Massimiliano Saitta

University of Nebraska at Omaha

Massimiliano "Massi" Saitta, a sophomore double majoring in Interdisciplinary Studies and Social work with minors in Human Rights Studies and Spanish, is an outstanding campus and community leader who is fully committed to addressing barriers faced by marginalized communities. Massi is distinctly remarkable for his personal dedication to building his own leadership so he can impact policy and support community change. An active member of the campus and external community, he serves as a Program Manager for the Maverick Food Pantry, mentor for other first generation students, and an intern for a local organization supporting youth literacy.

Joanne Li
Chancellor
University of Nebraska at Omaha

Personal Statement

I grew up in South Omaha, specifically a Hispanic neighborhood below the poverty line, called the “barrio.” Living in the “barrio,” I witnessed the long-lasting impacts of houselessness, police negligence, and intersectional discrimination of my identities. These experiences amplified my passion for serving the underrepresented and oppressed. Pursuing a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies and Social Work, with a double minor in Human Right Studies and Spanish will strengthen my ability to grow as an individual and leader by teaching others, providing resources, advocating for the oppressed, and serving and supporting historically disadvantaged communities. With my education, I hope to make changes in policy that directly impact marginalized communities. My role as a Program Manager in the Collaborative provides me with opportunities to collaborate with peers, serve nonprofits that contribute to the advancement of the Omaha community, and give back to UNO by assisting with the Maverick Food Pantry. I’ve gained insight into how I want to continue addressing social issues through my life experiences, higher education, and employment as well as my determination and ambition to be a modern face in change for the future wellbeing of others. Through the Newman Civic Fellowship, I plan to do so. 

Massimiliano Saitta
Interdisciplinary Studies and Social work, double minor in Human Right Studies and Spanish: Class of May 2024
written 2022

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Amogh Bandekar, UNC Charlotte Karen De La Rosa De Alejandro, Universidad de Monterrey Jeromy Hunt, Jr., University of Central Arkansas Isabeau Tyndall, University of Central Florida Samantha Gove, University of Connecticut Lauren Bower, University of Dayton Ryan DeRosa, University of Delaware Kayla Mazariego, University of Houston-Downtown Kotomi Yokokura, University of Kentucky Drake Ingram, University of La Verne Katharine McDaid, University of Mary Washington Zoi Burns, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Fabrizio Darby, University of Miami Ben Leavitt, University of Michigan Sydney Drennen, University of Missouri-St. Louis Sophia Rodriquez, University of Montana Massimiliano Saitta, University of Nebraska at Omaha Kate Mathews, University of New Hampshire Grey Nebel, University of North Georgia Nixson Benitez, University of Northern Iowa Jessica Ford, University of Pennsylvania Nina Mennies, University of Pittsburgh Penny Hu, University of Richmond Shayla Rodriguez, University of San Diego Aaron Fontan, University of San Francisco Richard Bennett, University of South Carolina Beaufort Angela Maloney, University of Wisconsin-Madison Tess Dimler, University of Wisconsin-Parkside Zea Miller, UW Green Bay
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