b"graduation: the finish line. Even though most times she felt like giving up, she's glad that she didnt. Jawad Dabbour (College Connection 2017) is a graduate of Franklin & Marshall College with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology. For his next steps he is considering working for Teach for America, attending Princeton's study abroad program in Asia or the JET program. His proudest accomplishment was being awarded the Best Sociology Student award for his college. Jude Dartey (Sponsor-A-Scholar 2017) is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor's degree in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics. He is looking forward to starting a full time position after graduation. Manthita Diawara (College Connection 2017) is a graduate of La Salle University with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing. Her next steps are to pass the NCLEX and work as Registered Nurse. Her favorite memory while in nursing school was acquiring clinical experience at multiple hospitals in the Philadelphia area and being able to secure a student nurse position at the Hospital of the University of Philadelphia. Tiana Douglas-Brown (Sponsor-A-Scholar 2017) is a graduate of West Chester University with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a minor in Professional Education. She is set to attend the School and Mental Health Counseling, MSEd program at the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education. She also works full-time as a Graduate Success Counselor at St. James School in North Philadelphia. Her proudest moment was getting accepted into the WCU Honors College and being introduced to incredible opportunities and experiences, in addition to an extensive network of individuals who have become her lifelong friends. Sara Elgayar (Sponsor-A-Scholar 2017) is a graduate of Drexel University with a Bachelor's degree in Health Service Administration. She is still exploring her career options. Her proudest accomplishment was obtaining her co-op at the Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia, one of Drexel University's premier co-op locations. Clarissa Faustin (College Connection 2017) is a graduate of Lafayette College with a Bachelor's degree in English and Government and Law. She is currently interning at Glenmede with hopes of gaining full time employment. Her proudest accomplishment was revitalizing the Lafayette English Club to serve underrepresented majors and interests on campus. Rolanphie Galan (College Connection 2017) is a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. She has plans to attend law school. Her proudest accomplishment was becoming the first person in her family to graduate college. Distinguished White-Williams Scholar (GPA of 3.5 or higher)"