Cambel Cadien, C’2028, a health sciences major, is on the pre-medical track and was paired with Daniel Palazuelos, a faculty mentor at Harvard Medical School. The Corrella and Bertram F. Bonner Scholar, has a wealth of experience in community service, from serving as sophomore class president as well as fulfilling the same role for the junior class to co-founding Kelsey and Cambels’ Kids Care, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to “Compassion in Action,” with internation impact spanning Haiti, Ghana, and Afghanistan. Cadien aspires to attend medical school following graduation and is committed to advancing health equity, research and global health education through service and clinical practice.

Chloe Fite, C’2027, is an economics major with a minor in Public Health. Inspired by her family’s experiences navigating the healthcare system, she hopes to use research and policy to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities in underserved communities. Beyond the classroom, Chloe is committed to serving her community through volunteer work with children and supporting vulnerable populations by creating inclusive spaces. As a Du Bois Scholar at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, she worked under the mentorship of Professor Ankur Pandya, gaining valuable research experience and insight into health policy. After graduation, she plans to pursue a graduate degree in health policy or public health and build a career focused on developing evidence-based solutions that improve healthcare for all.

Kathya Lavado-Arrington, C’2028, a sociology major, is dedicated to child development and securing better futures for the next generation through behavioral research. The Bonner Foundation scholar and Ethel Waddell Githii scholar has translated her passion into action by devoting hours of community service to Atlanta Public Schools and serving as a student ambassador, Writing Center consultant, and GRL-PWR mentor. Following graduation, she will pursue a doctoral degree in psychology and conduct extensive clinical research with the goal of helping underrepresented children achieve mental wellness. Lavado-Arrington was paired with Ashley J. Thomas, a faculty mentor at Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Department of Psychology.

Kennedy Watson, C’2028, a health science major, became inspired to pursue medicine after witnessing her community struggle to access quality healthcare, fueling her steadfastness to advancing Black maternal health and reducing disparities in reproductive care. In 2025, Watson’s commitment to maternal health research deepened after studying and conducting research in Barbados, and her work continues as she currently conducts qualitative maternal health research under Dr. Shantesica Gilliam in the SUPERNOVA Research Lab, examining social and educational factors that influence health outcomes. Watson will pursue a master’s in public health and a MD and aspires to become an OB/GYN, further advancing her reach and passion to achieving her mission. Watson was paired with Elysia Larson, a faculty mentor at Harvard Medical School.

Madeline Wright, C’2028, a literature, media and writing major, is a proponent of social justice as substantiated by her ample experience in sustained community engagement, leadership and advocacy work. As the founder of a metro Atlanta chapter of Blessings in a Backpack, she has spent over seven years expanding access to food security for children and building long-term community partnerships.Wright continues her work at Spelman through merging policy analysis with lived experiences through the College’s Social Justice program. She also has written for The Blueprint, the College’s student newspaper. Wright plans to attend law school as well as journalism classes, pursuing a career focused on justice, policy reform and community impact. Wright was paired Martha Minow, a faculty mentor at Harvard Law School.

MaKyra Wilson, C’2027, is a biology major and Ethel Waddell Githii Honors Scholar who aspires to become a physician-scientist committed to advancing biomedical innovation and improving quality of life, particularly for historically underrepresented communities. Having witnessed healthcare gaps and disparities within her own family, Wilson has channeled that experience into a drive to pursue medicine, research, and policy advocacy. A Morehouse School of Medicine UHSA Fellow, Wilson currently works with the H.E.A.L. Clinic, supporting the delivery of quality care to uninsured and unhoused populations. Steadfast in her mission to advance equity for all, she plans to pursue a joint MD/PhD to develop innovative, equitable approaches to patient care and medical practice. Wilson has been paired with Sarah Fortune, a faculty mentor at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

Micah Flemming, C’2028, a political science major, has been honored with many titles: a Dewitt Dean’s Scholar, co-community service chair of the Honors Program Student Association executive board, and a 2026 recipient of the U.S. Congressional Award for her dedication to voluntary public service, leadership and civic engagement. An aspiring public interest attorney, Fleming is passionate about health and education equity in underserved communities. Last summer, she gained experience as a legal intern at the Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Office in the Youth Services Division. After graduation, the California native will pursue a Juris Doctor and a Master of Public Policy degree to further her knowledge of the legislative process and support effective policy solutions addressing systemic inequalities.

Nola James, C’2027, another political science major, wears many hats across campus; she serves as a leadership team member for the Spelman Ambassadors, the vice president of Utopia Atlanta, feature editor on The Spelman Blueprint, a WELS Scholar, and a member of the “Sweet” Mu Pi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. Beyond her campus commitments, James has served as a research fellow at Fair Fight Action, an outreach intern for the Office of U.S. Sen. Kirsten E. Gillilbrand, and a legal intern at Tolbert LLC. Following graduation, James plans to pursue a law degree, working at the intersection of legal advocacy and public policy to dismantle systemic structures that perpetuate the marginalization and disenfranchisement of Black communities. James was paired with Cornell Williams Brooks, a faculty mentor at Harvard Kennedy School.

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