American High School
Science & Medicine
Including: Biology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Studies/Science, Chemistry, Nursing, Nutrition, Public Health, Environment, Animal Science
*For Physics go to the "Tech/Engineering/Math" tab
*For Bio or Chemical Engineering, visit the "Tech/Engineering/Math" tab
*For Psychology please visit the "Social Sci" Tab
Human Biology
Ashley John (c/o 15)
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College: UCSC
Preferred Contact: Email, FB Messenger
Major: MCD Bio
High school activities: Volunteering, teaching
Interested in: Reading, dancing, healthcare/patient care, public health policy
Willing to help with: College application process, Internship advice, High school advice regarding academics, Leadership advice, Time management/organization, General life advice, Anything!
Points of advice regarding applying to college, taking a gap year, or joining the military/workforce: It's ok to have no idea what you want to pursue! And at the end of the day, no matter what university you end up going to, the experience is what you put into it. You can have a great educational experience anywhere, and you never know what doors might open to you while you're there.
Links for students to use: IG: ashleyyjohn Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-john-b385a916b/
Rasika Sudu (c/o 15)
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College: UC Berkeley
Preferred Contact: rasikasudu@berkeley.edu or facebook messenger! (Rasika Sudu)
Major: Cognitive Science
High school activities: DECA, Glee Club, AHSPA Theater, Relay for Life, Sankara Eye Foundation
Interested in: neuroscience, data analysis, kickboxing, singing, henna, dance
Willing to help with: Essay editing, Portfolio/resume review, High school advice regarding academics, High school advice regarding extracurriculars, Volunteering advice, General life advice
Points of advice regarding applying to college, taking a gap year, or joining the military/workforce: No matter what you do, give it your all and learn & grow as much as possible in the process :)
Neuroscience/Cognitive Science* and Studies
*Cognitive Science is an interdisciplinary study across computer science, neuroscience, philosophy, linguistics, and anthropology and psychology.
Public Health
Jessica Shyong (c/o 15)
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College: Johns Hopkins University
Preferred Contact: Facebook Messenger
Major: Public Health
Minor: Economics
High school activities: Mock Trial, DECA
Interested in: Trying new recipes and restaurants! Binge watching Netflix, Hulu, and HBO shows. Playing with my cat. More serious topics: Immigration, (in a general sense), refugees/asylum seekers, climate change, access to healthcare and basic resources.
Willing to help with: High school advice regarding academics, High school advice regarding extracurriculars, Time management/organization, General life advice
Points of advice regarding applying to college, taking a gap year, or joining the military/workforce: Use your resources! Whether that be friends, friends of friends, or teachers, a lot of people want you to succeed. If you’re ever unsure of something, try asking around or googling.
Chemistry/Biochemistry
Neha Akella (c/o 15)
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College: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Preferred Contact: neha3018@gmail.com
Major: Biochemistry
Minor: Chemistry, Neuroscience Certificate (a little shorter than a minor)
Interested in: reading, politics, gaming, anything science related!
Willing to help with: College application process, Internship advice, Essay editing, Portfolio/resume review, High school advice regarding academics, Volunteering advice, Time management/organization, General life advice, Anything!
Points of advice regarding applying to college, taking a gap year, or joining the military/workforce: Don't feel pressured to make any big decisions now. It's okay to not have a complete idea of what you want to be/where you want to go. It's okay to take an extra year or two to figure it out if you need it. Enjoy the experience!
Links for students to use: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neha-akella-7b6471120/
Amy Chang (c/o 15)
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College: Case Western Reserve University
Preferred Contact: axc611@case.edu or Facebook Messenger
Major: Nursing (BSN)
Minor: Psychology
High school activities: DECA, Badminton, House Crew in Theater, Link Leader, Daycare Volunteer, Youth Alive
Interested in: More occupational based: Public Health (infant mortality rates, lead poisoning epidemic, environmental risk factors), Women's Health (want to go into OBGYN), and Mental Health/Behavioral Health. Less serious interests: cooking (ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING), mukbangs, music, bullet journaling, traveling, anime/cartoons
Willing to help with: College application process, Essay editing, Portfolio/resume review, High school advice regarding extracurriculars, Time management/organization, General life advice, Anything!
Points of advice regarding applying to college, taking a gap year, or joining the military/workforce: If you have the opportunity, venture out of California. Although a lot of my close high school friends stayed and went to UCs , I chose to go to college in Ohio. Originally it wasn't my intention to leave but it was probably the best decision I made for myself. It was hard at first but I learned so much from my time in college. I met people from all different backgrounds and perspectives, crossed off things on my bucket list (most notably: became a bartender), and traveled to many different states and countries (Italy, NOLA, Florida, New York, Washington D.C., Canada etc.). Don't limit yourself.
Links for students to use: instagram: yammychangg
Nursing/Nutrition
Lydia Dadd (c/o 16)
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College: Santa Clara University
Preferred Contact: lydiamdadd@gmail.com
Major: Environmental Studies and Political Science
Minor: N/A
High school activities: Water Polo, Swimming
Interested in: Environmental Policy and Advocacy, Sports, Running, Hiking
Willing to help with: College application process, Internship advice, Portfolio/resume review, High school advice regarding academics, High school advice regarding extracurriculars, Time management/organization, Anything!
Points of advice regarding applying to college, taking a gap year, or joining the military/workforce: Talk to current students at colleges to get a better sense of the school, reach out to professors/ TAs often, make time for your friends and yourself— balance is important!!
Links for students to use: http://linkedin.com/in/lydia-dadd
Environmental Studies/Sciences
Animal Sciences
Francesca Carrillo (c/o 17)
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College: Colorado State University
Preferred Contact: francescaacarrillo2017@gmail.com
Major: Animal Science
Minor: N/A
High school activities: M.E.cH.A, Leadership
Interested in: Agricultural Education, taking care of animals, dancing
Willing to help with: High school advice regarding academics, Volunteering advice, Time management/organization, General life advice
Points of advice regarding applying to college, taking a gap year, or joining the military/workforce: Don't be discouraged if your friends are applying to 'big name' colleges. Find the college that is best for you and where you feel the most at home.
Links for students to use: https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesca-carrillo-5a8713159/
