Make time to plan, create a schedule, and never procrastinate.  The formula that has enabled our 1st COVID-19 Relief Grant winner, Nushrat Esha, to juggle her demanding academic coursework, volunteer commitments and her part-time job.

Nushrat will graduate from Alhambra High in Southern California in June where she has earned a 4.33 weighted GPA.  One of her proudest moments was winning 1st place in a MESA competition where she created and led a team to create an artificial limb capable of stacking cups.  The competition took place on the USC campus where they competed with over 10 other teams. 

She is currently enrolled in 3 AP classes and has taken 7 AP classes overall having passed all her AP tests.  In addition, she has spent the last four years taking part in the Speech and Debate team where she has placed in competitions and honed her public speaking skills.

When it comes to volunteering, Nushrat has taken on many roles. She has worked at a food bank, supported the local Pumpkin Run, and assisted at other community events. In addition, she volunteered at Los Angeles County Hospital.

She especially valued interacting with patients and visitors at the hospital. Knowing she could brighten someone’s day meant a great deal to her. Through conversations and small acts of kindness, she helped ease anxiety for patients and their families and created a calmer environment.

As a first-generation immigrant, she has overcome many obstacles. She does not take her opportunities for granted.

Her perseverance and clear goals will lead her to University of California, Los Angeles this fall. She plans to study biology or neuroscience. She hopes to become a doctor.

Check out Nushrat’s video to learn more about her and her journey.

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Congratulations Nushrat – best wishes as you pursue your passions!