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Over the course of her undergraduate experience, Brianna slowly evolved into an astoundingly self-driven and empathic individual. Her experiences and a vision focused on research and comparative medicine fueled her aspiration to become a Research Veterinarian. She felt that she could create innovative solutions to common health issues i.e., kidney disease, infectious diseases, and heart disease. She believed that observation, inspiration, and determination formed the foundation of her success.
'''''During UIF?'''''
In 'Stanford University Innovation Fellowship Program' my team and I developed a phase II of ' Leading Innovation Venture Entrepreneurship'. We used it as a way to bridge the gap amongst the campus, learning styles, and student/teacher structure. We held classes where student's could find innovative ways to bring creativity into their learning rooms.
'''''What Happened after UIF?'''''
Post-graduation, with a B.S. in Agriculture, her vision of pursuing veterinary medicine shifted towards public health, specifically epidemiology. She began working towards transitioning into clinical research by completing a internship with PharmOrganix, and transitioning employment from a Senior Supervisor at VIP Petcare to a Parasitology Technician with a new company. In this newfound role she contributed to monitoring animal health trends analyzing research samples. Currently, she is involved in an internship with Xplosion Technology, educating minority youth about diabetes monitoring, conduct thorough research to identify potential grants, scholarships, angel investors and accelerators that are suitable for Xplosion's goals, and creating effective solutions. Inspired by innovative medical advancements and her background in agricultural science, she sought to make a meaningful impact in her community.
Although she faced redirection she continued to believe in continual growth and actively seeking innovative approaches to address challenges in the world. As a purpose-driven individual, she has strived to maintain her education, mentor others, and lead campus-wide initiatives. Often times she doubts the success of her path while helping others grow in strength but one day she will be as strong as the ones she has touched. '''''Where is she now?'''''
Brianna is currently working towards achieving her master's in public health, managing a full-time position as a parasitology technician, and settling into being a mentor to the next upcoming fellows in the Standford University Innovation Fellowship program. In addition, Brianna maintains her passion for mentorship, creativity, and innovation by conducting a monthly newsletter called "Connections Chronicle" on her social media platforms. This newsletter serves as a platform to share her journey's triumphs and setbacks, promoting mental health wellness and providing insights into navigating life's challenges. She continues to step outside the box and advocate for others to do the same.