Conference Credits

Allie Muschong - Undergrad Bio & Physics '26

Senior undergraduate in the EMU Honors College. Graduating in May, working at USGS for a year, entering a PhD program in fungal population genetics in fall 2027.

Keep up with me here! :)

Alicia Thompson - M.S. in Molecular/Cell Bio 2027

Molecular and Cellular Biology Master's Student and Graduate Teaching Assistant I ASM Future Mentorship Fellow

After completing her master's degree, Alicia would like to continue her studies in a PhD program for microbiology. When not in the lab, Alicia is a part-time ceramicist and enjoys cooking and baking. 

To connect please follow on LinkedIn or BlueSky @waterbear312.bsky.social

Jaime Williams - Undergrad Chemistry & Art History '26

Jaime is an Honors Chemistry Student at EMU interested in archaeometry research. They hope to enter a PhD program in Fall 2027. 

Find their Résume and LinkedIn info here: https://linktr.ee/jaimewilliams

Zach Antikainen - M.S. in Bio 2026

I study the behavioral ecology of freshwater fishes. I am interested in how stressors impacts fish behaviors. Behaviors that interest me include, but are not limited to anti-predator behavior, migration, sociality, parental care, and even play. I am currently searching for PhD positions. 

Email: zantikai@emich.edu; 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-antikainen-a35320198/

Research Website: https://sites.google.com/emich.edu/zachantikainen/about-me

Spencer Poscente - M.S. in Bio 2027