Jakahi Freeman
Year: Sophmore
Major: Media Advertising
Hometown: Indianapolis, Indiana
5 Questions with Jakahi
What activities on and off campus are you involved with?
"On campus, I work for the 21st Century Scholars program and aim to connect and provide a friendly voice to my fellow students through our newsletter. Outside of school and work, I spend most of my time off campus enjoying Bloomington with my friends."
How has being a 21st Century Scholar impacted your college experience?
"Being a 21st Century Scholar has been a catalyst for my success in so many ways. With the program’s financial support, academic support, and dedicated network of students and staff, I feel secure and confident in my ability to succeed. "
What do you hope to gain from your EARN Indiana internship with the 21st Century Scholars Program?
"I believe in the 21st Century Scholars program and want to use this opportunity not only for my own professional development but also to help students reach their goals and encourage them to utilize the program’s support and resources"
What would you like to do after you graduate?
"After I graduate, I want to be in the media space, hopefully advertising. I am currently working towards being a copywriter or working in production, but there are many different paths available in the media industry. As I continue to develop professionally, I know there will be a place for me"
What is a fun fact about you?
"I listened to 100,000 minutes of music in 2023."