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22-23 Peer Advisors

  • Kyle graduated in 2023, majoring in bioengineering with a minor in chemistry. Following the pre-med path, Kyle has interests in orthopedics, healthcare ethics, and biotechnology. While at Santa Clara, he was involved as an HPPA Lead Peer Advisor, BMES Project Director, and member of Theta Tau, as well as completing undergraduate research with Dr. Mobed-Miremadi. His work experience includes a healthcare ethics internship, clinical research, as well as a Systems Engineering Internship at Roche. Outside of the classroom, Kyle enjoys rock climbing, chess, and video games.

  • Luke graduated in 2023, majoring in biochemistry. Following the pre-med path, Luke has interests in orthopedics, sports medicine, and anesthesiology. While at Santa Clara, he was involved as HPPA's Community Building Chair, a member of Delta Epsilon Mu, as well as completing undergraduate research with Dr. Steven Suljak. His work experience includes clinical research, as well as a chemistry TA. Outside of the classroom, Luke enjoys cooking, fitness, backpacking, and music.

  • Joseph graduated in 2023, majoring in biology with a minor in public health. Following the pre-med path, Joseph has interests in family medicine, pediatrics, global medicine, and healthcare ethics/policy. While at Santa Clara, he was involved as a member of the TriBeta Biology Honors Society, a physics ta/grader, as well as completing a health care ethics internship. He had a medical outreach internship at VAW and was a physics teaching assistant and medical scribe. Outside of the classroom, Joseph enjoys cooking, lifting, soccer, and music.

  • Chelsea is graduating in 2024, majoring in psychology with minors in biology and public health. Following the pre-PA path, Chelsea has an interest in community service. She is involved as a Bronco Health Ambassador, a member of Delta Epsilon Mu, the Pre-PA Club's Events Coordinator, and a Peer Health Educator. She worked as a medical assistant at Action Urgent Care. Outside of the classroom, Chelsea enjoys tennis.

  • Nisha graduated in 2023, majoring in neuroscience with a minor in biology. Following the pre-PA path, Nisha has interests in psychiatry, surgery, primary care, and healthcare ethics. While at Santa Clara, she was involved in HPPA as an executive board member and was the Pre-PA Club's Vice President. She worked as an intern for an oncology surgeon and had an externship for an MA program. Outside of the classroom, Nisha enjoys competitive roller skating and piano.

  • Francis is graduating in 2024, with a major in public health with a minor in biology. Following the pre-NP and pre-PA path, Francis is interested in a career in healthcare that emphasizes public health. He is involved in Delta Epsilon Mu, SCU EMS, and the pre-PA club (treasurer) as well as completing undergraduate research with Dr. Chang. His work experience includes a healthcare ethics internship and work in the Valeriote-Goldman program. Outside of the classroom, Francis enjoys basketball, water polo, and hiking.

  • Isabella is graduating in 2024, majoring in neuroscience with a minor in biology. Following the pre-med path, Isabella has interests in oncology and emergency medicine. At Santa Clara, she is HPPA's co-president, works at the Office of Accessible Education (OAE), in the University Honors Program, a Hackworth Fellow, and an undergraduate research assistant in Dr. Benjamin Stokes' organic chemistry lab. Outside of the classroom, Isabella enjoys art, flying planes, piano, guitar, and going to the beach.

  • Sydney graduated in 2023, majoring in neuroscience with a minor in biology. Following the pre-med path, Sydney has interests in oncology, sports medicine, and behavioral health. While at Santa Clara, she was involved in HPPA as the Alumni Outreach Coordinator, a member of the Rho Psi Eta Pre-Health Sorority, as well as completing undergraduate research with Dr. McNelis. Her work experience includes a healthcare ethics internship, a research assistant position at the University of Washington MS Center, work as a Physical Therapist Aide, as well as a biology TA. Outside of the classroom, Sydney enjoys lifting, reading, and long walks!

  • Jonathan graduated in 2023, majoring in biochemistry with a minor in biology. Following the pre-dental path, Jonathan has interests in periodontics and nanotechnology. While at Santa Clara, he was a director for MEDLIFE Engagement, a physics tutor at Mission College, as well as completing undergraduate research in the Wheeler Lab. He worked as a Biochemistry TA/Grader and was a Dental Sterilization Technician. Outside of the classroom, Jonathan enjoys classical piano, biking, hiking, and cooking.

  • Jordan graduated in 2023, majoring in neuroscience and biology with a minor in math. Following the pre-med path, Jordan has interests in anesthesiology, plastic surgery, and spinal surgery. While at Santa Clara, he was involved in ASG, and Delta Epsilon Mu, and was a Neuroscience Peer Advisor, on top of completing undergraduate research with Dr. Chen. His work experience includes being a senior orientation leader. Outside of the classroom, Jordan enjoys cooking, shopping, and being around friends.

  • Kyla graduated in 2023, majoring in public health with minors in biology and Spanish. Following the pre-med path, Kyla has interests in emergency medicine, bioethics, oncology, endocrinology, and Latinx studies. While at Santa Clara, she was involved in SCU EMS, Delta Epsilon Mu, and Safe Sex SCU, and completed a Health Care Ethics Internship. Her work experience includes being a medical assistant, a Kaiser insurance intern, and a community health partnership intern. Outside of the classroom, Kyla enjoys rock climbing, thrifting, cooking, and spending time with friends!

  • Emma graduated in 2023, majoring in neuroscience and biology. Following the pre-optometry path, Emma has an interest in primary eye care. While at Santa Clara, she was involved in TriBeta, Aphio, Vista Center, DA, and the MCC. She worked as a pharmaceutical formulations intern, desk assistant, and embrace facilitator. Outside of the classroom, Emma enjoys tennis, drinking tea, cooking, baking, hiking, and art.

  • Claire graduated in 2023, majoring in biology and dance with a minor in chemistry. Following the pre-PT path, Claire has interests in dance medicine and sports medicine While at Santa Clara, she was involved in HPPA as a Lead Peer Advisor, a member of Delta Epsilon Mu, as well as completing a Miller Center Fellowship. Her work experience includes a healthcare ethics internship, a PT internship, and a CF on campus. Outside of the classroom, Claire enjoys dancing, violin, and hiking.

  • Jenna graduated in 2023, majoring in biochemistry and english with a minor in biology. Following the pre-vet path, Jenna has interests in general practice and mixed animal health. While at Santa Clara, she was involved in PAWS, Sigma Tau Delta, Rho Psi Eta, and Residence Life. She worked as a veterinary assistant & animal care assistant at an emergency veterinary clinic. Outside of the classroom, Jenna enjoys biking, sewing, tennis, and watching Marvel movies.

  • Lindsey graduated in 2023, majoring in biochemistry with a minor in math. Following the pre-med path, Lindsey has interests in neurology, ob/gyn, pediatrics, and anesthesiology. While at Santa Clara, she was involved as a Biochemistry TA and participated in the Dance Department. Her work experience includes researching the subdural hematoma in Logan Health's Neurology Department, as well as experiences in respiratory screening, phlebotomy, and neurosurgery. Outside of the classroom, Lindsey enjoys dancing, hiking, reading, and trying new tea/coffee.

  • Mary graduated in 2023, majoring in neuroscience with a minor in biotechnology. Following the pre-med path, Mary has interests in ophthalmology, ob/gyn, and neurology. While at Santa Clara, she was involved in Delta Epsilon Mu, was a neuroscience peer advisor, and participated in Barkada, as well as completing undergraduate research with Dr. Cocas. Her work experience includes a fellowship for HCEI and working at a research lab at Pandia Health. Outside of the classroom, Mary enjoys biking, crocheting, and trying coffee and food spots!

  • Amrita graduated in 2023, majoring in neuroscience with a minor in biology. Following the pre-med path, Amrita has interests in otolaryngology, OB/GYN, and public health. While at Santa Clara, she was involved in Alpha Sigma Nu, the Global Medical Brigades, and in residence life as well as completing undergraduate research in the Guiton Lab. She worked as a medical scribe. Outside of the classroom, Amrita enjoys traveling, exercising, being a foodie, and spending time with family and friends.

  • Hannah is graduating in 2024, majoring in biochemistry and biology. Following the pre-med path, Hannah has interests in pediatrics, plastic surgery, and cardiology. At Santa Clara, she is involved in Rho Psi Eta, the Chem Club, as well as completing research in the Carter-O’Connell Lab. She worked as a chemistry TA and a medical scribe. Outside of the classroom, Hannah enjoys hiking, cooking, and spending time with family and friends!

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