Meet Sophie Thompsen, a College of Science Representative in the Undergraduate Student Senate. A fourth-year student majoring in Computational Neuroscience with a minor in Science, Technology, and Law, Sophie joined USS in May 2023 to align with her academic interests and strengthen her professional skills. She values the diverse opportunities within the Senate, particularly its multi-faceted committees, and has been actively involved in CUSA, Appropriations, and the Commission on Research. One of her most memorable experiences has been participating in Hokie Day, where she advocated for student interests at the state level—an experience she looks forward to repeating. Beyond the Senate, Sophie is a member of the Virginia Tech Running Club and enjoys trivia, jazz, and film. Her favorite movie is The Santa Clause 2. Through her involvement in USS and other campus activities, she continues to make a meaningful impact on the Virginia Tech community while pursuing her academic and personal passions.