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Always the people’s advocate, LaTanya Michell Brooks, born and raised in Houston, Tx, is also a children’s book author and educator. As a young child, she was raised with the belief that no one should be disadvantaged because of gender, disability or background, and that education is a powerful tool in overcoming obstacles.

She maintains that the mind is ever expanding and capable of great feats. LaTanya graduated from the University of Houston, earning a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Computer Information Systems and a Master of Business Administration from American InterContinental University. Ultimately, in 2006, she decided to pursue a career in education. With her academic knowledge, she continues to inspire young minds.

In 2017, Brooks published her first book. “Marisol: A Little Girl with a Big Dream” is written to help young children and their parents realize that great possibilities are limitless. Her goal is to design books that inspire children, especially at-risk children, to pursue STEM-related careers. Traditionally male oriented, STEM careers are often viewed as careers that are not pursued by women, much less minority women. She also feels it is important to eliminate some of the handicapping implicit biases people unconsciously impose on themselves and others. Brooks continues to promote STEM awareness to create a more diverse STEM community.