Erin Mansfield

Major: Nursing
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 240B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I plan to work in Springfield, IL after graduation as a pediatric nurse! I have also been accepted into the accelerated nurse practitioner program, through SIUE, which I will start right after graduation!
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): SIUE Honors Program, Student Nurses Association, Peer Mentor

Anne "Annie" Strullmyer

CHEM 120A
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2026
Past SI Courses Covered:CHEM 121A, CHEM 121B, CHEM 12A
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: General Dentist
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Chapter President of Alpha Phi, Vice President of Pre-Dental Association, URCA under Dr. Cinnamon VanPutte 

Carly Mosier

CHEM 241A
Major: Chemistry - Biochemistry
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 151, CHEM 241A, CHEM 241B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I would like to be a doctor in the future. I'm passionate about helping others and making a positive impact in their lives.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I'm a part of the Chemistry club, Biology club, Pre-Health hub, and work in an URCA research position.

Aly Yociss

Major: Chemistry - Biochemistry
Minor: Biological Sciences
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 151
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to attend medical school.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  I am a member of the chemistry club, work as a phlebotomist, and coach figure skaters. Up until college, I was a competitive figure skater! I am also a researcher in Dr. De Meo's research lab, where we focus on the synthesis of sialic acid derivatives of carbohydrates.

Olatokunbo "Toki" Aina (She/Her/Hers)

Major: Business Administration - Economics
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: ECON 111
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to work in the finance industry as a Wealth/Asset manager or Investment Analyst.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  I work at the SIUE Foundation as an Investment Clerk.

Stefaniya "Steffi" Anikina

MS 250
Major: Accountancy
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: MS 250, MS 251
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I would like to become a financial advisor or an accountant!
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  I am on the SIUE Women's Tennis team, and I also work as an event staff for Athletics!

Izzy Mishler-Trerice (She/Her/Hers)

PHYS 151
Major: Chemistry - ACS Certified in Chemistry
Minor: Forensic Sciences
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 151 MATH 152, PHYS 141, PHYS 142, PHYS 152
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to be a Forensic Toxicologist.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  Member of Dr. Tucker's Research Lab, 2025 ACS Division of Analytical Chemistry Undergraduate Award in Analytical Chemistry, Dr. James Eilers Award in Physical Chemistry, 2026 ACS Division of Physical Chemistry Undergraduate Award

Keegan Elliot

ECE 210
Major: Electrical Engineering
Minor: Mathematical Studies
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 132, PHYS 152
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I am seeking an electrical engineering position where I can apply the technical skills I’ve built through various experiences while continuing to learn industry best practices and contribute to meaningful engineering projects.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  I am currently an Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (URCA) assistant on a cardiac fat-segmentation project, where I support data collection and analysis. I serve as the electrical lead for my university’s Solar Racing Team, am a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), and volunteer each year helping incoming freshmen move into campus housing.

Jina Thapa Magar

BIOL 140
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2029
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: After graduation, I plan to begin my career as a registered nurse in the ICU to gain clinical experience, with the long-term goal of attending medical school and continuing to grow in the healthcare field.

Caleb "Parker" Hovis

BIOL 140
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2029
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I find a lot of the nursing occupations very interesting to my goal right now is to find one that is right for me after graduation but I'm not sure what that will be just yet.

Mackenzie Fisher

BIOL 140
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2029
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I would like to be a registered nurse, and potentially work in the ICU.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): John Martinson Honors Program

Maika Schlechte (She/Her/Hers)

BIOL 140
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to be an ICU nurse straight out of graduation and obtain a critical care license.

Taylor Jung

BIOL 140
Major: Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Minor: Psychology
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to become a Speech Pathologist and work in either an outpatient facility or a hospital. As of right now I have no preference on what age of clients I will work with, so I plan on going where my heart takes me after I complete my clinicals.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am in the John Martinson Honors Program here at SIUE and received their Provost scholarship! I volunteer with Residential Hospice in Edwardsville, and I also work at Maurices!

Jayde Lewis

Torre Huffines

BIOL 140
Major: Environmental Sciences - Environmental Management
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to work in Sustainability applications and innovation. I also have a major in mechanical engineering that combines this goal with engineering applications to design new products and systems.

Cecilia Thompson

BIOL 140
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Technology and Chemistry
Minor: Perspectives on Science, Technology, and Medicine
Class Year: Freshman
Potential Graduation Date: May 2030
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I plan to continue my education through an MSTP (medical scientist training) program after undergrad so I can become a neonatologist and do research on more efficient, recovery-based medical technology.

Reid Kleeman

BIOL 151
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Minor: Chemistry
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2026
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: After I graduate from SIUE I plan to attend medical school and pursue clinical medicine and research. My particular areas of interest range from oncology to neuro where I want to help develop therapeutics and treat patients.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  I am a member of URCA and have participated in research at SIUE. I also recently completed a one-year Stem Ambassadorship at SIUE.

Sonakshi Gulati

BIOL 240A
Major: Nursing - Nursing (Traditional)
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 240A
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: After graduation, I want to work in the ICU, earn my CCRN certification, and then go back to school to become a CRNA.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): CHEM 120A PLTL Leader, Provost Scholar, URCA participant in the Nurse Anesthesiology Department under Dr. Leah Baecht, and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

Jacqueline Hershkowitz

BIOL 240A
Major: Biological Sciences - Integrative Biology
Minor: Chemistry
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 240A
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Oncology Physician Assistant
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  I am in pre-health hub, pre-PA club, and volunteer at metro east humane society. 

Payton Markovic

BIOL 240B
Major: Exercise Science and Nutrition
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 240A
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I plan to pursue a master’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics after completing both of my bachelor’s, with the goal of becoming a Registered Dietitian specializing in either the athletic or pediatric field.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am a tennis coach at Edwardsville High School, a PLTL Leader for Bio 140, an URCA assistant under Dr. Mora, and a National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer. I have a strong passion for athletics, health, fitness, and science.

Alyssa Ballard

BIOL 240B
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Pediatric or NICU Registered Nurse and eventually Nurse Practitioner.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Chemistry PLTL Leader, Provost Scholar, Honors Student Association

Oliva Findley

BIOL 240B
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to work as a pediatric nurse one day and eventually go back to school and become a nurse practitioner. My overall life goal is to work in the field of pediatric mental health and behavioral development.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I got to spend a semester at Disney doing the Disney College Program. This program is a paid internship hosted by Disney that provides college students with work experience in addition to classes. I had a great time during my program and made some lifelong friends.

Aiden Mably (He/Him/His)

BIOL 250
Major: Nursing
Minor: Business Administration
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 250
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Neuro ICU RN at BJC, and eventually an FNP
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): JMHP, SNA, Peer Mentor, Member of Phi Kappa Phi, Sigma Theta Tau Student Ambassador (Nursing), Learning Assistant for the SON

Aubri Thompson

BIOL 319
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to become a veterinarian.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Honors Student Association, Pre-Veterinary Association, University Honors Advisory Council, John Martinson Honors Program Scholar, URCA Assistant for the Biology Department

Ivanna Gonzalez Alfaro (She/Her/Hers)

CHEM 113
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Minor(s): Chemistry and Forensic Sciences
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2026
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I am hoping to go to dental school and graduate as a dentist. As a general dentist, I would like to take some time to give free dental treatment to underserved populations. After this, I would love to specialize in pediatrics, and dedicate my work to helping children in low-income communities.

Alisyn Eikermann

CHEM 120A
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2029
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I want to become a NICU nurse and travel around the world

Kayla Alexander

CHEM 120A
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2029
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to pursue a career as a PICU nurse!

Zachary (Zach) Entwistle

CHEM 120A
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Minor: Chemistry
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I plan on attending medical school to become an orthopedic surgeon.

Emma Crask

CHEM 120A
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I am hoping to become an OR travel nurse and going to graduate school to become a nurse practitioner.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Chemistry Club, Student Nurses Association, Pickleball Club

Ben Murphy

CHEM 120A
Major: Biological Sciences
Minor: Chemistry
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 131, PHYS 132, ME 262, CHEM 120A
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Dentist or Lawyer

Simone Maharjan (She/Her/Hers)

CHEM 120A
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: August 2028
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 120B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: My career goal is to become a nurse, but I’m also very interested in education and mentoring. In nursing, we often educate patients about their health, and we also collaborate with other professionals. Serving as an SI Leader helps me practice explaining complex concepts in ways that are easy to understand, which is exactly what I’ll be doing in my nursing career.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I’ve been involved in volunteer work with community health events where I assisted in organizing and supporting patient education sessions. I’ve also participated in student organizations that focus on leadership and service. These experiences have helped me build time-management and teamwork skills that I can bring into my work as an SI Leader.

Jeremiah Ansah (He/Him/His)

CHEM 121A
Major:  Chemistry - ACS Certified in Biochemistry
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2029
Future Job Hopes/Prospects:  I want to be a medical doctor
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am a Meridian Scholar and Honors student at SIUE, serving as a Kimmel Belonging and Engagement Student Ambassador, Cougar Connector, ICLES Researcher, URCA Student Assistant, ELIAS DS Cohort 2026 member, Summer Student Coordinator, and Student Tutor\. I am also actively involved in several campus organizations, including Cru, the Honors Student Association, the Honors Multicultural EXCEL Club, and the Chemistry Club.

Mya Bowe

CHEM 121A
Major: Pharmacy
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Pharmacist
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Women’s tennis team

Jake Whetsell

CHEM 121A
Major: Exercise Science
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Physical Therapist

Eli Parr

CHEM 121B
Major: Chemistry - ACS Certified in Biochemistry
Minor: Spanish
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to go to medical school and get my MD and potentially practice in emergency medicine, however I also have desires of obtaining my Ph. D. as well and go into research.
Do you have any other important information you would like to share? (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am very active in the honors program and subsequently the Honors Student Association (HSA). With the honors program I am seated on a board alongside fellow pre-health students where we organize events and resources for other pre-health students to help them on their academic journeys. I also work in Dr. Sumita's research lab through URCA. During the summer, I volunteer in the emergency department at Springfield Memorial Hospital.

Elise Tadlock (She/her)

CHEM 241A
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Veterinarian
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  President of Pre-Veterinary Club, Provost Scholarship, Alpha Phi Sorority, Order of Omega 

Karizma Casarez (She/her)

CHEM 241A
Major: Chemistry - Forensics Chemistry
Minor: Criminal Justice Studies
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Local/federal agencies as a forensic chemist
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Hispanic Student Union, Chemistry Club, EBAND

Jalia Schoonover (She/her)

CHEM 241A
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Minor: Chemistry
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to attend dental school and become a dentist.

Pooja Agrawal

CHEM 241A
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Computer Science
Minor: Chemistry
Mathematical Studies
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 132
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Working with technology and people!
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Engineers Without Borders and Society of Women Engineers

MP Poormoghim

CHEM 241B
Major: Biological Sciences
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 319, CHEM 241B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I want to become a neurologist.

William Terracina

ECE 210
Major: Computer Engineering
Minor: Mathematical Studies
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Air Force Combat Rescue Officer, Embedded Engineer, Firmware Engineer, Cryptographic Research

Keegan Elliot

ECE 210
Team Leader
Major: Electrical Engineering
Minor: Mathematical Studies
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 132, PHYS 152
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I am seeking an electrical engineering position where I can apply the technical skills I’ve built through various experiences while continuing to learn industry best practices and contribute to meaningful engineering projects.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am currently an Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (URCA) assistant on a cardiac fat-segmentation project, where I support data collection and analysis. I serve as the electrical lead for my university’s Solar Racing Team, am a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), and volunteer each year helping incoming freshmen move into campus housing.

Caleb Conrad

ECON 112
Major: Accountancy
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2029
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: My future career goal is to work in an accounting position, particularly in tax.
Do you have any other important information you would like to share? (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): SIUE Pickleball Club

Purnaben (Purna) Patel

ECON 112
Major: Business Administration - Economics
Business Administration – Finance
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I plan to pursue a career in financial analysis or economic consulting where I can apply analytical skills to solve real-world problems.

Evan Hayes

MS 251
Major: Business Administration - Economics
Business Administration – Finance
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: Dec 2027
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: My future aspirations are to work in the finance world as an analyst or in risk management.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  I work for Mind's Eye Radio in my free time doing audio description at sporting events. Audio description is similar to radio but is for blind or visually impaired listeners and patrons. It is more descriptive than radio, so that the listeners can have an equal or greater experience to those who are sighted. I have done audio description for the St. Louis Blues, Indianapolis Pacers, and Professional Bull Riding. I will also do description for the St. Louis Cardinals, Indiana Fever, and more in the future.

Autumn Evans

MATH 152
Major: Mathematical Studies - Actuarial Science
Minor: Business Administration
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 131
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): John Martinson Honors Program, Honors Student Association, Swim Club, University Band

Dillon Guess

MATH 152
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2029
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to someday be a mechanical engineer for Caterpillar. While there, I would like to be to design or work on construction equipment and machinery.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  I am a project engineer at Keller Construction Inc.

Thy Mai (She/Her/Hers)

MATH 152
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Mathematical Studies
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: MATH 152
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Full stack developer/Software engineer.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Dean's List Spring 2023, Dean's List Fall 2023.

Andrew Rikeralm

MS 250
Major: Economics
Minor: Anthropology
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027

Stefaniya "Steffi" Anikina

MS 250
Major: Accountancy
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: MS 250, MS 251
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I would like to become a financial advisor or an accountant!
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am on the SIUE Women's Tennis team, and I also work as an event staff for Athletics!

Josh Albritton

MS 251
Major: Business Administration - Finance
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I plan to get my masters after I graduate and then work in banking as a financial analyst.

Kennadi Bizaillion

MS 251
Major: Business Administration
Business Administration - Marketing
Minor: Political Science
Pre-Law
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: MS 251
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: After I complete my undergraduate degree, I hope to go to law school and become an attorney. I am not set on a specific practice yet, but find interest in Media, Malpractice, Commercial, or Real Estate Law.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): My 'on-campus' involvements include Mock Trial as an attorney, SIUE Criminal Justice Club as Public Relations Officer, Pre-Law Administration, and am a Note taker for ACCESS! I volunteer a lot of my time to local organizations, some of which include (but not limited to) GotFaith Ministries, Angel Tree, Homeless Outreach, and Meals on Wheels. Vice President of the Entrepreneurs' Club, Member of the Pre-Law Administration, Member of upcoming Phi Alpha Delta Chapter (Pre-Law Fraternity), and a Writer for the Journal of Law and Society

Dhara Patel

NURS 240
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140, BIOL 240A, BIOL 240B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: After completion of bachelors in nursing science, I want to do masters in anesthesiology. My ultimate goal is to be professional CRNA.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am sophomore representative in SNA as well as member of UGSAB.

Jaila Hillmer (She/Her/Hers)

NURS 240
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140, 240A, 250, NURS 240
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I intend to work as an RN then eventually become an FNP.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am an Illinois State Scholar, former Chemistry PLTL leader, current Learning Assistant for the school of nursing, a member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, and peer mentor.

Janissa Williams

NURS 240
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to begin my career as an ICU nurse after graduating nursing school, where I can provide compassionate, patient-centered care while gaining critical care experience before returning to SIUE to pursue my goal of becoming a CRNA.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I enjoy volunteering with Habitat for humanity and am a Provost Scholar.

Steven Falola

PHYS 131
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2027
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Cardiac Surgeon
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I Just got my associate's in science this summer.

Subheksha (Shubu) Paudel

PHYS 131
Major: Mechatronics & Robotics Engineering
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 141
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I am especially interested in robotics, automation, and smart manufacturing, with a long-term goal of contributing to innovative engineering solutions through industry R&D or advanced graduate studies.

Abdulsalam Odofin-Kamorudeen

PHYS 131
Major: Physics
Minor: Mathematical Studies
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Become a physicist exploring how light and matter interact.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Physics Club, Muslim Student Association, John Martinson Honors Program, and 2026 SPS Google Scholarship recipient.

Kevin Chavers

PHYS 141
Major: Industrial Engineering
Class Year: Junior
Past SI Courses Covered: ECON 111
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Engineer

Sean Dias

PHYS 142
Major: Mechatronics & Robotics Engineering
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 132, PHYS 142
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Entrepreneur and inventor driving innovation in defense, energy, biometric security and next-generation transportation technologies; filmmaker and author.

Izzy Mishler-Trerice (She/Her/Hers)

PHYS 151
Major: Chemistry - ACS Certified in Chemistry
Minor: Forensic Sciences
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 151 MATH 152, PHYS 141, PHYS 142, PHYS 152
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to be a Forensic Toxicologist. 
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Member of Dr. Tucker's Research Lab, 2025 ACS Division of Analytical Chemistry Undergraduate Award in Analytical Chemistry, Dr. James Eilers Award in Physical Chemistry, 2026 ACS Division of Physical Chemistry Undergraduate Award

Anna Osborne

PHYS 152
Major: Electrical Engineering
Minor: Mathematical Studies, Physics
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: Spring 2028
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 141, PHYS 152
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Work in a cool lab instead of a lame office
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  Alpha Sigma Tau, Society of Women Engineers, & TRC Math Tutor