YingYing Zhu is a sophomore studying Biology and Neuroscience at Nova Southeastern University. Growing up with a passion for science and medicine, she aspires to become an anesthesiologist and contribute to the healthcare industry. Apart from her academic pursuits, YingYing is actively involved in various extracurricular activities such as volunteering at the local animal shelter as well as working at her local pharmacy as a pharmacy technician where she has gained invaluable experience in the healthcare industry and is constantly developing practical skills and growing in her role. In her free time, YingYing enjoys indulging in art and cherishing time with close friends and family.

Esperanza Barrios is a sophomore majoring in Neuroscience and Biology with a minor in Transdisiplinary Studies. Esperanza is currently unsure about what she wants to do after undergrad. She dreams of either going to medical school to study neurology or going to graduate school to get her PhD in neuroimmunoendrocrinology. She works as a committee member in the Student and Campus Life department at Nova, and she is also the president of the Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students. Esperanza is currently working with one of her faculty members doing her independent study. In her spare time, she loves to read, travel, and most importantly, be with her family.

Sara Faruqui is a freshman majoring in Neuroscience with minors in Honors Transdisciplinary Studies, Pre-Health, and Psychology of Health Sciences. As a student in the Dual Admission
Osteopathic Medicine Program, Sara hopes to work in the field of neurology after medical school. Additionally, Sara is Community Service & Co-Events Chair of the Student Alumni Association and a Dual Admission Ambassador. Outside of campus, she continuously works on developing her nonprofit, Healing Hands Community Foundation Inc., to help overlooked
communities in Broward County. In her down time, she enjoys kickboxing and reading.