I just graduated from Fordham Gabelli School of Business at Lincoln Center as a First-Gen, Asian, and Queer student from Mechanicsville, VA with a Bachelors of Science in Global Marketing, Anthropology, and Digital Media & Technology!! I can't even begin to process the four years of best friends, courses, mentors, memories, and experiences... all while COVID was happening. Lots of reflecting below! First, Fordham University's Office of Multicultural Affairs has been such a strong welcoming presence since day one at campus. I've been able to become more comfortable with my identities, and flourish as a leader on campus through the office as a Cultural Programming Coordinator for both the LGBTQ & APIDA (Asian, Pacific Islander, Desi, American) Committees. I've had the opportunity to lead these committees, execute on and off campus programming, and create a bigger presence on campus for LGBTQ & Asian students. Thank you to my biggest supporters and mentors who are always available to guide me toward success: Marie Castro, M.A. Juan Carlos Matos LeighMarie Weber Regan Katrina Manansala Sayema Abedin, M.A. Anisa Rahaman Second, Fordham LC's Office of Residential Life has provided me with the best views and the opportunity to be a Resident Assistant. I've been able to put on the most attended and engaged event, serve over 200 residents, be a part of so many traditions, trainings, celebrations, and committees that has me set for life in conflict mediation, crisis management, communication, and my self-confidence. I've met some of the best people on staff here and can't wait to continue learning from them. Thank you so so much for your mentorship- Kelly Sosa, M.Ed Joe Corcoran Savanah M. Kristopher L. Vickki Massy Third, Fordham LC's Office of Student Involvement has enabled me to be Environmental Club President. I've been able to grow the club from about six events a semester with a $1000 budget to 30 events a semester with budgets reaching $10k. Some of my favorite programming included Apple Picking, Hikes, Planting Parties, and having an entire month of events to celebrate April as Earth Month. In addition, I have been able to support the club garden year-round to provide for the community. Thank you Christina Frankovic-Sepsi Melissa Gazal Daniel Patterson Kayla Newell Sandy Vargas for the support. Fourth, some of my favorite courses and advisors in Gabelli have enabled me to land internships, discover my passion for anthropology, and accelerated my knowledge. I'm forever grateful to Seoyoung Kim, Ancy Joseph, Matt Artz and Hoori Rafieian. Special thanks to Jennifer O’Neil for enhancing my resume and professionalism every semester to drive my growth and own all my experiences and Vincent DeCola for the constant academic support. Fifth, thank you to my favs for life for the best memories Yoshimi Eder Meilin Morefield Julie Trohan Marie Atendido Genesis Yi Mikhail Fernandes (bf) <3 #fordham #classof2024 #graduate #firstgen #asian #queer
YOU’RE the best part of Fordham ❤️ so grateful + lucky to have met you 🐏❤️
So accomplished already wooo can't wait for you to continuing growing and succeeding ❤️ GO KENNETH !!!
How did this happen so quickly?! Proud of you, all you’ve accomplished, and all the lives you’ve impacted! Congratulations! This is only the beginning!
You are a STAR! Super proud of all your accomplishments. I know you will do wonderful things post Fordham :)
You have accomplished sooooo much in only 4 years?! I can’t wait to see what the future has in store for such a successful person. Love you Kenny and can’t wait to be by your side for the next chapters in your life.
I’m so proud of you Kenneth <3 you have worked so hard to get here and I can’t wait to see what you do next 💗
Kenneth you have been simply amazing since day 1! So excited to see all the amazing things your future has in store for you!!! So very proud of you!
Congrats lil bro 🥹🥳 I'm so proud to see your personal and professional growth over the last 4 years. I can't wait to see more of what you accomplish in NYC!!
YIPEEE CONGRATS💗💗 so proud of you and cant wait for our roomie era
Assistant, Professional Development & Attorney Training at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP
3moI’m so proud of you!! Congratulations on this amazing milestone, can’t wait to see all of your brilliant accomplishments in the future!