Hi! My name is Khadijah Dhoondia and I am a junior majoring in Biology and Global Health with certificates in Biocore and Life Science Communications. I have been involved with AED since my freshman year, and I served as the A&A Chair this past year. I am eager to continue facilitating meaningful events and opportunities for our members as President, and I look forward to what this year will bring! Outside of AED, I work as a Nursing Assistant at William S. Middleton Memorial Veteran's hospital, as a student researcher in the Kimple Lab, and I am a volunteer with the Hospital Elder Life Program at Meriter Hospital. I am also a Center for Interfaith Dialogue fellow, the Advocacy Chair of LLS@UW, and the founder of the Islamic STEM Association, a student organization that sparks discussion at the intersection between STEM and theology. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends and going hiking. If you have any questions, or just want to chat, please feel free to reach out anytime!

Hi! I'm Rishi Mereddy, a senior majoring in Biomedical Engineering. I've been a member of Alpha Epsilon Delta (AED) since my freshman year, contributing to both the Social and Professional Development Committees. This year, I'm thrilled to step into the role of Vice President and continue supporting our community.

Beyond AED, I work as an ER Tech at SSM St. Mary’s Hospital, intern in the Poore-Dingle Lab, undergraduate research assistant at the Developing Brain Imaging Lab, and I am an active volunteer at SSM St. Mary’s.

In my free time, I really enjoy playing volleyball and am proud to be part of the club volleyball team at UW. I am very excited to serve as your Vice President and look forward to meeting and working with all of you.

Hey everyone! My name is Shreeya Rajesh. I'm a junior here at UW on the pre-med track, double majoring in neurobiology, with honors, and molecular and cell biology while also pursuing a certificate in computer science in the L&S Honors Program. I have been in AED since my freshman year, with this year being my second year on board. Outside of class and AED, I am involved in two labs, Palecek lab and Setaluri Lab. At Setaluri Lab, I'm working on a study to investigate the molecular mechanisms of skin cancer melanoma tumorigenesis and progression. At the Palecek lab, I am currently working on my senior honors thesis where I am investigating the differentiation of stem cells into blood brain barrier cells. I am also the Public Relations chair of Wisconsin Vira and a marketing chair of Nakshatra. In my free time, I like to dance with my dance team, hang out with friends and family, and spend time outside. I am really excited to be a part of the board for AED this year and can’t wait to see what the year brings. Feel free to reach out with questions!

Hi! My name is Ava Dunsirn, a junior at UW on the pre-medical track. Since my freshman year, I've been actively involved in AED and have served on the Public Relations team for the past two years. I'm thrilled to take on the role of treasurer this year, where I'll focus on ensuring our club's funds are managed efficiently. I'm eager to create meaningful experiences with our members' dues, aiming to maximize the impact and support we provide to aspiring healthcare professionals. Beyond academics and leadership roles, I enjoy exploring the outdoors, spending quality time with my family and beloved dog, and discovering new restaurants around Madison. I'm committed to fostering a strong community among pre-health professionals at UW and look forward to contributing to our club's growth and success.

Hi! My name is Casey Frost and I am a senior at UW. I am currently a Biology major with a certificate in global health. I am hoping to attend medical school post-graduation and hopefully pursue dermatology. I am a Research Assistant in the ADRC Johnson Lab which focuses on early detection of Alzheimer’s disease. Additionally, I have been EMT certified for the past 5 years where I volunteer in my hometown. Outside of school and work, I am involved in a Greek organization on campus. I enjoy traveling and trying different coffee shops and restaurants around Madison with friends. I joined AED my freshman year and am excited to be part of the executive board again this year. Feel free to reach out with any questions!

Hi everyone! My name is Ananya Veeramachaneni, and I am a junior here at UW-Madison majoring in Neurobiology with a certificate in Computer Science. I have been on AED since freshman year, and was on social committee for the last 3 semesters. Outside of AED, I work as a CNA at UW Health, and I’m an external relations chair on MannMukti, as well as a risk management chair on Nakshatra. In my free time I really enjoy dancing, watching movies, and spending time with my family! I’m super excited to serve as public relations chair this year, and I’m looking forward to meeting you all! Please feel free to reach out anytime with any questions, or just to talk!

Hi AED, my name is Ethan Deal and I am a junior majoring in biochemistry and neurobiology. I am a pre medical student currently studying for my MCAT, volunteering at a hospital in Minneapolis, and working on my EMT certification. I have been a member of AED since freshman year and it has given me the opportunity to make valuable connections and have meaningful experiences in the pre-health community. I also am involved in undergraduate research studying mesenchymal stem cells in the Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation. I enjoy playing hockey, skiing, strength training, running, golf, and of course spending time with friends and family. I am excited to take on the role of the professional development chair this year and look forward to all of the intriguing events we have planned! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns!

Hi everyone! My name is Janani Sampath, and I am a Junior here at UW-Madison majoring in Neurobiology and Psychology with a certificate in Asian American Studies. I have been involved with AED since my Freshman year and will serve as Social Chair in the 2024-2025 school year. I conduct research in the SPANlab on campus, studying the neural processing and encoding of speech sounds. I am also a URS fellow and work as a behavioral technician in my hometown, Green Bay. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, listening to music, and re-reading Percy Jackson. Feel free to reach out with questions!

Hi! My name is Caroline Brennan and I am a junior majoring in Neurobiology and French. I’m also doing a certificate in Art History. For extracurriculars, I have worked at the Chapman Neuroscience Lab, volunteered as a medical assistant with Our Lady of Hope Clinic, and some clubs I am in are a girls workout club and French club. In my free time, I like to ski, run, bike, cook and bake, and paint! I have been involved in AED since my freshman year and am excited to be A&A chair this year!

My name is McKeon Lucas, I’m going into my senior year, and I am currently the chair of the Service Committee. I’ve been in AED since my freshman year, and I’m studying Neurobiology with a certificate in Health and the Humanities. I participate in transplant research on campus, volunteer at Agrace Hospice Center, and like to participate in other volunteer experiences. In my free time, I love playing intramurals, watching football, and skiing. I’m excited for this school year and hope everyone has a great time in AED.

Hi everyone! My name is Evan Schneider and I am a 4th-year pre-medical student majoring in Civil Engineering with a certificate in Biology in Engineering. I hope to attend medical school after my engineering degree and am especially interested in either psychiatry or dermatology. Outside of school, I work as a health technician at UHS and am a research assistant at the Wisconsin Institute for Sleep and Consciousness through UWSMPH. I also work for the Department of Biomedical Engineering as a student teaching assistant for an intro-level engineering course over the past 3 years and enjoy seeing the connections between engineering and medicine. In my free time, I love to spend time outdoors whether that be kayaking, hiking, or hammocking (especially at picnic point)! I truly am thrilled to be the Medical Mission Trip Chair this year and look forward to organizing a meaningful trip that will hopefully be able to help the lives of many individuals. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me if you ever have any questions, or just want someone to talk to!