Student Biographies
Thomas Vargas
May 13, 2021
Mentor: Senlin Li, MD Central Catholic High School Thomas is a member of the National Hispanic Institute and the Student Council Public Relations Director. He is an ROTC cadet and has volunteered at the San Antonio Food Bank. After embarking upon a research project in neurology, he is interested in medical research and would like to […]
Jessica Tuholsky
May 13, 2021
Mentor: Borries Demeler, PhD The Atonement Academy Jessica is passionate about math and science and was described by her teachers as having an ‘extraordinarily focused mind and a deep appreciation for underlying, systematic relationships in nature’. She is the captain of the girls’ varsity soccer team, a member of the junior varsity volleyball team and has […]
Isabella R. Torres
May 13, 2021
Mentor: Jannine D Cody, PhD Thomas Edison High School Isabella is a member of the Health Professions Magnet Program. She was a finalist in the ‘Do the Write Thing’ contest and has placed in the top ten in the National French Contest. She is Vice President of the NJHS and participated in the Duke Talent Identification/SAT […]
Nathan P. Therien
May 13, 2021
Mentor: Sunil K Ahuja, MD Claudia Taylor Johnson High School Nathan completed three years in UTSA’s Pre-Engineering Program and has been awarded an Engineering Scholarship to St. Mary’s University. He is a member of the NJHS and the Winner’s Circle and is recognized by the Duke Talent Identification Program. He would like to pursue an education […]
Maria E. Silvaz
May 13, 2021
Mentor: Consuelo Walss-Bass, PhD Douglas MacArthur High School Maria is a member of HOSA and serves as Vice President of the French Club at her school. She has been described by her teachers as being incredibly passionate for science and as having ‘all of the things it takes to become a medical professional’. Her dream is […]
Ethan Shelburne-Dominguez
May 13, 2021
Mentor: Veronica Galvan PhD Brooks Academy of Science and Engineering Ethan is a member of the National Hispanic Institute and the Latino Educational Advancement Pipeline. He is a volunteer at the San Antonio Children’s Museum, a member of the running club and class representative in the student council. He has been described by his teachers as […]
Corina Rodriguez
May 13, 2021
Mentor: Jennifer S Potter, PhD, MPH Earl Warren High School Corina was awarded fourth place in the NISD science fair and enjoys enhancing her knowledge in the fields of science and biology. She is a member of the varsity volleyball team and has volunteered with the San Antonio Food Bank and at the Embassy Church. She […]
Kristian Rivas
May 13, 2021
Mentor: Jason O’Connor, PhD William J. Brennan High School Kristian is described by his teachers as ‘more than the ideal student, a critical thinker demonstrating outstanding leadership’. He is a member of the school band and the freshmen football team, volunteers in his neighborhood association and is curious about nature and science. His dream is to […]
Joaquin Ramirez
May 13, 2021
Mentor: Alina Maloyan, PhD Thomas Edison High School Joaquin is a member of the Health Professions Magnet program. He is described by his teachers as having a ‘natural and contagious love for science’. He plays soccer and enjoys playing the vihuela. He plans to attend UTHSCSA Medical School to train and become a cardiologist.
Thomas A. Pecha
May 13, 2021
Mentor: Henry Ralph Rawls, PhD The Atonement Academy Thomas is the recipient of the Gold Arrow Award High Honor Roll, the Gold Medal in the National Latin Exam and a member of the NJHS. He placed 1st in science at the Private Schools’ Interscholastic Association twice. He is a member of the varsity soccer team and […]