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Congratulations to our graduating seniors!

Alexander Cid double majored in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering. After graduating Rutgers, Alexander will be working as a Systems Engineer at L3Harris.
 

Andrew Cruzis from North Bergen NJ. Andrew attended Rutgers University–New Brunswick, where he obtained his Bachelor’s of Arts in Chemistry. Andrew studied the binding properties of water soluble octamine hemicarcerands under Dr. Ralf Warmuth. For his post-graduation plans, Andrew will be pursuing a Ph.D. in chemistry at the University of Michigan beginning the Fall 2020 semester. Andrew ultimately wishes to become a chemistry professor to inspire students to think scientifically.

 

Jeffrey I. Garcia-Sanchez is from Lawrenceville, NJ. Jeffrey attended Rutgers University–New Brunswick, and obtained a Bachelor's of Arts in Biological Sciences. Jeffrey has studied the overexpression of nsLTPs in wheat as well as measuring the impact of exposure to green leaf volatiles for the purpose of combating Fusarium graminearum, a pathogenic fungus, in wheat. He worked under Dr. John McLaughlin, in the department of Plant Biology at Rutgers. After graduating, Jeffrey plans to pursue a Ph.D. in Integrated Biomedical Sciences at the University of South Carolina. Jeffrey ultimately wants to conduct research in virology, and become a professor, so he can guide students who may also want to pursue the sciences.

 

Alexa Garrido majored in Mechanical Engineering with a concentration in Energy. She transferred to Rutgers in Fall 2017 and became a mentor for transfer students in the School of Engineering the following year for the Transfer Integration Program. she interned at TRIAD Consulting Engineers as an engineering intern where she got to work closely with both Mechanical and Electrical Engineers. Alexa is a sister of Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Incorporated where I have held various positions like treasurer, fundraising chair, and historian. She served as an LSAMP ambassador. Alexa plans to obtain a masters degree in mechanical engineering as well as an MBA.

 

Tiyon King has completed her B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering with two minors in Leadership Skills and Women & Gender Studies. During her time at Rutgers University, she has taken a great involvement in the School of Engineering and Black community on campus. She has served as a counselor for the School of Engineering's EOF Program and served on multiple organizations. She served as Freshmen Representative for the Society of Women Engineers. She has also served as the Freshmen Representative, Secretary, External Vice President, Senator, and President of the Minority Engineering Educational Task, the Rutgers University Chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers. She has worked at the Paul Robeson Cultural Center since her freshman year and serves as the Membership Chair for the Collegiate 100. She has studied abroad in the Dominican Republic with the Center for Latino Arts and interned at Johnson & Johnson, Procter & Gamble, and Bank of America. After graduation, Tiyon plans on solo travelling prior to beginning her full-time role as a Technology Analyst.

Brenda Okereke majored in Biomedical Engineering. She served as research chair for 3 years in MEET and as a Research Advisory Board member for Douglass Residential College. She conducted research for over six years and specifically at Rutgers has conducted research on topics ranging from dopaminergic stem cells, spinal cord injury and age related macular degeneration. Her favorite LSAMP experience was volunteering to read to young students for a literacy campaign her sophomore year. She chose to become an LSAMP ambassador to serve at a higher capacity, have a broader impact on the program and share her experiences as a minority in STEM. She interned at Picatinny Arsenal as an Engineering Intern, Matheny Medical Educational Center and as Procurement Intern at Johnson & Johnson World Headquarters. She is also a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated where she serves as the chair of the educational committee. After graduation, Brenda plans to attend a post-bacc program to further her goals of obtaining her PhD or MD/PhD in Biomedical Engineering.

 

Shakir Valentine majored in Environmental Policy, Institutions and Behavior (Human Ecology) in the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. While on campus, Shakir served has a member of Helyar House and as president of the Collegiate 100 Rutgers Chapter. After graduation, Shakir will be working as an Environmental Health Specialist for Amazon. Shakir also plans to obtain an MBA.