The Kelly/Strul Emerging Scholars Program

Let's hear it for our Summer ’26 graduates! 🎓

Da'Yahna Joiner ’26
🎓 B.S. in Biological Sciences
🦉 Da’Yahna was involved in the Kelly/Strul Student Organization, Blood Pressure Screening Association, Elite Owls and the National Society of Leadership and Success, while conducting research at the FAU Marine Lab. She plans to work in a hospital while pursuing a degree in diagnostic medical sonography.

D'vaeja Lattimore ’26
🎓 B.B.A. in Management, minor in Marketing
🦉 D’vaeja gained hands-on experience through internships with The Shark Group, Miami Dolphins event activations team and Unrivaled Basketball. Following graduation, she plans to continue exploring business career paths.

Janya O'Meara ’26
🎓 B.S. in Biological Sciences (Pre-Med)
🦉 Janya was involved on campus through Next in Action and Medi-Futures virtual shadowing program, while exploring her path in medicine. She plans to gain clinical experience before applying to medical school.

Kei-Myra Brooks ’26
🎓 Bachelor’s in Early Care and Education (BECE)
🦉 Kei-Myra was active in the Black Student Union, Tri-Alpha Honor Society, Florida Future Educators of America at FAU, FAMU Big Sister Little Sister Mentoring Program, First and Proud Club, Community Service Club and the Kelly/Strul Student Organization. She plans to mentor young girls through a nonprofit and explore public service opportunities.

Samantha Leiva Cordova ’26�
🎓 B.A. in Health Sciences, minor in Psychology
🦉 Samantha served as a First and Proud ambassador and later secretary, while also holding a leadership role as vice president of the Blood Pressure Screening Association and working at the Alumni Center. She plans to pursue nursing school following graduation.

Your support has helped our graduates build the skills and confidence to succeed. Thank you. ❤️

Graduation is more than a milestone. It’s a reflection of the hard work our scholars have put in and the support that helped them get there. 🎓

Moments like these are made possible through the generosity of those who continue to believe and invest in our students.

Thank you to our incredible donors and community partners for being part of their journey and celebrating this achievement alongside them. 🦉💙