Five Star Women of Color, Inc

KESHAUNIA WHITE

Keshaunia is a Virginia Beach native and a dedicated federal worker with a proven track record of excellence in public service. Enrolled at Western Governors University, she is pursuing her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, reflecting her commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Preparing to embark on an exciting new chapter as she joins the United States Air Force this spring, Keshaunia is deeply committed to personal growth, leadership, and making a meaningful impact in her community.

With a background in pageantry, Keshaunia has honed her poise, confidence, and passion for empowering women. As a proud member of the 5 Star Women of Color organization, she is dedicated to fostering a sense of empowerment and sisterhood.

Keshaunia’s journey is a testament to her unwavering dedication to service, personal growth and unity. She looks forward to using her experiences to inspire and lead in every arena she enters.

Tara Williams

Tara Williams is a dedicated professional and proud mother of her nine-year-old daughter, Khloe. She holds a BSN in Nursing from NC A&T State University, an MS in Health Science with a concentration in administration from Towson University, and a Graduate Certificate in School Administration from Liberty University.

With a career that bridges nursing and secondary education, Tara is committed to nurturing future healthcare professionals.

She actively participates in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., the Maryland Nurses Association, and the National Association of Secondary School Principals.

Deanna V. Ikhinmwin

Deanna is a mother of two and a wife of over 35 years, who resides in Baltimore, Maryland. She has dedicated fifty (50) years to providing exceptional leadership at various colleges and universities across the United States. She has held numerous faculty and administrative positions. As the Director of Community Service at Morgan State University for the last thirty (30) years, Mrs. Ikhinmwin has systematically identified the needs and interests of the surrounding community. This has resulted in the creation of over fifteen (15) innovative tutoring, mentoring, and cultural programs for youth in the metropolitan Baltimore City area, attending elementary, middle, and high schools.

Her ability to effectively articulate the mission and vision of the different programs created by the Office of Community Service is evident in the proposals she presented to private, non-profit, and government agencies. As a result of these proposals addressing a variety of problems faced by at-risk youth, Mrs. Ikhinmwin has received funding from ten (10) city, state, and private organizations.

Ms. Ikhinmwin has also served on the boards of various civic and charitable organizations, participated as a keynote speaker in various forums, and received numerous recognitions for her contributions to civic causes and humanity.

Following her graduation with a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Master of Arts degree from Howard University in Washington D.C., Mrs. Ikhinmwin invested considerable time and energy in creating innovative, educational, social, cultural, and environmental activities. These initiatives have contributed to the growth and development of university students, faculty, staff, and the community. Notably, she has successfully combined university student skills, interests, and abilities to address the problems of juvenile delinquent at-risk adolescents, youth in foster care, and young adults in need of remedial education.

Ms. Ikhinmwin firmly believes that providing substantial opportunities for youth to realize their academic potential, engage in outstanding leadership activities, and interact with successful achievers will enable them to make important contributions to society.

Maliyah

Maliyah is currently a junior attending New Town High School in Owings Mills, MD. 

Asia

Asia is currently a junior attending New Town High School in Owings Mills, MD.