Jeremy Hsu (he/him) is an assistant professor of biology at Chapman University and the principal investigator of the group. He earned an undergraduate degree in Organismic and Evolutionary Biology from Harvard University before earning a Ph.D. in biology at Stanford University, where he studied evolutionary genetics. Jeremy came to Chapman in 2016 and served as an instructional assistant professor in biology until 2022, when he transitioned to a new assistant professor of biology position with expertise in biology education research. Outside the lab, Jeremy can be found running, playing board games, or cheering on the Orlando Magic. He can be reached at hsu [at] chapman [dot] edu.
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Swetha Ampabathina (she/her) is a research assistant in the lab.
She holds an undergraduate degree in molecular biology from UCLA and hopes to attend
medical school and work as a community-based physician in the future. She currently works
at a plastic and reconstructive surgery clinic and volunteers at her local free clinic. She has a
passion for STEM education research and hopes to address gaps in the education system. In
her free time, Swetha enjoys running, reading, and cooking with her family.

 

Tammy Bui (she/her) is an undergraduate health sciences major at Chapman. She is on the path to becoming a Physician Assistant, with experience as a medical assistant and scribe at a neurology clinic, in addition to volunteering as an ESL tutor. In her free time, she enjoys traveling to new places, going for runs, and indulging in culinary adventures with her friends.

 

Makaylee Dahms (she/her) is an undergraduate Biological Sciences major with a minor in Integrated Educational Studies at Chapman. She is interested in STEM education and hopes to pursue a career in teaching biology at the college level. In her free time, she likes to play tennis, bake, and try new foods in Orange County. 

 

 

Desiree Forsythe (she/her) has a background in both the biological sciences and education. She is a STEM education researcher and focuses on how to disrupt oppressions in the sciences through the use of critical, feminist, and queer theorizations. Dr. Forsythe has several lines of research including how those with privileged identities in STEM work at incorporating social justice into pedagogical and professional practice and how STEM students with marginalized identities experience and navigate STEM environments (such as classrooms, advising, office hours, etc.). She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Rhode Island. Twitter

Grace Holick (she/her) is an undergraduate biology student at Chapman. She is passionate about learning and getting involved in all things biological sciences related. She is excited to be involved in STEM education research and learn more about how it can help students like her. When not at school, Grace can be found watching too many movies with friends, having fun at Disney, or trying new foods around town!

 

Sean McCallum (she/her) is entering her junior year studying biology. She is interested in public health and equity in the sciences, and hopes to attend medical school in the future. She works as an EMT in Orange County and spends her free time reading, listening to music, and running.

 

Delilah McDaniel (she/her) is a biology major at Chapman. Delilah has a passion for caring for animals and wants to work in the rescuing, rehabilitating, and release of wildlife in the future. In her free time, she likes to explore new places, hang out with friends, binge watch tv shows, draw, and go to Disneyland.

 

 

Molly Niswender (she/her) is an undergraduate biochemistry and molecular biology student with a minor in documentary production at Chapman. She is passionate about STEM education and communication and hopes to work to educate the public about research related to biochemistry through film. Outside of classes and research, Molly enjoys playing basketball, watercolor painting, playing chess, and exploring Orange County.

 

 

Joelle Prate (she/her) is a Ph.D. student in the Attallah College of Educational Studies with an emphasis in teacher education. She is also a graduate student instructor in the Integrated Educational Studies department, and a research assistant. Prior to joining the Ph.D. program, she served in schools across southern California teaching biology and life science at all levels for more than a decade. Her research interests include science education, educational technology, and teacher ed. When she is not writing or reading she enjoys spending time with her family.

 

Jessie Tsai (she/her) is a student at the Chapman School of Pharmacy. Jessie served as a tutor for intro to molecular genetics and general chemistry during the undergraduate portion of the pre-pharmacy Accelerated Pharmacy Experience Program. She has a passion for teaching and the sciences. She is planning on going into academia or the pharmaceutical industry after completing pharmacy school. Outside of school, she spends her time playing piano, rock climbing, and traveling.

 

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