Shaniya has applied to attend UConn Pre-College Summer Program this summer and is raising funds for her program fees. Can you help?
Shaniya
Shaniya
Interest:
Liberal Arts
Grade:
11th
School:
Brien McMahon High School
Location:
Bridgeport, CT
Successfully funded on May 1st, 2017!
Fully funded!
$1,850 raised
$0 to go
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Shaniya
Shaniya's Story

My passion is law.

Debating was always something that I loved to do. I realized that I had an open mind and good judgement about things when it came to debating and having arguments in school. I love proving people wrong, solving mysteries, and upholding JUSTICE. I saw that I basically had law and order in my life daily. Any time I had to argue a side whether I liked it or not I would always have good evidence to back myself up. As a kid I always watched Judge Judy and similar shows and being a judge is something I've just been passionate about. My aunt and uncle went to law school and have inspired me to follow in their footsteps.

Paula
A Note from Paula Fortuna, Shaniya's Teacher

Shaniya would benefit from being on a college campus and taking interesting, thought-provoking classes. She has a high level of maturity, motivation, and interest in learning, and she would take advantage of the many opportunities of being in this academic summer environment. She is a positive contributor is class and a strong, polite communicator. She would very much enjoy meeting new students and professors and learning more about herself in this environment.

Campaign Activity
Shaniya
Shaniya posted an update
July 27
Uconn Pre law Summer program

I loved UCONN so much. The people were nice and genuine to us. I made a lot of friends with the other students and the counselors. We still keep in touch. This program gave me a closer look into what law really is about and although its a tough process i still want to do it. I'm glad i got the opportunity to go on this trip. I've never been on a college campus that long before. We also went to the supreme court and that was amazing. Being on this trip showed me that college is going to be fun. Thank you for everything WISHBONE and my supporters!

Shaniya
Shaniya posted an update
May 9
Shaniya's Pre-Attendance Update

I will be attending the UCONN Pre-Law Summer Program and I am extremely excited. I've never experienced being in an actual court. My school does not provide us with what I think I need to enhance in my future profession. I am confident that this summer program will meet my expectations and teach me as much as they can in our short time period. I want to meet new people and I am excited that I get to see one of my college choices. I'm pretty sure some parts of the program might be complex, because we are dealing with LAW, but I know I can get through it. Thank you for giving me a chance to experience something that can positively impact my future.

Success! Paula Fortuna helped Shaniya raise $1,850
May 1
Wishbone General Fund donated $201
May 1
Lloyd Collins donated $100
April 28

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $100

Qadir Abdus-Salaam donated $100
April 28

Good Luck Shaniya! I know you will make us proud. Class of 2018!!

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $100

Lamar Francis donated $45
April 26

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $45

Paula Fortuna donated $50
April 25

Shaniya is a wonderful human being!

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $50

Joseph Efferen donated $25
April 25

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $25

Derek Sellers donated $25
April 21

Great student and wonderful spirit. Make me proud young lady. Coach

An Anonymous Donor matched this donation with $25

Tory Sullivan donated $25
April 16

You Go Girl!!

Janelle Avant donated $100
April 15
Raquel Rivera-Pablo donated $25
April 13

Nice to hear stories like this, continue to perservere!

Lisa Ward donated $40
April 13
Renita Crawford donated $100
April 13

I'm very proud of you.

Sean Phillips donated $25
April 7
Lamar Francis donated $20
April 4
Christine Smith donated $25
April 4
Student Contribution donated $99
March 20
University of Connecticut
University of Connecticut donated $500
March 20
Paula
Paula Fortuna started this campaign
March 20
Shaniya
Shaniya was accepted into Wishbone!
February 1