Nour is a senior majoring in Biomedical Sciences with the long-term goal of becoming a dentist. She is passionate about addressing health disparities and supporting underserved communities through equitable access to care. Nour joined Project GenZ because she believes understanding student experiences and identifying effective support strategies can lead to better outcomes for future generations. She is excited to contribute to research that promotes wellbeing, empowerment, and improved educational environments for all students.

Originally from Albuquerque, New Mexico, Teona moved to Arizona to pursue a B.S. in Biological Sciences with a concentration in Genetics, Cell, and Developmental Biology. She plans to spread awareness and advocate for inclusivity through biology education research and eventually in her practice as a physician.

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Jeyra is a fourth-year student majoring in Biomedical Sciences with a strong interest in forensic science and the long-term goal of becoming a forensic laboratory technician. Having attended university both before and after the pandemic, Jeyra has experienced firsthand the changes in how classes are conducted and is interested in exploring ways the educational system can continue to adapt to future challenges. Through this project, Jeyra is eager to further develop research skills and contribute to meaningful improvements in education.

Kassandra is a senior majoring in Medical Studies with a minor in Psychology. She aspires to become a Physician Assistant, drawn to the flexibility and variety of specialties the field offers. Through Project GenZ, Kassandra is exploring how her generation perceives academic integrity and its role in education. With several years of experience as a tutor, she has observed that students thrive when they are engaged and are eager to understand how relationships with instructors influence their learning.

Emi is a junior majoring in Biomedical Sciences with a special interest in social-behavioral sciences. Outside of the classroom, Emi works as a scribe at several cardiology clinics, coordinates lab activities, and volunteers in the community. Planning to attend medical school within the next two years, Emi is motivated by experiences growing up in a mixed-race household, which provided insight into the unique challenges people of color face in medicine and healthcare. Emi hopes to help erase these barriers and promote equity in patient care.

Summer is a junior majoring in Biological Sciences with plans to pursue Physician Assistant school after graduation. Drawn to the GenZ Project by a longstanding interest in how different teaching approaches shape student learning and success, Summer has become passionate about examining the ways instructors influence not only performance but also student engagement and growth. This research project provides an opportunity to further explore these dynamics and better understand their impact on students’ academic paths.

Len Wang is a third-year student majoring in Biomedical Sciences with a strong interest in moral reasoning and how it shapes human behavior. Through involvement in Project GenZ, Len is dedicated to improving education outcomes for peers and future generations by exploring how technology can be thoughtfully integrated rather than exploited. Outside of academics, Len enjoys singing, painting, ceramic making, thrifting, and diving into research rabbit holes on the internet.

Bio: Tasneem is a first-generation and transfer student born in Phoenix, Arizona, originally from Palestine. She received her Bachelor's degree and Master's degree in Biological Sciences at ASU. Her Master's research examined how to create more supportive online courses for students with depression. Tasneem is currently a 4th year Ph.D candidate and is a recipient of the NSF GRFP and ASU's GCEF. She is studying the relationship between depression in science faculty and specific aspects of academia.

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