Central MA College Standout: Howard University’s Jazmin Hampton
Tuesday, December 17, 2013
Howard University's Jazmin Hampton dedicates much of her time to others, whether it's cheerleading, mentoring, or working toward becoming an emergency pediatric physician.
A Conversation with Jazmin Hampton
SW: How would you describe yourself in a few lines?
JH: I describe myself as a very hard working and determined individual. I love to stay busy and get involved in projects at school and feel that I am very dependable.
SW: How have you taken a leadership role in school or the community?
JH: I have taken on many responsibilities at school. I am the Captain of our competing cheer squad. I also sit on the school student council. In the community, I donate my time to a local community center mentor program where I work with elementary school girls. When I am home in Worcester, I love going back to my Alma Mater Abby Kelley Foster Regional Charter School and running cheer clinics for the elementary and middle school. I also take pride in being an ambassador for the American Heart Association where I have the opportunity to speak and organize events.
SW: Describe the career and/or future you envision for yourself.
JH: Upon graduating from Howard University I plan on attending medical school in hopes of earning my MD to become an Emergency Pediatric Physician.
SW: What’s your favorite place to go to on campus? In Worcester?
JH: My favorite place to go on campus is the football field where I can cheer my team on at games. In Worcester I love going to sweetFrog and also enjoy coming to work at Maxwell Silverman's where the staff is like my second family.
SW: What is your favorite book, movie, or series?
JH: My favorite book/movie series is Harry Potter. I also love the TV series Pretty Little Liars and Scandal.
SW: What about a favorite social media site?
JH: Instagram – you can capture the moment and share immediately!
SW: What do you enjoy in your free time?
JH: I enjoy reading, cheerleading, dancing, competing in beauty pageants, and playing the piano.
SW: What is your favorite quote?
JH: “Don’t let anyone dull your Sparkle.”
SW: What piece of technology, can you not live without?
JH: My iPhone 5!
SW: What or who has had the greatest influence on you to date? Why?
JH: My parents, but especially my mom. She is the hardest working woman that I know. She is not only inspiring and caring to me but she also serves as an inspiration to so many others. She started the cheerleading program at Abby Kelley Foster. My mom pushes me to step out of my box and comfort zone and encourages me to reach for my dreams.
SW: What would someone be surprised to learn about you?
JH: I am very shy even though I participate in a lot of things.
SW: If you could do just one thing, locally, nationally or globally to make a difference, what would it be?
JH: This past summer I was fortunate enough to travel to China with 50 students from Howard for an internship and cultural exchange. If I had the chance, I would love to go back to China after earning my degree and work in the children's clinic.
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