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Nouh Tekle

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Sociology major, Nouh Tekle, is a transfer student from Oakland, writer and slam poet (Karin Higgins/ºÙºÙÊÓƵ)

Nouh Tekle ’19

Oakland, California
Transferred from College of Alameda
Sociology

Nouh Tekle found his home through our African Diaspora Policy Center and Black Student Union as well as his passion in social sciences.

Clubs and organizations and interests

  • Eritrean, Ethiopian, Somali and Sudanese Association, member
  • Launchpad Project Management, intern
  • Israel and Palestine cultural exchange, student trip participant
  • ºÙºÙÊÓƵ Coffee House, staff member
  • Activities and Recreation Center, workout enthusiast
  • Imani Legal Clinic, volunteer

How are you an explorer?

"My parents came to the United States as refugees, and I am the first generation in my family to pursue higher education. At ºÙºÙÊÓƵ, I feel challenged but not overwhelmed. I am confident in the academic support provided by the university, and I am able to diversify my skills and résumé."

Why ºÙºÙÊÓƵ?

"ºÙºÙÊÓƵ has a lot to offer. I'm doing more than just getting my bachelor's degree here - I'm having life-changing experiences. I immediately feel welcomed no matter where I am on campus. I have found a supportive community at the Center for African Diaspora Student Success, which provides a space for students to study and socialize."

"I found my ºÙºÙÊÓƵ community at the Center for African Diaspora Student Success, which provides a space for students to study and socialize. Academics at ºÙºÙÊÓƵ are challenging, but the university's support systems are helping me success, especially as the first generation in my family to pursue higher education."

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