Our Alumni

Hello hello! My name is Freya and I was a neuroscience (neurobiology emphasis) and biochemistry minor here at the UofA that was involved in research with the NET Lab, Sonoran UCEDD Developmental Disabilities certificate, and summer internships. I also was and still am a CAPS Peer Counselor, as well as an inaugural member of the International Chief Science Officer Alumni Board. In undergrad, I participated in NSCSAS, the NSCS Ambassadors, and the Banner Patient Experience Internship. Since graduating, I have been completing my MS1 year with the College of Medicine - Tucson, and hope to become an Arizona pediatrician, and eventually a pediatric oncologist or pediatric immunologist. Feel free to reach out with any questions about undergraduate research or any pre-medicine related questions!

My name is Hanna Nkulu and I am a second-year Clinical Psychology PhD student working under Dr. Lee Ryan in the Cognition and Neuroimaging Laboratory at the University of Arizona. I am on the neuropsychology track of my program and I am currently working on projects studying synaptic health, autobiographical memory, and normal cognitive aging. I enjoy bringing people together, DIYing things, and watching movies.  

Hello! My name is Cam and I served as NSCSAS President ('22-'23), Vice President ('21-'22), Co-Event Coordinator ('20-'21), and Member ('19-'23). My involvement with NSCS organizations (Ambassadors, Peer-Mentor Program, and Nu Rho Psi) gifted me a community of lifelong friends, mentors, and mentees that made my time as an undergraduate special. Since graduating in May 2023, I have worked as an emergency department technician at Valleywise Health Medical Center and as a private chess tutor (open game for any takers). I aspire to become a physician scientist and am currently applying to MD/PhD and MD programs. Please reach out with any questions about: any aforementioned NSCS organizations, general pre-med advice, University of Arizona EMS, Gothard Neuroscience Lab, College of Science Ambassadors, and minors in Spanish, EMS, or Biochemistry.

Hey! My name is Brandon Good! After being a board member for NSCSAS for 3 years, I graduated from the NSCS department in spring of 2023. I had a double major with Computer Science and in NSCS with an emphasis in Neurobiology and a minor in Biochemistry. I’m currently a grad student at U of A studying Computer Science while I work full time as a Software Engineer! My goal is to work for a medical tech or fitness tech company as a Software Engineer! On the side, I’ve been a photographer for about 4 years now and I also love working out, running and getting outside around Tucson!

Hi everyone! I’m Surya Fitzgerald, former NSCSAS secretary, and I graduated in 2023 with degrees in Neuroscience and Hispanic Linguistics. My hobbies include painting, drawing, playing piano, and exercising. While at the UofA I was not only involved in NSCSAS, but also was a part of the NET (Neuroscience of Emotion and Thought) lab at the UofA where I wrote a thesis on creativity and divergent thinking. Since graduating, I have spent time teaching English in Spain and traveling throughout parts of Europe and Asia. Having recently come back to the US, I am now job searching and considering graduate programs. I’d love to talk to any of you! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or if any of what I said resonates with you:)

Hi friends! I'm Dorothy Tung, and I previously served on the NSCSAS executive board from 2019-2022. My most cherished memories of college include studying abroad in Greece and Italy, participating in the Honors Alternative Spring Break program in San Diego, and deepening relationships within Epic Movement and NSCSAS. I'm a Class of 2026 M.D. candidate at the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson pursuing the community service and global health distinction tracks. During my free time, I love nature walks, pickleball, exploring new restaurants, and spending time with family & friends. Feel free to ask me about the Honors Early Assurance Program (HEAP), pre-med/medical school, and local food recs!

Hello everyone, I'm Airen Fortunato! I graduated from NSCS in Spring 2025 with an emphasis in Neurobiology and minors in Biochemistry and Classics. I served as an Intern in Fall 2022, Secretary from 2023-2024, and Treasurer from 2024-2025! I am currently a second-year medical student here at the College of Medicine - Tucson, and I am interested in pursuing a career as a family medicine physician. My favorite NSCSAS memory has to be the 2024 Picacho Peak Hike, or just any of our social events where I got to meet and mingle with my classmates! My favorite NSCS courses were NROS 412 - Molecular Mechanisms of Learning and Memory and NROS 430 - Neurogenetics. In my free time, I enjoy reading, hiking, playing guitar, and cooking! Please ask me any questions about being a first-generation college student and graduate or a medical school!  

Hello everybody, my name is Jake Chester and I am a current 2nd year medical student at the College of Medicine - Tucson. I graduated from UofA in 2025 with a degree in NSCS and Molecular/Cellular Biology! I have served previously as the Vice President ('24-'25), Treasurer ('23- '24), and Intern (spring '23). Some of my favorite memories were with NSCSAS, especially our Active Member Events and Club Crossover events! Though I will always love neuroscience, my professional interest has shifted closer to internal medicine, critical care, and anesthesiology in medical school. In my free time, I love to exercise, cook, try new food, hike, and play sports. Feel free to ask me about medical school, research, or clinical experiences! 

Hey Yall! I am Famesh Patel - a current MS2 at the UA COM-P. I graduated from the uofa in 2025 as a neuroscience major with an emphasis in neurobiology. In my free time, I love working out, playing pickleball, and watching new movies/shows. Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions! 

Hi everyone! My name is Mackenzie and I graduated from the NSCS program in Spring 2026. I am a former President, Secretary, and intern of NSCSAS, so it's safe to say my time in the club was one of the most valuable experiences I had in college. Post graduation, I decided to take a gap year and work in my research lab before applying to Ph.D programs. While I spend most of my time fighting with monkeys or yelling at my MATLAB code, I am grateful to be travelling to multiple conferences this fall to present my research. In my (little) spare time, I enjoy running, binging reality TV, and hanging out with my cat. Feel free to ask me about anything! NSCSAS gave me so much and I am always willing to help anyone who is a part of this amazing club.

Hi! My name is Parker! I am currently taking a gap year and applying to Ph.D. graduate program for next year. I am interested in neuroimaging and disease pathology research. I love trail running, hiking, and playing music. 

Hi everyone! My name is Alanis Dilic and I graduated from the UofA with a Bachelor's in Neuroscience and Cognitive Science (Neuroscience emphasis, Neurobiology focus) and a minor in Biochemistry in Spring 2024. NSCSAS was the heart of my undergraduate experience—not only did it enable professional and outreach opportunities and networking, but it also led to some of the best friendships, experiences, and professional relationships that I'll always be grateful for. Currently, I'm a Class of 2028 PharmD candidate at the UofA College of Pharmacy in Tucson and have a significant interest in emergency medicine pharmacy as well as acute care pharmacy and toxicology. Please feel free to reach out with any questions about NSCS or pharmacy; very excited to meet you all!