Executive Board
President
Abby LoCascio is a senior double majoring in Biology with a biomedical science emphasis and Molecular and Cellular Biology with a human health and genetics emphasis. Abby’s current goal is to pursue a PhD and then a career in pharmaceutical research that will help others. Abby is currently a student researcher on campus and has been an intern at a biotechnical pharmaceutical company for the past three summers. Her hobbies include drawing, crocheting, and trying to learn how to cook.
Abby is really excited to be the President of WIMS and if anyone has any questions please feel free to reach out to her at alocascio@arizona.edu!
Vice President
Alani is a junior majoring in Medicine with an integrative and practice emphasis. After graduation she hopes to attend medical school and eventually pursue Maternal-Fetal Medicine. She currently works on campus with the Student Telephone Outreach Program. This semester you’ll find her volunteering at BUMC and working with pregnancies as a birth doula. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her friends, listening to OB/GYN podcasts, and going to pilates classes.
For any questions, reach out to her at: alaniwong@arizona.edu!
Secretary
Amelia is a junior majoring in physiology and medical sciences with a minor in Spanish. She plans on attending medical school and working in reconstructive/plastic surgery. She aims to collaborate with global non-profit organizations in underserved countries to provide medical care. Along with being the WIMS Social Events Coordinator, Amelia is a part of APAMSA (Asian Pacific Islander Pre-Health Club), Flying Samaritans, and Girl Gains. She is a volunteer at Banner University Medical Campus and has her phlebotomy technician certification. Amelia is also a part of a neurophysiological research lab on-campus. Outside of school Amelia enjoys working out, thrifting, reading, skiing, and matcha. She is so excited for this year and hopes to create a welcoming environment!
Feel free to reach out to her with any questions, concerns, or just to chat @ ameliagoodwin@arizona.edu!
Student Board
STEM Outreach Co-Coordinator
Summer Melahn is a senior majoring in Biology with an emphasis in Biomedical Sciences, with minors in Physiology and Medical Sciences, as well as Spanish. Her career goal is to attend Physician Assistant school and pursue a career in healthcare. Summer has conducted research in a prostate cancer lab at the University of Chicago and is currently working in the Limesand Lab at the Agricultural Research Center. Over the last semester, she volunteered with Banner in their south campus ED, witnessing the triage process and assisting with gathering vitals and rooming patients. In her free time, she enjoys line dancing, exploring the city, and a copious amount of caffeine.
Summer is excited to serve as the STEM Outreach Co-Coordinator for WIMS this year! For any questions, feel free to reach out to her at smelahn26@arizona.edu.
Social Media Coordinator
Ally Friedholm is a junior majoring in Biomedical Engineering with a minor in Math. She plans on getting her Ph.D. in either Biomedical Engineering or Cancer Biology/Oncology. Her goal is to create successful and affordable treatments to patients around the world. Currently, she is a part of the McGhee Lab at the Arizona Cancer Center. Her project is focused on creating 3D cell culture models that can be utilized for observing cell interactions. Additionally, she currently works on campus as a tutor at THINK TANK, and is a part of various clubs including BMES (Biomedical Engineering Society), BUMS (Biomedical Undergraduate Mentorship Program), and Chi Omega Sorority. In her free time, Ally enjoys baking, hiking, and watching Game of Thrones.
Ally is so excited to be a part of WIMS, and is always willing to answer any questions or comments you may have! You can contact her at: allisonfriedholm@arizona.edu.
Social Events Co-Coordinator
Reagan Imhoff is a junior and is majoring in Psychology and minoring in Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Studies. She plans on pursuing graduate school and obtaining her post-doctoral degree in clinical psychology. Reagan wants to become a clinical psychologist and help her clients and people with disabilities be confident in who they are. Reagan was a National Goodwill Ambassador for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). She, along with other advocates, pushed Congress to pass a bill that would include accessibility provisions in the 2023 FAA Authorization, which passed in the House and the Senate.
She is involved in several other charities in her hometown like the Wisconsin Leadership Seminar (WILS) and sits on several of their Inclusive Leadership Panels. In her free time, Reagan enjoys reading, writing, listening to music, going to concerts, hanging out with her friends, doing figure 8s on the Mall after hours, and traveling.
Reagan is the WIMS Social Event Co-Coordinator, and can be contacted through her email (reaganimmy@arizona.edu) or her Instagram (@reaganimmy).
Social Events Co-Coordinator
Devon Carroll is a senior studying medicine with an emphasis in basic medical sciences. She plans to apply to physician assistant school in the spring and hopefully attend in the fall of 2027! She currently volunteers at Sister Jose Women’s Center and is a BSM 296 preceptor, both of which she enjoys very much. She also shadows a cardiac ICU physician assistant at Banner University Medical Center. In her free time, she loves to hike, cook, exercise, and read. She also loves trying new restaurants in Tucson, so if you have any recommendations, let her know!
This is her first year on the WIMS board and she is so excited to plan super fun events and get to know everyone! You can email her at devoncarroll@arizona.edu if you have any questions or just want to say hi!
Project Coordinator
Katy Coulman is a sophomore double majoring in Psychology and Biology with a minor in Spanish. After completing her undergrad, she wishes to go to medical school to pursue a career in Trauma Surgery. Outside of being a part of the lovely WIMS's Advising Committee, she volunteers at the Campus Pantry and Campus Closet as well as the Pima Animal County Shelter. Whenever she is not studying, she loves to work out, hang out with family and friends, go to concerts. and to listen to music!! This is her first year on the WIMS board and I am so excited to continue helping members and growing the WIMS community!!
Please feel free to reach out kcoulman8@arizona.edu if you have questions, or concerns, or just wish to chat :)))) I'm so excited for an amazing year with you all!!
LOCAL OUTREACH Committee
Local Outreach Committee
Maya Sargent is a Sophomore majoring in Medicine at the University of Arizona. She grew up in Washington State and sought out the University of Arizona for the beautiful campus and sunny weather. Maya aspires to attend dental school upon completing her undergraduate degree, aiming to become a Dentist and possibly an Orthodontist. To gain relevant experience and enhance her dental school applications, she actively volunteers at Banner University Medical Center and has been shadowing dentists to better understand the field.
In addition to her academic and professional pursuits, Maya will be working as a desk assistant on campus this year. Outside of her commitments, Maya is passionate about spending her free time engaging in outdoor activities and exploring new experiences. She loves spending time with animals, hiking the scenic trails of Tucson, and discovering new places in the area. Additionally, she is a big fan of sports and loves to attend all of the events and games on campus with her friends.
She is very excited to serve as a part of the Local Outreach Committee for WIMS this year! You can reach her at manosa@arizona.edu!
Local Outreach Committee
Marcia is a junior majoring in biology and Spanish with a minor in Portuguese. She plans on attending medical school and working in surgical dermatology/oncology. Marcia currently works on campus for the library as a PIC student.
This semester, she is a student ambassador for the Precision Aging Network and a volunteer at the Arizona Simulation Technology & Education Center. In her free time, you can find Marcia playing intramural soccer, shopping, and cooking up new dishes. She loves to travel and even studied abroad in Spain and Brazil.
This is her first year on the WIMS executive board as part of the Local Outreach Committee. Please send any questions or inquiries regarding local outreach to mkeller09@arizona.edu.