Matthew is a junior majoring in Biological Sciences with a minor in Sustainable Food Systems. He is particularly interested in the intersections of academic integrity, generative AI usage, and student–instructor relationships, and how these dynamics influence learning outcomes. A Chandler, Arizona native, Matthew values his Christian faith and devotion to family above all else. With a strong passion for human physiology, he plans to apply to medical school next year and aspires to become a physician-scientist, combining patient care with research.

I am entering my third year as a Biomedical Sciences major with a strong interest in biology education research. Through Project GenZ, I study how Generation Z students perceive academic integrity, trust, and engagement in undergraduate science classrooms. In addition to my academic work, I am gaining clinical experience as a medical scribe at an orthopedic clinic and as a volunteer at a hospice, both of which have strengthened my commitment to patient-centered care. I aspire to pursue a career in medicine, integrating scientific knowledge, research, and compassion into my future practice.