Grace Vera
(she/her) Mentee
Grace is a senior in high school from South Florida. She loves speaking to new people and wants to pursue a career in journalism, especially in the Northeast. Writing has become a way for her to think creatively and tell stories about people and remembers making picture books and even attempting a novel when she was little. Her favorite movie is "Ten Things I Hate About You," and one of her favorite artists is Fleetwood Mac. She values interesting conversations with friends and family and is always up to learning more about the world.
Favorite Authors & Artists
Amanda Gorman, Jane Austen, Lindsay Vrckovnik
Artist‘s Statement
This year, my mind grew, allowing me to open up my world and believe in the infinite possibilities ahead of me. While most of my work focused on college applications and career networking, I learned so much about who I am and what I am capable of.