Serve
Connect Others, Create Community
Service has been at the heart of my experiences, shaping both my college journey and community involvement. As an NC State Goodnight Scholar and organizer of Service Raleigh initiatives, along with my role as the campaign intern for The Elaine Marshall Committee, I have witnessed firsthand the power of collective effort to create lasting impact. This page highlights my commitment to service, collaboration, and building a stronger, more inclusive community.
The Goodnight Scholarships office invests in students from low- and middle-income families in North Carolina studying in STEM or STEM education disciplines. The Program empowers Goodnight Scholars to “pay it forward” as transformational leaders at NC State, in North Carolina, and in the world.
The Goodnight Scholarship has prepared me to become a force for innovation and a driver of positive change.
Outreach Ambassadors (2024) 
Mantras
Lego Brick Build (2023)2021 - Present
Leadership
Graduation Gala (2024)-
2022 - 2024
Goodnight Outreach Ambassadors participate in a number of community outreach initiatives throughout the academic year to help inform North Carolina high school and community college students, families, educators, counselors, and others about the Goodnight Scholars Program, and NC State University.
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2024 - Present
Scholars selected as Goodnight Program Ambassadors facilitate Goodnight Scholar programs throughout the year, which play a vital role in the programming efforts of the Goodnight Scholarships office.
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2022 - 2023
Retreat Leaders are a critical part of the summer retreat as they are responsible for facilitating small group activities and supporting the transition of the first-year (FY) and transfer scholars to NC State and the Goodnight Scholars communities. Retreat Leaders are assigned a group of five incoming scholars who will be led through a series of activities organized by the professional staff.
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2022 - 2024
Lego Brick Build shows the wonders of STEM using thousands of LEGOs! Group Leaders volunteer and support all logistics for the event including station facilitation, catering, and more.
pay it forward.
The
Goodnight
Scholarship
is not a
reward for
prior achievement,
but rather an
investment into a student’s untapped potential.
Service Raleigh is an annual citywide day of service started in 1998 by NC State's Student Government and Park Scholars. Each year, volunteers from the university and surrounding community unite to undertake a variety of projects, each of which provides much needed assistance to local organizations. Service Raleigh is funded by the Park Foundation, the Goodnight Scholars Program, NCSU Student Government, NCSU Inter-Residence Council, and local donors.
Participating in Service Raleigh has given me the opportunity to serve, lead, and strengthen both NC State and the larger Research Triangle Park community through service.
2024 Service Site: Audubon Society
Leadership
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Current
Maintains timelines, approves design and inventory reports, acts as Point of Contact for all major inquiries and action items.
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Partners Committee Lead; 2024
Partners Committee Member; 2022 - 2023
Recruits local organizations, assigns volunteers to sites, and ensures volunteers have supplies for the service projects.
2024 North Carolina Secretary of State Election Campaign
Campaign Intern; Mar 2024 - Nov 2024
Honored to have been invited to the North Carolina Democratic Party's 2024 Election Night Celebration.
My role as a Campaign Intern provided me the opportunity to support President Joe Biden on his campaign trail.
The Secretary and I celebrated the Guatemalan Independence Day with the Consulate General of Guatemala in Raleigh.
Joining the Secretary, I celebrated City Councilman Melton’s campaign launch.
The Secretary and I often attend small community meet-and-greets, where she discusses her role in our government.
Great night at the 'Celebrate North Carolina' event at CAM Raleigh with fellow young professionals!
Thrilled to have spent the evening with Governor Josh Stein at his inaugural cocktail reception.
My Internship in Review
Look up any of Secretary Marshall’s speeches, and you’ll see her “1, 2, 3” approach.
One afternoon, she explained,
“As a woman, people tend to dismiss what you say as one big pile of nothing. However, after you’ve accomplished what I have, I've found that people often overlook my qualifications. I emphasize three main points so that they recognize me as an intelligent, focused, and powerful woman.”
I often reflect on that conversation in my own life. Through this internship—which I stumbled upon in a rather humorous way—I have gained many lifelong lessons that extend far beyond the skills listed on this page.
With that in mind, I thought I would format my own statement into a “1, 2, 3:"
The Secretary and I celebrated the campaign kickoff for City Councilman, Jonathon Melton. 1.
Working with The Elaine Marshall Committee
Showed me that while the world can be daunting, people are kind.
Throughout my time on the committee, I
have encountered countless individuals
willing to lend a hand or share their stories. This kindness has reinforced the
importance of community and support in times of uncertainty.
2.
Drove me to recognize the significance of networking and the power of knowledge.
I have realized that building relationships is vital in all areas of life. By connecting with diverse individuals and absorbing their insights, I have gained a deeper understanding of the issues and the strategies needed to address them effectively.
I have witnessed firsthand how individuals--regardless of their backgrounds and experiences, can make a significant impact on the world around them. Whether through grassroots efforts or personal advocacy, I have learned that every voice matters and can contribute to meaningful change.
3.
Demonstrated that anyone can affect change in their own way.
Secretary Marshall has inspired me to become the woman I always aspire to be. Her impact on North Carolina has been monumental, and her influence on my life has been pivotal.