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Deja Leverette

Deja Leverette

Hometown: Buffalo, NY

Major: Nursing

Graduation Year: 2025

Why did you choose Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ?

After having many talks with God, I feel like he placed it in my heart to go to Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ. I wasn’t sure about my college process and where I should go. I prayed for signs and everything showed Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ was the school for me. 

Why did you choose your present major?

I always desire to work in the medical field and also it will be an honor to be the first immediate family to have a job in that field . After hearing about the adequate treatment of black women face in the medical field, I wanted to become a representation for my community.

Please describe your academic experience at Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ.

The professors are really helpful. As long as you use your resources everything will be fine. 

What do you like best about Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ?

I love the education at Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ. The library is my best friend and it’s so calming to do my work there.

What clubs or organizations have you been a part of here at Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ? What kinds of things do they do?

I am a part of the nurses association-  I am the Vice President. I’ve been active with raising money for organizations and just ensuring that the nursing program is a well put together community. But I hope to be more involved with the black student union this semester and actually to activities for the community.

Do you have a job or jobs on campus? Please provide a brief description. 

I work at Wegmans and Franco’s. However during school I take breaks from work so I can focus on my education.

What is your favorite spot to stop by in town?

Any soul food place. I love my culture- we communicate love through our food. 

What piece of advice would you give to prospective students? 

Please learn time management and discipline! I definitely believe my first semester was a learning experience to do way better. Use your resources- make sure your work is done and do it to the best of it your ability. Don’t worry about making new friends they will come to come - you’ll find your groups. Make sure you have fun too- this is your college experience.