Kiana Porter

NLCP Class of 2015

Lake Forest College; BA, Aurora University; MS

Kiana shares that receiving a Masters in Social Work has empowered her to a difference in people’s lives. “In addition to being a clinical therapist at a private practice, I also work with young parents– helping to ensure their basic needs are met, but also helping them with healthy bonding with their babies and understanding child development.” 


Kiana has offered to mentor future Pact Scholars who might be thinking of a career in social work, but says that exploring a variety of subjects in college is crucial. “My college experience as an undergrad and in graduate school helped me to learn about myself, my own interests, and helped me to learn about others and their cultures, as well. I have made many connections that have opened doors for me, and I have become a more well-rounded person.”