Testimonials & Past Fellows

School: Lansing Community College

Major: AS - Science

When asked what she would take away from this experience, McGinnis said, “Takes chances and look out for opportunities to learn more. I think this experience has encouraged me to stay in science and pursue a master's degree.”

School: Lansing Community College

Major: AS - Biology

After this experience, Evans says she definitely wants to pursue something with bumble bees in the future. ”I didn’t expect to have so much fun looking at bees so I’m glad for this program for giving me a chance to experience something I wouldn't have looked at before. I’m glad I applied and was able to be a part of this lab.”

School: Lansing Community College

Major: AS - Science

Year: Sophomore

Fun Fact: Karenine loves music and has been playing since she was two-years-old. She has been participating with a local orchestra and loves how much music can reach a wide audience.

When asked what she would say to others considering the program Karenine said, “Team building, responsibility, communication, open-mindedness and active learning. I highly recommend this program to anyone who is searching for a fully engaged and committed opportunity!”

School: Kalamazoo Valley Community College

Major: AS - Math

Year: Sophomore

Fun fact: Nadia plays the piano and has been for 10 years and enjoys playing as an artistic outlet.

Nadia’s overall view of the program was positive. “I believe the research projects in the program are beneficial to a diverse selection of science majors and are a great way to improve the quality of your education as well! I am so grateful for everything the EROF program has done for me, I could not recommend it enough!”

School: Michigan State University

Major: Biochemistry

Year: Sophomore

Fun fact: Thang enjoys outdoor activities including hiking and biking. Thang also enjoys playing and listening to music.

When asked, Thang expressed enthusiasm for the program. “The best way to grow as a person is to get out of your comfort zone and embrace it. The EROF program is perfect for students who are looking for a new experience and who are looking to improve themself as a person and professionally.”

School: Lansing Community College

Major: AS - Chemistry

Year: 2021-2023

Fun Fact: I've been on a state bike tour in almost every state

“EROF has opened my eyes to the types of path options available even outside of entomology. I enjoy the time and energy you guys take to make sure the information is easy to understand and getting the experience.”

School: Eastern Michigan University 

Major: Biology

Year: Senior

Fun fact: I love being active and gaming 

“EROF went very well!! I am so glad to have met all of you! I liked learning and getting the first-hand experience of field work for collecting insect traps”

School: Eastern Michigan University

Major: Biology with a discipline in Physiology

Year: Just graduated with bachelors 

Fun Fact: I'm afraid of squirrels

“EROF gave me insight into how academia works and how master's programs work, as well as gave me some good references”

School: Henry Ford Community College 

Major: Biology (Pre-Med)

Year: Sophomore 

Fun Fact: I Rap in Arabic, and I have some music out on my YouTube channel (Turaani Music).

“The EROF program gave me a very clear idea on how scientific research worked exactly. Not to mention, provided extremely helpful information regarding Grad school, professional school, career paths and so on. This program helped me set up a solid plan B which is scientific research, not necessarily in entomology but in the research field in general.”