Hometown: Berea, Ohio

Health Professional Area of Interest: Physician Scientist

Relevant prehealth experience: Black Premed Society, Clinical Shadowing at a Pediatrician and Dermatologist, Pharmacy Technician, Thesis Research at the IPA Lab

What topics are you excited to talk about? 

• Getting research experience: Working in lab for research can sound a bit daunting but approach professors with the curiosity and interest you already have and don’t be afraid to ask questions. Most professors are willing to take in a undergrad to teach them and get involved in research. 

• Finding clinical experience: During break clinical opportunities near home by shadowing medical professionals you know or alumni is a great way to have a glimpse into the medical world. 

• Creating your own path: Remember being premed is marathon not a sprint so your premed journey may be different than your peers. 

Summer 2024 planned activities: Thesis Research in the Intelligence Performance and Adaptation Lab and Pharmacy Technician

Last book you read for fun: The Son of Neptune by Rick Riordan, revisiting a childhood favorite if mine from the Percy Jackson series

Favorite food: Jollof Rice with Ghanaian Pepper Sauce

Favorite way to relieve stress: Playing pool with friends or going for walk while listening to a podcast