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Dasia Smith

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Bio

My journey to becoming a pediatrician is fueled by a passion for the well-being of children and a genuine desire to make a positive impact. My experiences have taught me the importance of establishing genuine bonds with young patients, creating a warm and empathetic environment where they feel comfortable sharing their concerns. I am driven to represent people of color, particularly black women, in the medical field, inspiring others to break through barriers and achieve their dreams. My own experiences with childhood abuse have fueled my determination to offer understanding and support to children facing similar challenges. I have maintained a solid commitment to excellence throughout my academic journey, earning honors and recognition. I believe in making a difference beyond the classroom, as demonstrated by my community project to assist the homeless. My journey as a pediatrician is guided by empathy and a commitment to positively impact young lives, creating a safer and more inclusive healthcare space for all.

Education

Morgan State University

Bachelor's degree program
2022 - 2025
  • Majors:
    • Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Old Mill High

High School
2018 - 2022

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
  • Planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Hospital & Health Care

    • Dream career goals:

      Pediatrician or Pediatric nurse

    • Cashies, Stocker

      Giant
      2022 – 2022

    Sports

    Dancing

    Intramural
    2009 – 20145 years

    Arts

    • Arts and Motion

      Dance
      2009 – 2014

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      BARCS — Dog Walker and Cat Socializer
      2024 – Present
    • Volunteering

      Church — Making sandwiches for the homeless
      2017 – 2017

    Future Interests

    Volunteering

    Delories Thompson Scholarship
    My name is Dasia Smith, and I am a 20-year-old black woman entering my junior year at Morgan State University. I'm enrolled in the nursing program, where I intend to advance my career into becoming a pediatrician. I've always loved working with children. Whether I was babysitting or teaching, it has always been one of my main interests. This is why I decided to pursue a career in pediatrics. Being a black woman is also significant in my decision to pursue nursing. Diversity in the medical field is lacking, particularly in the representation of black women. I want to change this statistic and become a role model for young black women worldwide, showing them they can pursue their dreams in the medical field or any other profession they choose. As a pediatrician, I aim to provide compassionate and unbiased care to all my patients, ensuring that no child faces discrimination or is disregarded due to their race or background. Being Black is a massive part of my identity that I am undoubtedly proud of. Attending an HBCU as a black woman is crucial because it offers a supportive environment that values your identity, culture, and experiences. HBCUs have a long history of nurturing black excellence and providing education, leadership, and community engagement opportunities. I want to contribute to that excellence, and when I'm successful, I want to bring back to my community, uplift future generations of black students, and ensure we continue to thrive as a community going forward.