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2026 Mini Program Cohort

Raquel Aguilar

Texas A&M University

Rachel Aguilar is a senior Public Health major from Dallas, Texas, interested in science and health communication that supports community well-being. Her work focuses on making evidence-based research understandable and useful for diverse and underserved populations.

Read more about Raquel and their work here.

    Cole Baerlocher

    Texas A&M University

    Cole Baerlocher is a senior Agricultural Communications and Journalism major at Texas A&M University, with a minor in International Agricultural Development. His research interests focus on agricultural policy and emerging technologies, with an emphasis on qualitative analysis and science communication.

    Read more about Cole and their work here.

      Summer Bowman

      West Texas A&M University

      Summer Bowman is a junior Animal Science major at West Texas A&M University from Morton, Texas. Growing up on a ranch sparked her interest in agriculture, education, and science communication, particularly in connecting the public with STEM-related topics.

      Read more about Summer and their work here.

        Natasha Cardozo

        Texas A&M University

        Natasha Cardozo is a Psychology major on the pre-health track with a minor in Journalism from Flower Mound, Texas. Her academic interests focus on research and science communication, particularly making scientific and health-related findings accessible to the public.

        Read more about Natashaand their work here.

          Alyson Davis

          Texas A&M University

          Alyson Davis is a junior Biomedical Sciences major from College Station, Texas, with minors in Psychology and Public Health. Her interests focus on research, education, and community outreach at the intersection of health, technology, and communication.

          Read more about Alyson and their work here.

            Aarathi Devakumar

            Texas A&M University

            Aarathi Devakumar is a sophomore Mechatronics Engineering (MXET) major at Texas A&M University with a minor in Mathematics. Her academic interests focus on robotics, automation, and wearable technologies, particularly at the intersection of engineering, human-centered design, and science communication.

            Read more about Aarathi and their work here.

              Maci Guay

              Texas A&M University

              Maci Guay is a senior Agricultural Communications and Journalism major from Stephenville, Texas. Her academic and professional interests focus on science communication, audience engagement, and making animal and human health information accessible to diverse audiences.

              Read more about Maci and their work here.

                Hector Ibarra

                Texas A&M International University

                Hector is a first-generation Hispanic student at Texas A&M International University. He is passionate about becoming a doctor and improving healthcare for underserved communities. Hector’s goal is to one day return to his university and establish a hospital that serves the public, while also inspiring other first-generation Hispanic students to pursue a career in medicine.
                Read more about Hector and his work here.

                Instagram: @h3ctor_ibarra12

                  Noah Kim

                  Texas A&M University

                  Noah Kim is a junior Computer Science major at Texas A&M University from Austin, Texas. His academic interests focus on health-related technologies, including medical sensing systems and telehealth applications.

                  Read more about Noah and their work here.

                    Daniel Kwong

                    Texas A&M University

                    Daniel Kwong is an undergraduate student at Texas A&M University pursuing a double major in Plant and Environmental Soil Science and Horticulture, with a minor in Ecology and Conservation Biology. His research interests focus on urban soils, land-use change, and science communication.

                    Read more about Daniel and their work here.

                      Kim Le

                      Texas A&M University

                      Kim Le is a graduate student from Houston pursuing a Master of Science in Entrepreneurial Leadership at Texas A&M University while also completing a Master of Health Administration at Louisiana State University, Shreveport. Her interests focus on healthcare research, leadership, and improving how scientific information is communicated to the public.

                      Read more about Kim and their work here.

                        Kelly McMinn

                        Texas A&M University-Kingsville

                        Kelly McMinn is a senior Health Psychology major at Texas A&M University–Kingsville. Her academic interests focus on adolescent mental health, clinical psychology, and community-based research and outreach.

                        Read more about Kelly and their work here.

                          Emily Maners

                          Texas A&M University

                          Emily Maners is an Agricultural Communications major with minors in Graphic Design and Poultry Science. Her academic interests focus on agricultural literacy and bridging the gap between producers and consumers through effective visual and written communication.

                          Read more about Emily and their work here.

                            Cintya Xiomara Medina Rangel

                            Texas A&M International University

                            Cintya Xiomara Medina Rangel is a senior Biology major at Texas A&M International University from Laredo, Texas, interested in science communication and public engagement. Her academic experiences focus on research across microbiology and ecology and the importance of making science accessible beyond the lab.

                            Read more about Cintya and their work here.

                              Adeeba Mohammed

                              Texas A&M University

                              Adeeba Mohammed is a junior Biomedical Sciences major with a minor in English. Her academic interests focus on medicine, science communication, and improving public understanding of health-related information.

                              Read more about Adeeba and their work here.

                                Marcos Morales

                                Texas A&M University

                                Marcos Morales is a senior Computer Science major from Dallas who is interested in the intersection of STEM and science communication. His work focuses on using machine learning to support research that benefits communities.

                                Read more about Marcos and their work here.

                                  Lydia Morley

                                  Texas A&M University

                                  Lydia Morley is a graduate student in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. Her interests focus on science communication, community-engaged research, and improving access to STEM education.

                                  Read more about Lydia and their work here.

                                    Sagar Patel

                                    Texas A&M University

                                    Sagar Patel is a freshman Computer Science major on the pre-medical pathway from Southlake, Texas. His interests include bioinformatics, computational biology, and science communication.

                                    Read more about Sagar and their work here.

                                      Alyssa Ramos

                                      Texas A&M University-Kingsville

                                      Alyssa Ramos is a junior Agriculture Science major with a teaching certification and a minor in Chemistry at Texas A&M University–Kingsville. Her interests focus on research, education, and inclusive teaching practices in agricultural and technical education.

                                      Read more about Alyssa and their work here.

                                        Yudi Sanchez

                                        Texas A&M University

                                        Yudi Sanchez is a senior at Texas A&M University majoring in Bio-Environmental Science with a minor in Biology. Her academic interests focus on biotechnology, molecular diagnostics, and science communication.

                                        Read more about Yudi and their work here.

                                          Benecio Sandoval

                                          Texas A&M University-Commerce

                                          Benecio Sandoval is a junior Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems major at Texas A&M University–Commerce with a minor in Interdisciplinary Studies. His academic interests focus on sustainable horticulture, plant breeding, and controlled-environment agriculture.

                                          Read more about Benecio and their work here.

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