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Biology-Nursing Team Leaders

Paris Kinsley

Major: Nursing
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 240A, CHEM 120B, NURS 240
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I am interested in working in the ICU and eventually becoming a nurse educator.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am a Provost scholar, URCA assistant, SLUH nurse extern at Neuro ICU

Jacob Bivin

Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science, Foreign Languages and Literature - Spanish
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 151, CHEM 241B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Physician
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Rock Climbing Club

Chemistry Team Leaders

Braden Pschirrer

Major: Biological Sciences
Minor: Chemistry
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 121A, CHEM 121B, CHEM 241B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: General Dentist
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Provost Scholar, PLTL Leader, SIUE Student Ambassador

Tripp Zhang

CHEM 121A
Major: Chemistry - Biochemistry
Minor: Asian Studies, Biological Sciences
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 121A, CHEM 121B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to use dentistry to help kids in other countries improve their dental care.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Vice President of Boxing Club, Meridian Scholar

Math-Business Team Leaders

Izzy Mishler-Trerice (She/Her/Hers)

PHYS 142
Major: Chemistry
Minor: Forensic Sciences
Class Year:  Junior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: MATH 152, PHYS 141, PHYS 152
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to be a Forensic Toxicologist. 
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Pudding Club Revamped. 2025 ACS Division of Analytical Chemistry Undergraduate Award in Analytical Chemistry

Olatokunbo "Toki" Aina (She/Her/Hers)

Major: Business Administration - Economics
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: ECON 111
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Finance Professional

Engineering-Physics Team Leaders

Jacob Stephens

PHYS 141
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Mathematical Studies
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 141
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: In the future, I hope to secure a job related to either data science or cybersecurity. I like these fields because they combine the theoretical portion of computer science with real life problem solving.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am currently an Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (URCA) assistant, working on projects related to data science. I am also a member of both the outdoor adventure club and the fencing club.

Tatumn Neville

PHYS 151
Major: Chemistry, Secondary Education
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 151
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: After graduating I hope to either pursue teaching high school chemistry or continue with research in some capacity.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  I am a part of Dr. Cristina De Meo research group and I am also on the competitive cheerleading squad at SIUE!

Aubrey Harris

BIOL 140
Major: Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology
Minor: Psychology
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: In the future, I will obtain a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. After this, I hope to work in school systems to assist students with their speech and communication.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  I am a Provost Scholar who is also involved URCA research, Honors Student Association, National Student Speech Language Hearing Association, and Rotaract.

Carlie Goehl

BIOL 140
Major: Exercise Science
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 240A
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I plan to continue my education and receive my Doctorate in occupational therapy. I hope to work with pediatrics or geriatrics.

Dhara Patel

BIOL 140
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: December 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140, BIOL 240A, BIOL 240B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: After completion of bachelors in nursing science, I want to do masters in anesthesiology. My ultimate goal is to be professional CRNA.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  I am sophomore representative in SNA as well as member of UGSAB.

Chloe Mishler-Trerice

BIOL 140
Major: Speech-Language Pathology
Class Year: 2nd Year Grad Student
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140
Future Job Hopes/Prospects:  I’m on my way to becoming a speech therapist very soon! I’m most interested in working with middle schoolers and/or high schoolers on their speech and language goals.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  I graduated from SIUE in May 2024 with a bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology and Spanish. These days I don’t get involved with much on campus besides SI and being a grad student, which keeps me plenty busy :)

Bina Gurung

BIOL 140
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2028
Future Job Hopes/Prospects:  I plan to become a CRNA and work in critical care settings

Maika Schlechte (She/Her/Hers)

BIOL 140
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to be an ICU nurse straight out of graduation and obtain a critical care license.

Aly Yociss

BIOL 151
Major: Chemistry - Biochemistry
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 151
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I am very passionate about the field of medicine and have hopes of becoming a physician who will greatly enhance the well-being of others.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am a part of chemistry club, I work as a phlebotomist, and I am a figure skating coach. Up until college, I was a competitive figure skater!

Alanis Cameron

BIOL 240A
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140, BIOL 240B, BIOL 250
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I'm hoping to be a nurse in the Emergency Department and eventually be a flight nurse!! I also plan to go back to school to get my masters in education and become a professor!
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am currently the Vice President of the Student Nurse's Association and I am a part of the community based nursing fellowship at the WeCare Clinic in East St. Louis!

Jaila Hillmer (She/Her/Hers)

BIOL 240A
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140, 240A, 250
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I plan on working as a nurse in the adult ICU.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am an Illinois State Scholar and a PLTL leader.

Erin Mansfield

BIOL 240B
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 240B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to work as a registered nurse in Springfield, IL or St. Louis, MO. After working a few years, I would like to do more schooling to become a nurse practitioner!
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  Currently in the honors program

Kallie Havera

BIOL 240B
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140, BIOL 240B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I plan to graduate with my nursing degree in May of 2027. I then plan to work at a hospital for at least two years in the ICU. Then, I will apply for and attend CRNA school to become a Nurse Anesthetist.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I volunteer throughout the year to work towards my SIUE Honors College hours. I am a Junior Class Representative of SNA and have been on the Dean’s list all semesters I have attended SIUE.

Aiden Mably (He/Him/His)

BIOL 250
Major: Nursing
Minor: Business Administration
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: The goal is to work as an RN in the ICU after undergrad. I have been considering grad school so I can practice as an FNP someday in the future.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Part of JMHP at SIUE, Dean's List, Samaritan guide at HSHS

David Ferrier

BIOL 250
Major: Biological Sciences – Medical Science
Minor: Chemistry, Forensic Sciences
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to attend Dental School and become a General Dentist or potentially specialize.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):   I am currently involved with Student Government, URCA, Greek Life, Honors, and Pre-Dental Club.

Duong Nguyen (She/Her/Hers) 

CHEM 113
Major: Chemistry - Biochemistry
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 113, CHEM 121A, CHEM 241B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Chemist or Medical School
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): STEM Ambassador, SIUE Tutoring Center

Allison Russell

CHEM 120A
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 120A
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I want to become a nurse and potentially become a nurse practitioner. I would also like to become a nursing instructor in the future.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am apart of Cru ministries on campus.

John Western

CHEM 120A
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Minor: Chemistry, Exercise and Sports Psychology, Forensic Sciences
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 120B, CHEM 121A
Future Job Hopes/Prospects:  I plan on attending medical school and completing residency to become an orthopedic sports medicine doctor.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am a research assistant with Dr. Wooten in the URCA program. I’m also involved in greek life, honors program, welcome weekend, pre-health club, and In the summer, I volunteer at Springfield Memorial Hospital.

Simone Maharjan (She/Her/Hers)

CHEM 120B
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Sopohmore
Potential Graduation Date: August 2028
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: My career goal is to become a nurse, but I’m also very interested in education and mentoring. In nursing, we often educate patients about their health, and we also collaborate with other professionals. Serving as an SI Leader helps me practice explaining complex concepts in ways that are easy to understand, which is exactly what I’ll be doing in my nursing career.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I’ve been involved in volunteer work with community health events where I assisted in organizing and supporting patient education sessions. I’ve also participated in student organizations that focus on leadership and service. These experiences have helped me build time-management and teamwork skills that I can bring into my work as an SI Leader..

Tripp Zhang

Chemistry Team Leader
CHEM 121A
Major: Chemistry - Biochemistry
Minor: Asian Studies, Biological Sciences
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 121A, CHEM 121B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to use dentistry to help kids in other countries improve their dental care.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Vice President of Boxing Club, Meridian Scholar. 

Jacob Gusse

CHEM 121A
Major: Biological Sciences 
Minor: Chemistry
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 120A, CHEM 241A, CHEM 121B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to go to medical school in the future and pursue a career as a medical doctor.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Pre-Health Hub Ambassador, Volunteer at Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital, URCA Research with Professor Sumita, Cougar Pride Scholarship

Anne "Annie" Strullmyer

CHEM 121B
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: General Dentist
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  Treasurer of the Pre-Dental Association, VP of Recruitment for Alpha Phi, URCA under Dr. Cinnamon VanPutte.

Drake Crider

CHEM 241A
Major: Chemistry - Biochemistry
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 151, BIOL 319, CHEM 241B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: At the moment, I would like to pursue higher degrees in the hopes of eventually returning to a university to teach organic chemistry and conduct research, however, I am open to other pathways from organic chemistry depending on what presents itself.

Paul Bates

CHEM 241A
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 241A, PHYS 131, PHYS 132
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to become a dentist and eventually open my own practice.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am a member of the pre-dental association, campus outreach, and Redhill collegiate ministries on campus and volunteer at Smiles of Hope and Give Kids a Smile dental clinics.

Callie Gephart

CHEM 241A
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Minor: Chemistry
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2026
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Dentist
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):   I am treasurer of the Pre-Dental association and Vice President of the Biology Club. I am also a member of the Pre-Health Hub. I have done research as an URCA assistant with Dr. Tucker, but will be switching to Dr. VanPutte’s lab. I attend a monthly clinic as a volunteer for Smiles of Hope.

Brenden Auerbach

CHEM 241A
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Minor: Chemistry
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: CHEM 241A, CHEM 241B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects:  Hoping to go to medical school and become a diagnostic neuroradiologist.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am a member of Outdoor Adventure club, Student Government, Pre-Health Hub, and a current STEM Ambassador.

Carly Mosier

CHEM 241B
Major: Chemistry - Biochemistry
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 151, CHEM 241A, CHEM 241B
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I would like to be a doctor in the future. I'm passionate about helping others and making a positive impact in their lives.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I'm a part of the Chemistry club, Biology club, Pre-Health hub, and work in an URCA research position.

Shaun Pacatte

ECE 210
Major: Electrical Engineering
Minor: Computer Engineering, Mathematical Studies
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: ECE 210, PHYS 131, PHYS 141
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I am still deciding between grad school and industry.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am currently an Electrical Engineering Co-op at Ameren. I am also an URCA assistant.

Ximena Gonzalez Alfaro

ECE 210
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Minor: Computer Engineering, Mathematical Studies
Class Year:  Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Future Job Hopes/Prospects:  I hope to work in the power industry after I graduate and move into management. Shortly after I graduate I will take the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam as my first step to my Professional Engineers license.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): This past summer I interned at Burns & McDonnell as an Electrical Engineering Intern in the Power global practice. I am also the president of the Society of Women Engineers. Additionally I am a Provost Scholar, and do biomedical research on campus.

Megan You

ECON 111
Major:  Computer Information Systems, Economics
Class Year:  Senior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: ECON 111
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to work somewhere in the tech/automotive industry and be apart of new technological developments that will increase our knowledge in Artificial Intelligence.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): President of Rotaract Club, Vice President of Business ELITE, Vice President of Honors Student Association, Diversity Senator in Student Government, URCA Assistant.

Mohga Massoud

ECON 111
Major: Pharmacy
Class Year:  Sophomore
Potential Graduation Date: May 2030
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: My long-term goal is to become a clinical or ambulatory care pharmacist, where I can work closely with patients and play a meaningful role in improving their health and well-being. I believe that even the smallest efforts like helping someone understand a difficult concept can make a big difference. Tutoring is one of those ways I hope to give back, share what I’ve learned, and encourage others as they work toward their goals.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): PLTL, Meridian Scholarship, MSA Outreach Chair.

Gavin Hegland

FIN 320
Major: Business Administration - Finance
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: ECON 112, FIN 320
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Risk management or project valuation would be my aim job-wise.

Nicholas Witaschek

FIN 320
Major: Business Administration - Computer Information Systems and Bus. Admin. - Finance
Minor:  German
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date:  May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: MS 250
Future Job Hopes/Prospects:  I plan to stay in the St. Louis area and pursue opportunities in Banking, Corporate Finance, Investment Management, and FinTech. My ideal position would allow me to leverage the knowledge I’ve gained during my studies to make a meaningful contribution to an organization. Incorporating my German focus into my work would be an added bonus.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  Incoming Wells Fargo Global Operations Intern for Summer 2025, President-Elect of the Financial Management Association, Member of AIS, Member of ELITE, Mentee in the Regional Business Council Mentor Network, URCA Research Assistant, SIUE Cougar Pride Scholarship Recipient, Homer L. & Helen L. Cox Scholarship Recipient, Dean's List, NeXus Gala Volunteer.

Thy Mai (She/Her/Hers)

MATH 152
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Mathematical Studies
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: MATH 152
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Full stack developer/Software engineer.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Dean's List Spring 2023, Dean's List Fall 2023.

Christian Gomez

MATH 152
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Class Year:  Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to work in renewable energy, specifically nuclear energy
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Meridian Scholarship

Zachary Mueller

MATH 152
Major:  Physics
Minor: Computer Science, Mathematical Studies
Class Year:  Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I'm hoping to pursue a career in nuclear energy or in video game development.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Video Game Development Club.

Annaleise Mishler-Trerice

MS 250
Major: Economics
Minor: Philosophy
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: MS 250
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: After college, I want to gain work experience in my field by working for a Non Governmental Organization. I’m open to different possibilities for employment, and have considered different environments that I would enjoy working in. For example, one possibility I would enjoy is working in the healthcare environment as an economist or business analyst.

Leah Maxwell

MS 250, MS 251
Major: Business Administration - Finance
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: MS 250, MS 251
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to be a financial analyst and make a positive impact in the world of finance.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I'm a member of the Financial Management Association. I'm also a recipient of the Cougar Pride Scholarship and the Johnetta Haley Scholarship.

Stefaniya "Steffi" Anikina

MS 250, MS 251
Major:  Accountancy
Class Year:  Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: MS 250
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I would like to become a financial advisor or an accountant!
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  I am on the SIUE Women's Tennis team, and I also work as an event staff for Athletics!

Shelton Naumann

MS 251
Major: Business Administration - Computer Information Systems
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: MS 251
Future Job Hopes/Prospects:  I want to do data/business/system analytics something along that line. I also like the idea of general IT or solutions architect type work.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I'm in Association of Information Systems.

Maggie Holthaus

NURS 240
Major: Nursing
Minor: Forensic Sciences
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: NURS 240
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I will be graduating this December and beginning a nurse extern position at my local hospital until I obtain my license. I then plan to transition into the new graduate position as an RN on the acute care/swing bed floor. I hope to further obtain my Masters in Nurse Education in the future. I never expected to end up in a med-surg type environment, but I truly had the best experience during my internship this summer. This goes to show the importance of having an open mind throughout nursing school!
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am a current Social Media Coordinator for the Student Nurse Association.

Kennadee Stilson

NURS 240
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: BIOL 140, BIOL 250, NURS 240
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I plan on becoming a NICU nurse after graduating.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  I am currently the president of the Student Nurse Association!

Alyssa Miklik

NURS 240
Major: Nursing
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to be a registered nurse and I would like to work in a hospital. I don't know what area I want to specialize in, but I am open to anything.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I volunteer on Sunday mornings and Tuesday evenings at Metro Community Church. I am also very involved with my youth group and small group within that church as well.

Obinna Ndubuisi

PHYS 131
Major: Mechanical Engineering 
Minor: Mathematical Studies, Mechatronics & Robotic Engineering, Computer Science
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2025
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 131, PHYS 132, ME 262
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: My future job hope is to become the CEO of a mechanical engineering firm, leveraging my skills and passion for innovation to lead the company to success in the field.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I'm on the Geographic Enhancement Award scholarship, President of the Mechanical Honour Society (Pi Tau Sigma), Autonomous Robotics Club, Rockets Club, Member of American Society of Mechanical Engineers, multiple internships at Western Bell (oil and gas engineering production company) in Nigeria

Max Hardiek

PHYS 131
Major: Biological Sciences - Medical Science
Minor: Chemistry
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 131
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Emergency Medicine Physician

Ben Murphy

PHYS 131
Major: Biological Sciences 
Minor: Chemistry
Class Year: Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 131, PHYS 132, ME 262
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Dentist or lawyer

Keegan Elliott

PHYS 132
Major: Electrical Engineering
Minor: Mathematical Studies
Class Year:  Junior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I’m hoping to secure a position in the power industry of electrical engineering. Preferably, I'd appreciate an environment where I have freedom within both design and application.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I'm a member of Cougar Rockets and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

Jacob Stephens

Engineering-Physics Team Leader
PHYS 141
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Mathematical Studies
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 141
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: In the future, I hope to secure a job related to either data science or cybersecurity. I like these fields because they combine the theoretical portion of computer science with real life problem solving.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): I am currently an Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (URCA) assistant, working on projects related to data science. I am also a member of both the outdoor adventure club and the fencing club.

Izzy Mishler-Trerice (She/Her/Hers)

Math-Business Team Leader
PHYS 142
Major: Chemistry
Minor: Forensic Sciences
Class Year:  Junior
Potential Graduation Date: December 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: MATH 152, PHYS 141, PHYS 152
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: I hope to be a Forensic Toxicologist. 
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Pudding Club Revamped. 2025 ACS Division of Analytical Chemistry Undergraduate Award in Analytical Chemistry

Tatumn Neville

Engineering-Physics Team Leader
PHYS 151
Major: Chemistry, Secondary Education
Class Year: Senior
Potential Graduation Date: May 2026
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 151
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: After graduating I hope to either pursue teaching high school chemistry or continue with research in some capacity.
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.):  I am a part of Dr. Cristina De Meo research group and I am also on the competitive cheerleading squad at SIUE!

Benjamin Ottwein

PHYS 152
Major: Physics 
Minor: Mathematical Studies, Chemistry 
Class Year: Junior 
Potential Graduation Date: May 2027 
Past SI Courses Covered: PHYS 131
Future Job Hopes/Prospects: Graduate school or industry 
Other important information (clubs, organizations, internships, scholarships, research work, volunteer work, etc.): Aim high scholarship, URCA research, LaVoute Performance Ensemble (not SIUE affiliated), rock climbing club.