Campus: UNC
Hometown: Dakar, Senegal
High School: African Leadership Academy

What drew you to the Robertson Program?

The Robertson scholarship creates great opportunities to pursue my leadership journey through its unique programs such as summer explorations, First Year Dinner Series, and campus-switch. The program allows scholars to have a small community where they can interact with other scholars and alumni. There are wonderful staff members who always work together and support Robertson scholars.

How has your experience with the Robertson shaped your goals and career path?

Attending each of those First Years Dinner Series has impacted my way of seeing things in life. I have come up with a better understanding of the world’s real challenges. They enabled me to set and define goals such as working in educational fields to have an impactful life in this world.

What has been your favorite Robertson moment so far?

My favorite moments are those First Years Dinner Series. It is a great opportunity to meet all the scholars. I love having conversation with the staff.