Psychology (PSY) - S/I Leaders

Psychology

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Jasmin Flores

Jasmin Flores

Major: Biology Education 

Jasmin is a Biology Education major. She became an SI Leader because she wants to help other students understand and gain more confidence in challenging subjects. Her goal is to become a science teacher. In her free time, she likes to paint and read. 

 

 

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Dom Gruta

Dom Gruta
Major: Psychology

Dom is a Psychology major with a minor in Human Development from Overland Park, KS. As an SI Leader, she hopes to create a welcoming and encouraging environment for all students. Dom understands that it can be hard to manage challenging subjects on top of other classes as well as life outside of school. She plans on helping her students succeed by providing effective learning strategies and moral support. Ultimately, she hopes to become a child therapist or UX researcher. In her free time, she enjoys thrifting, reading, and trying out new coffee spots - although a perfect day entails all of the above! 

 

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Tammy Nguyen

Tammy Nguyen

Major: Psychological Research

Tammy is from Orange County, and she is a first-year masters student in the Psychological Research program. She became an SI Leader, because she wants to help students understand as well as engage in discussions about the fascinating, yet difficult subject of psychobiology. She hopes to pursue a Ph.D. in Neurosciences and become a professor and mentor to students who are passionate about research. In her spare time, she enjoys baking as well as spending time with friends and family. 

 

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Aria Hamilton

Aria Hamilton

Major: Psychology

Aria is a Psychology major from Long Beach, CA. After completing her bachelor's, she plans to pursue a master’s in Forensic Psychology. She became an SI Leader to help students enjoy and understand Psychobiology as much as she did. In her free time she loves to try new coffee shops, read, and relax with her cat Jade. 

 

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Brissa Barrera

Brissa Barrera

Major: Psychology

Brissa is a 3rd-year Psychology major. She became an SI leader to help students improve their study skills and to help build their confidence when trying to master a difficult subject. She hopes to provide the same guidance and encouragement she received in her SI class. She aspires to go into marriage and family therapy. In her spare time, she enjoys listening to Taylor Swift and watching movies with her sister. 

 

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Emily SIu

Emily Siu 

Major: Psychological Research

Emily is a second-year masters student in the Psychological Research program. She became an SI Leader to assist undergraduate students who are interested in exploring the field of psychology, but are struggling to adapt to the challenges of college life. After graduating, she plans to pursue a PhD in Behavioral Neuroscience and eventually teach and mentor students as a professor. In her free time, she enjoys playing Stardew Valley, singing karaoke with friends, and eating hotpot. 

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Annie Lin

Annie Lin 

Major: Psychological Research

Annie is a second-year master's student in the Psychological Research program. She became an SI leader to help students understand the subject as well as encourage students to become independent learners. After graduation, she hopes to become a doctoral student in a Neuroscience program (with an emphasis on addiction research) to continue her journey in brain and behavior research. She loves to go on long runs and explore new coffee shops/cafes in her free time. 

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Yuliia Davis

Yuliia Davis  

Major: Psychology 

Yuliia is a Psychology Major who hopes to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in working with children and families. She chose to become an SI Leader because of her passion for social sciences and helping others. She also aspires to become a professor someday. In her free time, she enjoys salsa dancing, playing the piano, listening to live jazz, and learning new languages.