BASE Graduate Assistant 

Addi Joof

Hailing from The Gambia, I bring a diverse and global perspective shaped by over a decade of experience in finance, economics, and humanitarian work. I am a Chartered Accountant, Aspiring Economist, Grants and Finance Specialist, and International Humanitarian advocate, with a career that also includes time as a Banker,Financial Management Consultant, and an accounting Trainer & Lecturer. Currently, I’m a second-year Master’s student in International Development and Economics (IDEC) at the University of San Francisco.

My passion lies at the intersection of economic justice, international development, and financial empowerment particularly in underserved and marginalized communities. With my background in both the private and nonprofit sectors across various countries, I aim to use this knowledge to support systems that foster sustainable growth, equity, and opportunity.

 

 

BASE Student Interns 

 

Daisha Bolden '28 

 

Hey everyone! My name is Daisha Bolden, and I am currently a second-year Public Health major from Inglewood, California. Growing up in Los Angeles, I’ve witnessed the health disparities that impact underserved communities especially in communities of color which has fueled my passion for public health and health equity.

My goal is to advocate for better access, and representation in health spaces that have historically overlooked marginalized groups. I’m especially passionate about uplifting the voices of the Black community here at USF and working toward systems that value wellness.

 

 

Journey Artis '28

Hi Dons! My name is Journey Artis, and I’m from Lancaster in Los Angeles County, California. I’m currently majoring in Psychology with double minors in Legal Studies and Public Policy. My passions lie at the intersection of politics, advocacy, and public policy, especially when it comes to uplifting underserved and marginalized communities.

As someone on the path to becoming an attorney, my focus is on challenging and changing unjust systems in areas like healthcare, education, and employment. I bring experience in nonprofit and youth work, and I plan to use that background to make a tangible impact in the communities I serve.

 

 

Penelope Stark-Sully '28 

Hi everyone! My name is Penelope Stark-Sully and I am from Clearlake, California. I am currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Communications Studies with a minor in Media Studies. My area of interest and passion lies in the growing media injustices surrounding minority groups. The media coverage and discourse of marginalized groups, like African Americans, is a controversial and unjust topic that requires more attention and action.

I aim to serve the black USF community by adding to the welcoming environment for all black students. Displaying equal opportunities for everyone by promoting the safe space the program offers and advocating more for the organization's goals.

 

Sierah Coleman-Estell '28

Hi Everyone! My name is Sierah Coleman-Estell, and I am from Las Vegas, Nevada. I am currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience with a minor in Psychology. I want to work in healthcare, specifically with pediatric neurology patients. A passion of mine is advocating for patients in medical spaces, especially Black patients who often face medical discrimination. Although it is starting to be studied more frequently, medical racism has existed for centuries and is fatal.

I want to be a part of the voices that help change that. I plan to serve the black USF community by helping to create a more welcoming environment for black students and helping find more career growth opportunities for Black STEM majors such as myself.