Kailon Jackson is a Senior Computer Science major at Spelman College with an interest in UX Design, Marketing, and research focused on animals and the disparities affecting black women. As a current Bonner Scholar, Kailon has contributed over 300 hours to community service programs, including creating her capstone project, the Girls Leadership Institute, a program designed to introduce young girls to STEAM.
In addition to her academic pursuits, Kailon is an active member of several programs at Spelman College, including LINCS, WiSTEM, and the Upsilon Pi Epsilon Honor Society. She also takes part in campus life as a member of the “Sweet” Mu Pi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, and is part of the Spring 2023 class of the Women of Excellence in Leadership (WELS) program. Furthermore, Kailon has served as the Victoria's Secret PINK Campus Representative for two years.
Kailon is also the founder of Kailon's Acts of Kindness (KAOK), a volunteer organization committed to supporting non-profit organizations by providing volunteering and fundraising activities/services.
Through her efforts, Kailon has demonstrated a strong commitment to giving back to her community. Driven by her passion for computer science, Kailon firmly believes that technology can help make the world a better place. Her ultimate goal is to make innovative contributions through technology that can improve human lives and propel us into the next century.
“LINCS Scholars are two-year cohorts of women scientists at Spelman College, who aspire to become leaders in STEM. These students contribute dynamic science and diverse perspective to a growing field. Typically, most of our LINCS Scholars reside in Laura Spelman Residence Hall, a social justice dorm on Spelman’s campus."