Timothy is a biology major on the pre-medical track. His future aspiration is to become a pediatric anesthesiologist.  He loves working alongside families and children to empower them to thrive. Timothy is honored to join the Preschool and Me team to support families and make a difference in their lives.

Ryan is majoring in applied psychology, minoring in biology, and is also on the pre-medicine track. Her goal is to become a pediatrician, which is why she is excited to work on this project. She believes this project will be very beneficial for families and is excited to be a part of the Preschool and Me team and help families receive the resources they need.

Denise is a student at UIC majoring in neuroscience and minoring in chemistry. She is on the pre-medical track and aims to attend medical school to pursue surgery. Denise is very excited to join the Preschool and Me team and help families receive the proper resources to be successful.

Caroline is a senior at the University of Illinois Chicago, majoring in applied psychology with a minor in sociology. She plans to pursue a PhD in clinical psychology, focusing on youth mental health, community-based care, and marginalized populations. She is passionate about advocacy and equity in mental health, ensuring underserved families are supported and every child has access to the resources they need to thrive.

Brynne graduated with a B.S in biological science and a minor in business management from Hampton University (Home By The Sea). She will be attending The University of Chicago to obtain her PhD in cancer biology. Brynne aspires to focus on cancer epigenetic treatment and targeting the molecular, environmental, and social components contributing to health disparities and inequities.

Janellie is a student at UIC majoring in integrated health studies on the pre-nursing track. Her ultimate goal is to become a pediatric oncology nurse practitioner and make a difference in the lives of children and their families. Janellie is honored to be a part of Preschool and Me to start making a difference in the lives of children.

Jasmin is a student at UIC majoring in applied psychology and minoring in criminal law and justice. She will be to attending the University of Chicago to pursue her master's degree in social work. Her ultimate goal is to become a clinical psychotherapist. Jasmin is very excited to join the Preschool and Me team and help families achieve a faster IEP process. 

Mariam graduated with a B.S. in Molecular Biology from the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC). She plans to attend a medical scientist training program (MSTP), where she aspires to focus on women’s health and accessibility to healthcare services.

Kayla is a 4th year student at UIC set to graduate in May of 2024. She is majoring in integrated health studies and double minoring in psychology and medical humanities. Kayla hopes to pursue medical school in the near future and eventually continue her work in the pediatric field. 

Lynn is a third year student at UIC majoring in biology and pursuing the medical field. She has experience in working at Preschool as a teacher assistant. She’s passionate about helping families and children specifically and aspires to work in the pediatric field.

Shloka is a freshman majoring in Integrated Health Studies on the pre-medicine track. She hopes to pursue a career in pediatric neurology. Shloka loves working with children and is passionate about giving back to the community in any way she can. She is excited to be part of the Preschool and Me team and looks forward to supporting families and making a meaningful impact.

Carolina is a biology major on the Pre-Medical track. She aspires to attend medical school and become a pediatric trauma surgeon. She is excited to be a part of this project to help children receive the proper education and resources that they need at a young age. 

Adil is an applied psychology major, graduating in May 2025. He is infatuated with the human mind and will use this curiosity in medicine to become a Child Psychiatrist. Adil is jubilant to join this team and hopes to make a difference in families' lives.

Natalia is a pre-medical student at UIC majoring in integrated health studies and minoring in psychology and human nutrition. Her future career aspiration is to become a doctor. She has always had a passion for helping individuals with special needs and disabilities. Previously she worked as a Behavioral Therapist and currently she is working as a Certified Medical Assistant at Advocate. She is very excited to help families by connecting them to the resources that their children need to succeed! 

Zain is a fourth year student majoring in applied psychology at University of Illinois at Chicago. He is set to graduate in May 2025 and aspires to attend law school after. In the future, he wants to help programs like Preschool & Me in creating a better education system for future generations.

Diya is a third year student at UIC set to graduate in December 2025. She is majoring in psychology and double minoring in biology and kinesiology. She is on the pre-physician assistant track where she hopes to work in the pediatric speciality. She is dedicated to ensuring children have access to the right resources and supporting families.

Rashida is a sophomore pre-dental student at UIC majoring in integrated health studies. She is passionate about delivering health equity to kids especially because she has a strong interest in working with kids in the future. Her goal is to become a pediatric dentist who advocates for accessible care and community health. She is very excited to be a part of this team and hopes she can do her part in bridging the gap and supporting children's growth and developmental needs.

Ashley will be attending the UIC College of Nursing in the fall of 2025. She is passionate about working with families and ensuring they receive the support they need. As a Patient Navigator, she helps guide families through important processes, and her experience as a literacy tutor has allowed her to support children with Down syndrome in developing their reading and writing skills. She is excited to continue making a meaningful impact, whether through patient advocacy or early childhood education programs like Preschool and Me.

Tiffany is an undergraduate student at the University of Illinois Chicago pursuing a double degree in applied psychology and disability and human development. Currently, she volunteers and participates in philanthropic events in the Chicagoland area. In the future, she aspires to give back to the community as a school counselor. She is thrilled to join the Preschool & Me team and looks forward to supporting families and children in receiving the resources they need to thrive.

Samantha is a first-year UIC student majoring in integrated health science and minoring in Spanish for the Professions. She is on the pre-med track and plans on attending medical school to become a pediatrician. Samantha is excited to join Preschool and Me because she wants to connect with and support families in her community, inspired by her own personal experiences growing up.