Age
25
Gender
Female
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Black/African, Hispanic/Latino
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Child Development
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I read books daily
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US Citizen
LOW INCOME STUDENT
Yes
FIRST GENERATION STUDENT
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Chrismene Gilles
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FinalistChrismene Gilles
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FinalistBio
My parents worked very hard to provide as much assistance to my upbringing. They earned just enough to pay for our rent and utilities. I reached a point in my life where higher education is the only way to better my life. I want to break the generational curse that has been imbedded. I volunteered at an education center where my friend was an educator. After the first two weeks, I was hooked. Working directly with children broaden my perspective on my career path.
I realized children gravitate towards me, at first I was unsure until I realized I have a calming nature and with that, the children feel comfortable speaking to me and expressing their points of view. Working with children is rewarding; I realized I wanted to help the next generation of children by becoming a child Psychologist. I'm currently in college pursuing my Associate in Arts degree in Psychology by December 2024. I will be transferring to an institution to further my education at a different university. I'm on an accelerated plan to receive a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Psychology.
Furthering my college education is a paramount goal of mine. I desire to open my practice to create a safe space for children to develop freely and be able to voice their opinions, while strategizing ways to cope with the children's social psychology. I will learn to implement standards that help educate both parents and the community on the importance of mental health. My goal is to build a community to work alongside others that share interest in focusing on the importance of children's behavioral and mental state.
Education
Broward College
Associate's degree programMajors:
- Psychology, General
GPA:
3.5
Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High
High SchoolGPA:
3
Miscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Graduate schools of interest:
Transfer schools of interest:
Majors of interest:
- Psychology, General
- Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
- Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
Career
Dream career field:
Mental Health Care
Dream career goals:
Non-Profit Leader
Credit Repair Specialist
General Public Services2020 – Present4 yearsTax Preparer
General Public Services2018 – Present6 years
Sports
Baseball
Junior Varsity2016 – 20182 years
Cheerleading
Varsity2016 – 20182 years
Awards
- Most Improvement Award
Public services
Volunteering
God Is Good All The Time LLC — Child care volunteer2020 – 2020Volunteering
General Public Services — Speaking to the women at the shelter.2019 – 2020Volunteering
God Is Good All The Time — Volunteer in charge of packaging the donated items.2018 – 2019
Future Interests
Advocacy
Volunteering
Philanthropy
Entrepreneurship
R.L. Sexton Memorial Scholarship
Today’s society is the reason for my fight. Being brought up in a immigrant low income family has always been difficult. I was not able to partake in certain activities like the other kids in school. I remember having to sell brownies and candy at school to raise enough money for my senior GradBash. As time progressed I entered my first year of college and the stress of being my parents caretaker has taken it’s toll, my grades started slipping by the second year of college, I was put on academic probation. I had to struggle to make ends meet and scramble enough money to pay for a few of my classes. The stress of money, dealing with COVID-19 and taking care of my parents has been quite difficult but I wouldn’t want it any other way. This only fueled by determination further into becoming a child psychologist. I’m currently enrolled in college and pursing my degree still.
Being present, tending and listening are a few factors I will utilize to better assist those in need of my assistance. I want to create a safe space for individuals to voice their thoughts freely without feeling judged. This method is to bring awareness to mental health. Volunteer work will be a factor, the company will be giving three free sessions to individuals interested in our services. The possibilities are endless that’s the main reason for this, to give a magnifying look into building a better society that nurtures the factors that are important to human development.