Koritha Mitchell
English
“The nation built its wealth on depriving my ancestors of literacy, but my forebears left oral and written literature anyway. Plus, brutality gave my ancestors English. Using the language that literally defined them as property, they asserted their dignity. Wow!”
Pauline Mourot
Economics
“In healthcare, economic policy has the potential to impact everyone’s life. Health insurers, hospitals, and physicians, for example, have to work together. This means that the care patients receive depends directly on economic processes. I hope my research will help design healthcare policies aimed at equal access to care while guaranteeing high performances in the healthcare industry.”
Melissa Pergrande
Chemistry
“As far back as grade school, I knew that I wanted to become a scientist. The thrill of discovering new knowledge and solving complex problems excites me, and I’m eager to push the boundaries to discover new therapeutic targets for Alzheimer’s disease. I am very passionate about training and find genuine fulfillment in inspiring young scientists.”
Arjun Vishwanath
Political Science
“There are a few questions that guide my research. First and foremost is the question of whether Americans are adequately represented by their representatives in government. There are so many meanings to representation. Is it just about governing well? Is it about legislators adhering to the issue stances of their constituents? Is it about sharing demographic traits or life experiences with their constituents?”