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Samara West

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Bio

An avid advocate and changemaker, I am a rising junior at the University of Connecticut, aspiring to attend law school after I graduate. My lifelong goal is to become a family attorney dedicated to fighting for the rights of children in difficult family situations. I am passionate about supporting marginalized communities through legal services and non-profit initiatives, ensuring they have access to necessary medical and health resources. My experience interning with Congresspeople, UNICEF, and social justice organizations at UConn, along with my own life experiences, has fueled my dedication to making a difference. By advocating for children in challenging family dynamics, I aim to inspire courage and acts of kindness that positively impact and transform lives within my community.

Education

University of Connecticut

Bachelor's degree program
2022 - 2025
  • Majors:
    • Law
    • Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
    • Political Science and Government
  • Minors:
    • Urban Studies/Affairs

Paul Duke STEM High School

High School
2018 - 2022

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • History and Political Science
    • Philosophy, Politics, and Economics
    • Political Science and Government
    • Law
  • Not planning to go to medical school

    • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Law Enforcement

    • Dream career goals:

      Family Attorney

    • Vice President of Administration

      UConn Student Television (UCTV)
      2023 – Present1 year

    • Legislative Aide for State Sen. Nikki Merritt

      Georgia General Assembly
      2022 – 2022

    • Legislative Intern for U.S. Rep. Carolyn Bourdeaux

      U.S. House of Representatives
      2021 – 2021

    • Academic Tutor

      HiFive Tutoring
      2019 – 20223 years

    • Team Member

      Chick-fil-A
      2020 – 20222 years

    Sports

    Cross-Country Running

    Club
    2022 – Present2 years

    Research

    • Sociology

      University of Connecticut Office of Global Affairs — Undergraduate Research Assistant
      2022 – Present

    Arts

    • Paul Duke STEM Dance Team

      Dance
      The Grinch Musical (2019), Annual April Dance Recitals (2019-2021)
      2019 – 2021

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      UConn HuskyTHON — Rising Leader
      2022 – Present

    • Advocacy

      Georgia Youth Justice Coalition — Threat Mitigation Team Member
      2021 – 2022

    • Volunteering

      The Sunrise Movement: Atlanta & Gwinnett Hubs — Organizer
      2021 – 2022

    • Public Service (Politics)

      Georgia General Assembly — Legislative Aide for Senator Nikki Merritt
      2022 – 2022

    • Advocacy

      Gwinnett High School Democrats of America — Development Committee School Representative
      2021 – 2022

    • Advocacy

      Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful — Youth Advisory Council Member
      2020 – 2022

    • Advocacy

      Georgia for the Planet — Policy/Education Coordinator & Finance Coordinator
      2020 – 2022

    • Public Service (Politics)

      Congresswoman Bourdeaux's High School Youth Council — Member
      2021 – 2021

    • Public Service (Politics)

      Georgia Youth Justice Coalition — Threat Mitigation Team Member
      2021 – 2022

    • Volunteering

      Georgia House Rabbit Society — Volunteer
      2020 – 2022

    • Volunteering

      Ballotpedia — Research Volunteer
      2020 – 2022

    • Volunteering

      Next Generation Focus — Lead Tutor
      2020 – 2021

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Politics

    Volunteering

    Philanthropy