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Semira Abdussalam

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General information

Religion
Muslim

Hobbies & Interests

  • Exercise And Fitness
  • Health Sciences
  • Global Health
  • Public Health
  • Fashion
  • Travel And Tourism

Reading

  • Literary Fiction
  • Classics
  • Self-Help
  • History

I read books daily.

Bio

Semira Salam is a fourth-year Kinesiology (Pre-Med) major with a minor in Leadership Studies at Hampton University. With over 4 years of work experience in patient care, fitness, healthcare, and community engagement, Semira is dedicated to promoting holistic wellness, healthcare, and community reform. She is committed to making her dreams a reality by finding ways to make being the first college graduate in her family financially possible.

Education

Hampton University

Bachelor's degree program

2021 – 2025

Majors:
  • Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
  • Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
  • Medicine

Brooklyn Technical High School

High School

2017 – 2021

Miscellaneous

Desired degree level:
Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Majors of interest:
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Medical school interest:
Yes

Career

  • Anti-Gun Violence Employment Program Coordinator

    Non-Profit Organization Management · Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn Partnership

    Jan 2024 – Jan 2024

  • Emergency Department Medical Scribe

    Medicine · Riverside Hospital

    Jan 2024 – Present

  • Site Supervisor

    Non-Profit Organization Management · Bridge Street Development Corporation

    Jan 2021 – Present

  • Census Enumerator

    Public Relations and Communications · Bridge Street Development Corporation

    Jan 2020 – Jan 2020

  • Medical Screener

    Hospital & Health Care · Octapharma Plasma

    Jan 2021 – Jan 2022

  • Administrative Assistant

    Mental Health Care · Autesh Therapy Services

    Jan 2022 – Jan 2024

  • Physical Therapy Tech

    Health, Wellness, and Fitness · Pivot Physical Therapy

    Jan 2023 – Jan 2024

  • Guest Advocate

    Retail · Target

    Jan 2019 – Jan 2021

  • Medical Receptionist

    Hospital & Health Care · SUNY Downstate Medical Center

    Jan 2019 – Jan 2020

Miscellaneous

Dream career field:
Alternative Medicine
Dream career goals:
Doctor of Medicine
Has nursing license:
No

Future Interests

  • Volunteering
  • Entrepreneurship
Wanda I. McLaurin HBCU Scholarship
For as long as I can remember, I have always had a passion for medicine and helping others. One day I want to be able to give back to my community, challenging the stereotypes that are associated with it. I want to not only provide financial and medical assistance, but also work towards resolving the root of these social issues. Health, especially in minority communities, needs to be addressed from a holistic perspective. Our communities need more than just funding; The minds of the youth need to be cultivated correctly, guaranteeing prosperous futures. We need more affordable ways to receive healthcare; healthcare provided by more people who look like us. I work to be able to implement change in my community; so for once I can see a difference in what I saw growing up; so our future generations could have the opportunities that we didn’t. Throughout the last few years I’ve held various internships, positions, and volunteer experiences in both medicine and non-profit organizations. The more that I’ve had such experiences is the more I yearn to eliminate the prevalent issues in my community. This became the primary reason why I chose to obtain my higher education at an HBCU; to be reminded that there are people like me making an impact. Being surrounded by black excellence at my school everyday motivates me to want to give other people this opportunity. Not only do I plan on obtaining my medical degree to treat my community, but I intend on opening facilities, creating workplaces for people of color, and assuming leadership positions to establish healthcare and community reform. I have a generational curse to break, and I won’t stop until it’s broken.
Manny and Sylvia Weiner Medical Scholarship
For as long as I can remember, I have always had a passion for medicine and helping others. One day I want to be able to give back to my community, challenging the stereotypes that are associated with it. I want to not only provide financial and medical assistance, but also work towards resolving the root of these social issues. Health, especially in minority communities, needs to be addressed from a holistic perspective. Our communities need more than just funding; The minds of the youth need to be cultivated correctly, guaranteeing prosperous futures. We need more affordable ways to receive healthcare; healthcare provided by more people who look like us. I work to be able to implement change in my community; so for once I can see a difference in what I saw growing up; so our future generations could have the opportunities that we didn’t. Throughout the last few years I’ve held various internships, positions, and volunteer experiences in both medicine and non-profit organizations. The more that I’ve had such experiences is the more I yearn to eliminate the prevalent issues in my community. Not only do I plan on obtaining my medical degree to treat my community, but I intend on opening facilities, creating workplaces for people of color, and assuming leadership positions to establish healthcare and community reform. I have a generational curse to break, and I won’t stop until it’s broken.
3LAU "Everything" Scholarship
Anytime anyone asks me what’s my spirit song, I say “22” by Taylor Swift. With what goes in the world everyday, the feeling of wanting to give up on society is almost inevitable. We go through so much mentally but are still constantly told to keep going. No matter how much you feel like your world’s falling apart, the pressure of school, work, and the expectations of others never seem to go away. You feel lonely, sometimes free, other times happy, but most of all: we’re just confused. Instead of asking yourself why, or wishing things were different, sometimes you have to say “so what?“ while remembering that you only live once. I’d never wanna grow up and associate high school with depression and anxiety, but I could never deny those feelings either. What I want to remember is how magical I made life despite it’s misery.
Semira Abdussalam Student Profile | Bold.org