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Student Advisory Board
The Student Advisory Board is made up of promising COSLI alumni from around the state of Colorado who show passion and interest in civic responsibility.
Ziba Ahamad
Lauren Angelo
Annika Aumentado
Josiah Bardgett
Monroe Castle
Wren Capra
Kylah Dierks
Ranye Ezenekwe
Duke Fitzgerald
Alyson Font
Hope Han
Kenia Hansen-Guzman
Deajane Jackson-Morgan
Aarnav Jain
Thomas Katsorzas
Nahia Kelley
JP Kerrane
Sarah Mohamed Ali
Siddarth Nareddy
Anjana Radha
Jude Ropp
Amrita Saini
Dhruv Shajikumar
Mark Thompson
Vanessa Tao
Emory Vasquez
Alex Zou
What They Have to Say…
Sheila Ta, Class of 2019
“Looking back at this program, I really miss it. I’m so glad I was able to be a part of it. I am writing about it in my college essays. This program is something I’ll never forget because it's the first time I truly felt like I could embrace my roots and thrive with the amount of love that everyone had given me. I think back to all the amazing people I met and how each person in their own way is going to make a contribution to society. I just want to say thank you again, this program is something that no one else can offer."
Edith Huizar, Class of 2017
“I am thrilled to let you know that I am a finalist for the Questbridge National College Match! If it hadn’t been for COSLI, I might not have had the courage to apply for Questbridge in the first place. COSLI also inspired me to become part of the Mental Health Youth Action Board at Children’s Hospital Colorado! I am really excited to see what the future has in store for me… COSLI truly has a positive impact on my life.”
Jessica Kern, Class of 2016
"The most significant experience of my high school education was attending Colorado Student Leaders Institute."
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Vanessa Tao, Class of 2022
After COSLI, I have a completely new outlook on my life, the world, and the part I play in both. COSLI has genuinely changed me for the better and I appreciate all the hard work you and Kayla put into it. I'm grateful that you, the alumni, legislators, and the board continue to fight for COSLI and I can't wait to contribute to this in the future.
Ge’Swan Swanson, Class of 2016
“The Institute is an amazing program that I am incredibly grateful to be a part of. I've been given an extraordinary opportunity to work with others who share the same tremendous passion towards education, and want to strive to achieve their goals. There's such an amazing atmosphere full of love and encouragement created by COSLI. It's truly an honor to be given this one in a life time opportunity to be apart of this life changing program."
Emree Lamb, Class of 2022
COSLI was by far one of the best experiences I've had in my life, and it's changed me so much. I think I might have been hopeless. Then I came to COSLI, and not only did I learn that I love having conversations about politics (when they are respectful), but also that I can create change. I have become more independent, strong, and I have found my voice. I am so excited to go into the world and make a difference, and it is all thanks to you and your program.
Sara Taketatsu, Class of 2015
“Trying to remember facts from a textbook is fine, but if you would rather learn by memorable experience, become a part of COSLI. Here you'll not only learn about subjects that interest you, but also about people, friendship, and what college is all about.”