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==Bio==
Brianna is a 2021 graduate of Prairie View A&M University, where she majored in Agriculture. She originally grew up in Fort Worth, TX, where she attended school and embarked on her journey as a role model. Throughout her upbringing, Brianna developed a passion for agriculture, raising livestock, competing in stock shows, enjoying friends and volunteering at veterinary clinics. Her experiences fueled She started her aspiration education at a community college where she began to become grow into her purpose. At the time, Brianna thought that becoming a Research Veterinarianwas her path, but little did she know she was geared for greater. During a rough start at her community college, she developed and began to embody a motto called, 'Triple G's' which stands for 'Grow in every way, Grind Daily, then Glow for eternity'. This motto served as a guiding principle during challenging times and became a source of inspiration for herself. Slowly she used it to mentor, inspire, and remind not only herself but others to constantly improve and protect every aspect of their life.
During Brianna then went on to pursue her academic journeyeducation at Prairie View A&M University. She continued to advocate for others in various roles. She served as the Fundraising Chairman for the 'Pre-Veterinarian Club', a mentor for 'Leading Innovation Venture Entrepreneurship' and 'Sister's Improving Sisterhood', Brianna embraced a motto called change agent for the "Triple G'sStanford University Innovation Fellowship Program'," which represents her philosophy: "Grow a brand ambassador for ' Black Ladies in every way, Grind DailyPublic Health', then Glow for eternity." This motto served as a guiding principle during challenging times and became a source of inspiration tutor for herself and her peersmultiple courses. Brianna's commitment Through these engagements, she paved the way for other students to mentoring others has been instrumental enhance not only the campus environment but also find purpose in her personal growth and that of her fellow studentstheir own lives.
At Prairie View A&M UniversityOver the course of her undergraduate experience, Brianna continued slowly evolved into an astoundingly self-driven and empathic individual. Her experiences and a vision focused on research and comparative medicine fueled her aspiration to advocate for others in various rolesbecome a Research Veterinarian. She served as the Fundraising Chairman for the "Pre-Veterinarian Clubfelt that she could create innovative solutions to common health issues i.e.," a mentor for "Leading Innovation Venture Entrepreneurship - LIVE" and "Sister's Improving Sisterhoodkidney disease," a change agent for the "Stanford University Innovation Fellowship Programinfectious diseases," and a tutor for multiple coursesheart disease. Through these engagementsShe believed that observation, inspiration, she paved the way for other students to enhance not only and determination formed the campus environment but also find purpose in their own livesfoundation of her success.
Upon Post-graduation, Brianna made the decision to take with a year off from college and explore B.S. in Agriculture, her next path in vision of pursuing veterinary medicine shifted towards public health, specifically epidemiology. She began working towards transitioning into clinical researchby completing a internship with PharmOrganix, deviating and transitioning employment from veterinary medicinea Senior Supervisor at VIP Petcare to a Parasitology Technician at Antech Diagnostics. During In this timenewfound role she contributed to monitoring animal health trends analyzing research samples. Currently, she completed is involved in an internship as with Xplosion Technology, educating minority youth about diabetes monitoring, conduct thorough research to identify potential grants, scholarships, angel investors and accelerators that are suitable for Xplosion's goals, and creating effective solutions. Inspired by innovative medical advancements and her background in agricultural science, she sought to make a Veterinary Research Representative at Pharmoganixmeaningful impact in her community.  Although she faced redirection she continued to believe in continual growth and actively seeking innovative approaches to address challenges in the world. RecentlyAs a purpose-driven individual, she has strived to maintain her education, mentor others, and lead campus-wide initiatives. Often times she doubts the success of her path while helping others grow in strength but one day she gained experience will be as strong as the ones she has touched.  Brianna is currently working towards achieving her master's in public health, managing a Parasitology Technician and worked full-time position as a Research parasitology technician, and Accelerator Coordinator internsettling into being a mentor to the next upcoming fellows in the Standford University Innovation Fellowship program. Despite her shift in focusIn addition, Brianna maintained maintains her passion for mentorship, creativity, and innovation. She initiated by conducting a monthly newsletter called "Connections Chronicle" on her social media platforms. This newsletter serves as a platform to share her journey's triumphs and setbacks, promoting mental health wellness and providing insights into navigating life's challenges. She continues to step outside the box and advocate for others to do the same.
==Achievements==
* 2012: Member of Future Farmer of America* 2016: 2nd place - Greenhand Quiz * 2016: 1,000 Future Farmers of America Scholarship* 2016: 1st place - Livestock Showmanship* 2018: Member of Pre-Veterinarian Medicine Club* 2019-2021: Pre-Veterinarian Medicine Club Fundraiser Chairman* 2018: Spring Semester Tarrant County College Deans List* 2019-2021: Leading Innovation Venture Entrepreneurship Member* 2020-2021: Mentor for Sisters Improving Sisterhood* 2021: Graduated PVAMU * 2023: Leading Parasitology Aided
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