Multicultural Science Program Spring 2021 Graduates

Congratulations Ruth Bambo!

"Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, study, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing." - Pele

B.S. Neurology and Physiology

Minor in Spanish for Professions and Psychology

Ruth will continue on to scribe at the Indiana University Arnett Hospital and Medical School.

Awards and Accomplishments

• Emerging Leader,
• Championing Diversity Award,
• Learning Beyond the Classroom,
• Research in the Brewster Lab (Epilepsy)

Congratulations Jayla Langford!

"You're holding yourself back. The only person that can stop you is you. The only way to stop winning is to stop going."

B.S. Mathematics

Minor in African American Studies and Communications

Jayla will be attending Indiana University for their Master's Program in Higher Education and Student Affairs. She plans to obtain her PhD in Higher Education, become a professor, and a director of STEM programs for minorities.

Awards and Accomplishments

• The National Science Foundation researcher on the value of mentorship of adolescents in the Child Protective Services 
• The 2021 Charles O. McCaughey Leadership Award
• The Community Foundation of Greater Lafayette Scholarship
• University Residences Relationship Building Student of the Year Award
• University Residences Lanny C. Wilson Scholarship
• The Roger Blalock Scholarship
• The Roland G. Parrish Scholarship
• The Black Caucus of Faculty & Staff Service Award
• The Virginia Mashin Mathematics Scholarship
• The Jandos Scholarship Program 

Congratulations Kiersten Lofton!

B.S. Applied Statistics

Kiersten's favorite memory at Purdue was studying abroad through the Horizons Program in Spain during Maymester 2019. She is going on to work at Discover Financial Services in a two year General Business Rotational Program.

Awards and Accomplishments

Student Success Stories and Championing Diversity Award Recipient