shows seamlessly blended with the tranquility of pilates.
My deep-seated belief in the transformative power of education stems from a personal narrative. Raised by a single immigrant mother who toiled tirelessly, I understand firsthand the challenges of navigating an educational path while contending with financial constraints. Despite these hurdles, my unwavering dedication propels me toward a future where education is not just a pursuit but a means to transcend boundaries and create a lasting impact.
Education
University of New Haven
Bachelor's degree programMajors:
- Criminology
- Criminal Justice and Corrections, General
Miscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Graduate schools of interest:
Transfer schools of interest:
Majors of interest:
- International Relations and National Security Studies
- Political Science and Government
- Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
Career
Dream career field:
Law Practice
Dream career goals:
lawyer
senator for students with dietary restrictions
University of New Haven - Advocacy Committee2023 – Present1 yearI was a deleagte
Model United Nations2023 – Present1 yearresidential student
Dining Committee - Dean of students2023 – Present1 yearSenator for students with dietary restrictions
University of New Haven2023 – Present1 year
Sports
Figure Skating
Junior Varsity2024 – Present8 months
Tennis
Club2019 – 20234 years
Awards
- No
Skateboarding
Club2020 – 20222 years
Awards
- no
Swimming
Varsity2019 – Present5 years
Awards
- no
Research
Arabic
University of New Haven — student2023 – Present
Arts
video star
Video editingyes2018 – 2022
Public services
Public Service (Politics)
Mayor Advisor Committee — student2023 – PresentAdvocacy
University of New Haven — student/general member2023 – PresentVolunteering
Key Club — member2021 – 2023