Graduate Degree and Field: M.S. and Ph.D. in Molecular and Cellular Biology

Previous academic institutions: My graduate degrees are from Brandeis University in Massachusetts. I earned my B.S. in Biology (minors in Biochemistry & Spanish) Hofstra University in New York.

Best piece of advice given/received for graduate school: Graduate school is a series of small successes and failures (in your classes, research, grants/awards and everyday life). It is important to be humble and to learn how to both succeed and fail gracefully. More tips can be found at www.gradschoolthriving.com.

What I love about GradTrack: I love that GradTrack helps undergraduate and graduate students connect across the country. As someone who does not have any parents with Graduate Degrees, I relied heavily on guidance from Professors and peers on how to navigate applying to Graduate School. It is not easy. I like that GradTrack breaks down these barriers and provides transparency for current undergraduate students who are looking to pursue their graduate studies.