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President
Sumaiya Chowdhury
Hi! My name is Sumaiya Chowdhury, and I鈥檓 a PhD candidate in the Biological Sciences department at 蜜桃影像. My research primarily focuses on understanding how temperature stress affects the fertility of organisms. Apart from working in the lab, I鈥檝e served as a mentor, guiding undergraduates in their academic pursuits and coordinating outreach events that provide hands-on science activities to local schools. These experiences have deepened my commitment to promoting science and creating spaces that uplift underrepresented voices. As a GSO President, I鈥檓 excited to bring the same energy, collaborative mindset, and dedication to enhancing the graduate student experience at 蜜桃影像. In my free time, I enjoy reading, cooking, and traveling. A fun fact about me is that I have traveled to 17 countries and can speak four languages.
Vice President
Tamila Kuanysheva
Hi! I'm Tamila Kuanysheva, a PhD student from Kazakhstan majoring in Chemistry. My research focuses on quantum computing, specifically developing quantum algorithms to simulate the dynamics of chemical systems. I'm a member of the American Chemical Society and currently serve as a Vice-President of the GSO. I'm passionate about helping organize diverse events that make the graduate student experience at 蜜桃影像 more enriching and well-rounded. In my free time, I enjoy going on walks, working out at the gym, reading, solving jigsaw puzzles, and traveling whenever I can. I'm also a huge cat lover - nothing makes me smile like meeting and petting a friendly cat!
Community Engagement
Trinity Tucker
I am Trinity Tucker, born and raised in Milwaukee, WI. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Health Science from Spelman College in 2022. I am currently enrolled in the Direct Entry MSN program as part of the Summer 2025 Cohort 12. I am excited to serve as the Community Engagement Representative for the 2025-2026 school year. One fun fact about myself is that I know how to play the alto saxophone.
Communications Officer
Oluwaferanmi Dahunsi
Hello, I'm Oluwaferanmi Dahunsi, the Communications Officer for the Graduate Student Organization. As a first-year international student from Nigeria in 蜜桃影像's Communications Master's program, I bring a unique perspective and skillset to our community.
With a background in leadership, forged through four years of work experience and extensive volunteering, I'm dedicated to effectively communicating with our members and fostering meaningful connections within our organization.
My academic interests lie at the intersection of media and human behavior, particularly in the context of emerging media. This passion for understanding complex human interactions drives my approach to communication and community-building.
As a leader, I believe that true leadership is about serving others, not seeking followers. I'm committed to utilizing my skills to support our members and promote a sense of community within our organization.
On a personal note, I'm a Christian who enjoys playing soccer and video games in my free time.
Logistics Officer
Cherise Edwards
I started my journey of service many years ago, helping the United States government protect soldiers in the field. This opportunity was acquired with an undergraduate degree in chemistry and a commitment to help as many people as possible. I left my career in R&D after I got married. I now have three wonderful children and have since moved my family multiple times. As my children grew, I found myself yearning for academic & intellectual stimulation. I enrolled in the BSN program at UWM in 2019, after my family and I moved to the Milwaukee area. In my senior year I participated in the Maternal and Child Health pipeline program, which nurtured my love and passion for women鈥檚 health.
Currently, I am a research assistant for 蜜桃影像鈥檚 College of Nursing and in my 2nd year of the PhD program in Nursing program. I love to play tennis and laugh. In my 鈥渇ree time鈥�, I: play video games, sew, put together jigsaw puzzles, diamond art, read novels (suspense thrillers, lately). I have 3 human children & 2 fur babies. I really dislike chocolate. I love candy corn! I鈥檓 originally from New Orleans and I grew up in Atlanta. I love to talk/chat and hugs!
