Our Stories

Dell Scholars’ stories highlight the lasting impact of opportunity, showing how support leads to success.

Choosing Service Through Law

Zarina is on track to become a judge advocate general in the United States Air Force, a path she chose after an internship in military legal service reshaped her career direction.

Zarina’s Story
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Zarina

Spelman College,
Class of 2022

Turning a Family Legacy into a Career in Construction

Saul, a first-generation college student, built on his family’s experience in construction to launch his own career, earning a degree in construction science and becoming a project engineer.

Saul’s Story
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Saul

Texas A&M University,
Class of 2025

A Journey from Foster Care to the Kansas Legislature

Driven by a desire to represent her community authentically and lay the groundwork for future generations, Angel overcame childhood adversity to become a Kansas state representative.

Angel’s Story

Angel

Kansas State University,
Class of 2024

Building Community for Service Leadership

From a high school internship with the mayor’s office to serving as student body president of her college, Makaila has had a single-minded focus on public service from the start.

Makaila’s Story

Makaila

Franklin & Marshall College,
Class of 2022