Jennifer Aggrey
j_aggrey@coloradocollege.edu

What is your name, year, major and minor (if you have one), and your pre-health track of interest?
I’m Jennifer Aggrey, a first-generation college student studying neuroscience with minors in biochemistry and Africana studies, on the pre-med track.
What are some of the things you are involved in at CC?
I’m a student researcher with Anschutz Medical Campus at CU, co-founder of CASU, and co-chair of PANSOCC. I've also done research at Mizzou and CC in neuroscience and physics respectively. I'm also proud to say I've maintained non-STEM commitments despite being pre-med, which includes my work in non-profit.
What is a piece of advice you wish you could give your younger self?
If I could give my younger self advice, I’d say to step out of my comfort zone more and take more risks.
What is something about you that might surprise people?
Some fun facts about me: I can’t snap!

Jessica Aggrey
ja_aggrey@coloradocollege.edu

What is your name, year, major and minor (if you have one), and your pre-health track of interest?
My name is Jessica Aggrey, and I am a senior majoring in Neuroscience with minors in Africana Studies and Chemistry, on a pre-med track at CC.
What are some of the things you are involved in at CC?
I co-founded the Caribbean African Student Union (CASU) and currently serve as co-chair for the Pan-African Student Organization for Cultural and Community (PANSOCC). I am also actively involved with the Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students (MAPS). I work as a student assistant at the Anschutz School of Medicine and have previously conducted research at the University of Maryland School of Public Health. Additionally, I serve as a Sports Medicine Aide at CC.
What is a piece of advice you wish you could give your younger self?
As a first-generation college student, I would tell my younger self to have more self-belief and confidence in my abilities. Also, learn how to study in high school!
What is something about you that might surprise people?
Something that might surprise others is that I can't whistle.

Haley Andrews
h_andrews@coloradocollege.edu

What is your name, year, major and minor (if you have one), and your pre-health track of interest?
My name is Haley Andrews and I am a senior Neuroscience major with minors in Spanish and HBK. I am on a pre-med track.
What are some of the things you are involved in at CC?
I have several jobs on campus including Supply Manager for CCEMS, RA and Front Desk Assistant. I also am the Volunteer Coordinator for ConnectGen where we go Wii Bowling at a senior home!
What is a piece of advice you wish you could give your younger self?
I wish I could tell my younger self to put myself out there and go out for opportunities even if I feel like I'm not "qualified". There's no "right" timeline for pre-health and the worst thing someone could say is no!
What is something about you that might surprise people?
I went on a month-long trip canoeing across Minnesota :)

Caroline Bay
c_bay@coloradocollege.edu

What is your name, year, major and minor (if you have one), and your pre-health track of interest?
My name is Caroline Bay, I am a junior currently from the class of 2026, majoring in molecular biology with minors hopefully in biochemistry and global health. I am on the pre-medical track!
What are some of the things you are involved in at CC?
At CC, I have been a member and e-board member of the Public and Global Health Club for my whole time here. I am a tutor at the QRC, a yoga teacher at the fitness center, and I am a member of the Blue Key Honor Society. Outside of CC, I volunteer at a cat shelter and a respite program for kids with disabilities, and work as a CNA at a skilled nursing facility!
What is a piece of advice you wish you could give your younger self?
I would tell my younger self not to stress so much about the future, which I know is not a unique piece of advice. It is important to know that things work out at their own pace and you do not need to compare yourself!
What is something about you that might surprise people?
I lived in England for 5 years, and that usually surprises people!

Nick Bradley
n_bradley@coloradocollege.edu

What is your name, year, major and minor (if you have one), and your pre-health track of interest?
Molec bio major, HBK minor, MD - pediatric psychiatry.
What are some of the things you are involved in at CC?
CCEMS, Public Global Health Club, CC Club Swim, Sports Medicine Aide.
What is a piece of advice you wish you could give your younger self?
Start volunteering and obtaining clinical hours earlier!
What is something about you that might surprise people?
I love the social part of medicine.

Charlotte Brown
cr_brown@coloradocollege.edu

What is your name, year, major and minor (if you have one), and your pre-health track of interest?
I'm Charlotte Brown and I'm a junior biochemistry major on the pre-medical track!
What are some of the things you are involved in at CC?
I am part of Honor Council at CC and I also got my EMT license through the CC EMT course! Outside of CC, I have worked as a student research assistant at CU Anschutz School of Medicine for the past three summers doing immunology & microbiology research. I also work as a CNA in a variety of long term care facilities.
What is a piece of advice you wish you could give your younger self?
I wish I could tell my younger self to have more fun! College is already stressful enough and its important to find ways to decompress that you enjoy.
What is something about you that might surprise people?
I can sing the alphabet backwards really fast!

Steph Brown
s_brown@coloradocollege.edu

What is your name, year, major and minor (if you have one), and your pre-health track of interest?
My name is Steph Brown, and I am a senior Molecular Biology major and HBK minor. I am pursuing the pre-med track, planning to apply to medical schools in the next application cycle.
What are some of the things you are involved in at CC?
I have been a member of the Varsity Volleyball team here at CC for all four years. I have worked in the Varsity Athletic Training Room since the end of my freshman year. I'm a member of the Health Professions Club, as well as the GEM in STEM club. I was a Lab Assistant in Professor Miska's Advanced Joint Anatomy course this half block, and I recently joined the Aperture Journal as an editor, as they get the journal up and running this semester!
What is a piece of advice you wish you could give your younger self?
I was planning to go pre-PT for the first two years of my college career, and I was very nervous and felt unprepared about making the transition to pre-med. I wish I had known that without realizing and just doing what I enjoy, I had been creating a resume that was also very applicable in that field. There are so many ways to get to each professional field and try to trust that it will all become clear.
What is something about you that might surprise people?
Something that may surprise people is that one class can truly change your mind on your career path. I had that experience my junior year and couldn't be more grateful looking back.

Kelli Dougherty
k_dougherty@coloradocollege.edu

What is your name, year, major and minor (if you have one), and your pre-health track of interest?
Hey everyone! I’m Kelli Dougherty, a Senior graduating in ‘25. I’m majoring in Biochemistry, with minors in Human Biology & Kinesiology and Molecular Biology. After graduation, I’m excited to start a PA/MPH program!
What are some of the things you are involved in at CC?
At CC, I lead Outdoor Ed trips and participate in the Community Engaged Scholars program and Blue Key Honor Society. I’m also involved in the Pre-Health Professions Club. Additionally, I work in the Sports Medicine Department and with CCEMS. I used to play club rugby and soccer, and I still enjoy lots of IM sports whenever I can!
What is a piece of advice you wish you could give your younger self?
My advice would be to try a little bit of everything and see what sticks (as cliché as it is). You never know what passions, people, or experiences might surprise you. And don’t forget about grants—they can really open doors!
What is something about you that might surprise people?
One thing people might not know about me is that I helped deliver an alpaca during my pre-vet days!

Amira Graoui
a_graoui@coloradocollege.edu

What is your name, year, major and minor (if you have one), and your pre-health track of interest?
My name is Amira, I’m a third-year majoring in Neuroscience, minoring in Molecular Biology, and I’m on the pre-dental track!
What are some of the things you are involved in at CC?
CCSGA (Student Government) in DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion), Muslim Student Association, Pre-Dental Club, Middle Eastern & North African Club, Pre-Health Club, and Clay Club!
What is a piece of advice you wish you could give your younger self?
Take everything day by day. Don’t stress for the future too much, things work out how they’re meant to.
What is something about you that might surprise people?
I speak Arabic!

Lily Kersten
l_kersten@coloradocollege.edu

What is your name, year, major and minor (if you have one), and your pre-health track of interest?
My name is Lily Kersten, and I am a junior OBE major. I am currently pre-MD.
What are some of the things you are involved in at CC?
I am the president of Club Rugby and a member of Clay Club, the Substance Use Harm Reduction Club, and the Pre-Health Professionals club at CC. I love weightlifting and making art outside of school!
What is a piece of advice you wish you could give your younger self?
Two pieces of advice I would give my younger self are not to be afraid of failure and to do things that make you happy!
What is something about you that might surprise people?
Something about me that might surprise people is that I am a twin. (My sister goes to school in Vermont!)

Ty Kruger
t_kruger@coloradocollege.edu

What is your name, year, major and minor (if you have one), and your pre-health track of interest?
My name is Ty Kruger. I am a biochemistry major and global health minor. I am planning to apply to Anesthesiologist Assistant programs this spring!
What are some of the things you are involved in at CC?
Pre-Health Professions Club, Global and Public Health Club, Residential Life (previously), Men's Tennis Team, Community Engaged Scholars, Chemistry Research, and I did a semester abroad.
What is a piece of advice you wish you could give your younger self?
Learn for the sake of learning and not to just get a good grade.
What is something about you that might surprise people?
I think orange juice tastes 100x better at night than in the morning.

Brayden Legette
b_legette@coloradocollege.edu

What is your name, year, major and minor (if you have one), and your pre-health track of interest?
My name is Brayden Legette and I am a senior majoring in Molecular Biology with a minor in Biochemistry. I am planning on attending med school and studying for an MD when I graduate from Colorado College.
What are some of the things you are involved in at CC?
The main thing that I am involved in at CC is lacrosse. I am the captain of the Men's lacrosse team here, and being a student athlete has been a huge aspect of my life for the past 4 years. Additionally, I am a member of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), the Black Student Athlete Association (BSAA), pre-health club, as well as a QRC tutor. I also did research in Molecular Biology during the summer and in blocks.
What is a piece of advice you wish you could give your younger self?
One piece of advice that I would give to my younger self, and advice that I still have to remind myself of today, is that the process is a marathon, not a sprint. Frankly, the exact plan that you have envisioned to reach your goals is likely not the route you will end up taking to get there. That does not mean that your goals are unattainable, it just means that things will change, and it is important to move with the punches and just take things one step at a time.
What is something about you that might surprise people?
Something that might surprise people about me is that I am a huge star wars fan, and I pride myself on being the most knowledgeable star wars nerd that I know.

Sartaj Singh
sa_singh@coloradocollege.edu

What is your name, year, major and minor (if you have one), and your pre-health track of interest?
Sartaj Singh, Class of 2026, BioChem Major, Global Health Minor, Pre-Medical track
What are some of the things you are involved in at CC?
Tiger Jazz, MAPS (Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students), BioChem research, CC Bridge Program, Sunbutter (stand up comedy)
What is a piece of advice you wish you could give your younger self?
The advice I would give to my younger self would be to pursue what I am passionate about not what I think would make a "successful" career.
What is something about you that might surprise people?
A surprising fact about me is that I can solve a Rubik's cube sort of fast. I also play the saxophone.

Annabelle Swenson
a_swenson@coloradocollege.edu

What is your name, year, major and minor (if you have one), and your pre-health track of interest?
Annabelle Swenson, Senior, Molecular Biology Major, pre-med - orthopedics or geriatrics. I am super interested in the Medical Humanities, and will be getting my Master’s in Narrative Medicine this fall.
What are some of the things you are involved in at CC?
I am involved in the pre-health club as the volunteer coordinator, Hillel leadership (the Jewish student group), I was a Spiral Fellow at the Chaplain’s Office, I volunteer at a clinic, ConnectGen (volunteering with older adults), and I am an RA. I did clinical orthopedic research last summer, and I do lab work here at CC. I used to be on the frisbee team, I have run a few triathlons, and I’m basically a professional romantic comedy movie watcher.
What is a piece of advice you wish you could give your younger self?
I would tell myself to stop focusing too much on what I thought was the “end goal”. I thought I had a very clear idea of what I wanted and how to get there, and this led to significant anxiety, loneliness, and imposter syndrome. Enjoy the journey!
What is something about you that might surprise people?
I used to play the viola, even though I have no rhythm. I also used to work at an ice cream shop!

Kai Tekacs
k_givens@coloradocollege.edu

What is your name, year, major and minor (if you have one), and your pre-health track of interest?
Kai Takacs, Senior, biochem major, DO track.
What are some of the things you are involved in at CC?
Pre-health club, IM sports, Music ensembles (jazz, concert band, orchestra, flute choir, flute lessons, voice lessons, opera scenes).
What is a piece of advice you wish you could give your younger self?
Start doing MCAT-style practice problems after each class (block plan teaches you to cram, not necessarily retain info).
What is something about you that might surprise people?
I love flying and skydiving.

Ellie Visser
e_visser@coloradocollege.edu

What is your name, year, major and minor (if you have one), and your pre-health track of interest?
My name is Ellie Visser and I am a current senior majoring in Molecular Biology and minoring in Human Biology and Kinesiology. I was accepted to Johns Hopkins School of Nursing this year and will be attending their entry-level nursing program to receive my master's in the Fall.
What are some of the things you are involved in at CC?
At CC, I am a member of Kappa Alpha Theta and work in the athletic training room as the student athletic training aid for the women's soccer team.
What is a piece of advice you wish you could give your younger self?
A piece of advice I wish I could give my younger self would be to talk to more upperclassmen about their experiences in pre-health and to plan better so I could have been able to go abroad.
What is something about you that might surprise people?
Something about me that might surprise people is I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and work in a skilled-nursing facility at home.

Ashlyn Walker
ac_walker@coloradocollege.edu

What is your name, year, major and minor (if you have one), and your pre-health track of interest?
Ashlyn Walker, Senior, Biochemistry major, pre-dental.
What are some of the things you are involved in at CC?
I currently lead the pre-dental club and co-lead the public and global health club. I am also on the e-board for the Blue Key Honor Society. I have been a part of residential life as an RA and an athlete on the cross-country and track teams in years past!
What is a piece of advice you wish you could give your younger self?
I would tell my younger self to be confident and to take myself less seriously!
What is something about you that might surprise people?
I am really good at geography. When I want to procrastinate about anything academic but still feel semi-productive, I quiz myself on all the countries.