Hometown: W. Portsmouth, OH

Major(s): Neuroscience

Minor: Chemistry

Class Year: Junior

Most influential faculty or staff member: Dr. Ray Shively

Why?: Dr. Shively is always, without exception, willing to answer questions, give feedback, and work with every student to ensure they are not just able to provide correct answers on exams but to truly understand. Because of his guidance and teaching, I can say something I never thought I’d be able to say: I enjoy organic chemistry. So, thank you to Dr. Shively for all of your continued effort; it is genuinely appreciated.

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