Birhti Abraham

Sullivan High School - Class of 2008

Born in Ethiopia, Birhti Abraham left her native country 3 years ago when civil war broke out. At first, the transition to America was difficult, but she has made great strides in short time. Today Birhti ranks in the top 10% of her class and is a part of the Medical Careers Academy, a selective program that challenge students with a rigorous math and science curriculum. In the future she hopes to become a surgeon so she can join the UN and help people around the world.