people
Margot Schwalbe
Assistant Professor of Biology
schwalbe (at) lakeforest.edu
Current Lab Members
Anais Azevedo '26
My name is Anais Azevedo, and I am an international student from Mozambique and Brazil. I am a rising sophomore majoring in Biology and Environmental Studies with a minor in Chemistry. My plan is to pursue a master’s in marine biology after I graduate from college. I love being in the ocean, especially when I am scuba diving almost 100 feet deep as a certified Rescue Diver.
Shrija Chhetri '24
Kyle Lassen ‘25
I'm Kyle, a rising Sophomore. Currently I'm a declared Biology major but am also taking classes in Math, Spanish, and International relations. I'm still deciding what my plans are after graduation, but I plan on continuing my education in some form. I stay busy with my classes, varsity tennis, and tutoring/peer teaching.
Jeremy Levin '26
I am a Biology and Neuroscience double major while considering a minor in Music Performance. After college, I hope to continue on to medical school and pursue a career in Neurology. I play clarinet for the college Concert Band and Symphony Orchestra as well as outside of the College. I am a member of the Health Professions Program, and I plan on joining Eukaryon in the Fall. In my free time, I enjoy working out, astrophotography, cooking, and spending time with my numerous pets.
Jia Zheng ’25
I am double majoring in Psychology and Business and planning to attend graduate school after Lake Forest College. I am a part the environmental club, the health professions program, and relay for life. In my free time, I love to shop, try different restaurants, and read.
Former Lab Members
Alyssa Silva ‘23
My name is Alyssa Silva, and I am a rising senior at the college double majoring in Neuroscience and Biology. At the college I am involved in Nu Rho Psi, HPP, and peer mentoring various neuroscience and medical classes. This year, those will include Human Physiology, Human Anatomy, and NEUR302. I also work as an Emergency Medical Technician for Superior Ambulance. In my free time, I love working out and cooking healthy meals! After graduation, I will be attending graduate school for Physician Assistant practices.
Gabrielle Vineyard '23
I am a Neuroscience major from southern/southwestern Illinois; after graduation, I plan to go into either research or healthcare.
Djina Jovanovic '23
I am a Biology major, rising junior, and after graduation I hope to get into PA school. I live in Gurnee IL, I love to paint and draw, I play tennis on my free time.
Reed Connor '22
Violet Anderson '23
I am a Chemistry major and a Biology minor planning to attend PA school after graduating from Lake Forest. I am on the swim team at the college and have also spent time as a tutor and TA. I enjoy traveling, shopping, and spending time with my family!
Kerry Mullen '22
I am a Biology major with an Environmental Studies minor and plan attending physical therapy school. after graduation. I'm a member of the Lake Forest swim team as well as Beta Beta Beta. In my free time, I enjoy working out, watching soccer, and reading.
Hannah Stinson ‘20
I am a Biology and French double major with a Chemistry minor and am plan on continuing on into medical school. I swim competitively on the college team, am the president of Beta Beta Beta and Phi Sigma Iota, and am a member of SAACS, FHP, and French club. Outside of academics, I enjoy playing piano, drawing, and traveling to new places.
Kylie Morgan '22
I am a Biology major with a Chemistry minor looking also into environmental studies. I am interested in animal behavior because I enjoy learning how and why organisms interact with their surroundings. I am also a member of the Lake Forest Swim Team and am involved in FHP and ASBMB. I absolutely LOVE sushi and books by Agatha Christie.