Undergraduate Students

Lauren Holt

Lauren is an sophomore engineering student from Raleigh, NC. She has a strong interest in immunology, microbiology, and chemistry. She is passionate about immunity and looks forward to contributing to advancements in the field, including vaccine development.

In her free time, she plays video games, does puzzles and painting.

Kera Ridley

Kera Ridley is a senior Animal Science student from Los Angeles, CA. She is highly motivated to pursue a PhD in Marine Microbiology after graduation. Kera is passionate about exploring the world of microbes and looks forward to enhancing her research abilities and scientific communication skills. 

In her free time, she enjoys knitting, crocheting, and taking walks. 

Jazmine Taylor

Jazmine is a first-year physics student from Raleigh, NC. She is curious about a wide variety of scientific disciplines, as she aspires to pursue a PhD in the natural or biological sciences. While she is early in her academic career, she actively seeks opportunities to explore where her true passion lies. 

In her free time she enjoys reading, learning, and talking about subjects like astronomy, civil rights, history, neuroscience, and philosophy. 

David Davenport

David is a first-year student in Biological Engineering from Suffolk, VA, with a focus on natural resources. He has a strong interest in environmental systems and sustainability. He is passionate about nature and looks forward to contributing to advancements in the field to protect natural ecosystems through the development of new biological systems. 

In his free time, he writes poetry, reads, and plays badminton.

Devin-Danielle Webb

Devin-Danielle Webb is a senior Animal Science Major with a minor in Spanish from High Point, N.C. After graduation she plan to earn a dual DVM/PhD with a focus on wildlife medicine. 

In her free time, she enjoys coloring, painting, traveling, hiking and listening to music!