Author Archives: realest2020

Thank you so much for selecting me as the next REAL Recognize REAL Student of the Month. I am truly honored and grateful for this recognition. It means a great deal to be seen not only as a student but also as a future leader and a positive example within our culture. As a juniorContinue reading “Casey Gregg”

I was born in a small town in Shawnee, Oklahoma, and I’ve always had a strong work ethic. Since I was 15, I’ve worked in a variety of jobs, starting at a trampoline park before moving on to Texas Roadhouse and later Parker’s BBQ. Eventually, I took the initiative to start my own landscaping business,Continue reading “Cooper Marcum”

I grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area, California, where my early experiences shaped my passion for neuroscience and medicine. As a neurodivergent individual, I faced unique challenges that fueled my determination to advocate for neurodiversity and inclusivity. During this time, I also earned the Eagle Scout Award, which instilled in me a senseContinue reading “Anirudh Subramaniam”

I am from Bowling Green, Ohio and went to BGSU for my undergrad. My major was in Business Marketing and I had a minor in Nonprofit Administration. I was able to graduate in 3 ½ years because I took CCP classes through my high school. I ended up having about 30 hours of college creditContinue reading “Ellie Cherry”

Hope is from Prince George’s County, Maryland. She graduated with honors from College Park Academy (2020) and West Virginia Wesleyan College (2023). She played collegiate level volleyball and was the captain of the team. She has always been a natural born leader and an inspiration to many. She works in a medical office and hasContinue reading “Hope Arce-Reed”

My name is Darese Jaleel Sparkman. I was born in Canton, Ohio, and split my childhood between Soquel, California, and Massillon, Ohio. I am the third child of two wonderful parents, who had me when they were just twenty-three. Despite having no external support, they raised my brother, sister, and me with all the loveContinue reading “Darese Sparkman”

My name is Aleah Jackson. I am from Georgia, East Atlanta/ Decatur to be exact. I graduated high school in 2016 and attended the University of Georgia (UGA) and received a Bachelor of Science in Biology in 2020. After graduating from UGA I took a gap year to take additional prerequisite courses and apply toContinue reading “Aleah Jackson”

My name is Cheveyo Dozier, and I grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, where basketball has always been a huge part of my life. From a young age, I would spend countless hours shooting hoops in my neighborhood, dreaming of playing at a higher level. My passion for the game was greatly influenced by my middleContinue reading “Chevyo Dozier”

My name is Amani Dickerson, and I hail from Bowling Green, Ohio. I am thrilled and honored to be selected as a REAL Student of the Month, recognized for my academic achievements and leadership qualities. I graduated from Maumee Valley Country Day School with a 3.5 GPA. Throughout my high school years, several influential figuresContinue reading “Amani Dickerson”