International Students, Problematic Alcohol Use, and Drinking to Cope at CPA 2025 

W&M Ceremonia Raíces Stole Design and Graduation Programming

Community Science Engagement: Presenting BRAVO Lab Research at Sci-Fri Night

I had the wonderful opportunity to present my RSMJ poster again at yesterday's Sci-Fri Night event in the ISC, thanks to Prof. Bravo's encouragement. The experience allowed me to share BRAVO Lab's work with the greater Williamsburg community, introducing visitors to new concepts in substance use research. I'm especially grateful to Prof. Hunt for organizing this valuable community-academic exchange, where conversations with attendees provided fresh perspectives on our harm reduction approaches and correlation analyses. These interactions not only educated community members but also offered insightful feedback that will help shape our future research directions.

Trauma and Immunity: Exploring ACE-Q Correlations in College Health

Charles Center summer funded research presented at a local conference on the relationship between adverse childhood experiences and immune function in U.S. college students. Analyzing over 2,100 responses with Prof. Bravo's guidance revealed significant correlations between early trauma and health outcomes. This research underscores the importance of understanding how childhood experiences continue to impact physical health throughout college years.

Global Alcohol Assessment Research: Presenting the B-YAACQ Study at CPA Albuquerque

 I presented my work on the B-YAACQ scale's effectiveness in identifying at-risk college drinkers across seven countries at the Collaborative Perspectives on Addiction conference in Albuquerque. This valuable experience allowed me to share findings with addiction specialists, receive expert feedback, and build professional connections in the field. Working under Prof. Adrian Bravo's mentorship, this conference significantly enhanced my understanding of addiction science while providing a platform to contribute meaningful cross-cultural research to the psychological community.

Global Public Health Perspectives: My Experience at APHA Atlanta

Cross-Cultural Cannabis Research: Presenting Family Dynamics and Coping Mechanisms at the RSMj Conference

Presented my research on family dynamics, rumination, and marijuana use patterns across cultures at the 7th RSMj Conference in Long Beach. 

Public Health Advocacy: Showcasing My APHA Internship Experience

Had the opportunity to present at the Internships & Applied Learning Student Showcase hosted by the Cohen Career Center, where I shared insights from my internship with the American Public Health Association. This valuable experience was made possible through F.U.S.E. funding, which provided critical financial support for living expenses during my otherwise unpaid position. Working with the Alliance team allowed me to apply my public health knowledge to real-world advocacy initiatives while developing professional connections that align with my career goals.

Empowering Future Scholars: My Experience as a PLUS Counselor