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Why did you join SLB? I joined the Student Leadership Board because I am passionate about creating spaces where students feel supported and empowered to succeed. As a first-generation college student, I understand how important it is to have a community that provides resources, encouragement, and a sense of belonging. I wanted to be part of SLB to give back to the programs that have supported me and to help incoming students feel welcomed and guided as they navigate their own journeys. To me, community means a group of people who uplift one another, share resources, and celebrate each other’s successes. Community is a place where everyone feels valued for their unique experiences and identities, and where challenges are faced together rather than alone. As a member of SLB, I plan to foster community by organizing events that bring students together and provide opportunities for connection. This could include workshops that help students explore academic interests, social gatherings that allow them to build friendships, and panels where upperclassmen share their experiences and advice. My goal is to create a welcoming environment where every student feels seen, heard, and inspired to reach their goals.

Why did you join SLB? I joined the Student Leadership Board because SSSP has been one of the main reasons I’ve felt supported at Brandeis. Being a first-generation college student, my experience includes numerous moments of figuring out my path yet SSSP provides me with a space where I need not justify my actions. I wanted to become part of this support network to give back to my community and establish environments where students can feel at home.

Community means trusting others and feeling like you belong to a group. You can express your authentic self without needing to share every aspect of your background experiences. I want to help others establish authentic connections through meaningful events that enable us to get to know each other beyond our academic roles. I plan to actively listen to students while ensuring their input is carefully considered. My goal is to help others establish meaningful relationships with their peers and ensure SSSP students feel supported throughout their Brandeis experience.

Why did you join SLB? I joined SLB because I felt incredibly supported by SSSP and I wanted to contribute to the community. Community for me is a safe environment in which you can show up as your full authentic self, it's the people who build you up & experience those growing pains with.

Why did you join SLB? I joined SLB because I wanted to give back to a program that has been instrumental in the growth that I have made as a student and person. SSSP has not only provided me with resources, but also guidance, especially when navigating different and new situations. By joining SLB, I hope to use my experiences as fuel to help other students facing similar challenges and to help create an environment where students feel seen, valued, and empowered. Three fundamental pillars of community for me are connection, support, and shared growth. I believe that community means curating a space where people feel free and capable of being their authentic selves, where they are assured that they will be supported through both their successes and their struggles. A strong community is capable of celebrating individual differences while valuing understanding and collaboration. As a member of SLB, I plan on fostering a community by building intentional relationships and promoting open communication within our community, and creating a space where students feel safe sharing their experiences. I want to encourage social bonding and academic support for students, allowing students to feel connected to not only the program but to each other. Lastly, I plan on leading by example, which means that I would be approachable, listening actively, and advocating. 

Why did you join SLB? I joined SLB because I felt immense gratitude for the support SSSP and its mentors granted me during my freshman year. I plan to foster community amongst my peers as a member of this board by providing safe access to wisdom in my greatest capacity, lending a hand, and serving as a bridge between people's goals and the possibility for opportunity.