• University Place, Washington
• Curtis Senior High School

I am Jala Ward, I am from Washington, and I am currently enrolled at Colorado State University. I am studying Sociology with a concentration in Criminology & Criminal Justice, with an additional minor in Legal Studies. Activism and advocacy are significant passions of mine and I am very grateful for the opportunity to share my story, hopefully, to inspire others!

Scholarships Awarded in 2021: NSHSS Activism and Advocacy Scholarship

The NSHSS Activism and Advocacy Scholarship honors those high school and college students who a passion for bringing about social, political, and/or civil change in their communities.