Welcome to the fall 2019 semester! This semester we have 11 Bio Peer Advisors ready to share their experiences and answer your questions! Stop by and say hi! Hi guys! My name is Colton Brown, and I am a senior majoring in Biological Sciences with a certificate in Conceptual Foundations of Medicine. In addition, I am the Business Manager for the Dental Science Club. I plan to attend dental school following graduation. Currently, I conduct research at Pitt’s Dental School in the Department of Anesthesia. Furthermore, I have spent the last four summers working as a counselor at a summer camp for children with disabilities. Without a doubt, I spend the majority of my free time at the golf course. As a Peer Advisor, I am looking forward to using personal experiences to assist other undergraduate students in the department. I would not be where I am today without the advice I received from others, so come talk to me during my office hour! (Mondays 4:30-5:30) Hi! My name is Nicole Eng and I am a junior with a Biological Sciences major and Neuroscience and Chemistry minors. I am originally from northern Jersey. I have always had a love for science and ever since taking my first biology class in 9th grade I knew this was the path that I was going to follow. I am a premed student involved in the Red Cross Club and Phi Delta Epsilon. Working with my advisors and other students helped me to create a more organized schedule for classes and other activities. I am excited to be able to help other students do the same and guide them through their biology journey! Please stop by and say hi during my office hours (Mondays 4:30-5:30) Hi, my name is Sarah, and I am a junior from Beaver, Pennsylvania. I am expected to graduate in May 2021 with a degree in the Biological Sciences, and then will hopefully continue my education in graduate school with a master’s degree genetic counseling. Over the summer, I participated in the HHMI fellowship in Dr. Kevin Kohl’s lab, which focuses on animal physiology and gut microbiota, in which I studied the digestive enzyme cellulase. This year I will continue in the Kohl Lab, with research involving evolutionary ecology and flow cytometry. Out of the classroom, I like playing soccer with friends, watching Steeler football, and anything that involves dogs. I can’t wait to become more involved in Pitt’s bio department and be a peer advisor! Stop by and say hi Thursday from 3:00-4:00. My name is Lauren Lotka, and I am a senior Pitt student hailing from Spring City, PA (outside Philly). I am a Molecular Biology major on the Cell and Developmental Biology track. I am also an undergraduate researcher in Dr. Karen Arndt’s lab where I study chromatin structure and how it plays a crucial role in regulating gene expression. Over Summer 2019, I had the privilege of continuing my work in the Arndt Lab under the Samuel D. Colella Fellowship. Additionally, I have served as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant for the SEA PHAGES laboratory course and Dr. McGreevy’s Foundations of Biology I course. My passion for research and academia has inspired my goal to attend graduate school in order to earn a PhD in Molecular and Cell Biology. Outside of class I like to stay active by doing yoga, playing tennis, and taking walks. As hobbies, I also enjoy sewing, knitting, and reading. I look forward to meeting you during my office hours (Tuesdays 5:30-6:30) Come say Hi! My name is Amy McLaughlin and I am a senior majoring in Biological Sciences, with minors in Chemistry and Museum studies, on a pre-physical therapy track. I am from Springfield, NJ, and on campus I am apart of Greek Life and the Rehabilitation Science Student Association. Additionally, I volunteer at UPMC Mercy in their physical therapy gym and I am currently doing research at UPMC Magee in their OBGYN & Reproductive Science department. Come say hi during my office hours: Wednesdays from 5:00-6:00. Hi! My name is Samhita (Sam) Ravi and I am a senior from New Jersey majoring in Microbiology with minors in Chemistry and Religious Studies. I am also pursuing a certificate in Managing Health Service Projects and Programs. My fun fact is that I am a triplet and both of my brothers are also seniors at Pitt. As an avid volunteer, I am involved in the Patient Ambassador Program at UPMC Presbyterian where I help train other volunteers in the Patient Experience program. My other volunteering pursuits include volunteering with the Pitt Sports Nutrition Department where I work at the two nutrition centers for the athletes at Pitt. I am also a teaching assistant for Foundations of Biology 1. In addition, I work with a team at the Center for Liver Diseases at UPMC on the causes and effects of alcoholic liver disease and cirrhosis. On some days, you can find me at the O’Hara Student Center where I am a house manager in the office. In my free time, I enjoy playing basketball on my intramural team with my brothers as well as running through and exploring Pittsburgh with friends. C0me learn more about my experiences at my office hours: Tuesdays from 2:30-3:30.
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