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Aiman Nawari (’14) is a sophomore at
Purdue University West Lafayette. He is
studying Biological Engineering, and in
2011 he participated in the LSAMP
Summer Research program. Postgraduation,
Aiman plans to further his education in a graduate
program of study.
Vivien Nsonwu (’14) is a sophomore at Indiana
University studying human biology. She is
currently involved with the Circle K of IU
group, the Minority Association for Pre-Medical
Students (MAPS), the National Society of
Collegiate Scholars (NSCS), and the Hudson &
Holland Scholars Program (HHSP). After
graduating from Indiana University, she plans to
attend medical school with hopes of becoming a pediatrician.
Hector Ochoa (’13) is a junior at Purdue
University West Lafayette pursuing a degree
in Nutrition Science. Hector wants to conduct
research in the area of Preventative Medicine
in relation to nutrition. Post-graduation,
Hector plans to pursue a Ph.D. in Nutrition
Science. Hector’s long-term goal is to serve
humanity by providing simple knowledge of the human body,
food, and vitamins to ensure healthier lifestyles.
Brianna Owens-Boatwright (’12) is a senior
studying Materials Engineering at Purdue
University West Lafayette. She participated in
the 2008 and 2011 LSAMP Summer Research
programs, and post-graduation, her plans
include attending graduate school.
Rhoda Owolabi (’10) graduated from IUPUI
in 2010 with a B.A in Biology with a minor in
Chemistry. Rhoda is a recipient of the
Woodrow Wilson Indiana Teaching
Fellowship and earned a M.S in Science
Education in 2011.
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Maria Palmerin (’11) graduated from
Indiana University Northwest with a B.S. in
Biology in 2011. With the support of the
LSAMP, Maria worked with the Biology
Department of IU Northwest in doing a
research project on plant richness and
restoration activity in eight different sites of
Northwest Indiana.
Braylon Parham (’13) is a junior at Purdue
University pursuing a degree in Electrical
and Computer Engineering Technology
(ECET). Braylon chose to study ECET
because he has always has an interest in the
functionality of electronics. Braylon aspires to one day develop an
electronic device that will make everyday life easier. Postgraduation,
Braylon plans to pursue a Master’s Degree in ECET.
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Kevin Parikh ('12) is a senior at Indiana
University majoring in entrepreneurship and
corporate innovation through the Kelley School
of Business with minors in both biology and
chemistry. In addition to a Hudson & Holland
Scholar, he is both a student of the Hutton
Honors College and Kelley Honors Program. He
is the captain of IUs’ Raas dance team, and is
president of Sigma Beta Rho. He plans on continuing his education
at medical school this upcoming fall.
Gabriel Pirtle (’13) is a junior at Purdue University West
Lafayette pursuing a degree in Mechanical
Engineering. Gabriel has always had an
interest in the way machines and
electronics work. Gabriel believes that as
an engineer, he will be able to solve new
problems in industry. He plans to apply for
graduate school at Purdue University and
further his studies in law after obtaining his Master’s degree.
Daniel Popoola (’12) is a senior at Indiana
University Purdue University Indianapolis. He
is currently studying Biological Sciences and
intends on working on research in the field of
Neuroscience with the National Institutes of
Health. He will enroll in Medical school in
2013.
Bruno Prentice-Webb (’13) is a junior at Purdue
University West Lafayette majoring in
Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering. Postgraduation,
he plans on obtaining an MBA and
then pursuing a career in this field.
Melanie Quest (13') is studying human biology
and studio art at IU Bloomington. She is a Hudson
& Holland Scholar, Hutton Honors Scholar, and an
ambassador for “Smiles Change Lives.” Melanie
plans on attending the Indiana University School
of Dentistry after she graduates.
Christiana Rachal (’13) is a junior at
Indiana University Bloomington, and is
majoring in Computer Science. Christiana
has participated in the Hudson & Holland
Scholars Program and plans to pursue a
career in Information Security.
Trevy Ramos (’07) studies medicine at the West
Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine in
Lewisburg, West Virginia. While at Indiana
University Bloomington, she mentored LSAMP
freshmen in their peer mentoring program and
earned a B.A. in Biology in 2007. Following her
graduation from IU, Trevy entered a M.S.
program in Biology at Indiana University-Purdue
University Indianapolis and received her degree
in 2008.