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2025-2026 Committees
I play the saxophone in the Carolina Basketball Band!
Sara Holden
I am a junior majoring in biological sciences on the pre-dental track, and I greatly enjoy spending my time to help plan various service events around the Columbia area for the service committee. Service is the heart of AED, and I love getting the opportunity to give back to the community and building relationships with other pre-health students as we work towards a common goal.
I am training for a half-marathon!
Markella Stratiou
I have absolutely loved serving my community alongside other AED members these past few weeks. When I learned I could apply for the committee, it was an easy decision! I am so excited to now help organize these events and continue making an impact through AED.
I squeal with joy at the sight of Mexican food!
Lucy Shive
I am a Junior biological sciences major and chemistry minor on the pre-med track. I fell in love with service when I got plugged in with the Activity Center for youth in the foster care system. Now, I love the service committee as a space to share valuable community service opportunities with other members of AED. Healthcare is service and I can’t wait to see how AED members go on to serve in their respective careers!
I love painting!
Cassey Phung
Hi! My name is Cassey Phung and I am a 3rd year biology major on the pre-PA track. I am apart of the service committee and I absolutely love it. I love connecting and fostering relationships with local nonprofits, giving back to our beloved community of Columbia!
I learned the ASL alphabet over the summer!
Riley Dohse
Hi, my name is Riley Dohse, and I'm a sophomore neuroscience major on the Pre-PA track! My favorite part of Service Committee is planning and holding service events that positively impact the Columbia area! It’s so meaningful to see how the time we spend with these organizations and the people they support promotes uplifting environments for underserved groups!
I learned how to juggle oranges during finals week!
Srihith Chada
Hey everyone! I’m Srihith, and I joined the Social Committee this year. I applied because I wanted to meet new people and help plan the kinds of events that make AED such a fun and welcoming group. I’m really excited to get started, work with the team, and help make this semester’s events something everyone looks forward to!
I love to sing and I have recorded music!
Ella Morrall
Hi! My name is Ella Morrall. I am a neuroscience major with a concentration in cellular and molecular neuroscience and a minor in business administration. I am a current senior on the pre-medical track. I have loved being a part of the social committee. I joined the social committee because I wanted to contribute to creating fun events where AED members could come together and feel more connected with one and other. Working with fellow members on the social committee has taught me so much about collaboration, communication, and has allowed me to showcase my more creative side as well. It has been amazing to watch our ideas for events come to life.
I'm from Columbus, Ohio- go bucks!
Claire Page
Hi everyone! My name is Claire and I work on the social committee here in AED. Joining a committee has helped me feel more connected to AED and the members within it. It has allowed me to gain more from my AED experience, connect with new people, and I have absolutely loved giving members opportunities to relax with fun activities during stressful times of the school year. I joined social committee to find a deeper sense of community within AED, support fellow members, and form relationships with people I might not have met otherwise. My fellow committee members are wonderful, and our social chair Kelsey supports us through all the events- they are always the highlight of my week!
I have been singing since I was four years old!
Rithi Ramamurthy
My name is Rithi and I am a sophomore BARSC-MD major! I have always believed that self care is so important and as healthcare professionals in high stress environments, it is essential to take care of ourselves so we can provide the best care for our patients. For me, that outlet has always been music, art, or even just spending time with my friends. As a part of the Wellness Committee we get to mix creativity with collaboration as we come up with unique events to promote wellness in AED. For example, I absolutely loved planning the cooking class with the Center of Health and Well-Being and it was a really fun break from a stressful schedule.
I've gone swimming with dolphins before!
Abdullah Amir
I’m a freshman BARSC-MD major from Columbia, South Carolina, and I just joined the Wellness Committee as a new member in the Kappa Class! I’m really excited to help host events this year!! Since being a BARSC-MD student has eased some of the typical pre-health stress for me, I wanted to join the committee to be a source of support and comfort for others on their pre-professional journey!
I love traveling and I’ve been to 22 countries!
Lathika Chaluvadi
I’m a junior public health major and business administration minor on the pre-med track. I’m passionate about amplifying marginalized voices, leading me to be interested in joining the DEI committee. Since joining the committee, I have helped plan numerous events centered on promoting diversity and cultural awareness, sharing lived experiences, and emphasizing the value of DEI within AED and beyond.
I can do the splits!
Tina Ngo
I am a junior, majoring in biological sciences, and on the pre-med track. I applied to DE&I because I think it’s really important as future healthcare providers that we educate ourselves on communities from different backgrounds, especially in such a diverse area as the south. That way, we can understand the experiences others have in healthcare settings and offer the best care to our patients. Outside of AED, I’m involved in MedElem, VSA, and WeRead, and in my free time, I enjoy reading and working out.
I have Celiac! (I’m gluten-free!)
Izzy Whitfield
I decided to apply for Allied Health because I believe that connection is so important in all aspects of healthcare. Without understanding and knowledge of other aspects it, you cannot reach your full potential. Finding community within anything is so important, and being in Allied Health, I will be able to promote that within AED and within peoples different passions.
I work as a Bridges Aide at The Therapy Place!
Mariclaire Murdaugh
As a pre-SLP student, I joined the Allied Health Committee in hopes of getting more involved and supporting the more niche healthcare tracks. It’s been such a great way to connect with other students who share similar goals and to learn more about the diverse paths within healthcare. I’ve really enjoyed collaborating on projects that highlight the importance of every role in the allied health field.
I have been to almost 20 countries!
Wae Man Chan
My name is Wae Man Chan, and I am a part of the Allied Health Committee this year! I am a junior majoring in Neuroscience and minoring in Biology from Myrtle Beach, SC. I applied to this committee because I wanted to help contribute to the supportive and collaborative environment that AED offers to students of all pre-health tracks. By organizing events across different health fields, I have had the pleasure of making it easier for students to explore their passions and learn more about the many opportunities within healthcare. I am excited to keep creating impactful events that bring students together and support them in reaching their goals!
I love to travel and have recently gone to Ecuador and Iceland!
Lily Roberts
Hey everyone! My name is Lily Roberts, and I’m a sophomore majoring in Biological Sciences with a minor in Medical Humanities and Culture on the pre-PA track. I’m excited to serve on the Allied Health Committee, where I get to collaborate with professionals in the field and help plan events that support students exploring the many paths within allied health. Being part of this committee has taught me so much about the different healthcare careers and how they all work together to provide the best patient care! Outside of AED, I am a volunteer at Prisma Baptist hospital, a SI leader for BIO 101, and a member of APPAS and medlife. In my free time, I love to run or go to cycle classes and spend time with my friends!
I’m a dancer and my favorite styles are hiphop and tap!
Mika Accardi
As a freshman I’m super excited to be apart of this committee and contribute more to AED. I can’t wait to connect and collaborate with everyone!!
I love to sing!
Shivangi Nayak
Hi I'm Shivangi! I am a sophomore majoring in Biological Sciences on the Pre-Med track. I decided to apply to Pre-Med committee to play an active role in helping my peers learn more about the Pre-Med journey and to organize social and professional events that help connect our members to resources! During my time on the committee, I have had the opportunity to collaborate with professionals and other organizations to host fun and informative events, which has helped me connect with my peers and be more involved in AED!
I just adopted a puppy!
Emma Merchak
Hi everyone! I have had such a great time being part of the New Member Committee! I decided to apply because I wanted to help make the transition from PNM to member welcoming and exciting. I love being able to get to know all of the new members and help them plan dates for big/little. It is also so fun to plan events for big/little pairs to bond. Being on this committee has shown me how special our chapter is.
I am a certified scuba diver!
Beatrice Maulfair
My favorite part of NM committee is getting to meet all of the new members. During rush, and now during their new member process, I have loved having the opportunity to talk to the NMs and I can’t wait to continue getting to know them.
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