Student Insights: Explore Colleges & Programs Firsthand
Get authentic insights about colleges and academic programs directly from students who have been there. Hear real experiences, discover campus life, and make informed decisions about your education journey.
Benjamin Jackson
Biomedical Engineering
Ben is a pre-med undergraduate studying biomedical engineering at Hopkins, pursuing the 3+1 BME master’s track. He enjoys the outdoors, supports the Red Cross, and is active in the National Guard and BME research.
Kaitlyn Lai
Neuroscience & Cognitive Science
Kaitlyn is a Neuroscience & Cognitive Science major at the University of Arizona with minors in Biochemistry and Health & Human Values. She’s involved in neuroscience clubs, PATH, Alpha Epsilon Delta, and a Brain Imaging & TMS Lab.
Nealin Banerjee
B.S. Electrical Engineering
Nealin is an Electrical Engineering student at Georgia Tech, also taking courses in biomedical engineering and materials science. He’s been involved in research, an internship, and various clubs.
Nevan Hanford
Molecular Cell Biology
Nevan is a UC Berkeley Molecular Cell Biology student aiming for a career in emergency medicine. He works as an EMT, researches psychedelic use at the School of Public Health, and previously contributed to neural analysis research at UCLA. He also serves as his fraternity’s Vice President.
Alex Kroumov
Biomedical Engineering B.S./M.S., Applied Math and Statistics B.S.
Alex is an undergraduate at Johns Hopkins University studying biomedical engineering and applied math. He is involved in a design team, research lab, independent project, and the Student Government Association. In the future, he wants to drive innovations in medical technology.
Diya Nath
Major: Neuro and Cognitive Biology
Minor : Neurostatistics and Japanese
Diya is a Neuroscience major at the University of Arizona with minors in Japanese and Bioinformatics. She’s interested in research in neuroscience, gastroenterology, and nutrition. Diya also runs a baking business, tutors math, and was admitted to schools like Georgia Tech and UT Austin.
Niharika Abbaraju
BSMD
Niharika is a Biology major in the University of Toledo’s B.S./M.D. program. She scribes in multiple specialties and researches IL-17 in fungal infections. As a former Helios Scholar, she explored ethics in neuroimaging. She’s also passionate about service and Indian classical singing.
Sohani Sandhu
Biosciences, B.S. and Philosophy, B.A.
Sohani is a junior at Rice University studying Biosciences and Philosophy on the pre-med track. She conducts research in a pediatric leukemia lab and is passionate about DEI advocacy and community support.
Sunny Vakkalanka
Healthcare Studies (BS)
Sunny is a pre-med student at University of Texas at Dallas passionate about healthcare, public health advocacy, and clinical research. Outside of class, he volunteers at a community clinic, participates in Model UN, and writes for a health policy newsletter.
Daniel Collum
BS Mechanical Engineering
Daniel is a junior at Johns Hopkins majoring in Mechanical Engineering, aiming for a career in aerospace. He’s part of the Hopkins Student Wind Energy Team, and is working on blade design.
Ethan Insler
Molecular and Cellular Biology and Mathematics
Ethan is a sophomore at Johns Hopkins, double majoring in Molecular & Cellular Biology and Pure Mathematics on the pre-med track. He’s on the varsity fencing team, president of Phi Gamma Delta, and a member of the pre-med fraternity Phi Delta Epsilon.
Madjid Dahmani
Public Health Studies
Madjid is a junior at Johns Hopkins studying Public Health on the pre-med track. He serves as president of the Student Basic Needs Coalition, supports low-income students, and is also a campus tour guide.
Madeline Leger
Harbert College of Business- Finance Major
Madeline is a rising sophomore at Auburn’s Harbert College of Business, planning to major in finance with a minor in real estate development. She earned her private pilot’s license at 17 and is involved in the Harbert Executive Society, Women in Business, and Zeta Tau Alpha.
Spencer Irwin
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Spencer is a rising junior at Johns Hopkins University studying Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering with research, volunteering, and employment experience in both high school and college.
Ayden Papaccio
Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Energy with a Minor in Electrical Engineering
Ayden co-founded Hy-Voltage LLC, a micro-hydro project awarded $15,000 in SRP grants, inspired by research mentorship from Mrs. Nath. He’s continuing the project at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott with faculty support and pursuing further funding.
Ahmad Riyad
M.A. Philosophy, Politics & Economics; B.A. Philosophy, Politics, Economics & Law
Ahmad Riyad is a master’s student at the University of Arizona, focusing on Law & Economics and social justice. He also directs a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that has secured over $40,000 in government grants and contracts with the cities of Phoenix and Tucson.
Zane Walsh
Multidisciplinary Science
Zane is a fourth-year Multidisciplinary Science major at the University of Oregon with minors in Biology, Chemistry, and Spanish. He’s vice president of a pre-health club, works at an ophthalmology clinic, and enjoys staying active and playing sports.
Arjun Chowhan
Finance
Arjun is a Finance major at Arizona State University and a member of Barrett, the Honors College. He’s passionate about sports, teamwork, and community impact, bringing strong communication and organizational skills to every project.
Rohin Janarthanam
Mechanical engineering
Rohin is a Mechanical Engineering student at ASU Barrett and co-CEO of HyVoltage, a micro-hydroelectric power company. He’s also on the Sun Devil Motorsports Formula SAE team, focusing on engine optimization. Passionate about innovation, he strives to engineer solutions to global challenges.
Ohm Patel
AI (simultaneous with pre-med track)
Ohm is an aspiring physician-scientist studying AI at the University of Arizona. He’s involved in cell biology research, hospital volunteering, and STEM mentorship. In his free time, he enjoys swimming and playing the violin, combining science, service, and storytelling to inspire others.
Garima Harlalka
Accountancy
Garima is an Accountancy major at ASU who understands the challenges new students face. She speaks English, German, Hindi, and some Spanish, and is passionate about helping others feel confident and supported as they navigate college life.
Xieshi Zhang
Electrical Engineering & Computer Sciences
Xieshi is a second-year Electrical Engineering & Computer Sciences student at UC Berkeley. Passionate about electronics, he has mentored high school students in developing impactful, patent-pending projects through DRIPBL and Student Makers.
Gerald Bowers
Electrical Engineering (MSE)
Gerald is an Electrical Engineer pursuing his master’s degree at Arizona State University. Passionate about hands-on learning, he’s always working on new projects and enjoys sharing experiences with others.
Tetianna Smith-Drysdale
Environmental Science
Tetianna is a third-year Environmental Science major with a minor in Science Communication at University of Oregon. She leads research on Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi in the Hallett Lab and actively advocates for environmental justice and climate legislation in Oregon.
Srikanya Balaji Garuda
Cell and Molecular Biology & Computer Science; Program - Stamps Scholarship
Srikanya is a rising freshman at Tulane University, majoring in Biology and Computer Science as a STAMPS Scholar. She will conduct research in The Gao Lab on optimizing therapeutics using natural biology and AI. Her interests include reproductive and gender advocacy, Model UN, archery, and Bharatanatyam.
Aayush Rastogi
Biomedical Engineering
Aayush is a Biomedical Engineering student on the pre-med track at Arizona State University. He researches autism using neural organoids and analyzes cancer survivorship curves. Passionate about health equity, he volunteers with refugee communities and develops engineering solutions for underserved populations.
Dhruv Hassani
Computer Engineering
Dhruv is a rising freshman at Virginia Tech majoring in Computer Engineering and Data Analytics. He’s led robotics research on ocean sustainability, teaches martial arts, and enjoys tennis and guitar. Passionate about data and STEM, he empowers others through community involvement.
