2026 Summer Class
Meet some of our Graduates
ATTENDING SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY
LIDYA MILIKIT
Hello! I’m Lidya, a nursing major at San Jose State University with a strong commitment to both my studies and my future in healthcare.
When I’m not focused on my coursework, I love spending time with friends and family, valuing those connections deeply. I also love to travel and hopefully will travel to many more places in the near future.
My Ethiopian heritage is a significant part of who I am, and I proudly embrace and celebrate my cultural roots in every aspect of my life.
ATTENDING UC IRVINE
BISHOP VICTORY
Hello! My name is Bishop Victory and I am a first-year student at the University of California, Irvine and I am working to achieve a bachelor's degree in Software Engineering. I am an 18 year-old African and Chinese-American from the Bay Area with a passion for business and computer science.
In my free time, I enjoy creating art and learning new skills to add to my repertoire. I also love working with technology and am eager to learn more about the ins and outs of the corporate world.
In the future, I hope to land a secure job in the tech industry where I can spend my time doing what I love most and working to improve society.
ATTENDING SACRAMENTO STATE UNIVERSITY
JORDAN SNOWDEN
My name is Jordan Snowden and I attend Sacramento State University in Sacramento, Ca. I am a defensive end on the football team and I am majoring in mechanical engineering.
My hometown is Benicia, Ca. I graduated from Benicia High school in June of 2024.
In my spare time I enjoy reading, swimming and spending time with my family sometimes traveling. My church is Mount Calvary Baptist in Fairfield, Ca. I enjoy studying my bible and being involved with my church and youth group.
I have been a member of Greater Vallejo Jack and Jill for 15 years and upon graduation from High school graduated from the program as well and I am now an alumni.
ATTENDING CSU CHANNEL ISLANDS
TOSJZARRE FORREST
I am a Berkeley High School graduate , Tosjzarre Forrest. I attended the Love Life Foundation program in the summer of my senior year. The program really helped me get a realistic idea of my next steps and college as a whole. The guest speakers were all very knowledgeable and made me realize the difference between the worlds of high school and college.
I now attend California State University Channel Islands, where I’m majoring in health science with the end goal of becoming a doctor in a specialist field. The program helped me feel ready and comfortable to get through the years of school to come and achieve my goals. I am really thankful for Mr. and Mrs. Lacy for being there for other kids and me in the community and allowing us to be and continue to be in such a wonderful program.
ATTENDING CSU CHICO
ENRIQUE DUNCAN
My name is Erique Duncan, I am 18 and currently am going to CSU Chico to pursue my degrees within the field of electrical engineering.
ATTENDING UC IRVINE
BISHOP VICTORY
Hello! My name is Bishop Victory and I am a first-year student at the University of California, Irvine and I am working to achieve a bachelor's degree in Software Engineering. I am an 18 year-old African and Chinese-American from the Bay Area with a passion for business and computer science.
In my free time, I enjoy creating art and learning new skills to add to my repertoire. I also love working with technology and am eager to learn more about the ins and outs of the corporate world.
In the future, I hope to land a secure job in the tech industry where I can spend my time doing what I love most and working to improve society.
ATTENDING UC MERCED
JAZZMYN BROOKS
Hello! My name is Jazzmyn Brooks and I am a first-year student at the University of California, Merced, majoring in Human Biology. I’m an African American student from California with a strong passion for women's health and a long-term goal of becoming an OB/GYN.
In my free time, I enjoy painting, running, and improv acting creative outlets that keep me balanced and inspired. I’m also a co-founder of the Blacks in Medicine Club at UC Merced, where I help build community and support for students pursuing careers in healthcare.
In the future, I hope to become a trusted voice for Black and Brown mothers in the medical field, using my education, experiences, and passion to provide compassionate care and make a lasting impact.