Class of 2026

Zoe Bell

Zoe received a bachelor’s degree in human biology with a minor in psychology from the University of Virginia. She has worked as a volunteer with UVA’s Crisis Helpline and as a staff member at the SF Suicide Prevention Hotline. Zoe has most recently lived in San Francisco, CA, working as a genetic counseling assistant at the UCSF Center for Reproductive Health. Her hobbies include backpacking, reading, and yoga.

 

 

Alex Boshnick

Alex is from Freehold, NJ and received a bachelor's degree with honors in biology and minors in chemistry, marine science, and psychology from the University of Miami. During college, he led Best Buddies as the Vice President, was on an Indian dance team called Hurricane Bhangra, and conducted evolutionary developmental research. After graduation, he worked as a laboratory genetic counseling assistant at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and continued performing with a local bhangra team. Alex’s other hobbies include kickboxing and learning new languages.

 

Caitlin Coker

Caitlin received a dual degree bachelor’s degree in cellular, molecular, and genetic biology and a master’s in biology from Boston University. She was a dedicated student-athlete throughout her career at Boston University, serving as a two-year captain of the varsity softball team and was heavily involved in the student-athlete leadership committees. Prior to Columbia, she worked with Integrated Genetics, Bournelyf Special Camp, Common Care Alliance, and volunteering with Crisis Text Line. Caitlin is originally from Downingtown, PA and enjoys spending quality time with loved ones, sharing music with friends, and staying active.

 

Henry Daumeyer

Henry received a bachelor's degree in biochemistry with minors in history and business from The Ohio State University. During college, he worked as a university tour guide and a student leader for the American Red Cross Club. He also has experience as a patient escort with Planned Parenthood and a volunteer with The Hub of Hope, a homeless shelter and food bank in Philadelphia where he most recently lived. Prior to graduate school, Henry worked at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia as a clinical research coordinator, supporting pediatric patients with Hunter syndrome. His hobbies include board games, hiking, photography, and cooking. Henry is conversational in French.

 

Hannah Doerger

Hannah received a bachelor's degree in biology with a minor in psychology from Xavier University. During college she competed on the track and cross-country team and tutored middle and highschoolers in STEM subjects. Additionally, Hannah has volunteered for Planned Parenthood and as a hospital advocate for Women Helping Women, an agency that supports survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. She was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio and enjoys reading true crime and spending time outside. 

 

Valerie Glass

Valerie received a bachelor’s in integrative neuroscience from Fordham University. During college, she volunteered as a crisis counselor with Crisis Text Line and was a research assistant in Fordham’s Familial Dysautonomia Lab. She also served as the Vice President of Fordham’s club softball team and volunteered in the Best Buddies organization. Valerie is from Fort Lee, New Jersey. Her hobbies include playlist making, drawing, and reading.

 

 

Olivia Hamel

Steinhardt-Goldman Family Scholar

Olivia received a bachelor’s degree in human evolutionary biology with a minor in psychology from Stony Brook University. During college, she served as a skill-based tutor, a peer mentor, and an undergraduate research assistant. Prior to graduate school, she volunteered as a Crisis Text Line Counselor. Olivia is from Brooklyn, NY and her hobbies include reading, singing, dancing, and exploring New York City. She is conversational in Spanish. 

 

 

Katrina Hospes

Katrina received a bachelor’s degree in genetics and psychology from the University of Maryland, College Park. During college, she served as an undergraduate research assistant and participated in a four-year multidisciplinary student-led research program. Katrina has most recently lived in Washington D.C. where, prior to graduate school, she worked as a Crisis Text Line intern and completed a post-baccalaureate fellowship at the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. She is from Parsippany, NJ and her hobbies include reading and yoga. 

 

Christine Huang

Diversity Scholar

Christine received a bachelor's degree in health science with a minor in innovation and entrepreneurship from Boston University. During college, she was president of the Undergraduate Women in Science and Engineering (uWISE) and studied abroad in Switzerland. She also has experience as an undergraduate research assistant, a crisis text counselor, and a genetic counseling assistant. Christine is from New York City and her hobbies include weightlifting, trying new foods, and learning new languages. She is fluent in Spanish, Cantonese, Taishanese, and Mandarin.

 

Alex Keth

Diversity Scholar

Alex received a bachelor's degree in biology from the University of Maryland, College Park. During college, he served as an undergraduate researcher in a neuroscience lab, and a peer supporter for the University of Maryland’s Lean On Me text hotline. Additionally, he worked at Camp JCC in Rockville, MD where he supported young adults who have disabilities. Following graduation, he continued working at Camp JCC and worked as a behavior technician at Proud Moments. Alex’s hobbies include basketball, weight lifting, and hiking.

 

Elizabeth LeBlanc

Elizabeth received a bachelor’s degree in biology with minors in behavioral neuroscience and data science from Northeastern University. During college, she interned as a research assistant across labs studying immunology, the etiology of depression, and photoreceptor development. Prior to graduate school, she worked as a genetic counselor assistant in a cancer genetics clinic at Stanford Health Care. Elizabeth is passionate about LGBTQ+ healthcare and has worked as a crisis counselor for the Trevor Project. She grew up in Connecticut and her hobbies include water coloring, running, and cooking.

 

Jordan Sargent

Jordan received a bachelor’s degree in diagnostic genetic sciences from the University of Connecticut. She has volunteered with GiGi’s Playhouse, the National Organization for Rare Disorders, and Crisis Text Line. Prior to graduate school, she worked as a reproductive genetic counseling assistant at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston with a focus on fetal care. She also holds a certification as a technologist in molecular biology. Jordan is from Cape Cod, MA and her hobbies include reading, spending time with friends and family, and trying new restaurants.