December 27, 2023
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Andre Asarian
Andre Asarian is a senior cadet working towards a BS in Public Health and BA in Political Science at Virginia Tech. His research interests range from rural water supply and its effects on one’s lifestyle to bottled water’s impact on these individuals. He has future medical school goals and is working towards a career in Emergency and Trauma Medicine. While attending VT, Andre spends his time outside school volunteering and working as a Paramedic throughout the Roanoke and New River Valleys. He also enjoys football, basketball, and spending time with friends.
Margaret is a Senior at Virginia Tech, currently working towards her B.S. in Public Health. Following graduation, she is planning on getting her Masters Degree in Nutrition.
Yabi Bereket was a Senior at Virginia Tech working towards a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Health, with a double minor in International Public Policy and Data & Decisions. Following the completion of her undergraduate studies, she plans to further her education by pursuing a Master’s degree, with a focus on exploring opportunities that allow her to combine her areas of interest, including global health and data analysis. She enjoys utilizing these interests for the purpose of understanding and improving health and overall quality of life outcomes for different global communities. Yabi graduated from Virginia Tech in 2023. [last updated 2023]
Madeline was a senior studying Civil & Environmental Engineering at Virginia Tech. After graduating, she plans to continue her education at Virginia Tech as a MS student in Environmental Engineering. Her research interests include drinking water treatment methods and their effects on public health. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, cooking, and puzzles. Madeline graduated in 2023 and is current a graduate student at Virginia Tech. [last updated 2023]
Arpita Das was pursuing a B.S. in Public Health. She has worked at the Carey Lab since her freshman year focusing on understanding freshwater ecosystems while working specifically with Beaverdam and Falling Creek Reservoirs. She also worked at the Cohen Lab helping with a project focused on water bottle quality. Arpita is interested in pursuing an MPH in Epidemiology after graduating from Virginia Tech. [last updated 2023]
Breanna studied Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise; Public Health; and Chemistry at Virginia Tech. She enjoyed working on Appalachian water quality research, as it provided an opportunity to interact with rural communities and serve the individuals within. In her free time, Breanna enjoys weightlifting, archery, kayaking, and hiking. Breanna graduated from Virginia Tech in 2023 and is currently attending medical school to become a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.). [last updated 2023]
Pragya is a senior double majoring in Mathematics and Economics at Hollins University in VA. She enjoys working with data to analyze real-world problems. Her research interest lies in the interdisciplinary fields of Public Policy, Gender, and Development Economics. During her spare time she enjoys reading and listening to music. [last updated 2021]
Josh was an undergraduate student studying biochemistry and history at the University of Virginia (UVA) at Wise. His research interests range from organometallic ruthenium cage complexes to drinking water contamination and public health in the Appalachian region. In his free time, Josh enjoys hiking, kayaking, and volunteering with medical clinics. Josh graduated in 2023. [last updated 2023]
Rachel graduated in the spring of 2022 from University of Virginia’s College at Wise earning her BS in Environmental Science with a focus on Geology. She has a passion for water quality monitoring, management, and equity especially in karst areas, and has participated in several research opportunities in Appalachia, mainly in Southwest Virginia. Apart from assisting in, and conducting her own, research, she enjoys volunteering for several outdoor projects, including the Clinch Water Watch Citizen Science Project and environmental cleanups on Natural Area Preserves along the Virginia Cave and Karst Trail. When she’s not in the field, in class, or in the lab, she can be found playing Dungeons and Dragons or reading a book. [last updated 2022]