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Jezelle Nelson
Graduate Counseling Intern, California State University, Sacramento
Location: Carmichael, CA United States
Joined: Mar 28th, 2016

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Prior to facing my own mortality with a breast cancer diagnosis in 2013, I didn�t see a way to fulfill my life�s purpose. I underwent a double mastectomy which gave me a genuine thirst for knowledge. My life was fraught with molestation and domestic abuse. I am a single parent to five children, one with special needs. I have withstood homelessness and poverty. I realized completing my education is critical to transforming me and my children�s lives, allowing us a chance to thrive and turn our socioeconomic position around. I grew up in New York City, surrounded by a �melting pot� of different ethnicities and I thrive in a diverse culture. I am very ingenious and I will be an asset to your prominent campus.
I will complete my Associate Degree in Social Science at American River College in the summer of 2016. At ARC I have taken many classes that have enriched my knowledge helping me to become more articulate. I am a member of the Umoja-Sakhu Community, at ARC. I have a strong desire to attend Howard University and major in Sociology, which will enrich my knowledge of histories, cultures and many matters within several ethnic groups. Continuing my journey of higher learning and earning my Bachelor�s Degree at such a prestigious institution as Howard University, will enable me to continue to overcome many of my obstacles. I anticipate graduating from Howard University in the summer of 2018.

Current Whereabouts:

Creating a Legacy for my children.

Life & Professional Aspirations:

To create a not for profit organization that will enrich the lives of many socioeconomically.

Education (request update)

Howard University class of 2018

Undergrad Major: Sociology

Claim To Fame:

Howard University has been a dream of mine since I was seven years old. In the Fall of 2016 I will fulfill my dream!

Most Memorable Moment:

Going to San Diego for the Umoja Sakhu Community Conference.

High School: Thomas Jefferson H. S. in Dallas, TX class of 1986

Activities & Accomplishments:

Vocational Office Education

Best Memories:

Going to school until 11:30 a.m., then to my first job until 5 and on to my second from 6-10.

Experience

I currently work with California State University, Sacramento as Graduate Counseling Intern
I have 1 years of experience working in the Counseling industry.

Volunteer Intern | United States Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Readiness & Employment
From November 2020 to May 2021 • 1 year(s)
Assisted Veterans with service-connected disabilities through five support-and-services tracks to help them find and keep jobs and live independently.

Volunteer Intern | Capital City Career Opportunities, Inc. (CCCO)
From September 2020 to May 2021 • 1 year(s)
Gained experience in vendor side rehabilitation counseling serving DOR consumers with assessment, training, job related, and support services.

Graduate Counselor Intern | California State University, Sacramento
From June 2020 to May 2021 • 1 year(s)
Provided advising to individuals and small groups of students served by the College of SSIS Student Success Center using a holistic approach.

Staff Member | Wind Youth Services
From January 2020 to May 2020 • 0 year(s)
Assisted youth experiencing homelessness with accessing benefits and achieving goals relating to education, employment, and housing.

Instructional Student Assistant | California State University of Sacramento
From August 2019 to December 2019 • 0 year(s)
Conducted Ethnic Studies 198 course, mentored students, reviewed course material, and provided tutoring through Extended Opportunity Programs.

Student Personnel Assistant | Cosumnes River College
From March 2019 to May 2019 • 0 year(s)
Disseminated information regarding EOPS programs, coordinated college-awareness activities, and monitored academic progress of EOPS students.

Teacher's Assistant | Howard University
From August 2016 to May 2018 • 2 year(s)
Communicated with students and faculty to answer questions, disseminate information, and address academic issues.

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