Elaine Yee Ling Chu

• What does being a First-Generation College Graduate mean to you?

As a first generation college graduate, I am thankful for the opportunities I was able to experience in undergrad and be able to be an educated voice in society.

• What is your proudest moment from your time at UCSD?

My proudest moment is the amazing lab opportunities to learn science provided by my mentor.

• Who are the family members, friends or loved ones who have been most influential throughout your college journey? Are there any words of gratitude you would like to share with them?

Thank you to my parents for making college possible and the encouragement to reach for my dreams! I certainly would not be able to make it to where I am without them and for my family and friends.

• Who are the staff, faculty or mentors who have been most influential throughout your college journey? Are there any words of gratitude you would like to share with them?

I would like to thank the Zou lab for their support and mentorship, especially my mentor Yue Ban!

• What do you plan or hope to do after graduating?

I hope to work in the biotech industry as I work on graduate school applications.

Campus Affiliations

Campus Involvement

• Undergraduate Student Researcher