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Denton, TX. Majoring in organizational behavior and human resources management 
at the G. Bring Ryan College of Business, Jayden hopes to use her business knowledge 
in a HR or recruiting role in San Francisco, CA. On campus, she is involved in 
intramural team sports, the Professional Leadership Program, and the UNT Honors 
College !esis Defense Program. Jayden’s hobbies include playing sports, cooking, 
and traveling to new places. She is very excited to graduate this May and is ready to 
take on a new stage in life! 

Katelyn Jo France is pursuing a B.S. in biochemistry with an emphasis in biomedical 
engineering and a B.A. in German studies with an emphasis in sustainability at the 
University of Minnesota-Duluth and plans to continue her schooling to get her 
PharmD. She is the founder and CEO of Scientists Making Your Life Easier (SMYLE) 
LLC, a med-tech and mentorship-focused corporation that produces accessible 
life-saving medical equipment while also providing opportunities to underserved 
students interested in pursuing STEM projects and careers. She is currently working 
on a pharmacogenomics project assessing sertraline concentrations in children 
strati"ed by their CYP2C19 genotype. She also works as a barista in her hometown of 
Hinckley, MN, and loves all types of co#ee. Katelyn loves needlework, crocheting and 
3D printing projects, as well as hiking near her home along the North Shore.

Hannah Johnston is a junior at the University of Kentucky studying music education. 
On campus, she is involved in a variety of musical groups including the wind 
symphony, jazz ensemble, and choristers, as well as the UK collegiate chapter of the 
National Association for Music Education. A$er graduation, she hopes to work as 
a band director and eventually study musicology in graduate school. She also loves 
reading, spending time with friends and family, and working on creative projects. 

Annika Le is a third-year student at Seattle University, where she is majoring in 
creative writing and minoring in writing studies. Outside of academics, Annika 
devotes her time to Re-Mixed, the Multiracial Student Association, which she 
founded in 2018 with some of her peers. Annika is also a sta# member of Fragments, 
Seattle University’s literary and arts magazine. A$er graduation, she plans to continue 
pursuing her love of writing.

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Diya Mathur is a junior at Vanderbilt University majoring in neuroscience and 
minoring in business. She plans to pursue an MD/MBA and is interested in working 
at the intersection of healthcare and administrative disciplines to improve health 
delivery practices. On campus, she conducts neuroscience research, serves as a 
member of Vanderbilt Student Government, and represents her school at national 
Bhangra dance competitions. In her free time, you can "nd Diya assembling 
3D-printed prosthetic arms and playing the violin.

In 2019, international student Camila A. Micán obtained her triple BA in political 
science, global & international studies, and history from the University of Kansas 
as part of the Honors Program. Her research focuses on the intersection between 
education and global development, peace building, power and accountability, cultural 
preservation, and grassroots politics. She has worked extensively in England and the 
United States to rede"ne the perspective of Colombia as a “narco-country” and raise 
awareness of the real challenges and marvels of her home country, both as a nation 
and as a state. Camila aspires to have a career in academia and in the non-pro"t 
sector, studying societies around the world and creating equitable education systems 
that will aid in the development of lasting world peace. 

Taylor Mogavero is a senior at Florida State University earning a degree in biology 
with a focus on marine biology. She plans to pursue a career in researching "sheries 
science to provide resources for sustainable "shery management. Taylor is the Take 
Back the Tap coordinator for FSU’s Sustainable Campus and works to discourage 
single-use plastic water bottles and educate others on water insecurity issues. She 
is also a passionate runner and is the co-founder and fourth-year president of the 
Seminole Striders Running Club. 

Kate Murner is a senior honors student at the University of Minnesota-Duluth. She 
will be graduating with a Bachelor of Applied Science in psychology and attending 
the College of St. Scholastica in the fall. She will be pursuing an MBA in Leadership 
and Change, with intentions for a career in dialogic organization development. Kate 
currently enjoys her employment with Laera Coaching and Consulting and hopes 
to continue work in her interests of motivation and persistence. Aside from her 
academics and employment, you can "nd her hiking, biking, and hammocking, while 
enjoying the Minnesota North Shore. 

Katie Nguyen was enrolled in the Honors College at McLennan Community College 
before transferring to the University of North Texas to continue her studies. She is 
currently a junior majoring in English, with a concentration in British literature, and 
plans to minor in linguistics. She is a member of Phi !eta Kappa, Sigma Tau Delta, 
and was a recipient of the Dennis Boe Award for outstanding undergraduate research 
at the Great Plains Honors Conference in Spring 2019. A$er graduating, she plans 
to attend graduate school and hopes to focus her research around queer theory and 
Oscar Wilde. 

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Nityam Rathi recently graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a degree 
in the biological sciences, and minors in chemistry and economics. During his time 
at Pitt, Nityam was extensively involved in the honors community, Global Brigades, 
and community service in addition to research. Outside of class, he loves to go for 
runs and play tennis. Nityam is very interested in learning how to bring data-driven 
methods into science and medicine, ultimately with the goal of leading such research 
e#orts as an aspiring physician.

Teresa Sauer is a senior honors student graduating from Fair"eld University with a 
B.S. in biology and minors in women, gender & sexuality studies and environmental 
studies. She is an active undergraduate researcher, currently conducting studies 
on the impact of storms on lake systems and the e#ect of riparian reforestation on 
streambed denitri"cation. She is also involved in a number of scienti"c outreach 
projects and student advocacy organizations. Teresa is passionate about e#ective 
scienti"c communication and using an integrated, interdisciplinary approach to 
research. A$er graduation, Teresa plans on pursuing a graduate degree in ecology.

Sohum Sheth is a freshman at Northeastern University, originally from Sayville, 
New York. He is pursuing a degree in cellular and molecular biology and a minor in 
economics, with plans to become a physician. Growing up in what is the epicenter 
of Lyme disease, Sohum is passionate about increasing awareness and improving 
prognosis of the disorder, which is the focus of his research. He hopes to build a career 
as a community advocate, working at the intersection of healthcare and business. 
In his free time, Sohum enjoys spending time with friends and family, exercising, 
cooking, and cheering on his New York Yankees.

In 2020, Kaelan Weiss graduated from the University of Minnesota Duluth a$er 
studying physics, mathematics, and art history. His research interests include linear 
and nonlinear wave dynamics and the vertical structure of Lake Superior and other 
large lakes. Originally from Minnesota, he plans to relocate to a coast to continue his 
education in physical oceanography.

Christina Woodrow is a "rst-year Cornelius Vanderbilt Scholar at Vanderbilt 
University. She is considering a double major in economics and computer science, 
as well as a minor in Spanish. On campus, she is involved in Women in Business, 
Women in Computing, and VandyHacks. She is particularly interested in the societal 
implications of both emerging technologies and global challenges like climate change. 
A$er graduation, Christina hopes to further engage with interdisciplinary e#orts to 
solve real-world problems in the realms of science, technology, and public policy.

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