Jason M Maher, a master of public health student, received his bachelor’s degree in music from Duke University. As an undergraduate, he was active in the Duke Symphony Orchestra, Duke Chamber Players, and Duke Afro-Cuban Percussion Ensemble, among other groups. … Continued

Joseph Leshin, a doctoral student in psychology and neuroscience, was adopted and raised in  Los Angeles. He went to college at Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo, Calif., where “I realized I could study what had fascinated me as an … Continued

Isa Cruz is a doctoral candidate in anthropology and a member of The Graduate School’s Royster Society of Fellows. Originally from Mexico, she received her bachelor’s degree in anthropology and Latin American studies from California State University, Chico. Her interdisciplinary … Continued

Xavier Bonner is a doctoral student in biochemistry and biophysics. While an undergraduate student at Morehouse College, he participated in a research program co-sponsored by the Biophysical Society and UNC-Chapel Hill. “This experience not only cemented my dedication to attaining … Continued

Janelle Viera is a doctoral candidate in sociology whose research “focuses on race, ethnicity, migration and social mobility, primarily among Latinxs in the United States,” she says. She is originally from Queens, N.Y., and received her bachelor’s degree in sociology … Continued

Honoreé Brewton is a fourth-year doctoral student within the Behavioral and Integrative Neuroscience Program, and her research focuses on discoveries that could lead to new treatments for alcohol use disorders. Her career plans include a research position in industry. “I … Continued

Austin H. Vo is a doctoral student in sociology. He is from Austin, Texas, and earned his bachelor’s degree in statistics from Williams College in 2018. He is interested in the diverse set of tools offered by research methodology and … Continued

Terika McCall is a Ph.D. candidate in the Carolina Health Informatics Program. She earned her master of public health degree in health behavior and health education from the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor in 2010, and her master of … Continued

Aliosha Barranco Lopez Aliosha is a doctoral student in philosophy. She has a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in philosophy, both from the National Autonomous University of Mexico. She is originally from Mexico City. What made you choose UNC-Chapel Hill … Continued

Richard “Ricky” Burgess is a doctoral student at Kenan-Flagler Business School, with a concentration in organizational behavior. His research centers on leadership, diversity and team dynamics. Prior to UNC-Chapel Hill, he received his bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from the … Continued