Alana was born and raised in Kent County, MD and now attends Towson University. She is a sophomore and is earning her degrees in Political Science and Spanish. She frequently attends musical events in the Towson area. Music has always had a special place in Alana’s heart. She often uses music as an outlet of expression, predominantly through dance. Hip Hop and R&B are interlinked with Alana’s childhood memories. She is extremely thankful for the opportunity to be a mentor through the Hip Hop Time Capsule and will continue to embrace and nourish the knowledge learned through the program. While at Towson University, she plans to join the Latin dance team and continue to connect with people across cultures through music.