SI Leaders
Spring 2025
We have 53 SI leaders and 8 team leaders at SIUE this semester. SI leaders are knowledgeable, qualified students who have taken the targeted SI course on campus and received a good grade. Team leaders are veteran SI Leaders who act as mentors to the members of their content-based team.
If you are interested in becoming an SI Leader, please complete the following SI Leader Application.
In the SI program, we value excellence in all aspects of college life, which includes academics, extracurricular activities, and volunteer work. Our leaders are actively involved in college life. We thought it fitting to showcase our leaders and their accomplishments.
We asked each leader to list their future job hopes and prospects, as well as participation in clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, and volunteer work.
Team Leaders
BIOL-NURS Team
Becca Mueller (She/Her/Hers)
BIOL 250
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140, BIOL 250
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: After graduating from SIUE, I plan on working as a nurse in the ICU and then return to SIUE for the CRNA program.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am the president of the SIUE Student Nurse Association.
Maria Vahling
NURS 240
Major: Nursing
Minor: Forensic Sciences
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 120B, BIOL 140
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I am in the AUGNO DNP - Family Nurse Practitioner program with SIUE. I hope to become an urgent care or corrections nurse practitioner.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am in pickleball club, running club, and blood club. I also work as an Emergency Department Technician and was a Girl Scouts Camp Nurse this summer!
CHEM Team
Braden Pschirrer
Major: Biological Sciences
Minor: Chemistry, Forensic Sciences
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 121A, CHEM 121B, CHEM 241B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: General Dentist
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Provost Scholar, PLTL Leader, SIUE Student Ambassador
Noah Roberts (He/Him/His)
Major: Pharmacy
Class Year: P2
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 113, CHEM 121A, CHEM 121B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I plan to own or work in a community pharmacy as the Pharmacist-in-Charge one day and to know and have personal connections with my future patients. I am currently a Pharmacist Intern for CVS inside of Schnucks.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am currently a P2 student at the School of Pharmacy at SIUE. I have also been a workshop PLTL leader for CHEM 121A/B as well as have worked as a Front Desk Manager (DM) and Resident Assistant (RA) for SIUE University Housing.
MATH-BUS Team
Ana Mueller
BIOL 140
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I want to become a nurse and possibly continue my schooling to become a physicians assistant. I would like to specialize in pediatrics or emergency medicine.
Jayme Greer (She/Her/Hers)
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Mathematical Science
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: MATH 152
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I look forward to a career as a software engineer or software developer with a possibility of pursuing my master's degree to continue to grow my knowledge and understanding of my field.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am a member of the honors program and a Provost scholar.
ENG-PHYS Team
Shaun Pacatte
ECE 210
Major: Electrical Engineering
Minor: Computer Engineering, Mathematical Studies
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: ECE 210, PHYS 131, PHYS 141
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I am still deciding between grad school and industry.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): URCA Assistant (NCL Circuits), IEEE Officer
Maddeson "Maddy" Sparks (She/Her/Hers)
Major: Chemistry - ACS Certified in Biochemistry
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 151
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to work in a biochemistry or organic chemistry laboratory setting after I obtain my masters degree in biochemistry at SIUE.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Currently doing research in Dr. De Meo's lab.
Biology Leaders
Aubrey Harris (She/Her/Hers)
BIOL 140
Major: Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology
Minor: Psychology
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: In the future, I will obtain a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. After this, I hope to work in school systems to assist students with their speech and communication.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am a Provost Scholar who is also involved URCA research, Honors Student Association, National Student Speech Language Hearing Association, and Rotaract.
Ana Mueller
BIOL 140
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I want to become a nurse and possibly continue my schooling to become a physicians assistant. I would like to specialize in pediatrics or emergency medicine.
Sequoia Tyus (She/Her/Hers)
BIOL 140
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I want to work as a RN in a hospital or correctional facility, I also hope to continue my education and go to NP school.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am involved in SNAP, SIUE cheer, and a Welcome Weekend Leader
Aly Yociss
BIOL 151
Major: Chemistry - Biochemistry
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 151
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I am very passionate about the field of medicine and have hopes of becoming a physician who will greatly enhance the well-being of others.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am a part of chemistry club, I work as a phlebotomist, and I am a figure skating coach. Up until college, I was a competitive figure skater!
Carly Mosier
BIOL 151
Major: Chemistry - Biochemistry
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
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.
Jerzie Grob
BIOL 240A
Major: Exercise Science
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 240A
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: PT school starts soon! (I have no clue on a specialty... neuro maybe?)
Carlie Goehl
BIOL 240A
Major: Exercise Science
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 240A
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I plan to continue my education and receive my Doctorate in occupational therapy. I hope to work with pediatrics or geriatrics
Dhara Patel
BIOL 240A
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: December 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140
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.
Kallie Havera
BIOL 240B
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I plan to graduate with my nursing degree in May of 2027. I then plan to work at a hospital for at least two years in the NICU or ICU. Then, I will apply for and attend CRNA school to become a nurse anesthetist.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I volunteer throughout the year to work towards my SIUE Honors College hours. I am a member of SNA and have been on the Dean’s list both semesters I have attended SIUE. I am also a recipient of the Cougar Pride Scholarship at SIUE.
Erin Mansfield
BIOL 240B
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to work as a registered nurse in Springfield, IL or St. Louis, MO. After working a few years, I would like to do more schooling to become a nurse practitioner!
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Currently in the honors program
Becca Mueller (She/Her/Hers)
BIOL 250
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140, BIOL 250
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: After graduating from SIUE, I plan on working as a nurse in the ICU and then return to SIUE for the CRNA program.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am the president of the SIUE Student Nurse Association.
Jaila Hillmer (She/Her/Hers)
BIOL 250
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I plan on working as a nurse in the adult ICU.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am an Illinois State Scholar and a PLTL leader.
Alanis Cameron
BIOL 250
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140, BIOL 240B, BIOL 250
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Critical care nurse, in the future I want to be a nurse educator
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Treasurer for Student nurses association, WeCare fellowship
Chemistry Leaders
Duong Nguyen (She/Her/Hers) 
CHEM 113
Major: Chemistry - Biochemistry
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 113, CHEM 121A
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Chemist or Medical School
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): STEM Ambassador, SIUE Tutoring Center
Mustafa Ihsan (He/Him/His)
CHEM 120A
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Minor: Chemistry, Forensic Sciences
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 132
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Become an attending medical physician, preferably in the field of psychiatry.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I have been a PLTL leader starting my spring semester of my freshman year. I volunteer at Residential Home Health & Hospice and occasionally volunteer at Metro East Human Society at Glen Carbon. I also just joined the chemistry club for this semester. I will also continue my work as a CHEM 120A PLTL leader. I am part of the Arabic club. I also do research with Dr. Daus. (please let me go to med school)
Emily Buss
CHEM 120B
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 120B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: ICU RN at Barnes Jewish Hospital
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Alpha Sigma Tau, Student Nurse Association, URCA Assistant, Order of Omega Greek Honor Society, Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society
Jadon Wing
CHEM 120B
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 240A, CHEM 120B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Become a registered nurse and continue my education.
Anne "Annie" Strullmyer
CHEM 121A
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: General Dentist
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Treasurer of the Pre-Dental Association, VP of Recruitment for Alpha Phi, URCA under Dr. Cinnamon VanPutte
John Western
CHEM 121A
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Minor: Chemistry, Exercise and Sports Psychology, Forensic Sciences
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I plan on attending medical school and completing residency to become an orthopedic sports medicine doctor.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am a research assistant with Dr. Wooten in the URCA program. I’m also involved in greek life, honors program, welcome weekend, pre-health club, and biology club.
Tripp Zhang
CHEM 121B
Major: Chemistry - Biochemistry
Minor: Asian Studies, Biological Sciences
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 121A, CHEM 121B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to use dentistry to help kids in other countries improve their dental care.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Vice President of Boxing Club, Meridian Scholar.
Jacob Gusse
CHEM 121B
Major: Biological Sciences
Minor: Chemistry
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 120A, CHEM 241A
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to go to medical school in the future and pursue a career as a medical doctor.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Pre-Health Hub Ambassador, Volunteer at Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital, URCA Research with Professor Sumita, Cougar Pride Scholarship
Grant Skelton
CHEM 241A
Major: Chemistry - Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 121A, CHEM 121B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: To go to SIUE School of Pharmacy and graduate to become a hospital or compounding pharmacist
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): In chemistry club and pre-pharmacy association
Jacob Bivin
CHEM 241B
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science, Foreign Languages and Literature - Spanish
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 151, CHEM 241B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Physician
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Rock Climbing Club
Drake Crider (He/Him/His)
CHEM 241B
Major: Chemistry - Biochemistry
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 151, BIOL 319
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: At the moment, I would like to pursue higher degrees in the hopes of eventually returning to a university to teach organic chemistry and conduct research, however, I am open to other pathways from organic chemistry depending on what presents itself.
Brenden Auerbach (He/Him/His)
CHEM 241B
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Minor: Chemistry
Class Year: Junior
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 241A
Potential Graduation Date: December 2025
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Hoping to go to medical school and become a diagnostic neuroradiologist.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am a member of Outdoor Adventure club, Student Government, Pre-Health Hub, and a current STEM Ambassador.
Economics Leaders
Olatokunbo "Toki" Aina (She/Her/Hers)
ECON 111
Major: Business Administration - Economics
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: ECON 111
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Finance Professional
Gavin Hegland
ECON 112
Major: Business Administration - Finance
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: ECON 112, FIN 320
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Risk management or project valuation would be my aim job-wise.
Engineering Leaders
Chase Poindexter (He/Him/His)
CS 286
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Mathematical Studies
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: CS 286
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Software Engineer . . . anything really
Josh Erwin
CS 286
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Mathematical Studies
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: CS 286
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Anything related to Software Engineering or Game Design. Ideally, I'd like to win the lottery and retire at 25.
Iretomiwa Idowu (She/Her/Hers)
ECE 210
Major: Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering
Minor: Mathematical Studies, Mechanical Engineering
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 140, ECE 210
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I have always been interested in learning ways you can use software to make hardware smart, which is why I hope to become a robotics engineer and be at the forefront of technological inventions.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am the president of NSBE and ASHRAE, a provost scholar actively involved with the honors program, and an URCA assistant!
Shaun Pacatte
ECE 210
Major: Electrical Engineering
Minor: Computer Engineering, Mathematical Studies
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 131, PHYS 141, ECE 210
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I am still deciding between grad school and industry.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): URCA Assistant (NCL Circuits), IEEE Officer
Management Science Leaders
Nicholas Witaschek
MS 250
Major: Business Administration - Computer Information Systems and Bus. Admin. - Finance
Minor: German
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: MS 250
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I plan to stay in the St. Louis area and pursue opportunities in Banking, Corporate Finance, Investment Management, and FinTech. My ideal position would allow me to leverage the knowledge I’ve gained during my studies to make a meaningful contribution to an organization. Incorporating my German focus into my work would be an added bonus.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Incoming Wells Fargo Global Operations Intern for Summer 2025, President-Elect of the Financial Management Association, Member of AIS, Member of ELITE, Mentee in the Regional Business Council Mentor Network, URCA Research Assistant, SIUE Cougar Pride Scholarship Recipient, Homer L. & Helen L. Cox Scholarship Recipient, Dean's List, NeXus Gala Volunteer.
Stefaniya "Steffi" Anikina
MS 250
Major: Accountancy
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
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!
Kyle Schmitz
MS 251
Major: Business Administration - Finance
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: MS 251
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Gaining a job as a financial analyst after graduation.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Part of Sigma Phi Epsilon and pickleball club
Shelton Naumann
MS 251
Major: Business Administration - Computer Information Systems
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I want to do data/business/system analytics something along that line. I also like the idea of general IT or solutions architect type work.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I'm in Association of Information Systems.
Leah Maxwell (She/ Her/Hers)
MS 250/MS 251
Major: Business Administration - Finance
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: MS 251
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to be a financial analyst and make a positive impact in the world of finance.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I'm a member of the Financial Management Association. I'm also a recipient of the Cougar Pride Scholarship and the Johnetta Haley Scholarship.
Mathematics Leaders
Thy Mai
MATH 152
Major: Computer Science
Class Year: Sophomore
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
Nursing Leaders
Maggie Holthaus
NURS 240
Major: Nursing
Minor: Forensic Sciences
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: NURS 240
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I am still undecided on what specialty I would like to go into, but the pediatrics and surgical fields are of most interest to me right now!
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am a current Social Media Coordinator for the Student Nurse Association
Kennadee Stilson
NURS 240
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140, BIOL 250
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I plan on becoming a NICU nurse after graduating.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am the secretary for the Student Nurses Association
Maria Vahling
NURS 240
Major: Nursing
Minor: Forensic Sciences
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 120B, BIOL 140
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I am in the AUGNO DNP - Family Nurse Practitioner program with SIUE. I hope to become an urgent care or corrections nurse practitioner.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am in pickleball club, running club, and blood club. I also work as an Emergency Department Technician and was a Girl Scouts Camp Nurse this summer!
Paris Kinsley
NURS 240
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 240A, CHEM 120B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to specialize in nursing education and later become a professor of nursing.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am a Provost scholar who's done research in brain differentiation and the hormones that affect that process.
Alyssa Miklik
NURS 240
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to be a registered nurse and I would like to work in a hospital. I don't know what area I want to specialize in, but I am open to anything.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I volunteer on Sunday mornings and Tuesday evenings at Metro Community Church. I am also very involved with my youth group and small group within that church as well.
Physics Leaders
Max Hardiek
PHYS 131
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Minor: Chemistry
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 131
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Emergency Medicine Physician
Obinna Ndubuisi
PHYS 132
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Minor: Mathematical Studies, Mechatronics & Robotic Engineering, Computer Science
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 131, ME 262
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: My future job hope is to become the CEO of a mechanical engineering firm, leveraging my skills and passion for innovation to lead the company to success in the field.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I'm on the Geographic Enhancement Award scholarship, President of the Mechanical Honour Society(Pi Tau Sigma), Autonomous Robotics Club, Rockets Club, Member of American Society of Mechanical Engineers, multiple internships at Western Bell(oil and gas engineering production company) in Nigeria
Paul Bates
PHYS 132
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 131, CHEM 241A
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to become a dentist and eventually open my own practice.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am a member of the pre-dental association, campus outreach, and Redhill collegiate ministries on campus and volunteer at Smiles of Hope and Give Kids a Smile dental clinics.
Jacob Stephens (He/Him/His)
PHYS 141
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Mathematical Studies
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 141
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: In the future, I hope to secure a job related to either data science or cybersecurity. I like these fields because they combine the theoretical portion of computer science with real life problem solving.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am currently an Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (URCA) assistant, working on projects related to data science. I am also a member of both the outdoor adventure club and the fencing club.
Izzy Mishler-Trerice (She/Her/Hers)
PHYS 141
Major: Chemistry
Minor: Forensic Sciences
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: MATH 152
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to be a Forensic Toxicologist.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Pudding Club Revamped
Thu Do (She/Her/Hers)
PHYS 142
Major: Physics
Minor: Mathematical Studies
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: MATH 152, PHYS 131, PHYS 132, PHYS 142, PHYS 151
Tatumn Neville (She/Her/Hers)
PHYS 151
Major: Chemistry, Secondary Education
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 151
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: After graduating I hope to either pursue teaching high school chemistry or continue with research in some capacity.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am a part of Dr. Cristina De Meo research group and I am also on the competitive cheerleading squad at SIUE!
Kimberly "Kim" Radecki
PHYS 152
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Mathematical Studies
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2025
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Ideally, I hope to go into game development however any software development job would be great.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am the president of Games Club. We hold weekly meetings where we play board games, party games, card games, etc. Meetings are open to everyone, so consider stopping by and hanging out with us!
