Meagan Vogel
Hello! I am Meagan Vogel, and I am currently going through the Masters of Biomedical Sciences at Newman. I am a different kind of student as I first graduated with my bachelor’s in forensic science from Wichita State University back in 2009 and then obtained my master’s in education from Wichita State University in 2012….
Jaqueline Rodriguez-Nunez
My name is Jaqueline Rodriguez-Nunez, and I am a graduate student in the Biomedical Science program here at Newman University. I received my bachelor’s degree in biology (Pre-Med) from Fort Hays State University back in May of 2022. From that point on, I knew what I wanted to do for my future, but I wasn’t…
Dayanara Rivera
At 23 years old, I am in a season of growth, purpose, and determination. Each day, I work as a medical assistant at Heartland Dermatology and Skin Cancer Center, PA, where I have the privilege of being directly involved in patient care. In this role, I assist providers with procedures, prepare patients for examinations, document…
Kendy Reyes Cruz
Hello! My name is Kendy Reyes Cruz. I am a graduate student pursuing a Masters in Biomedical Science. Born and raised in Bayamón, Puerto Rico and lived in Puerto Rico until I decided to start my college journey in 2019. I attended Illinois State University from where I obtained a B.S. in Biology with a…
Monica Redondo
Hi! My name is Monica, and I’m currently a senior at Newman University. Over the past four years, I’ve had the opportunity to grow both academically and personally as a student-athlete. I’m majoring in Biochemistry, and I’ve also been a member of the basketball team throughout my time here. Balancing athletics and a science major…
Jayson Palacios
Hello, my name is Jayson Palacios, I’m 38 years old, from California and went back to college at 33 years old. Since I was in elementary school, I have had an interest in life sciences, but it wasn’t until high school that I realized Biology was the direction I wanted to go in. I have…
Dr. Cristina Dieni
Dr. Cristina V. Dieni is a physiologist and neuroscientist originally from Italy, where she earned her PhD in Neurophysiology and Electrophysiology from the University of Perugia, following a bachelor’s degree in Biology and a master’s degree in Pathophysiology. Her scientific curiosity centers on the brain—how it learns, adapts, and changes—with research interests spanning adult neurogenesis,…
Lucy’s testimonial
My name is Lucy Mwangi, a current Biomedical Science graduate student and proud alumna of Newman University, where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Biology in May 2023. My time at Newman University was nothing short of transformative. It fostered a commitment to lifelong learning and committing myself to the betterment of my community—values…
Kayla Kindsvater
My name is Kayla Kindsvater. In May 2024, I graduated from Newman University with a Bachelor of Science in biology and psychology with a pre-medicine concentration. During the first few years of college, my goal was to attend medical school after graduating. I even started studying for the MCAT but never took it because I…
Nayeli Reveles
Hello, my name is Nayeli. I am working on my Master’s currently hoping to finish in the summer of 2025. Before starting my undergrad, I spent a year and a half at Butler Community College. At Butler, I obtained my Associate of Science in Biology degree while playing collegiate soccer. During my soccer career at…
