Meet Temi Oshin, 20, who scored 1590 on SAT and became first Voyager Scholar

At 20 years old, T’Emi Oshin is a junior at Wayne State University, pursuing degrees in public health and neuroscience with aspirations of becoming a physician and delving into the intersection of medicine and public policy. Oshin, who hails from Midland, has built an impressive career in youth advocacy and community leadership.

Her dedication to these causes began during her high school years, when she founded the Black Student Alliance at H.H. Dow High School, providing a safe space for Black students to connect and discuss their experiences. She later established Black Youth of Midland, uniting young people from various schools for monthly meetings. Oshin's academic achievements are equally noteworthy; she earned a perfect SAT score of 1590, was named a semifinalist in the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, and is part of the BS/MD Med-Direct programme at Wayne State, which seamlessly integrates undergraduate studies with medical school.

In recognition of her philanthropic efforts, Oshin is set to receive the Outstanding Young Philanthropist award on November 18 at the National Philanthropy Day Awards Luncheon. Her mentors and teachers have played a crucial role in nurturing her interests throughout her journey.