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DeJuan James
Hammond, LA
Elementary Education, Grades 1-5
"My name is DeJuan James, aka DJ, from Hammond, Louisiana. I am a senior Elementary
Education major, and I am at Southeastern because the environment became a second
home for me. The people have been incredibly unique, supportive, and have helped mold
me into a better student and leader on campus.
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Jessica Nesom
Livington, LA
Middle School Education
"My name is Jessica Nesom and I am from the small town Livingston, Louisiana. I am
a senior here at Southeastern, majoring in Middle School Education with a focus in
Math and Science. While I did not initially plan on attending Southeastern, I am grateful
to have ended up here. I honestly could not imagine attending school anywhere else. I am passionate about my major and excited to encourage others to recognize the importance
of passionate educators."
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Makenzie Plaisance
Hammond, LA
Middle School Education
"My name is Makenzie Plaisance and I am from the beautiful town of Hammond, Louisiana.
I am a senior here at Southeastern and I am passionate about majoring in Middle School
Education with a focus in Science and Math. I have always had a strong interest in
science and, after working in a school for a year, I realized I also had a strong
interest in educating young people and helping them develop interests for themselves.
It is the greatest privilege to help cultivate a passion for learning in students
and I recognize and respect the honor it is to be an educator. "
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Buffy Baker
Bogalusa, LA
Elementary Education
"My name is Buffy Baker and I am a senior Elementary Education major from Bogalusa,
LA. I was a 2018 Orientation Leader, a member of Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority, I was a
mentor with the Lions Connected program, and I am currently student teaching! I am very passionate about being able to share Southeastern and the College of Education
with future Lions!"
Rayelin Hammond
Slidell, LA
Early Childhood Education
"My name is Rayelin Hammond and I am from Slidell, LA. I am a first semester Junior here
at Southeastern, majoring in Early Childhood Education. I came to Southeastern after
I attended a preview day and heard amazing experiences from ambassadors. Young children
are my passion and I am so excited to get to make a difference in their precious lives!
I have learned so much from Southeastern's amazing Education department and I am thrilled
to be sharing my experience with others!"
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Cherokee Collins
Killen, TX
Music Education
"My name is Cherokee Collins, and I am originally from Killen, Texas but moved to Hammond
in 2015. I am a junior here at Southeastern, majoring in Music Education but also
minoring in Biology. I came to Southeastern, not only for it being so close but for
the fact that there are more one-on-one connections with the professors and the family-like
feel. I am majoring in education because I want to encourage and inspire the future
generations, just like my past teachers have done for me, also I love music and want
to share my passion for it."
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Delaney Inabnet
St. Amant, LA
Early Childhood Education
"My name is Delaney Inabnet and I am from St.Amant, Louisiana. I am a Sophomore here
at Southeastern, majoring in Early Childhood Education. After graduation, I would
love to get my Masters Degree in Special Education with a concentration in Early Intervention.
I came to Southeastern because I heard how amazing the Education Department was and
both of my parents are both Alumni. I chose to become a teacher because of my brother
who has disabilities. Watching him grow up has inspired me to be the best version
of myself for my future students."
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Kathryn Leist
Zachary, LA
Elementary Education and Special Education
"My name is Kathryn Leist, but I go by Grace. I am from Zachary, Louisiana but Hammond, America is my second
home. I am a Junior and I am also minoring is Family Consumer Sciences. I am apart
of KDP and SCEC. I am a campus tour guide and also an Orientation Leader. I was a
barista for 3 years at PJ’s Coffee House and now I work at Homegoods. I love to watch
Criminal Minds and shop at Michaels and Homegoods. My favorite thing to do is hangout
with people that make me happy and have fun together. "
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Zarhiah Tember
Houma, LA
Early Childhood Education
“My name is Zarhiah Tember, and I am an Early Childhood Education major from Houma,
Louisiana. I am currently a member of The National Society of Leadership and Success,
Gamma Beta Phi Honor Society, Student Ambassador, and Secretary for Zeta Phi Beta
Sorority, Incorporated. In my free time, I enjoy reading, traveling, and crafting.
I’m attending Southeastern because it has one of the best education programs.”
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 Tiffany Ort
Denham Springs, LA
Early Childhood Education
“My name is Tiffany Ort and I am from Denham Springs, La. I am a senior majoring in
Early Childhood Education. I am a married, non-traditional student. I have a son,
a daughter, who is a Southeastern Alumni and currently a teacher, and a younger daughter,
who is currently attending Southeastern and will be graduating in May with me. I
am very grateful to have this opportunity to represent Southeastern’s College of Education
Department. I feel like I can give back to a program that is helping me become the
best teacher I can be. Lion Up!”
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Emma Beckers
Loranger, LA
Middle School Special Education
"My name is Emma Beckers, I am a 20-year-old Senior from Loranger, Louisiana. I am
currently majoring in Middle School Special Education grades 4-8 with a concentration
in Social Studies. I attended Southeastern because it has one of the best education
programs in the state and the education department faculty and staff and welcoming
and very helpful. Being in the teaching and learning department has helped me grow
as an individual to become a better student and peer."
Leslie Phillips
Baton Rouge, LA
Elementary Education
“My name is Leslie Phillips, and I am from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. I am a junior here
at Southeastern Louisiana University, majoring in Elementary Education (Grades 1-5),
and also pursuing an add-on certification in English as a Second Language. I am a
member of Kappa Delta Pi. I came to Southeastern because of its amazing education
program. Southeastern's College of Education program is one of the best teacher education programs in the state
of Louisiana. Since the age of five, I have always known I wanted to become a teacher
and I saw Southeastern Louisiana University fit to help me accomplish my career goal
in such a rewarding profession. I am genuinely passionate about my major, and would
like to encourage others who are passionate about the profession of education as well.”
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Daja Johnson
Slidell, LA
Early Childhood Education
“My name is DaJa Johnson and I am from Slidell, Louisiana. I am a sophomore at Southeastern, majoring in Early Childhood Education. I came to Southeastern because
it has the best education department in Louisiana. I have always known I wanted to
be a teacher and had a passion working with young children. Southeastern’s education
department felt like home as soon as I got here and continues to help me succeed.”
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