The Stories

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2024–2025 Cohort
Public Health · Junior

Lauren

"I hope that my story will help people to value the fact that we are all different and made in our own unique ways."

Psychology · Sophomore

Ilana

"I won't hide who I am just to feel safe."

Music Performance · Freshman

Alex

"The Hispanic experience is not monolithic."

International Relations · Senior

Jenna

"I am Assyrian and Palestinian — identities people misunderstand but I carry with pride."

History & Secondary Ed · Sophomore

Zack

"It's possible to be open-minded and true to your roots."

Political Science · Sophomore

Anabella

"I hope whoever sees this understands that stereotypes don't define us."

Journalism · Freshman

Aryan

"Being South Indian at AU has shown me the beauty in every culture."

Film & Media Art · Senior

Kaylee

"Heritage can be as freeing as it is grounding; I'm allowed to redefine both."

Elementary Education · Sophomore

Jenny

"I'm more than a stereotype; I'm living proof that assumptions are just the start of my story."