As we continue our ‘Rooted in Love’ series, this week’s episode explores the power of conviction and community love with Marita Asamoah, a first-generation Political Science major at Coppin State University. Born in the Bronx and raised partly in Ghana, Marita brings a global perspective to student leadership as Vice President of the NAACP and Chief Justice of Coppin’s SGA Executive Board. Dedicated to creating change where she sees injustice, she pours her energy into building bridges between students, faculty, and the broader community. Rooted in love for her people and her purpose, Marita reminds us that community love means using knowledge, empathy, and action to lift others—and that while it may be a privilege to be ignorant, Black students cannot afford to be. Marita is a Junior Political Science major at Coppin State University with a passion for Black civic engagement, community organizing, and social justice. Originally from Ghana, she brings a global lens to her leadership on and off campus, serving as the National Council of Negro Women Chair for Social Justice and as an Army ROTC National Guard cadet. Her interests span policy research, community development, and legislative affairs, all rooted in her mission to create equitable opportunities for others. To learn more about Marita and her work, connect with her on IG @ritaaricch or LinkedIn.