Pautez Freeman

Mentor, Student at U of M - Lambuth/ 2021-22 Fellow

Pautez was a part of the first group of students chosen to be a part of the Jackson Grown Leaders Fellowship, where he did his challenge to the city on teacher appreciation. After the first program year, Pautez began a Bachelor's in Psychology. During his current undergraduate years, Pautez has been serving as a Peer Mentor to the new students for Jackson Grown since 2023.

In addition to his work as a peer mentor, Pautez also serves the community in a variety of ways. Pautez currently works as a Direct Support Professional for mentally disabled individuals. Caring for them and tending to their mental, medical, and physical needs. At the University of Memphis, Pautez has a position as a Lambuth Student Ambassador where he works in enrollment services and assists at recruitment events.

Currently, Pautez is in his senior year of his bachelor's degree and is on track to earn his master's in clinical mental health counseling, aiming to become a therapist. He plans to start his master's program at the University of Memphis next August.

Pautez has a deep commitment to serving others and improving the community. Driven by a passion for mental health, he applies psychological principles not just in academic settings but also in real-world situations where compassion and critical thinking truly make a difference. Pautez plans to use these principles to serve vulnerable populations in his future career as a therapist. Whether Pautez is mentoring for Jackson Grown, caring for individuals with disabilities, or connecting with prospective students, Pautez leads with empathy and prudence.