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Advisor:
Dr. Shane Brown
Advisor:
Dr. Dan Streblow
Advisor:
Dr. Jeff Hare
Stephanie Adams (Bell)
The Anne & Peter Jarvis/OSU Engineering
Endowment Scholar
OSU College of Engineering, Civil Engineering
About the Scholar:
Stephanie’s research focuses on improving
the education of future engineers by
understanding their identity and engagement
in design activities, focusing on professional
identity construction and motivations.
Brenden Bartsch
The Rose E. Tucker Charitable Trust Scholar
OHSU School of Medicine, Biomedical Sciences
About the Scholar:
Brenden’s research focuses on infectious disease
immunology with a specific focus on viruses.
He hopes to make meaningful contributions to
the fight against viral diseases by developing
vaccines and therapeutics.
Emily Branam
The Linda & Gary Wallmark Scholar
OSU College of Science, Integrative Biology
About the Scholar:
Emily’s research focuses on developing
durable, ecology-based solutions to climate
change impacts on marine systems,
aiming to strengthen ecosystem resilience
while preparing for a career in marine
conservation and management research.
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