I'm a varsity athlete on the cross country and track & field team, Outreach Director for the Diabetes Link, and a volunteer with Brown Market Shares! I've received both the UTRA and SPRINT awards, and I currently do research in the Global Emergency Medicine Department on miRNAs in breastmilk, and specifically how they differ in underweight women. Outside of school-related activities, I’m enjoy spikeball, pickleball, karaoke, R&B music, and cooking. I've been through the chaos of picking (and frequently switching) my major, figuring out how to reach out and join a lab, and learning how to balance life as both an athlete and a premed. So if you have questions about any of the above or anything else, feel free to reach out!

Hi, I’m Jolie! I’m a senior from Sacramento, California, double concentrating in Biology and IAPA. I've been involved in wet lab research since my sophomore year, and currently work in a spine tumor lab on campus. Outside of school, I'm involved in student journalism (the Indy), HOPE, and WiSE. Feel free to reach out with any questions!

I am a senior from Traverse City, Michigan. Outside of my coursework, I do basic sciences research into the fungal microbiome with the Vaishnava Lab. I am also a co-captain for Brown's figure skating team, and I volunteer with the Brown Tutoring Corps. After college, I plan to pursue a medical degree.

Hi! My name is Sumner Chmielewski. I am studying Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. I am on the swim and dive team at Brown and have been a part of clubs relating to athlete mental health. I have switched concentration interests on my way to biochemistry, so I have various experiences! These include a public health research opportunity, as well as a chemistry and materials science lab, which I am currently in. I gained these opportunities through Brown’s UTRA grant. I also have reached outside of my concentration, having taken classes in environmental science and international affairs. Please reach out with any questions, I am happy to talk through course selection, especially balancing academics and outside interests/ athletics!! 

Hey y’all! My name is Naomi, and I’m currently a pre-health senior (c/o ‘26) studying Health and Human Biology on the Social Determinants of Health track; I’m into exploring how different communities are impacted by health disparities and resource allocation, so a lot of my work on campus is centered around that. Currently, I’m a Bonner Community Fellow, a Team Coordinator at Connect for Health, a Crisis Counselor at Crisis Text Line, and a research volunteer at the Weight Control and Diabetes Research Center. I've dabbled in different research labs, too– ranging from clinical psychology, oncology, and community health– here at Brown and through various programs/internships. With that said, if you’re looking for someone to chat about getting involved in community-based research, public health initiatives, or service opportunities both on and off campus, I’m always happy to share what I’ve learned (and what I wish I’d known sooner!).

Hi everyone! My name is Amrik, and I’m a pre-med senior from Sharon, MA, double concentrating in Health and Human Biology (Mind, Brain, Behavior Track) and Public Health. At Brown, I play on the Brownian Motion Ultimate Frisbee team, serve as Editor-in-Chief of the Brown Journal of Medical Humanities, and lead as a HHB DUG Leader. I conduct wet lab research in the Jayasuriya Lab in the Department of Orthopedics, where I study DLX5 as a potential therapeutic target in the progression of osteoarthritis. I am also involved with clinical research with the Digital Psychiatry Lab at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Feel free to reach out with any questions—whether it’s about double concentrating, navigating pre-med requirements, securing research opportunities, or getting involved in club sports.

Greetings! I am a PLME senior from Long Island, NY, concentrating in Health and Human Biology with a theme in Mind, Brain, and Behavior. I studied abroad my entire junior year in Barcelona, Spain, and recently completed a summer program in adolescent medicine in Hangzhou, China. At Brown, I did a summer UTRA in sociological research, served as a Hidden Curriculum Teaching Assistant, and worked for the Brown Center for Students of Color (BCSC) as an Office Assistant. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions about study abroad, research, PLME, or anything else!

I am a rising senior concentrating in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. For my concentration, I have been working in Dr. Yang's lab studying the role of SHP2 in cartilage degeneration, but I have also worked on a systematic review investigating heat-related injuries in endurance athletes. Outside of academics, I am community outreach chair for Ink@Brown, a track and field athlete (jumps and hurdles), and a Sheridan Center tutor. I am pre-med and would love to answer questions about courses, MCAT prep, or anything else pre-med related! 

Hi! My name is Jordy, and I am a senior (Class of 2026) studying Biology with a data fluency certificate, on the premed track. I am an RA in the School of Public Health and a TA for Pathology to Power: Disability, Health, and Community. I am also involved in a cappella on campus! As someone who spent a LONG time debating my concentration, I know how much anxiety the decision can bring up! I am a great person to come to with questions about choosing a concentration, but also any questions about different biology/pre-med courses or research opportunities on campus. Feel free to reach out! 

During my time at Brown, I have loved studying Cancer Biology and cancer progression. In the Mani Lab my current research is focused on the epithelial-mesenchymal transition and cancer stem cells. I love mentoring and helping other students and I have TA'ed BIOL1290, BIOL0610, and BIOL0500. I'm also a Meiklejohn! Outside of classes, I am passionate about serving the community and volunteer at House of Hope, a housing and homeless organization as well as The Miriam Hospital's Emergency Department. In my free time, I love playing soccer and running.

Hi! I'm Ishan, a rising senior studying Biology (on the cell/molecular track) and Literary Arts. I'm a transfer student---I formerly attended UCLA!---and am very involved with TRUE orientation and the TRUE community at Brown. I'm also pre-med, and am a part of Brown's chapter of Doctors and Engineers Without Borders (DEWB), Brown Miriam Volunteer Project (BMVP), and will be starting work with Brown EMS (BEMS) this Fall. I participate in research in the Molecular Biology and Nanomedicine Lab at Warren Alpert, focusing on developing tools to deliver treatment for neurodegenerative diseases across the blood-brain barrier. I'm also passionate about education; I work as a TA for CHEM 0330 (Gen Chem I) and BIOL 0280 (Biochemistry), and am conducting some educational research with Professor Wang for CHEM 0330L. Outside of that, I play ultimate frisbee, write and make crosswords for post- magazine, and enjoy printmaking.
Because of my nontraditional educational pathway, I've come to learn a lot about Brown's curriculum and getting involved with opportunities you're passionate about here. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions about Biology at Brown or anything I mentioned above! I'm always happy to chat!

Hi everyone! I’m Rocky, I am Senior concentrating in Biology on the Cell and Molecular Track, as well as Geochemistry. I am currently pre-med, hoping to apply to MD/PhD programs next year. I conduct research in the Sobol Lab in the Pathology department, but also spent a year in a geochemistry lab. I am currently the managing editor of the Triple Helix, a student run science publication on campus that you should all read! (And join?). You also might recognize me from Bio 0200, where I’ve been a lab TA for two years going on three. I’ve also spent the last two summers conducting biomedical research as part of the NIH’s SenNet CUSP program, and the NYU SURP. I am super happy to talk about anything you might need guidance for, from classes to internship apps, or to anything else! Don’t be scared to reach out, I love yapping so there’s no such thing as too many questions! I had a peer advisor when I was a sophomore who really really set me up and helped click everything into place for me, so I’m just trying to give back! 

Hi everyone! I'm Joseph, a senior from New York City on the pre-med path. I've conducted inorganic chemical research focused on synthesizing magnetic iron oxide nanoparticles, serve as a TA for Physiology (BIOL 0800), and work as an organic chemistry tutor. Outside of Brown, I'm a phlebotomist and a medical scribe, and really enjoy traveling, as I just came back from a semester abroad in Italy. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions about pre-med at Brown, study abroad, managing concentration requirements, or about courses/advice in general!

Hi! My name is Leila and I’m a senior concentrating in biology on the immunobiology track. I work in the Bennett lab researching gene regulation in the fungal pathogen C. albicans, and I’ve also spent the past two summers doing research in the lab. This past Spring, I was a TA for BIOL 0495 as well. Outside of biology, I’m involved with BOLT, BRYTE, Club Triathlon, and a variety of other club sports at Brown. Feel free to reach out to chat about anything!

Hi! My name is Elijah, and I am a senior from Indiana studying Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and also completing a Certificate in Intercultural Competence in American Sign Language. On campus, I've previously been a Community Coordinator, organized with LOCC (the CC labor union), edited for post- magazine, been a SafeWalker, done outreach for HOPE, and TA'd for CHEM330. Currently, I am a Meiklejohn, doing RNA research on breast cancer, coordinating the Brown Sign Languages Society, and volunteering at Brown EMS and Rhode Island Free Clinic. I love learning languages, cooking, taking long walks, and occasionally crocheting. You can talk to me about being first-gen and/or pre-med, navigating campus resources, my restaurant recommendations around Providence, or anything really. I'd love to chat!

Hi! My name is Lila Rizvi and I am a senior from Providence, RI. I’m double concentrating in HHB on the social determinants of health track and Hispanic Studies, an intersection which I believe is extremely important for healthcare in the US. In the spring of 2025, I studied abroad in Santiago, Chile which was an incredible experience. I’ve been part of Center for Spine Research & Chordoma Lab since 2024, where I’ve recently started conducting clinical research. Additionally, I am a Hispanic Studies DUG leader and an EMT with BEMS. Outside of academics, I’m a part of the Club Tennis team, enjoy Pilates, walking around providence, practicing Spanish and Urdu, photography, hiking, and watching movies with my friends. Reach out with any questions or to chat! 

My name is Ava Steger (she/her) and I'm studying Biology on the Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology track! I currently work in the Kartzinel Lab, although I have also worked in marine biology and neuroscience labs here. I'm also a microbiology TA, as I'm passionate about integrating microbiology into conservation and genetic biology. I've worked in labs as an UTRA recipient, and received a student-led SPRINT for the summer of 2025, and would love to help others get funding for their research! I currently work as a CC, but have worked as a Meiklejohn and Bruno Leader, and love getting to be a part of campus orientation. I'm a coordinator for Brown Science Prep, and am also involved in WiSE and club field hockey.

I am a senior from San Francisco concentrating in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. I have also completed coursework in neuroscience, cancer biology, public health, biostatistics, and computer science. Some of my favorite courses so far include but are not limited to cancer biology (BIOL1290), fundamentals of cancer immunotherapy (BIOL1295), and introduction to neuroscience (NEUR0010). On campus, I am a CHEM330 TA and tutor CHEM350, CHEM360, and BIOL800 at the Sheridan Center, where I lead the organic chemistry tutoring group. I am also involved in mentorship through the Biochemistry DUG, refugee tutoring through BRYTE, patient advocacy through Connect for Health, and global health equity through Doctors and Engineers Without Borders. I am interested in exploring the intersection between biochemistry and neuroscience, and am involved in glioblastoma research at Brown and UCSF. My projects focus on understanding glioma heterogeneity through the lenses of bioinformatics, epigenetics, and clinical outcomes to identify differentially expressed biomarkers, develop novel diagnostic tools, and contribute to therapeutic advancements. Following graduation, I hope to pursue translational biomedical research to bridge basic science and clinical medicine. In my free time, I enjoy sunset walks, ice-skating, and calligraphy.