Class of 2024

Major: Biology, Minor: Sociology

Research: Pre-health students’ attitudes towards study abroad and how to make it more accessible

"I hope to create more opportunities for pre-health students to build their cultural competency and experience the world without sacrificing other aspects of their college career and professional school preparations. Outside of the lab, I am the President of the Black Affairs Council, volunteer at one of the local hospitals and a hospice, and I am a mentor in the Clarke County Mentor Program among other things. When I am not busy with my clubs and work, I enjoy playing the Sims, hanging out with friends, and bowling!"

Class of 2024

Major: Cellular Biology

Research: Perceptions of undergraduate pre-health students towards studying abroad

"I aspire to pursue a career as a physician-scientist with a specialty in cardiology. I am actively involved in TRIO Student Support Services, where I have served as the Community Service Chair and a Peer Mentor. My research focuses on understanding the perceptions of undergraduate pre-health students towards studying abroad, with the hope of providing them with the same experiences and broadening their horizons as they progress toward their desired careers in the healthcare field. Outside of school and research, I enjoy reading books (mostly non-fiction), watching TV shows, and occasionally playing the violin."

Class of 2024

Majors: Biology and Psychology, Minor: General Business

Research: Instructor Talk and student perceptions of non-content instructor language

"I am on the pre-medical track and hope to pursue a career as an anesthesiologist. On campus, I serve as the PR Chair for UGA Mathcounts and am involved with Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority and UGA Doctors Without Borders. I also volunteer at Mercy Health Center and University Cancer and Blood Center. I am very excited about this project and cannot wait to see how the results both help shape the future of Instructor Talk and facilitate future professional development in inclusive teaching strategies. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, exercising, and trying new restaurants!"

Class of 2024

Major: Biomedical Physiology

"I am passionate about fostering education that brings awareness to the disparities and unique challenges faced by queer individuals, with a specific focus on the hormonal impacts that can profoundly affect the transgender community. My goal is to not only raise awareness about the complexities of hormonal experiences but also to advocate for inclusive and informed support systems. In my free time I really enjoy golfing, working out, and reading. A fun fact about me is I played D1 golf at my prior university institution for two years before transferring to UGA!"

Major: Computer Science, Georgia Tech

Research: Investigating the link between teacher dispositions and the Instructor Talk frameworks, as well as how we can make students feel like they have a place in whatever field they are pursuing.

"Outside of the lab, I support marketing and outreach with Cervical Cancer Awareness and Prevention (CCAP) Across The Map. I also enjoy helping more people get into the field of technology by teaching computer science concepts through Kode with Klossy. Currently I’m still exploring career options, with my areas of interest including education, data science, and healthcare."