"Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope." -Maya Angelou
Dre Mukum
Graduate Student Assistant
Junior (Dre) Tenyi Mukum, a native of Cameroon and fluent in multiple languages including French, English, Turkish, and currently learning Spanish and Italian. He earned his undergraduate degree in International Relations from Eastern Mediterranean University in Cyprus and is now pursuing a Master's degree in Public Administration at Chico State University. Passionate about working with NGOs and potentially contributing to government regulatory services, Junior's ultimate aspiration is to positively impact communities, particularly children. His strong belief in the power of perseverance and determination is encapsulated in his motto, "I can definitely do everything and anything that I set my mind to." In his leisure time, Junior enjoys the soothing effects of music and walking, which help him rejuvenate and refocus. He is also an avid gym enthusiast, valuing physical fitness as part of his holistic approach to well-being. Junior's natural curiosity and enthusiasm light his path forward, as he seeks to leave a lasting, positive impact wherever he goes.