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Zuryah Alexander

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Bio

My hope is to become a first-generation college student. I have a genuine passion for community service, children, and women's empowerment. My passion for children came from my brother who was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Being a voice to the voiceless has encouraged me to obtain an education in special education with a minor in social work. My goal is to ensure the children with special needs and those who are medically fragile are shown kindness and given an education in a safe environment. I look forward to serving my community, advocating for all children. Any financial assistance I receive will help further my path to becoming an educator. Thank you.

Education

California State University-Sacramento

Bachelor's degree program
2025 - 2029
  • Majors:
    • Special Education and Teaching
  • Minors:
    • Social Work
  • GPA:
    3.6

Independence High School

High School
2021 - 2025
  • GPA:
    3.6

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Bachelor's degree program

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
    • Special Education and Teaching
    • Social Work
    • Education, Other
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Education

    • Dream career goals:

      Special education teacher. Start a non-profit organization

    • Wingstop
      2024 – Present2 years

    Sports

    Basketball

    Junior Varsity
    2021 – 20232 years

    Track & Field

    Varsity
    2021 – Present5 years

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      Boys and Girls Club — youth volunteer
      2026 – Present
    • Volunteering

      Black Student Union — treasurer
      2021 – Present
    • Public Service (Politics)

      California Honors Society — Member
      2024 – Present
    • Public Service (Politics)

      National Society of High School Scholars — Member
      2024 – Present
    • Advocacy

      Young Womens Empowerment Leadership Program — Mentoring
      2021 – Present
    • Volunteering

      Upside Academy — Community service through volunteering for local non-profit schools and community projects around the community.
      2021 – Present

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Volunteering

    Philanthropy