As a Dual BA/MA Comparative Literature and Society and Middle East, East Asia, and African Studies major at Columbia University, I have had the privilege of pursuing my passion for exploring the intersections of culture, history, and society. Through my coursework, I have gained a deep understanding of the diverse intellectual traditions and cultural expressions of various regions of the world. I am proud to have achieved academic success, including recognition on the Dean's List, and to have received awards for my research and writing. My commitment to excellence extends beyond the classroom, and I have pursued various research opportunities, internships, and volunteer work to broaden my understanding of the world and contribute to positive change. I believe that my academic achievements and passion for learning make me a lifelong learner, eager to explore new ideas, perspectives, and experiences.

Bunyonyi Island

Katasi Masembe

And so, it is over
within me, is a slight disconnect
Between my physical being and my conscious
My rage, it sleeps with just one eye
My agony, it thrums with every heartbeat
With one million cries and one million prayers
I seek my sons 
dead, is the bone of my heart
slaughtered is our home, soaked in the blood of our brood

What, will these hands ne’er be clean?

A woman fishes at the Kafue river at sunset. Zambia. ©Midas Severino

A woman fishes at the Kafue river at sunset. Zambia. ©Midas Severino

Young turkana women pose by a lake. Turkana County, Kenya. ©Brian Msafiri

Young turkana women pose by a lake. Turkana County, Kenya. ©Brian Msafiri

gone-ngenze

fragile powerful motherhood
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