Program: Health & Human Services

Favorite Book: Wicked

Kate is a dedicated student and scholarship recipient majoring in Health and Human Services/Social Work. Along with being a mom, Kate works with other survivors of human trafficking and is passionate about helping others.

Program: Cyber Technology and Investigations
Favorite Book: Inspirationals or DIY books

Carla is excited to begin attending a university again, so that she can complete her degree in Cyber Technology and Investigations. She has a passion for music and innovation, and she uses these skills in her free time to help others.

Program: Nutrition Counseling
Favorite Book: The Laws of Human Nature by Robert Greene

Annalise loves the study of healthy eating habits and is passionate about how transformative a healthy diet can be for both the body and the mind. After receiving her certification in Nutrition Counseling, Annalise hopes to help victims of human trafficking transform their mental and physical wellbeing. 

Program: Psychology
Favorite Book: Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers

Penelope is a vibrant, outdoor-loving young woman who hopes to one day use her degree in Psychology to work with victims of sex trafficking, and open a residential home for young women and girls. She is excited to attend the university of her dreams while making new connections and friendships.

Program: Victim Studies
Favorite Book: Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers

Brielle is beginning her degree in Victim Studies, so that one day she can impact public policies and legislation surrounding human trafficking. She looks forward to the day that she can make an impact in the lives of other survivors, as other organizations have done for her. In her free time, Brielle enjoys painting and being active outdoors.

Program: Undecided
Favorite Book: The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

Suzanne loves to learn and is taking the opportunity of attending college to truly decide what her passion in life is. She is excited to explore classes in different areas like criminal justice, humanities, and science. When she is outside of class, Suzanne loves spending time outside with her dogs, hiking, and hammocking.

Program: Social Work
Favorite Book: Self help books

Grace is looking forward to starting college again, and can’t wait to use her degree to begin helping other victims and survivors of the sex industry. Besides her studies and job, Grace enjoys yard selling, and being active.

Program: Biblical and Educational Studies
Favorite Book: Battlefield of the Mind by Joyce Meyer

Alice is pursuing a degree in Biblical and Educational Studies, so that she can one day work in trafficking ministry and provide support to other women and girls that have been trafficked. She is excited to make a difference in the lives of others by spreading the word. When Alice is not in class, she enjoys working out and journaling to relax. 

Program: Criminal Justice Administration

Mary is looking forward to continuing her education as she pursues a degree in Criminal Justice Administration. She is the first person in her family to attend college, and is proud of her current success in school. In her free time, Mary likes to engage her creative side and paint with friends. 

Program: Political Science
Favorite Book: Animal Farm by George Orwell

Sophie is majoring in Political Science and has dreams of becoming a lawyer and a pilot once she has earned her degree. She loves studying history, and has a knack for math. Sophie is proud of her accomplishments in academia and sports, and when she isn’t in class, she likes to spend time gaming.

Program: Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering
Favorite Book: Emotional Intelligence

Iris is a passionate woman who is working towards her Ph.D. Her goal is to create affordable solutions for current medical limitations. Iris dreams of traveling the globe and continuing to be a voice for those experiencing abuse. During her free time, Iris loves to go ice skating and horseback riding, as well spend time traveling and reading.

Program: Information Technology
Favorite Book: The Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne

Bethany is a dedicated individual who plans to use her degree to create a program that helps stop online trafficking and exploitation. Bethany is devoted to her education and is maintaining an impressive 99.17 GPA. She is very excited to begin her career after graduation!

Program: Interdisciplinary Social Science
Favorite Book: The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver

Joanna is a vibrant woman who loves to create and go hiking. Joanna’s goals are to earn a doctorate of sociology, engage in social innovations and entrepreneurship, conduct research and publish her work in peer-reviewed journals, influence public policy, and eventually become a professor.

Program: Physical Therapy Assistant
Favorite Book: Can I Say by Travis Barker

Mia is an upbeat woman who would like to travel the world and help those in need. As a first-generation college student, Mia is very motivated to begin her semester. When she is not in classes, Mia enjoys reading and doing crossfit!

Program: Criminal Justice
Favorite Book: Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers

Laura is a caring woman who hopes to bring human trafficking awareness into the prison system. She spends her free time volunteering with anti-trafficking efforts, and serving others in this way has become a great passion of hers!

Program: Human & Social Health
Favorite Book: The Gift of Being Yourself by David G. Benner

This fall, Jane started her degree in human and social health. She has always felt the desire to help people, families and children. Jane plans to eventually start her own non-profit organization for women and children who have been exposed to domestic violence. In her free time, Jane enjoys painting and reading.

Program: Social Work
Favorite Book: Diary of Jasmine Grace by Jasmine Grace Marino

Cora is going to school to get her degree in social work and plans to become an LSW. She is motivated to both help those in need and support her family. Cora is very excited to learn more about her chosen career field! During her free time, she loves to spend time with her family and be outside.

Program: Graphic Design
Favorite Book: Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen

Layla is pursuing her associate’s degree in graphic design this fall! After she completes her degree, she plans to use her skills to spread awareness about human trafficking. She also wants to share her story to other survivors so they know they are not alone. When Layla was younger, her favorite subject in school was history!

Program: Accounting
Favorite Book: Mindset by Carol S. Dweck & Atomic Habits by James Clear

With her love for computers and numbers, Chloe is getting her degree in accounting! Raising her family means everything to her, which is one of the reasons she wants the flexibility of starting her own business. Chloe takes pride in being a hard worker and active learner. During her free time, Chloe loves hand making shoes from scratch!

Program: Psychology
Favorite Book: He Chose the Nails by Max Lucado

Summer is excited to pursue her degree in psychology! Her ultimate goal is to work with trafficked children so they can have someone to confide in and trust. Eventually, Summer also sees herself working at a rehabilitation center to help those in need. During her free time, Summer likes to write, watch movies, and play golf!

Program: Esthiology
Favorite Book: Biographies

Margaret is studying to be an esthetician due to her passion for helping people feel better and cared for! After completing her program, Margaret plans to start her own business so she can assist those around her. During her free time, Margaret loves to explore and find new places to travel to!

Program: Office Administration
Favorite Book: The Bible & The Harbinger I and II by Jonathan Cahn

Erin is a hardworking woman who is getting her degree in medical office administration, with a focus on billing. She has always been passionate about the healthcare field. During her free time, Erin enjoys going to church and volunteering with their feeding ministry.

Program: Occupational Therapy Assistance
Favorite Book: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

Ruby has dedicated her heart to helping those in need through becoming an occupational therapist assistant. In the future, Ruby hopes to pursue her master’s in occupational therapy to start her own practice. During her free time, Ruby likes to garden and go fishing!

Program: Nursing
Favorite Book: The Bible

This fall, Lucy is starting her educational journey to get her associate’s degree in nursing! She hopes to help those who have experienced trafficking and show her family and friends that it is never too late to go to school. During her free time, Lucy enjoys volunteering with organizations that provide resources to populations that have experienced trauma.

Program: Psychology
Favorite Book: The Body Keeps the Score by Dr. Bessel Van der Kolk

Ava is starting her educational journey and working towards her degree in psychology! Her goal is to become a trauma therapist and help others – in the same way she has received care. In her free time, Ava loves to work out!

Program: Funeral Science

After working in a funeral home for several years, Ann developed a passion for helping families through what can be one of the most difficult times in their lives. Through many obstacles, Ann has been able to maintain her hope and spirit while pursuing her dreams. 

Program: Sociology

After being saved from human trafficking, Emily spent several years working on herself and her goals. Through her connection to other survivors, Emily found her true calling: mentoring and counseling those in need. 

Program: Sociology
Favorite Book: The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk, M.D.

Hailey is a young mother that has a love of writing, cooking, and napping with her baby! She is excited to finish up her Sociology degree, and looks forward to attending graduate school afterwards.