About Us
Alexis Anderson
Program Coordinator MSEd in Biology and Life Sciences Grad Student Hufflepuff |
D-Dre Wright
CIP Intern Chemistry/Mathematics:Medicinal Chemistry/Pharmacology Junior Hufflepuff |
Kayla Baker
Intern Biology major Chemistry and Spanish minors Senior
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Career Aspirations:
Post-Secondary Biology Education On-campus Activities: STEM Scholars Program Coordinator Former Track Athlete/Biology Tutor/Biology Teaching Intern/Bookstore Employee/Intramural Participant Surprising Fact: I like to play golf. Hunter or Gatherer? Gatherer What would you name your debut album? Nerds on Spring Break Celebrity/Fictional Dinner Guest? Kate McKinnon – for the laughs. Inspirational Quote: “”You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take” -Wayne Gretzky ” — Michael Scott One of your Favorite STEM Profs: Dr. Latham-Scott – she’s awesome at making complex concepts digestible and also helps her students feel supported. #goals What’s your best study tip for STEM classes? Peers can be a helpful resource, form a study group! Don’t forget to do things that bring you joy in the meantime. How do you deal with the stress of being a STEM major? Memes…and other things that make me laugh. How do you think we could better support STEM majors on campus? Increase connections to professional opportunities and career-centered learning experiences. |
Career Aspirations:
Radiology On-campus Activities: WOU Women’s Soccer club, Hawai’i Club, Intramurals, Extramurals, mail services courier, chemistry high school outreach coordinator, public relations coordinator, fundraising chair for women’s soccer club, intramural referee Surprising Fact: I’m Half African American and Half Chinese! Hunter or Gatherer? Gatherer Celebrity/Fictional Dinner Guest? Beyoncé….SHE’S BEYONCÉ!!!! Inspirational Quote: “Happiness is key.” One of your Favorite STEM Profs: Dr. Alrene Courtney because she is very helpful and effective in teaching subject matter, especially organic chemistry! What’s your best study tip for STEM classes? Understand the subject rather than memorize it. How do you think we could better support STEM majors on campus? More snacks!!!! |
Career Aspirations:
Physician, MD or DO On-campus Activities: I run the WOU Rock Climbing team! And work in the STEM center! Surprising Fact: I’ve been skydiving! One of your Favorite STEM Profs: LeMaster, he is always friendly and willing to help answer questions What’s your best study tip for STEM classes? Review your notes after every class! Rewrite them to keep everything clear and organized How do you deal with the stress of being a STEM major? Coffee, working out, and hiking when I have time How do you think we could better support STEM majors on campus? More STEM programs/resources |