Hey AED! My name is Evan Schneider and I’m beyond excited to serve as our President this year. I’m going into my fifth year as a Civil Engineering undergrad with a certificate in Biology in Engineering on the pre-med track. I’ve been involved in AED for the past three years and was our Medical Mission Trip Chair last year. Outside of AED, I love getting involved in some other great student orgs on campus, and have been the Vice President of Recruitment for Wisconsin Engineering Student Council, Program Director for ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers), and an undergraduate teaching assistant for an intro-level engineering course for the past four years. I also work in the Primary Care & Gynecology units at UHS as a student health technician and at the Wisconsin Institute for Sleep and Consciousness through UWSMPH as a research assistant. After graduation, I hope to attend medical school and am especially interested in Psychiatry! When I’m not studying or working, I love kayaking, hiking, or hammocking along the Lakeshore Path. I’d love to be a resource for you all, so please feel free to reach out anytime to talk about school, life, or just anything at all! Looking forward to a great year!

Hi! I’m Ilia Mikhailenko, a junior majoring in Biomedical Engineering and I’m thrilled to be serving as your Vice President! I got involved with AED soon after arriving on campus and have been involved ever since. Last year, I was a member of the Professional Development Committee and served as Interim PD Chair during the spring semester.​ Outside of AED, I’m a research assistant in the Microsurgery and Regenerative Medicine Lab as well as a licensed EMT. On campus, I’m also involved in the Biomedical Engineering Society and previously served as its Campus Involvement Chair. When I’m not busy with school, you’ll likely find me lifting at the gym, competing with the UW Club Tennis Team, or trying to fix my broken golf swing. I'm excited to help support your professional goals and make this a meaningful year for everyone in AED. Please feel free to reach out anytime — I look forward to connecting with you all!

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Hi everyone! My name is Genevieve Simmons, and I’m a third-year pre-medical student in the L&S Honors Program, majoring in Biology and pursuing a Certificate in Business. I’m so excited to serve as your AED Secretary for the 2025–2026 school year! My long-term goal is to become a surgeon, with a focus in either plastic or orthopedic surgery. Outside of AED, I work as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) both here in Madison and in my hometown in New Jersey. I’m also a research student at the Wisconsin Institute of Medical Research (WIMR), where I’m involved in both the Musculoskeletal Biology and Regenerative Medicine Lab and the Microsurgery and Regenerative Medicine Lab. Recently, I started working as a tutor for pre-medical courses through the Greater University Tutoring Service (GUTS), so I’m happy to be a resource for any academic or pre-health questions you might have. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, playing the piano, and ice skating (you’ll often find me at the Bakke)! I can’t wait to work with you all this year, and please don’t hesitate to reach out!

Hi! I am the Historian of AED for the 2025-2026 year, and I was the Social Chair in the past year. I am a third-year student from Green Bay, Wisconsin, majoring with Honors in Neurobiology, Psychology, and certificates in Asian American studies and classical studies. I am a URS Fellow and do research in the Speech Processing and Auditory Neuroscience lab, where I plan to complete the Senior Honors Thesis. I work as a behavioral technician in my hometown on the weekends. In my free time, I love hiking, listening to music, and daydreaming.

Hi! My name is Nusaybah Quadri, and I’m a junior at UW–Madison studying Global Health with a certificate in Entrepreneurship. I’m currently on the Pre-PT track and have been an active member of AED since my freshman year, most recently serving on the Volunteer Committee. AED has given me countless opportunities to explore my interests and connect with like-minded peers. Outside of AED, I volunteer at the UW East Madison Hospital Sports Rehab Center and serve as the Communication Coordinator for the PT Club on campus. In my free time, I enjoy playing basketball, architecture, checking out new coffee spots, and discovering new music (I’m always open to recommendations!). I’m super excited to be serving as AED’s Public Relations Chair this upcoming year and can’t wait to meet and work with you all. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or just want to connect!

Hi everyone! My name is Rian Engeldinger, and I am a junior majoring in Neurobiology. I have been involved in AED since my freshman year and was on the Professional Development committee this past semester. I am so excited to take on the role of PD Chair this semester to help everyone expand their network and learn some new skills! Recently, I have been pursuing my EMT certification through the CPHA EMT Experience Program, working as an undergraduate research assistant in the Deming Lab in the McArdle Laboratory for Cancer Research studying colorectal cancer, and volunteering at Capitol Lakes as a recreational assistant. In my free time, I love to sing in the UW treble choir, play my guitar, read by the lake, and play intramurals with my friends. I am so excited to begin this year with you all-feel free to reach out if you have any questions about life as a pre-health student, or if you just want to chat!

Hi! My name is Hima Shringeri and I am a junior majoring in Neurobiology and Psychology on the pre-med track. I have been actively involved in AED since my freshmen year on the social committee and I am very excited to serve as Social Chair this year! Outside of AED, I am an undergraduate researcher in the Bendlin Lab, which focuses on Alzheimer's Disease research, and I work as a Student Health Tech for youth camps through UHS. I am also involved in the Peer Learning Association and a Greek organization on campus. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, trying new workout classes, exploring different spots around Madison, and hanging out with friends! Please feel free to reach out with any questions!

Hi! My name is Caroline Brennan and I am a senior 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 Movement for Every Body. 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 again this year!

Hi everyone! My name is Presley Pergande and I am a Senior majoring in Neurobiology and Spanish. I have been involved with AED since my freshman year during which I have met tons of people with similar interests and had the opportunity to participate in the surgical shadowing program. I have worked at St. Mary’s Hospital, I am involved in research at the Wheeler Lab, I volunteer at The Beacon, and I work as a tutor for GUTS. In my free time I enjoy cooking, weightlifting, pickleball, and spending time on the lake. I will be serving as the Service Chair for this coming year and am looking forward to all our events. Feel free to reach out whenever!

Hey!! My name is Gracie Sellers and I'm a junior double majoring in Neurobiology and Cellular/Molecular Biology while pursuing the Biocore certificate - also on the Pre-PA track hoping to specialize in Oncology. On campus I am a part of the Brow Lab studying gene expression as well as the Connor Lab which is a Pharyngeal Physiology Lab studying Dysphagia. I’m also a part of the Neuroscience Undergraduate Society and Badger Volunteers. Off campus I work as a Barista at Barrique Cafe! Outside of work and school I enjoy going to concerts, travelling, running and drinking coffee. Reach out with any questions!