Sophia Henderson

Sophia Henderson is an FCLC honors student double majoring in film and television and new media and digital design. She is originally from Ashburn, Virginia. One of her most important roles at Fordham is serving as the president of the Black Student Alliance (BSA). As a Black woman coming into Fordham, it was essential for her to be a part of the community. BSA has consistently supported her when she has faced issues with being at a predominantly white institution. Henderson wanted to continue the work that made her feel so comfortable in a new environment, so she ran for an E-Board position in her first-year. Throughout her years at Fordham, she grew and developed with BSA as a community-oriented person passionate about serving others. BSA has been her home at Fordham for the past four years, and she has gained friendships and had amazing experiences through the club. She continues to work toward making sure that BSA is a space where Black students can exist without the external pressures that come with the identity.