Jedidiah Koubiessi is a first-year student at Syracuse University, majoring in Information Management and Technology with a minor in Marketing. Proud to “be Orange,” she serves as a U100 Tour Guide, representing the university as a student ambassador.

Born and raised in Monrovia, Liberia, Jedidiah is the eldest of two children raised by her single mother, whose dedication and resilience have been a source of inspiration. Surrounded by strong, independent women, Jedidiah developed a passion for empowering girls to overcome societal limitations and achieve their full potential.

A gifted writer, Jedidiah uses poetry to address social issues, including writing her first poem during a rise in rape cases in Liberia. She also thrives in leadership, becoming the first female president of her high school and excelling academically, consistently placing at the top of her class. She was a second runner-up in Liberia’s National Spelling Bee (2021) and an ambassador for Write Liberia after winning its competition in 2020.

Jedidiah’s commitment to community service is evident in her initiatives. She volunteered with The Liberian Poet Society to teach grammar and poetry to elementary students and led a Take The Lead project that established the girls’ club “A Whole Girl” in rural Liberia. In 2023, she hosted her first Christmas party for orphans, a tradition she plans to continue annually. She has also interned at Ecobank Liberia and earned a Microsoft Office certification from Girls in Tech Liberia.

Beyond academics and service, Jedidiah enjoys cooking, exploring cultures, and working as a makeup artist. With her degree, she aspires to advance Liberia’s technological landscape and inspire young girls to dream beyond societal boundaries. Jedidiah’s ultimate goal is to become a beacon of hope for girls in her country, proving that anything is possible.