Auria Cole is senior high school student attending Durant High School who enjoys volunteering at the Boys & Girls Club and feeding the homeless throughout the community. She is a member of the National Honor Society, the Step Team where she is the captain, and a member of the Black Student Union. She performs and competes at the Leonard’s Academy of Dance. As a leader at the Academy, Auria has a genuine love for her teammates. She always provides support and encouragement in the time of need. She is always willing to help others achieve their goals which ultimately propels the entire team to success.

As a National Honor Society member, she plans to attend Hillsborough Community College to pursue an associate degree in Nursing. After completing her first two years, Auria will transfer to Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University to pursue her bachelor’s degree in the field of Medicine.