Florida– Sheena Kelly

I’m a Florida native and an Irish citizen. I’m 22 and have just graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in Psychology and Communications. My plan is to pursue a career in the legal field, specifically as a child advocate attorney, defending the legal rights of children and acting as their positive voice. While at the University of Florida, I was involved with several respective organizations. I served as Chapter President for Delta Gamma Fraternity, an organization built on a foundation of fostering high ideals of friendship, promoting educational and cultural interests and developing social responsibility and the best qualities of character. I also served as Senator for Student Government, was awarded Miss Greek 2013 benefitting American Cancer Society, and spearheaded the Kind Campaign (a non-profit organization that brings awareness and healing to the negative and lasting effects of girl-against-girl “crime”). I’m an active member of Florida Blue Key, Florida’s oldest leadership honorary, which recognizes individuals with outstanding ability, leadership, and service. In my spare time, I enjoy reading motivational books, volunteering in my community, boating and all other outdoor activities the weather permits. I’m the daughter of Lorraine FitzGerald Kelly from Saggart, Co. Dublin and Lawrence B. Kelly, Florida native and 4th generation Irish. My brother, Lawrence Brandan, and I have spent countless summers in Ireland. It is an honour and truly a dream come true to represent Florida in the Rose of Tralee International Festival. My family, friends, and sorority sisters who are not able to attend will be watching and cheering me on from America.