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Chanel Rodriguez
William Paterson University, Bachelor of Arts in Communication
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Michelle Kogolo
Rutgers University-Newark
"As long as you know your worth, and how much you can bring to the table, no one can tell you otherwise."
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Dan Denose
Rutgers University-Newark, Master of Public Administration
Dan Denose is a recipient of the 2014 Rutgers SPAA Academic Excellence Award and a member of Pi Alpha Alpha, the National Honor Society for Public Affairs and Administration. Dan is also a
motivational speaker.
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Cassandra Carleton
Rutgers University-Newark, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
Cassandra Carleton graduated Cum Laude from Rutgers University-Newark. She will be attending the Florida A&M University College of Law in fall 2016.
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Melodee Montgomery
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Science
Melodee Montgomery served as the 2015-2016 Miss Cheyney Legend and an ambassador in the Student Government Association. Melodee's future goals are to get a Master's degree in Engineering, become a Forensic Engineer, and start her own company.
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Mariane Ibrahim
Rutgers University-Newark
Mariane received her undergraduate degree from Rutgers University-Newark and is expected to receive a Master of Public Administration with a concentration in Public and Nonprofit Performance Management in May 2017. She currently works full time at Columbia University as a liaison between the university and New York high schools.
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Ronetta Lewis
Pillar College, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Counseling
"I would like to thank my professors at Pillar College for pushing me to my fullest potential. A special thank you to Professor Maria, Professor Hazel, and Dr. Noel. You are all amazing women of God."
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Vanessa Layedra
Montclair State
University, Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
Vanessa Layedra first received an Associate of Science degree from Essex County College in May 2014. She went on to receive a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Psychology from Montclair State University in May 2016. She is part of two honor societies: The National Society of Leadership and Success and Sigma Alpha Lamda. Vanessa plans to pursue a Master of Public Administration at Rutgers University-Newark.
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Allison James
Essex County College, Associate in Applied Science in Human and Social Services
Allison James is the director of
Girls; Live, Love, Laugh Inc., a youth services organization based in Newark that empowers, motivates, and inspires young girls in the areas of self-esteem, etiquette, bullying, health/ fitness, and hygiene and exposes them to higher education. Allison is the recipient of the Robert Sydney Needham Scholarship and the Essex County College Organization and Administration Scholarship.
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A'zhane' Holston
Essex County College
"I have had a lot of people doubt me, and even experienced a few things that could have set me back, but here I am. I did it! My future goal is to become a DYFS Case worker or to counsel kids who have lost their parents to violence."
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Garmeterick Moore
Pillar College,
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Counseling
Garmeterick Moore is a
member of the NCLC Student Advisory Board, a group of student advocates who advise the overall NCLC mission.
"The man who entered the doors of Pillar College four years ago is not the same man you are seeing today. Throughout my journey I have been challenged, stretched, and have discovered the greatness that I did not know was inside of me."
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Parris Taylor
Rutgers University-Newark, Bachelor of Science in Finance
Parris Taylor will begin his career working on Wall Street for J.P. Morgan within the Equity Research division and has made it his mission to make a difference in the world. Parris' future goals include becoming a portfolio manager for a large institutional asset manager, starting a non-profit organization that focuses on microfinancing small businesses in Guatemala, and continuing his contributions to society by maintaining involvement in non-profit organizations within education and economic development.
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Keturah Latimer
New Jersey City University
Keturah Latimer is a Newark College Institute mentor and a member of the NCLC Student Advisory Board, a group of student advocates who advise the overall NCLC mission.
"You can do anything you put your mind to, and it is the help of many mentors, professors, and family that will guide you along the way. Thank you so much to the NCLC for being one of my biggest supports during the last four years, and providing so many amazing opportunities. I am excited to take on the next phase of my life after being surrounded by so many inspiring people."
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Baiyinah Wright
Pillar College, Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies
Baiyinah Wright is a Newark College Institute Alum and a member of the NCLC Student Advisory Board, a group of student advocates who advise the overall NCLC mission.
"Raising my family and teaching others through my testimony has been a rewarding gift. I have learned how to fight for what I believe in and learn at the same time. My goal is to represent Pillar College well, as I strive for my place as the future mayor of Newark. I know in my heart if you believe in the impossible, God will surely do the rest."
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Gregory Young
Pillar College,
Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies
"My experience at Pillar has been tremendously rewarding, serving as a vehicle for transformation and spiritual renewal in my life on many levels... Not only have I been educated, equipped and inspired, but my life has been transformed, and I will aggressively pursue the call of God upon my life." |
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This spring,
NJ LEEP alumni are graduating from outstanding colleges such as Smith College, Princeton University, Rutgers University,
Loyola University Maryland, and Mount Holyoke College! We are so proud of our students achieving this milestone!
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NCLC is searching for its next AmeriCorps VISTA
View a full description
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