Peer Leaders are undergraduate students who support their peers in WISCIENCE programs and courses while learning valuable leadership skills. Find out more about Trisha!
Pronouns: She/her
Major: Biology
Peer Leader for: Exploring Biology
Hometown: Springfield, MO
If you could choose anyone for a mentor, who would it be?
Beyonce! (Because she’s iconic)
What is your favorite place on campus?
Morgridge Hall
What extracurricular activities are you involved in?
Executive Board for Health Entrepreneurs and Leaders, Dialogue Intern with the Office of Inclusive Education, Babcock Worker
What do you like most about Madison?
I love State Street and all of the different restaurant options.
What are your favorite snacks for a study session?
Coffee and Kit-Kats
If you could be any animal, what would you be and why?
I would be a giraffe just to see the world from their perspective.
What is your hidden talent?
I am really good at imessage word hunt.
What is an academic accomplishment that you are proud of?
Becoming a national champion in speech and debate.
What are you looking forward to about being a peer leader this semester?
Meeting new people and helping others explore science.
What sparked your interest in STEM?
Growing up with a father who is an educator instilled in me how important STEM is. I think the way that STEM is evolving every day and helping change the lives of people is very cool.
What is your vision for life after graduation?
Attending medical school.
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