What impact do you hope to have on higher education policy?
I want to help create a higher education system where every student has a fair opportunity to succeed, regardless of their background or financial situation. I hope to advocate for policies that make college more affordable, accessible, and supportive. I want students to feel heard and represented in policy decisions. My goal is to help remove barriers that prevent students from reaching their goals and create more opportunities for them to succeed. I hope my impact will be a higher education system where every student feels supported, valued, and confident in their future.
What’s one thing people should know about higher education in Michigan?
I wish people knew how much higher education in Michigan can open doors for students from different backgrounds. As an immigrant student, pursuing higher education has given me the opportunity to learn, grow, and become more involved in my community. It has also shown me the importance of having an education system where every student feels that they belong and that their voice matters.
Students bring different cultures, experiences, and perspectives to Michigan’s colleges and universities. I believe that diversity makes higher education stronger because it allows us to learn from one another and think about problems in new ways.
I hope Michigan continues creating an environment where students from all backgrounds can see themselves as part of higher education, find opportunities to grow, and use their education to give back to their communities.
