Degree and Major: B.S. Molecular Cell Biology
Class standing: Senior
Semesters in PMA: 6
Favorite thing about PMA: One of the most fulfilling experiences I've had in PMA is being able to meet all of our members and getting to know your goals, background, and experiences.
Hobbies: When I'm procrastinating on studying, I'm usually on HawaiianAirlines.com looking for good deals on flights because I love traveling between Oahu and Big Island often. I also like hanging out with my friends, trying new things, and buying things that I probably don't need.
Fun fact: I went to the Eras tour in LA this past summer!
Degree and Major: Public Health and Microbiology
Class standing: Junior
Semesters in PMA: 5
Favorite thing about PMA: The support and sense of community available to our members. Everyone here wants to see each other succeed.
Hobbies: Hiking; Binge-watching Netflix, Hulu, and recently getting into anime; and Food!
Fun fact: I got my first tattoo this past summer in Colorado!
Degree and Major: B.S. Molecular and Cell Biology
Class standing: Senior
Semesters in PMA: 7
Favorite thing about PMA: I love being able to connect with like-minded individuals, while also learning more about the medical field and serving the community.
Hobbies: I enjoy crafting, going to the beach with friends, loving my two cats, eating Korean food, binge-watching TV shows, and giving into my boba addiction.
Fun fact: I like to listen to Animal Crossing lo-fi when I study. :)
Degree and Major: Molecular Cell Biology
Class standing: Senior
Semesters in PMA: 3
Favorite thing about PMA: I love how PMA has allowed me the opportunity to become apart of a larger community of like-minded individuals who have a deep passion for healthcare.
Hobbies: I enjoy going to the gym, cooking and spending time with friends at the beach.
Fun fact: I was one of the first Quarterbacks of Latino decent to named a 3-Star Athlete in Northern California and competed at the Football National Combine.
Degree and Major: Molecular Biosciences and Biotechnology
Class Standing: Sophomore
Semesters in PMA: 2
Favorite thing about PMA: I really enjoy meeting new people who have the same passion for healthcare and love for the community as I do. I also like to hear about other people’s perspective, journey, and experiences.
Hobbies: Journaling, rollerskating, eating good food, and spending time with family and friends.
Fun Fact: I love to travel! One of my favorite dreams is to go on an Asia and Europe tour!
Degree and Major: Marine Biology and Biochemistry
Class Standing: Junior
Semesters in PMA: 2
Favorite thing about PMA: I love how PMA creates a premed community amongst the students here at UHM and facilitates our involvement in all sorts of education, volunteering, and network-based opportunities.
Hobbies: In my free time, I really enjoy reading and helping to monitor all sorts of marine animals through HMAR.
Fun Fact: I speak French and Spanish!
Degree and Major: B.S. Molecular Cell Biology
Class Standing: Junior
Semesters in PMA: 3
Favorite thing about PMA: I love that PMA has allowed me to meet so many wonderful people who also suffer through the arduous journey of going into the healthcare field. PMA provided me with life-long connections and allowed me to serve the community that helped nurture me.
Hobbies: One of my favorite things to do is sleep whenever I can. Aside from that, I really enjoy baking whenever I can and spending money as if I'm a millionaire (I'm not).
Fun Fact: I snatched a cat off the street in August 2023 and her name is Kevin, but turns out Kevin was pregnant. I now have 4 cats.
Degree and Major: B.S. Molecular and Cell Biology
Class Standing: Junior
Semesters in PMA: 3
Favorite thing about PMA: PMA unifies like-minded individuals who help to support each other through the difficult journey of being pre-med. I enjoy networking with other students and people interested in pursuing a career in the medical field.
Hobbies: In my free time I run and organize my own art company, Connor Slavens Designs, where I take landscape photographs and make abstract paintings. I also enjoy studying piano, involving myself in research, and reading.
Fun Fact: I had the privilege of living in Dublin, Ireland for a year where I got to study Medicinal Chemistry at UCD and travel around Europe.