Hailah Sessions

Hailah Sessions

Biography

Hailah Sessions is a first-year Honors Chemical Engineering student at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, originally from Charlotte, North Carolina. As a participant in a competitive summer research internship at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, she is expanding her foundation in chemical engineering through hands-on research and interdisciplinary collaboration. Hailah’s academic interests are rooted in chemical processes, sustainability, and the application of engineering principles to real-world challenges.

Prior to her undergraduate studies, Hailah gained clinical exposure as a MeckPathways Intern with the Mecklenburg County Health Department, where she assisted in preparing treatment rooms, observed sterilization protocols, and supported specimen transport for laboratory analysis. These experiences sparked her interest in the intersection of engineering and healthcare systems. On campus, she is actively involved in leadership and service initiatives, including the Honors Student Advisory Board, and has contributed over 250 hours to community service through food banks, mentorship programs, and nonprofit organizations.

Passionate about advancing equity in healthcare, Hailah is committed to developing innovative chemical engineering solutions that improve the quality of life for minority communities. Her long-term goals include pursuing a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering followed by a Doctorate in Public Health, where she aims to address systemic health disparities through research, policy, and technology.