Current Scholars

I am currently a Biotechnology major. I joined STEM because I enjoyed the laboratory work in Microbiology. I thought it would be a good fit for me since I like research and hands-on work.

I am Minahil, a biology major and a first-year STEM scholar at HCC. I joined the STEM Scholars Program to enhance my knowledge and develop learning skills. The STEM program changed my personality by giving me a chance to present my ideas and by helping me gain a lot of confidence. I learned a lot throughout the semester, and I am looking forward to continuing to be a part of this supportive community.

I joined STEM as a way to learn and grow within the science field. As a nurse there are always new advances within the multi disciplines of STEM that could be helpful in providing the best possible care for our patients. The program has also been a positive learning experience for me to understand different perspectives on similar topics.

The only two subjects I have enjoyed the most through grade years has been Math and Science. Once I heard of STEM I could not say no because I dont know many people who were willing to talk about thier education and faviorte subjects. Once I joined Stem I felt welcomed into a small group of people who share the same interest as mine.

My name is Elizabeth Kudrya and I am majoring in biology here at HCC. I plan on advancing my career further because I love learning but I have yet to decide what field I am truly passionate about. College is where I feel the most myself because my love for the books makes me who I am.

I am a chemistry major that enjoys learning about the fundamental laws that govern our seemingly physical reality and smell of chemical reactions in the morning. My goal is to become an M.D. and bring that expertise to the rural backcountry of the earth. In my free time, I run up and down steep hills because it is difficult or walk flat trails because balance is important in life. If I am not running, walking, or studying, I enjoy cogitating while watching my sourdough starter rise.

My Name is Alondra M. Serrano. I am a sophomore at Holyoke community college. I am a Biology major pursuing a career as a Biology teacher. I love learning and have a huge passion for science. My goals in STEM is to be able to grow personally and academically and be able to transfer to a 4 year university. Going to a 4 year university would be life changing as I am a first generation college student in my family. A fun fact about me is that I am a mother of a beautiful 2 year old princess and as I attend HCC she also comes with me to the itsy Bitsy child watch program they have on campus. My top goal is to be able to finish college and obtain my Bachelors degree!!!

I am a Veterinary Technician major and I will be graduating Spring of 2024 from HCC. I have always had a passion for animal health and welfare. Last semester, during the STEM seminar, my project entailed providing information on beagles housed on campus for Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Assistance programs. The importance of the project was to let students and faculty know that these beagles become available for adoption at the end of Fall and Spring semesters. I chose to apply to the NSF STEM Scholars Program because I enjoy learning from others and their experience, as well as, being provided with resources and opportunities for continuing education. I enjoy volunteering at animal shelters, especially helping in spay and neuter clinics, I also enjoy the outdoors, hiking/biking. I would like to continue my STEM project with the beagles to hopefully provide a mental health service day for students and faculty on campus.

I am currently an Engineering major. In terms of my interest in STEM, specifically in aviation, my passion for flying and aircraft design led me to pursue a STEM-focused education. I believe STEM provides me with the knowledge and skills needed to make a difference in the aerospace industry. Also, by joining STEM, I am not only pursuing a field aligned with my passion for aviation but also participating in creating the future of air travel.

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