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Danielle Greene is a sophomore (‘23) from West Nyack, New York. At the end of this semester, she plans to declare a major in Psychology with a minor in Data Analysis. She is interested in psychological disorders in adolescents and how they affect sleep patterns. Outside of the lab, Danielle is a member of the Wesleyan Animal Defense league, and she likes to draw, go for long walks, and watch TV and movies. Danielle hopes to complete Wesleyan’s B.A./M.A. program in Psychology.

Yalissa Rodriguez is a sophomore and prospective Neuroscience & Behavior and Science in Society double major from New London, Connecticut. She is most interested in the correlation between underrepresented groups and their quality of health. Specifically, the impacts environmental, socioeconomic, and physical stress have on the brain with and without treatment. This year she was honored as a McNair Scholar because of her drive to pursue an MD/Ph.D. in Neuroscience Psychology. In her free time, she enjoys the beach, trying new restaurants, and playing volleyball.

Zoe Genden is a sophomore Psychology and American Government double major from Old Saybrook, Connecticut. She is interested in social and personality psychology. Outside of the lab, Zoe serves as a board member to the Arcadia Political Review and as a teaching assistant. In the future, Zoe plans to pursue a PhD in psychology.