Kayla Marie Jones

We are deeply saddened by the news of Ms. Kayla Marie Jones passing. Kayla Marie was a graduate of our ToxMSDT program, 2nd cohort and a graduate from Tuskegee University. She passed away suddenly in a single car accident on October 25, 2020. 
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There have been many comments and tributes shared regarding the life of Kayla Marie Jones.  Kayla Marie's life is a shining example of how to make the most of the time we have on this earth.  As we mourn the loss of our young scholar, leader, role model, and friend, we are asking that you support the family with a donation as they prepare the final service arrangements.  All donations will be sent to the family to help with this unexpected tragedy.  

In Memory of Kayla Marie Jones

About me (in Kayla Marie's words)

I am Kayla-Marie Jones, an animal science major attending Tuskegee University and I grew - up in Hayward, California. My interest in animal science started when I was of the age 8 I would babysit and give aid to pets. That’s when I decided to tell everyone I wanted to be a “vegetarian,” but I meant a veterinarian. Thus, the reason I was excited to hear about the ToxMSDT program. I’m hoping to add my diverse skills to the program as well as implement it as a holistic veterinarian.
My background includes research as an undergraduate in nutrition, cancer biology, renewable energy and marine biology research. Furthermore, I placed 3rd at the Professional Agriculture Workers Conference, I placed 2nd at the Joint Annual Research Symposium, and earlier this year I placed 1st at the Joint Annual Research Symposium. Being a winner and a leader in various organizations on and off campus and serving on a few e-boards has inspired me to explore all aspects of my major. Overall, I thank God for the opportunity to progress within the ToxMSDT program.

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