The Do Good Institute team includes passionate, driven, and exceptional student leaders at the undergraduate and graduate level. These students are integral in the development and growth of our hands-on and student-support focused programs; they support key administrative and business-focused functions; they lead and publish communications and marketing efforts; and so much more.
We couldn't do all we do without their dedication and commitment.
Meet Our Student Leaders
Do Good Intern
In his role, he provides administrative support to the Institute’s faculty and staff and supports projects.
Questions or want to get in touch? Email dogood@umd.edu or connect on LinkedIn.
Yedidya Brackins is a third-year transfer student majoring in Information Science. He is passionate about using his education to work in underdeveloped and underrepresented areas of the world to solve day-to-day obstacles using technology. In his free time, he enjoys watching soccer, Formula One, and The Office. He also enjoys being outside, whether playing soccer or basketball or having a picnic.
Communications Intern
In her role, she supports the communications team as they drive awareness, participation and recognition of the Institute and its programs, both on and off campus.
Questions or want to get in touch? Email dogoodcomms@umd.edu, or connect on LinkedIn.
Emilie is a senior double majoring in graphic design and English, minoring in technology entrepreneurship and corporate innovation. She transferred from community college, deciding to come to the University of Maryland to continue her education with the Southern Management Leadership Program. She is passionate about making the world a better place and loves to volunteer with local nonprofit organizations.
In her free time, she enjoys reading, crafting, and writing poetry and short stories.
Do Good Intern
In her role, she provides administrative support to the Institute’s faculty and staff and supports projects.
Questions or want to get in touch? Email dogood@umd.edu.
Izabella Nakov is currently a senior majoring in Animal Science. She is in the pre-professional track studying to become a Veterinarian in the future. She transferred from Montgomery College to continue her studies in animal science. Izabella is excited to join the Do Good family and learn more ways to help and empower those in need.
Communications Intern
Digital Intern at the Do Good Institute, supporting the communications team in
executing strategic communications and marketing tasks.
Questions or want to get in touch? Email dogoodcomms@umd.edu, or connect on LinkedIn.
I am currently pursuing a degree in Public Policy with an expected graduation date of May 2028. I want to use my degree to further my knowledge on how to use both leadership and legislation to continue to create positive change as a future elected representative.
As a student passionate about creating change, my past experiences reflect my drive to pursue leadership roles to improve my community. My notable past positions include being the Student Member of the Montgomery County Board of Education, where I successfully wrote and passed policies enhancing school safety, improved student communication, and supported better school lunches. Prior to that, I had served as a Youth Commissioner for Montgomery County, the student body president for my high school, and a debate team champion for my high school debate team.
Communications Intern
His role serves the communications team by executing strategic communications and marketing tasks from video production and content creation to story development and creative direction.
Questions or want to get in touch? Email dogoodcomms@umd.edu, or connect on LinkedIn.
Jakob Sandberg is a video intern with the Do Good Institute where he supports the communications team through video editing, filming, production, and creativity. Jakob is involved in many organizations on campus, including the CIVICUS Living and Learning Program where he engages with community organizations fighting food insecurity in the D.C. region. In 2023, he served as the Creative Marketing Consultant for Repuporse Farm Plastic, a former Do Good Challenge finalist. Jakob is currently pursuing a double major in Communication and Media Entrepreneurship with interests in film, media production, and community impact. He loves meeting new people and making a positive impact with his work.
Do Good Intern
In her role, Cece provides administrative support to the Institute’s faculty and staff and supports projects.
Questions or want to get in touch? Email dogood@umd.edu.
Cyrilia (Cece) Williams is a third-year transfer student intending to major in public health, with plans to enter the nursing field. She is passionate about using her career and the skills she’s developing to “help those who can’t help themselves” and make the world a better place. In her free time, Cece enjoys DIY projects, working out, hosting gatherings with friends and family, listening to podcasts, and learning about different cultures and languages around the world.