Elijah Walker
Elijah
Elijah Walker
2024 AfroLatinidades Fellow
Elijah A. Walker brings a wealth of diverse experiences and insights to every endeavor. He is currently enrolled at Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia. He has consistently demonstrated a commitment to academic excellence, cultural understanding, and community engagement. Elijah served as a Student Representative at Morehouse College, where he was on the search committee for a tenure-track professor of Victorian Literature.
Through this experience, he showcased his ability to collaborate effectively with peers and faculty members while advocating for the student body’s interests. Following his sophomore year at Morehouse, Elijah embarked on a transformative journey at Middlebury College. He was immersed in the Middlebury College Language Schools program, where he delved into the intricacies of the Spanish language. While at Middlebury, he led a thought-provoking roundtable discussion on the influence of images on collective memory and starred in the language school short film.
In addition to his academic pursuits, Elijah has actively engaged in global experiences that have broadened and enriched his understanding of diverse cultures. During the Morehouse Pan-African Global Experience in Belize, he conducted research on the major ethnic groups of Belize, examining how the country’s history shapes its society and government. This immersive experience allowed him to deepen his appreciation for cultural heritage and societal dynamics.
Further expanding his horizons, Elijah participated in the Transatlantic Outreach Program in Germany, where he gained valuable insights into the German school system, fostering a nuanced understanding of educational practices on a global scale. He seized this opportunity to integrate diverse perspectives into classroom settings, promoting cultural exchange and mutual understanding among students.
Undoubtedly, Elijah’s most impactful experiences have been his engagements with the Morehouse Pan-African Global Experience in Colombia. Through routine virtual exchanges and in-person interactions with Colombian students, he forged meaningful connections and facilitated cultural exchange initiatives. Later, he hosted students from Bogotá and Medellín at Morehouse College, where students shared insights into Black history and culture in the United States. Their interactions with Afro-Colombian students in Antioquia underscored a commitment to promoting diversity and inclusivity both at home and abroad.
In all his endeavors, Elijah A. Walker exemplifies a dedication to academic excellence, cultural diplomacy, and community leadership.
In his free time, Elijah enjoys reading, cooking, and traveling to new places.