Hometown: Warwick, RI

Joshua Xavier studies Communications at New York University.  In high school, Joshua was named Man of the Year and served as student body president.  A former editor for his high school paper, he currently serves as a circulation assistant for the Washington Square News.  Joshua’s extracurricular activities include acting, where he has five musical-theatre productions to his credit, and peer educating for the Center for Multicultural Education and Programs.  In 2007, he worked in the New York City Urban Project (NYCUP) spring break community service initiative.  Joshua aspires to become a physician and establish a free health clinic.