Ali named Student of the Month

Ali is a junior from Las Vegas who is majoring in psychology with a minor in business information systems.

“I am interested in understanding why and how people feel and do the things they do,” Ali said.

When not in class, Ali enjoys spending time outdoors, baking, exploring fashion, and participating in adventures.

Ali is a member of the football team and attends CSC on a scholarship. He is also involved in Project Strive/TRiO, Art Guild, Emerging Eagles, and the International Club, and is vice president of the Social Work and Psychology Club (SWAP).

Jennifer Schaer, Director of Project Strive, said Ali is an outstanding student and leader.

“He will jump at any and all opportunities to volunteer in the classroom and in the community. Omar attends Project Strive events and encourages others to attend events with him. He looks for ways to better himself and those around him. Mr. Ali is going to go a long way in life, and I am glad that Project Strive has been a part of his journey,” Schaer said.

While attending CSC, Ali said he has enjoyed taking Intro to Graphic Design, Decision Support for Managers, and Industrial Organizational Psychology classes.

Professor and Art Department Chair Mary Donahue said she enjoyed working with Ali in Intro to Graphic Design.

“He was engaged in the class, interested in discussing ideas, and his design projects were highly creative. He always went above and beyond with his assignments and showed himself to be a dedicated student and quiet leader by setting an excellent example for other students,” Donahue said.

Ali said he is invested in the areas of study he is pursuing because human interaction is the gateway to all pathways, making both psychology and business important aspects of society.

Ali is considering attending graduate school for psychology or pursuing a career in marketing after graduation from CSC.

Chadron State College’s Project Strive/TRiO program, located in the lower level of the King Library, is an academic enrichment program committed to help students succeed. Project Strive also focuses on career exploration, cultural and social enrichment, and self-awareness. To be eligible for the program, a student must be one of the following: A first-generation student where neither parent has a four-year degree, meet low-income status based on U.S. Department of Health and Human Services criteria, or have a documented disability. For more information, visit https://www.csc.edu/projectstrive/.