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Student Advisors 2009 - 2010

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Mia Castro (muc5) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior and plans on taking a year off before medical school. She is involved in the Biology Scholars Program, Global Medical Brigades, and Reach tutors. She enjoys reading, running, and tutoring elementary school children. Her favorite class is Introduction to Neurobiology (BIONB 2220).
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1101, CHEM 3570-3580
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Saif Alzoobaee (sfa6) is concentrating in Microbiology, and plans to attend medical school. He is a member of the Islamic Alliance for Justice, MECA, Amnesty International, Wishmakers, and the boxing club. He spends a lot of his free time at the gym, and enjoys going out with friends and to the gorges. His favorite classes are Human Anatomy and Physiology (NS 3410) and Medical Parasitological (BIOMI 4170). He says, “Relax and enjoy your time here at Cornell. Everything will work out just fine.”
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1102, BIOMI 2900, CHEM 3570-3580
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Lee Gerwitz (lmg73) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior and he plans to attend medical school. Lee participates in Undergraduate Research and is a member of the Ho-Nun-De-Kah Honor Society. He loves to ski during the winter, is an Alfred Hitchcock film fanatic and enjoys playing piano. His favorite classes are General Biology (BIOG 1105-1106) and Genetics (BIOGD 2810). He says, “Take advantage of Cornell’s support services! The student advisors, faculty advisors and TAs are here for you!”
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1105-1106, BIOGD 2810, MATH 1110
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Maxine Ames (mra34) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior. She plans to go to medical school. Over the summer, she worked to help get a new healthcare clinic off the ground and also worked in a pediatric infectious disease lab. Maxine is a member of the Pi Beta Phi sorority, CALS Ambassadors, Rooftop Mayhem Jump Swing Club, and EARS. She enjoys figure skating. Her favorite class is Magical Mushrooms, Mischievous Molds (PLPA 2010). She wants freshmen to know that “You can do it! It may be tough, but we are here to help you succeed!”
 
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Erin Chu (etc23) is concentrating in Animal Physiology. After Cornell, she plans on pursuing a DVM/PhD. Over the summer, she went to Paris for a research internship and on campus she is in the Cornell Pre-Vet Society and the Ho-Nun-De-Kah Honor Society. She also does research in the Sutter lab. She loves to horseback ride, follow the local music scene, cook, and explore Ithaca in her free time. Her favorite classes are Creative Writing (ENGL 2800-2810), Principles of Biochemistry (Auto-tutorial) (BIOBM 3300) and Cell Physiology (BIOAP 3160). She offers this advice, “Don’t be afraid to ask questions! There are so many resources here to help you succeed: use them!”
 
Tutoring: ANSC 3000, BIOAP 3160, BIOAP 3190, BIOBM 3300-3320, BIOEE 2780, BIOMI 2900-2910
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Sophia Ng (sn258) is concentrating in General Biology. After graduation, she plans to attend pharmacy school to become a pharmacist. She is involved in Cornell Tradition, The Red Carpet Society, Ho-Nun-De-Kah Honor Society, CALS Ambassadors, and is an Orientation Supervisor. Outside of classes, she enjoys hanging out with friends, volunteering, working out and playing Letterblox. Her favorite classes are Organic Chemistry (CHEM 3570-3580), Principles of Biochemistry (BIOBM 3310), and Psychology of Social Computing (COMM 2450). Her advice: “Cornell is hard and you will have a rough time with your classes, but if you balance your time well and work through the hard times, you will definitely reap the benefits.”
 
Tutoring: BIOBM 3310-3320, CHEM 2070-2080, CHEM 3570-3580, PHYS 1101-1102
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Gabrielle Rieth (ger22) is concentrating in General Biology. She plans to attend medical school after graduating. She is involved in the Cornell Concert Commission, the Slope Day Programming Board, the Alpha Phi Omega Service fraternity, the Alpha Epsilon Delta Pre-Med Honors fraternity, Up ‘Til Dawn, the Kappa Delta sorority, and is a CALS Ambassador. Her favorite class is Principles of Biochemistry (Auto-tutorial) (BIOBM 3300). She says, “Academics are important, but they aren’t everything. Make sure you make your Cornell years well-rounded ones – there’s more to be learned here than just what’s offered in the classroom!”
 
Tutoring: BIOBM 3300, BIOG 1101-1104, CHEM 3570
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Marshall Yuan (my98) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior. After Cornell, he plans on attending medical school. He is part of Cornell Solar Decathlon, and is a tutor for REACH at Martin Elementary and for the Athletics Department. For fun, he plays basketball and soccer, watches TV, and goes to the movies. His favorite classes are Auto-tutorial Intro Bio (BIOG 1105-1106), Sensory Function (BIONB 4920) and Game Theoretic Methods (ECON 3670). He suggests, “Don’t try to take on too much during your first year. You have four years at Cornell, so take the time to go out and explore!”
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1102, BIOG 1105-1106, CHEM 3570-3580, MATH 1110, PHYS 1101-1102, PHYS 2070-2080, STATS 1710
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James Broughton (jpb77) is concentrating in Genetics and Development. He plans to take a year off before going to graduate school to pursue a career in research. He is involved Cornell Outdoor Education and Outdoor Odyssey. He likes to kayak, hike, bike, draw, and cook. His favorite classes are Magical Mushrooms, Mischievous Molds (PLPA 2010) and Spider Biology (ENTOM 3150).
 
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Kevin Gardner (kfg4) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior and plans on attending medical school after graduation. He is involved in Cornell Club Lacrosse and Cornell Triathlon Club, and works in the Hopkins Lab on campus. He likes to play lacrosse, train for triathlons, scuba dive, and relax by hanging out with friends. His favorite class is Introduction to Neurobiology (BIONB 2220).
 
Tutoring: BIOBM 3300-3320, CHEM 2070-2080, CHEM 3570-3580, PHYS 2270-2280
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Ihuoma Onyewuchi (iuo2) is concentrating in General Biology. After Cornell she plans to take a year off for research, then attend medical school. She is a member of Empathy, Assistance and Referral (EARS) and the Coalition of Pan-African Scholars. For fun, she likes to watch movies and have political and social debates with friends. Her favorite class is Organic Chemistry (CHEM 3570-3580). She suggests, “Plan ahead because that will allow time for you to accomplish your goals.”
 
Tutoring: MATH 1110
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Rong Ma (rm373) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior. He plans on taking a year off after graduation and being a teaching assistant in Qatar, and then he wants to pursue a career in medicine. He is on the Executive Board for the Muslim Educational Cultural Association and is also the Diversity Outreach Chair for the Class Council of 2010. He currently works in the Raguso Lab on campus. He enjoys poetry, volleyball, and old movies. His favorite class was Chemical Ecology (BIONB 3690). He offers, “Pain is temporary. Glory is forever.”
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1104, CHEM 2070-2080, CHEM 3570-3580
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Michelle Zeng (cz49) is concentrating in Biochemistry. She plans to go to medical school. She is the co-president of SAEPE, is a member of the Cornell Salsa Club, and does research in the Feigenson Lab. She likes to swim, ski, cook, salsa dance, and ice skate. Her favorite classes are Organic Chemistry (CHEM 3570-3580) and Biochemistry Lab (BIOBM 4400). She suggests, “Cornell offers a myriad of opportunities to try out new things. You will be missing out big time if you don’t take full advantage of them when you are here!”
 
Tutoring: CHEM 2070-2080, CHEM 3570, MATH 1110-1120, PHYS 2070
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Jill Greisman (jsg74) is concentrating in General Biology, and plans to go to veterinary school, working with large animals. Jill is a member of the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority, an Animal Keeper at the Cayuga Nature Center, and a CARE volunteer. For fun, she swims, sails, reads books and works with animals. Her favorite classes are Animal Physiology Experimentation (BIOAP 3190) and General Microbiology Lab (BIOMI 2911). She suggests, “Go to the OUB for any advice you need or help with planning schedules!”
 
Tutoring: BIOAP 3110, BIOEE 2780, BIOG 1101-1104, BIOMI 2900-2911, BIONB 2210
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Bradley French (btf6) is concentrating in Molecular and Cell Biology, and plans on going to graduate school for biochemistry and pursue a career in research. He is the Executive Production Editor for Triple Helix, Inc. and a member of CURB. He also works in the Cerione Lab on campus. He enjoys spending time with friends, hanging out in the gorges, and photography. His favorite classes are Principles of Biochemistry (Auto-tutorial) (BIOBM 3300) and Computer Graphics and Molecular Biology (BIOBM 3340). He says, “Make sure you take some time to enjoy your first semester. Find out what you love before jumping in the deep end!”
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1104, BIOBM 3300, CHEM 2070-2080, MATH 1110, PHYS 2207
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Hyun Yoon (hjy8) is concentrating in General Biology. After Cornell, she plans to join AmeriCorps, and then go from there! On campus she is part of Art Beyond Cornell (ABC) and works in the Douglas Lab in the Entomology Dept. For fun, she listens to music, watches movies, and draws or paints when she has the time. Her favorite classes are Auto-tutorial Introductory Biology (BIOG 1105-1106), General Microbiology Lab (BIOMI 2911) and Auto-tutorial Principles of Biochemistry (BIOBM 3300). She says, “Just have fun and take classes because you want to take them, not necessarily because you have to take them.”
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1105-1106, BIOBM 3300
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India Reddy (iar4) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior. She plans to enter an MD/PhD program. She is a member of APO, the service fraternity, the Ultimate Frisbee Club team, and is a Resident Advisor. She likes to play Frisbee and play the piano. Her favorite class is Principles of Biochemistry (Auto-tutorial) (BIOBM 3300). She says, “The biology major can definitely be a lot of work at times, but if it’s what you love, you’ll enjoy every minute of it.”
 
Tutoring: BIOEE 2780, BIOG 1101-1104
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Erica Billig (emb77) is a senior in the College of Arts and Sciences, majoring in Computational Biology and minoring in Global Health. Although not completely sure, she will likely get her Masters/PhD in Public Health. She is the philanthropy chair for Alpha Chi Omega, a member of Hillel, and tutors at a local school through REACH. She likes doing craft projects in her free time, and hiking and exploring Ithaca, especially when the weather is nice. Her favorite class last semester was Theoretical Ecology (BIOEE 4600). She says, “The biology major can be challenging and demanding, but you’ll learn a lot and the work is very rewarding.”
 
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Jeff Chen (jmc298) is concentrating in General Biology. After graduation, he plans to take a year off before going to medical school. He participates in the Alpha Sigma Phi fraternity, Golden Key Honor Society, Ho-Nun-De-Ka Honor Society, and a student rock band Hogg Party and does pathological research in the Microbiology department. This summer he is doing research on head and neck cancer. For fun he likes to play guitar and the piano, sing, write songs, hang out with his fraternity brothers, and jam with his band. He suggests, “There’s a time and place for everything and its college.”
 
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Morgan Broccoli (mcb258) is concentrating in Animal Physiology. Over the summer she volunteered in the ER of a hospital and worked at a children’s summer camp. After Cornell, she plans to attend medical school. She is a member of Cornell EMS and Cornell Women’s Equestrian Team. In her free time, she likes to spend time with friends and to go the barn and ride. Her favorite class is Introductory Animal Physiology (BIOAP 3110). She says, “Get involved - you never know who you might meet or what you might learn.”
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1102, BIOAP 3110, BIOAP 3190, BIOAP 4580
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Paul Weiner (pbw6) is concentrating in Animal Physiology, and plans to go to medical school after Cornell. He is involved in Cornell EMS, the Research Paper Magazine and is a member of Phi Delta Theta. For fun, he likes to get involved in Intramural sports, listen to music, and spend time with friends. His favorite classes are Organic Chemistry (CHEM 3570-3580). He says, “Never give up!”
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1102, MATH 1110-1120
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Ina Chen (ic68) is concentrating in Molecular and Cell Biology. She plans on attending medical school after graduation. On campus she is involved in the Phi Sigma Pi sorority and she also works in the Brown lab. She likes to watch movies and read. Her favorite classes include Introductory Animal Physiology (BIOAP 3110), Biochemistry (BIOBM 3310-3320), and Genetics (BIOGD 2810). Her advice for freshman is “In the end, you are in control of your life. Don’t be afraid of making difficult decisions for yourself.”
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1102, MATH 1110-1120, BIOGD 2810, BIOMI 2900, BIOBM 3300
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Farhan Quasem (fmq2) is concentrating in Molecular and Cell Biology and after graduation he plans to attend medical school. He is a Resident Advisor on North Campus, serves on the E-Board of Muslim Students’ Organizations and founded the human rights group Project Nur. For fun, he likes to ride his bicycle, hike, listen to classical music and read Persian poetry. His favorite class is Evolutionary Biology (BIOEE 2780).
 
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Sara Huh (yh248) is concentrating in Nutritional Sciences. After graduation, she plans on attending medical school. She is involved with PATCH, the Korean Students Association and also volunteers at the Loaves and Fishes Soup Kitchen. During her free time, she likes to hang out with friends. Her favorite classes are Organic Chemistry (CHEM 3570-3580) and Nutrition, Health, & Society (NS 1150). She says, “Chin up!” to freshmen.
 
Tutoring: NS 1150
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Angelica Lopez (apl38) is concentrating in Microbiology. After Cornell, she plans to attend graduate school and get a MS or PhD. She is in the Residential Student Congress, and works in the Rodriguez Lab on campus. For fun, she likes to play basketball, ping-pong, and pool. She also likes to bowl and watch plays at Schwartz Performing Arts Center. Her favorite class is General Microbiology (BIOMI 2900). She says, “Cornel is a beautiful campus rich in activities and resources. Make sure you take some time to relax and enjoy it.”
 
Tutoring: BIOBM 3320, BIOMI 2900
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Lauren Quevillon (leq3) is concentrating in Biochemistry. She plans to attend medical school and pursue an MD/MPH. She is involved with Cornell Health International and works as a lab assistant in the Kraus Lab. She likes to watch movies, bake cookies, and hit the gym occasionally. Her favorite class is Biology and Biodiversity of Marine Invertebrates (BIOEE 3730). She suggests, “Take some time for yourself each day; it’s easy to get too wrapped up in work.”
 
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Patricia Green (pcg8) is concentrating in Animal Physiology and plans to take a year off after graduation, before attending medical school. She is involved in Mentorship Program for Young Men and Women, and the Festival of Black Gospel. For fun, she enjoys cooking, playing tennis, watching TV, reading, and shopping. Her favorite class is Mammalian Physiology (BIOAP 4580). She says, “Don’t be afraid to ask for help.”
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1104, PHYS 2207-2208
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Stefanie Aquilina (sda25) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior, and plans to attend dental school. She is a member of Cornell EMS, the Panhellenic Council, Mortar Board Senior Honor Society, and Order of Omesa Honor Society. She likes spending time with friends, watching TV, going out, skiing, and jogging. Her favorite class is Introduction to Neurobiology (BIONB 2220). She says, “Don’t think you’re the only one who is scared about doing well; everyone is scared a little at Cornell. Work hard and trust yourself – you did get here for a reason!”
 
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Vinay Patel (vlp6) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior. He hopes to pursue a MD, followed by a fellowship or post-doc in Neurology or Neurosurgery. He is involved in undergraduate research, is the president of the Student Health Alliance at Cornell (SHAC) and the Cornell Undergraduate Society for Neuroscience (CUSN), the co-President of Cornell Raas Dance Troupe and is a BIOBM 3300 TA. He likes to play sports (pickup and intramural), run through Cornell’s campus listening to music, and hang out with friends. His favorite class is Mammalian Physiology (BIOAP 4580). He says, “There are so many different experiences and opportunities available at Cornell; take self-initiative and enrich yourself by participating in them – you will be pleasantly surprised by the outcome!”
 
Tutoring: BIOBM 3300, BIOG 1101-1104, BIONB 2210-2220, PHYS 1101-1102
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Asad Qadir (aaq4) is concentrating in Microbiology. He plans to go to medical school after graduation. He does research on campus and is a member of the Cornell Computer Reuse Association, the Intramural Basketball Team, and the Ithaca Area Ultimate Frisbee Summer League. He likes to run, play frisbee, and play basketball. His favorite classes are General Microbiology Laboratory (BIOMI 2910) and General Parasitology (BIOMI 3310).
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1104, BIOMI 2900-2910, CHEM 2070-2080
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Matthew Valente (mev27) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior, and plans to attend medical school after graduation. He is involved in Cornell Computer Reuse Association, Up ‘til Dawn, and is a resident advisor and volunteers at Cayuga Medical Center. For fun, works out, lounges around with friends, explores outside, and tries to learn new things. His favorite class is Darwinian Medicine (BIONB 4270). He suggests, “Don’t be afraid to seek help!”
 
Tutoring: BIOBM 3300, BIOEE 2780, BIOG 1101-1104, BIONB 2210-2220
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April Choi (bc294) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior. She plans to either go to graduate school or medical school in Korea after graduating. She volunteers at a Korean Language school and is involved with EARS and also does research in the Reeve lab. Her hobbies include cooking, baking, reading books, watching movies, and hanging out with friends. Her favorite classes are Introduction to Animal Behavior (BIONB 2210) and Principles of Biochemistry (Auto-tutorial) (BIOBM 3330). Some encouragement she has for freshmen: “I once read a quote saying ‘90% of life is showing up.’ Be active, ask for help, interact with people, and learn and enjoy college life.”
 
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Isabelle Hutchings (iah5) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior. She plans to attend medical school after graduation. She participates in Women in Science, Friends of Farm Workers, and Peer Advising. She enjoys riding horses, running, reading, gorge jumping, and hanging out with friends. Her favorite class is Human Sociobiology (BIONB 3310). She says, “Don’t worry, be happy.”
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1101, BIONB 2210-2220, CHEM 2070-2080
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Amelia Luciano (akl32) is concentrating in Plant Biology. She wants to go to graduate school to obtain her PhD, and become a professor. She is a member of the Women’s Rugby team. In her free time she likes to work out, hike, do jigsaw puzzles, and hang out with her friends. Her favorite class is second semester Organic Chemistry (CHEM 3580) because she thinks Professor Sogah is an incredibly intelligent chemist. She says, “Don’t be intimidated by large class sizes. You can always seek help and advice if you need it.”
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1104, BIOGD 2810, CHEM 2070-2080, CHEM 3570-3580, MATH 1110
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Reeva Makhijani (rbm32) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior, and plans to attend medical school after graduation. She is involved in the latest production of the Vagina Monologues, The Research Paper, Cornell Urban Scholars Program, and is a Biology Scholars Study Group Leader and a tutor for LSC Organic Chemistry. Currently, she is working in the Robertson Infant Lab. For fun, she enjoys reading, exercising and spending time with friends. Her favorite classes are Organic Chemistry (CHEM 3570) and Introduction to Feminist, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (FGSS 2010). She encourages, “try to keep up with your work and manage your time. I think that’s the best way to avoid unnecessary stress and anxiety.”
 
Tutoring: BIOBM 3310-3320, BIOG 1101-1102, BIOGD 2810, BIONB 2210, CHEM 3570-3580
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Roslyn Oduro (rao27) is concentrating in Nutritional Sciences. After Cornell she plans to go to graduate school and get a Masters in Public Health. She is the V.P. of Internal Communications of the Coalition of Pan-African Scholars. Her favorite class is Physiological and Biochemical Bases of Human Nutrition (NS 3310). She suggests, “Keep it all in perspective, it’s not the end of the world.”
 
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Lindsay Jaacks (lmj28) is concentrating in Nutritional Sciences, and plans on attending graduate school for Nutritional Epidemiology after Cornell. She wants to eventually work for CDCP and teach. During the summer, she participated in the Hughes Scholar Program and trained for a marathon. She is the Executive Director of Cornell Health International and is also involved with the Ho-Nun-De-Kah Honor Society and does research in a Plant Pathology Lab. She likes to run, cook, and read. Her favorite class is Principles of Biochemistry (Auto-tutorial) (BIOBM3300).
 
Tutoring: BIOBM 3330, BIOG 1105-1106, BIOGD 2810, CHEM 2070-2080, MATH 1110-1120
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Neva Castro (nac33) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior and plans on going to medical school after working for one year. Previously, she has done a summer research program at Duke University and this summer she went to Honduras to set up free health clinics. She participates in REACH and Global Medical Brigades. She has also worked in the Shoals Marine Lab. During her free time she likes to read, draw, and enjoy the outdoors. Her favorite class is Principles of Biochemistry (Auto-tutorial) (BIOBM 3300). She says, “Enjoy the time you have at Cornell, it is a beautiful and resourceful place!”
 
Tutoring: BIOBM 3300, BIOG 1010-1020, CHEM 2070-2080
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Nicholas VanKuren (nwv2) is concentrating in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. After Cornell he plans to get his PhD and/or Masters and do research at a university. He is involved in research at Cornell, and also plans on joining the Raptor program in the fall. For fun he likes to hike and run around Ithaca, and to relax he likes to go the lab, put on some headphones, and pipet. His favorite classes include Genetics (BIOGD 2810), because it was the hardest, but most rewarding course, and The University of Melbourne equivalent of Laboratory in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BIOBM 4400). He says, “Cornell is as hard or as easy as you make it. But you only go through it once, so take advantage of as much as you can – Cornell has A LOT to offer!”
 
Tutoring: BIOBM 3300, BIOEE 2610, BIOEE 2740, BIOEE 2780, BIOG 1101-1104, BIOGD 2810, CHEM 2070-2080, CHEM 3570-3580, PHYS 1101, NTRES 2100
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Anna Barker (akb48) is concentrating in Biochemistry. She plans to take a year off and work abroad in research or public health before applying to MD/PhD programs. She is a Cornell Ambassador, Pre-Orientation Service Trip Leader, a members of the Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity, and also works at St. Paul’s Nursery. She likes spending time with friends on Libe Slope, listening to music, watching movies, and doing crafts. Her favorite classes are Introduction to Psychology (PSYCH 1101) and Introductory Physical Chemistry (CHEM 2870). She suggests, “Try not to worry too much about meeting new people, or not being prepared for your new workload. You’ll learn at Cornell to adapt, plus there are lots of great people you can rely on, both as amazing friends and as helpful study buddies!
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1101, BIOG 1103, MATH 1105-1106, MATH 1110-1120
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Joy Nduka (jan46) is concentrating in Nutrition. She plans to take a year off after graduation and do research or participate in Teach for America. She is a member of the Cornell Elderly Program and participates in research. She likes to listen to music, dance, eat out at different restaurants with friends, and meet new people. Her favorite class is Social Science Perspectives on Food and Nutrition (NS 2450). She suggests, “Never be afraid to ask questions – even if you feel they’re stupid, chances are, there’s at least one person who was thinking that question.”
 
Tutoring: NS 1150, NS 1220, NS 2450
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Krishan Chhiba (kdc42) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior. After Cornell, he plans to pursue a career in medicine. He is in the Cornell Raas Dance Troupe and also does research in the DeLisa lab. He likes to dance, play basketball, and bike around campus. His favorite class is Introduction to Neurobiology (BIONB 2220). He says, “There are so many opportunities available here at Cornell to explore and experience. Stay involved and keep an open mind. Have fun while you are at it!”
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1105-1106, BIONB 2210-2220
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Shawna Tonick (snt7) is concentrating in Genetics and Development, and plans to go to medical school. She is a member of the Rotaract Club, Dazzles Dance Team, CALS Ambassadors, AED Premed Honor Society, and Ho-Nun-De-Kah Honor Society. She likes to dance, knit, read, watch movies, and hang out with friends. Her favorite classes are Developmental Biology (BIOGD 3850), and Human Bonding (HD 3620). She suggests, “Keep an open mind!”
 
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Carly Elston (cae33) is concentrating in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. She plans to get involved with Teach for American before attending medical school. She is involved in the Big Brothers Big Sisters one-to-one match program and the Cornell Steel Band. She loves to cook (and of course eat!). She also likes crafty things like card marking and beading. She also enjoys zoning out in front of the television. Her favorite classes include Chemical Ecology (BIOEE 3690), Principles of Biochemistry (Auto-tutorial) (BIOBM 3300), and Popular Culture in the United States (AMST 2020). Her advice is, “Take a big breath, relax, and make the time to enjoy Cornell. Four year will pass so quickly!”
 
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Ariel Fialko (aaf49) is concentrating in Biochemistry. After Cornell, she plans to work in pharmaceutical sales or go to graduate school for a PhD. Over the summer, she did research for Cornell’s Plant Pathology and Genetics development, and she volunteers at Cayuga Medical Center. She likes to relax by walking her dog in the parks in Ithaca. Her favorite class is Magical Mushrooms, Mischievous Molds (PLPA 2010). She suggests to freshmen, “The transition can be stressful but take time to relax and enjoy your experiences.”
 
Tutoring: CHEM 2070-2080, MATH 1110-1120
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Marc Halperin (mph42) is concentrating in General Biology and plans to attend medical school and pursue a career in psychiatry. He is a Resident Advisor, Undergraduate Research Assistant, Ho-Nun-De-Kah Honor Society member, and Teaching Assistant for BIOBM 3300 and BIOG 1105. He enjoys writing short stories and blogs, working out, listening to music, and dancing when no one’s looking. His favorite classes are Human Bonding (HD 3620) and Human Sociobiology (BIONB 3310). He suggests, “Remember there is so much more to life than academics, so be sure to enjoy all facets of Cornell!”
 
Tutoring: BIOBM 3300, BIOG 1105-1106, CHEM 3570-2580
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Sunna Jo (sj2580) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior. She hopes to attend medical school or a public health school. She is a member of the Executive Board for Cornell Health International, an officer for the Golden Key International Honor Society, and participates in undergraduate research. She enjoys baking, playing volleyball, reading good books, watching Italian movies, and spending time with friends. Her favorite class is Organic Chemistry (CHEM 3570-3580). She suggests, “Take advantage of all of the advising resources available on campus and invest in your relationships.”
 
Tutoring: BIONB 2210, BIOBM 3310-3320
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Joseph Graterol (jag432) is concentrating in Microbiology and plans to attend medical school after graduation. He participates in PATCH, the Ho-Nun-De-Kah Honor Society and volunteers at the Cayuga Medical Center. He enjoys playing soccer and Latin dancing. His favorite class is Principles of Biochemistry (Auto-tutorial) (BIOBM3300). His advice for transfers: “There are tons of opportunities here for anything you can possibly think of, so be proactive but at the same time you’ll recognize that Cornell isn’t as big as it looks.”
 
Tutoring: CHEM 3570-3580
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Stephanie Chu (sc457) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior. After Cornell, she plans on attending medical school. She involves herself with Therapy Thru Music, Cornell Symphony Orchestra, and is an RA at Balch Hall. She also does biomedical research in the Stover Lab. She enjoys playing the violin, swimming, running, baking, and watching TV. Her favorite classes are Introduction to Neurobiology (BIONB 2220), Animal Physiology Lab (BIOAP 3190), The Human Brain and Mind (HD 2200), and Medical Parasitology (BIOMI 4310). She says, “Cornell is a difficult experience and you might feel overwhelmed at times, but just remember that it’s making you a stronger person.”
 
Tutoring: BIOAP 3110, BIOAP 3190, BIONB 2210-2220, CHEM 2070-2080, PHYS 2207-2208
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Naji Wajid (naw39) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior. After Cornell, he would like to pursue some kind of research, either graduate school or an internship, and would like to go to medical school. He is an officer of the Aikido Club and the Muslim Educational and Cultural Association. For fun, he enjoys playing soccer and also watching movies with friends. His favorite classes are Intro to Neurobiology (BIONB 2220), because you get to look at the fascinating aspects of the brain. He says, “Stay organized and always work hard, but don’t get discouraged when things become difficult.”
 
Tutoring: CHEM 3570
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Alice Lu (ayl35) is concentrating in Molecular and Cell Biology. After graduation, she hopes to have an international internship or fellowship for a year or two abroad before entering a PhD or MD/PhD program. She is a TA for Genetics and Autotutorial Biochemistry, runs a BSP Study Group for Organic Chemistry, a CALS tutor, a member of the Cornell Chorale, and a member of Operation DEEP and CHI. She also volunteers with the Ithaca Youth Bureau and Homeless Services of the Tompkins County American Red Cross. She likes to listen to music, dance, watch movies, read, spend time at the beach, and stay active and play sports. Her favorite class is Organic Chemistry (CHEM 3570-3580). She suggests, “Never underestimate yourselves and keep a positive attitude on what should be your adjustment semester here at Cornell. Keep on top of the workload and don’t let yourself fall behind or get overwhelmed – it’s always a thousand times harder to catch up once you’ve stopped keeping pace.”
 
Tutoring: BIOBM 3300, BIOBM 4320, BIOBM 4370, BIOGD 2810, CHEM 3570-3580, MATH 1110-1120
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Luke Poveromo (lpp7) is concentrating in Molecular and Cell Biology, and plans to attend medical school after graduation. He is involved in Cornell Mundial Club Soccer and is a member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity and the Ho-Nun-De-Kah Honors Society. For fun, he likes to play soccer and go to the gym. His favorite classes are Principles of Biochemistry (BIOBM 3310) and Organic Chemistry (CHEM 3570-3580). He says, “Welcome to a fascinating major and get ready to learn a ton of biology!”
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1103, CHEM 2070-2080, CHEM 3570-3580, 2510, BIOGD 2810, BIOBM 3310-3320, BIOBM 4320
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Carlos Arbelaez (caa46) is concentrating in Neurobiology and Behavior. Over the summer, he plans to participate in the Hughes Scholars Program. He plans to get a PhD in neuroscience. He works in the DeLisa Lab, is a member of the Cornell Rugby Club and works as a Cornell Fitness Centers Student Coordinator. He likes to exercise, weight lift, and hang out with friends. His favorite class is Organic Chemistry (CHEM 3570-3580).
 
Tutoring: CHEM 2070-2080, MATH 1110-1120
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Katie O’Leary (cjo39) is concentrating in General Biology. She plans to attend medical school. Besides being a Biology Student Advisor, she is part of the Harrington Lab and is a CALS tutor. She likes to play violin, go running and hiking, and hang out with friends and family. “When I need to relax, I takes a long shower and if I’m stressed on campus, just remind myself to breathe and take things as they some.” Her favorite class is Mammalian Physiology (BIOAP 4580) because the professor is great and he makes the material come to life. She says, “Don’t be intimidated! You’re here for a reason. You will be amazed by what you will accomplish when you believe in yourself.”
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1104, MATH 1110-1120, NS 1150
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Katie Ramsey (kar245) is concentrating in Animal Physiology, and plans to attend medical school after graduation. She is involved in the Army ROTC and is a member of the Kappa Alpha Theta sorority. For fun, she enjoys running, watching movies, reading, and shopping. Her favorite classes are Animal Reproduction and Development (ANSCI 2400) and Animal Physiology Experimentation (BIOAP 3190). She suggests, “Take it slow! You have plenty of time to get all your requirements. Don’t try too much at once.”
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1104, CHEM 2070-2080
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Patricia Eliasinski (pme37) is concentrating in Plant Science. She plans to attend medical school after graduation. She is involved in the Panhellenic Association and Tompkins County Big Brothers Big Sisters Program. She enjoys swimming, reading, watching movies, and listening to music. Her favorite classes include Landscape Architecture’s Identification of Woody Perennials (HORT 3910) and Naturalist Outreach (ENTOM 3350). Her words of encouragement for freshmen: “Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, he turned into a butterfly.”
 
Tutoring: BIOG 1101-1104, CHEM 3570-3580
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Corey O’Brien (cro29) is concentrating in General Biology, and plans to work in an NGO in Europe before attending medical school. He is involved in Cornell EMS, Outdoor Odyssey, Cornell Democrats, and is a member of the Alpha Epsilon Delta Fraternity. For fun, he enjoys bike riding, walking around the gorges and watching movies. His favorite classes are Introduction to Statistics (AEM 2100) and the EMT Certification Course (PE 1200). He suggests, “Take advantage of your resources!”
 
Tutoring: AEM 2100, BIOMI 2900, CHEM 3570
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Ryan Clagg (rac88) is concentrating in Genetics and Development. He plans on either attending medical school or film school after graduation. He is involved in the Kappa Alpha Society, Cornell Film Club, and SHAC. For fun he likes to watch movies and television, play piano, draw comics, and write screenplays. His favorite classes are Genetics (BIOGD 2810) and Screenwriting (FILM 3830). He suggests, “Keep your mind open!”
 
Tutoring: BIOBM 3300-3320, BIOGD 2810