Advisor: Dr. DeAnne Brooks Major: Kinesiology Hometown: Rocky Mount, NC Research Interests: Physical health in relation to improving feelings of depression and anxiety in college students. Quote: The McNair Scholars Program has greatly assisted me in making connections and developing research skills that I can apply to help create change in our world.
Advisor: Dr. Jared McGuirt Major: Nutrition Hometown: Eden, NC Quote: My focus in nutrition is childhood obesity with regards to low income households. By conducting research and isolating some of the key factors affecting some of the most vulnerable people, we can begin to implements effectives support programs and services.
Advisor: Dr. Carrie Rosario Major: Public Health Education Hometown: Mint Hill, NC Quote: I am not intimidated by a problem, but rather eager to find the cause and effectively find a solution.
Advisor: Dr. Daniel Rhodes Major: Human Development and Family Studies Minor: Social Work Hometown: Durham, NC Quote: I would like to do research on adoption, specifically on how open vs. closed file adoption affects the mental health of both the adoptee and the biological parents/family.
Advisor: Dr. Erica Peyton Major: Human Development and Family Studies Hometown: Rocky Mount, NC Scholar Standout: Nijahlyn has an extensive list of volunteer experience which is representative of her commitment to serving others as a future career.
Advisor: Dr. Aaron Terranova Major: Kinesiology Hometown: Pelham, NC Scholar Standout: Ashley volunteers in multiple physical therapy settings throughout the year and showcases a strong aptitude for becoming an expert in the field.
Advisor: Dr. Tyreasa Washington Major: Social Work & Psychology Hometown: Greensboro, NC Quote: I quickly learned that it is not so much what you know, but how you will apply what you know to build yourself and be of assistance to others.
Advisor: Dr. Ashleigh Gallagher Major: Psychology Minor: Human Development and Family Studies & Studio Arts Hometown: Salisbury, NC Research Interests: Accessibility of higher education to low-income students.
Advisor: Dr. Yarneccia Dyson Major: Social Work Hometown: Greensboro, NC Scholar Standout: Ricquita is the Sole Proprietor of Birthing Life. This organization advocates for and educates women on childbirth and postpartum care.
Advisor: Dr. Carrie Rosario Major: Public Health Education Hometown: Greensboro, NC Research Interests: Cultural competency and inclusion in healthcare professions.
