Michaellah Mapotaringa
About Michaellah Mapotaringa
Michaellah Mapotaringa is a Manager at Yale Residential Dining, where she has worked since 2018. She holds Bachelor's degrees in History and African Studies from Yale University and has a strong commitment to education, diplomacy, and women's empowerment.
Current Role at Yale University
Michaellah Mapotaringa currently serves as the Manager of Yale Residential Dining, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she oversees dining operations and ensures a high standard of service for students and staff at Yale University in New Haven. Her experience in this capacity contributes to the overall dining experience within the university's residential facilities.
Education and Academic Background
Michaellah Mapotaringa studied at Yale University, where she earned two Bachelor's degrees in History and African Studies, as well as Political Science and African Studies, completing her studies from 2018 to 2021. Prior to her time at Yale, she attended The Hotchkiss School, where she received her High School Diploma in 2017, and St. Dominics Chishawasha from 2009 to 2014.
Professional Experience
Before her current role, Michaellah Mapotaringa worked in various positions that contributed to her professional development. She served as an Instructor for the Yale Young Global Scholars program in 2018, where she worked in Ghana and Rwanda for one month. Additionally, she was employed by the U.S. Department of State as part of the Education USA initiative at the U.S. Embassy in Zimbabwe from 2015 to 2016. Earlier in her career, she worked as a Sales Assistant at Innov8 Bookshop in Zimbabwe and as a Call Center Agent at Yale University.
Leadership and Advocacy
Michaellah Mapotaringa demonstrated leadership as the President of the Yale African Students Association in 2019. Her leadership role reflects her commitment to fostering community and engagement among students of African descent at Yale. She is passionate about education, diplomacy, and women's empowerment, focusing on creating sustainable change through youth empowerment and advocacy.
Participation in Educational Programs
In 2015, Michaellah Mapotaringa participated in the United States Students Achievement Program (USAP), which aims to support students from Zimbabwe in gaining access to quality education in the United States. This program aligns with her strong interest in education and advocacy for youth empowerment.