Wednesday, June 14, 2023

[photostory four] struggle of a working college student

 by: savannah johnston


Zamela Haque checks uber prices to get home from work. She does not drive so on some days when she cannot get a ride, she ubers.



Haque eats dinner from her job. She works at a fine dining restaurant 30 hours a week. 


Haque calls her sister about their shared foundation: The Haque Foundation. The Haque Foundation was started in honor of their father and it is all about helping their country of Bangladesh.



Haque looks over the Haque Foundation website. The website needs to be updated regularly and it is her and her sisters jobs to do so. 



A photo of Haque's father's name in Bangla; Anwar Haque with a photo of Haque and her sisters next to it. Haque's father passed away in 2012 and that is what inspired them to start the foundation in his honor.



Haque opens the app WhatsApp. WhatsApp is how Haque communicates with her family in Bangladesh. 


Haque socializes with her roommates. She struggles to balance school and work. 



Haque tends to her laundry. Her time to do chores is the night time since she has school and work in the day time.



A photo of Haque and her mother. Haque struggles to make time with her family since they do not live close since she is in school.



Haque working on schoolwork for her summer classes. She takes summer courses for Georgia State.



Haque is overwhelmed with school and work. On top of her job and school she has a research internship that she is responsible for. 



Haque looks in the fridge for something to eat. She has neglected going grocery shopping and is now regretting it. 

Haque cuddles with her cat Niko. She turns to Niko for emotional support at times.

Haque prays. She practices Islam and feels connected to her family and culture through religion.



Haque looks in her closet. She is preparing for the next day in order to make it easier in the morning.


Haque cleans her face at the end of the day. It is a form of self care for her.


Haque lights a candle. This is to help with stress relief, eucalyptus.


Haque warms up her heating pad. After working all day, this helps her body from being sore.

Haque journals. This is a therapeutic outlet for her.


Haque watches TV before bed. She always needs something to watch before bed. 

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