Hometown: Tri-Cities, Washington
Major: Psychology
What are you most proud of from your time at SPU?
Being a part of the founding of SPU’s first African Student Association and then getting to serve as president this year has given me so many memories that I’ll never forget.
What is a fun fact about you?
I have a goddaughter also named Ketsia!
What are some of your career goals?
I’m hoping to complete a post baccalaureate program and eventually apply to medical school. My dream is to become a pediatric hematologist to treat children with sickle cell anemia in my country of origin, the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
What is something you wish everyone knew about your major?
The professors really take the time to listen to your career plans and help develop plans with you.
What is a piece of advice you’d like to leave for those still in school?
Take the time to enjoy each stage of undergrad. It’s not a race against anyone but yourself and it’s ok if your path doesn’t look like everyone else’s.
Anything else you’d like to add?
Always have to give a quick plug to ASA. Even if you’re not of African descent, join! The only way the world will ever come closer together is by understanding and having conversations with one another. Joining a cultural club is just a small way to get those conversations