USER PERSONAS

Mary Kimani

AGE: 17

GENDER: FEMALE

ETHNICITY: KIKUYU

NATIONALITY: KENYA

Mary Kimani was born in Nairobi, and is the oldest of two. Her dad is doctor, and her mom is a communications liaison. Both her parents are active members of the school community. Mary is going into her final year of prep school and has plans to pursue higher education after graduation. Eventually she wants to follow in the footsteps of her father and practice medicine.

Mary is a determined student who is prideful of her academic accomplishments. She enrolled at this institution to help improve her collaborative skills, and to increase her likelihood of college acceptance.

Paul Mwangi

AGE: 14

GENDER: MALE

ETHNICITY: LUHYA

NATIONALITY: KENYA

Paul Mwangi comes from a family of farmers. He was born and raised in Nyathuna, Kenya, a rural farming town, just outside of Nairobi. Paul has five younger siblings, and a lot of responsibilities. His parents enrolled him in prep school in order to further his chances of getting a job in manufacturing.

Paul has struggled in the past with schooling, and relies on a one-on-one education style. Paul is used to being physically active, and has trouble remaining still for long periods of time. Paul is great at collaborating on projects, and participating in team building exercises.

Carter Abbott

AGE: 16

GENDER: MALE

ETHNICITY: WELSH

NATIONALITY: UK

Carter Abbott was born and raised in the United Kingdom. He is an only child, and both of his moms work in finance. Carter enrolled at this institution because he has a passion for philanthropy and wants to pursue a career in infrastructure development.

Carter is primarily an auditory learner, and relies on a lecture heavy class setting. He is looking to build connections that can take with him into his career. He wants to network locally, and immerse himself in the surrounding culture.

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