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ABOUT
DR. JENKINS
In 1991, Dr. Jenkins received a B.S.
degree in chemistry from North Carolina A & T State University where she
was an active member of her campus community (Undergraduate Research Assistant
in Chemistry, Gospel Choir, Alpha Kappa Alpha, Ms. NC A&T campus queen,
etc.). In 1997, Dr. Jenkins graduated from Loyola University of Chicago with a
Ph.D. in chemistry. Majoring in “biophysical chemistry”, Dr. Jenkins
was 1 in 8 African American women across the country to receive a doctorate's
degree in chemistry in the year 1997. This young research scientist from
Selma, North Carolina, spent her twenties researching the biomolecular
dysfunctions of Sickle Cell Disease. Her publications and presentations
have included, "Kinetics of the Oxidative Reactions in Hemoglobin/Lipid
Vesicle Mixtures", and "pH and Osmolality Effects on
Lipid-enhanced Sickle and Normal Hemoglobin Oxidation". Dr. Jenkins
spent the last 6 years as a Professor of Biophysical Chemistry at Columbia
College of Chicago where she taught courses like "The Biology of
AIDS", "Chemistry in Daily Life", and "College
Algebra". She is an active member of several professional
organizations-the American Public Health Association, American Chemical
Society, Association of College and University Biology Educators (ACUBE), etc.
In 1991, Dr. Jenkins appeared in Jet and Ebony magazine for her outstanding
achievements.
Born and raised in Selma, N.C., where
the population was barely 10,000. Sharron grew up singing and performing
in pageants and talent shows. In high school, she was the lead vocalist
in the chorus and was performing in her drama classes. She's held
several titles: Little Miss Continental, Miss Black Teenage World of
Johnston County, elected freshman class Queen (college), University Campus
Queen (Miss North Carolina A&T State Univ.), Miss Gospel Choir in college,
Miss NBCA Hall of fame (BET televised academic competition). She's a
Martial Artist, a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Biophysical Society,
American Chemical Society, and National Association of Science Teachers.
Sharron is a Big Sister, tutor, and mentor for young teens. In
1991, Sharron appeared in Jet and Ebony magazine for her outstanding
achievements. In the mid-90's, she participated in a gospel tour
thoughout Russia.
After losing several family members to
“preventable” cases of cancer, including her younger brother, Ebony (1998)
and her father (2003), Dr. Jenkins has devoted her life to a profession that
not only educates the mind about healing of the body, but one that feeds the
soul and heals the spirit.
Dr. Jenkins' most recent work is the
publication of a health book entitled African American Health Disparities,
which includes 2 music recordings entitled, “The Lord's Prayer” and
“Heaven”. Dr. Jenkins dedicates her work to all who suffer illness.
By no mistake, this scientist is blessed
with the gift of song and intends to use her recording career as a platform to
promote health awareness, particularly among African Americans. She
often states, "I am a scientist by training, but I am a singer by divine
design". So, as a scientist, an educator, and a vocalist, Dr. Jenkins
asserts that true healing is holistic-physical, mental, and spiritual. Her
goal is to use her talents to inspire a community of people who are not only
committed to their physical health, but also people who are committed to their
spiritual health and well-being.
Dr. Jenkins has gained the support of
“The National Black Leadership Initiative on Cancer (NBLIC)”, a
division of the National Cancer Institute, in her health education campaign.
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