Meet the Fall 2025 Officers!

Major: Neuroscience BSA; BDP Cert: Social Inequality, Health & Policy

Why Synapse: I joined Synapse because I wanted to connect with other students interested in neuroscience! 

Fun Fact:  I was born with two thumbs on each hand!

Email: presidentsynapse@gmail.com

Major: Neuroscience BS with a Programming and Computation Certificate

Why Synapse: I joined Synapse to enter a community that introduced me to other Neuroscience majors and professors in the Department of Neuroscience. Additionally, I wanted to contribute to the organization through volunteering events and socials, where I could hang out with other members. I love being a part of Synapse and can not wait for the years ahead with my new friends!

Fun Fact: I'm addicted to music and my Spotify Wrapped was over 200,000 minutes last year!

Email: vicepresidentsynapse@gmail.com

Major: Neuroscience BS with Forensic Science and Pre-Health Professionals Certificate.

Why Synapse: I joined to meet other neuroscience majors and learn from peers and mentors through Pizza with Professors and other events. I aim to transfer the knowledge I have gained to new Synapse members and support each other in this process.

Fun Fact: I am active in my free time and an avid NBA follower. 

Email: internalvpsynapse@gmail.com

Major: B.S in Neuroscience with a Pre-Health Professions Certificate

Why Synapse: I am in Synapse because it was one of the first clubs I saw on campus. When I talked to the officers during my freshman orientation, I could tell they were truly happy to be a part of this organization. Synapse also has been really good at allowing me to take advantage of opportunities to make connections within the neuroscience community.

Fun Fact: I speak 4 languages: English, Portuguese, Spanish, and Italian!

Email: treasurersynapse@gmail.com

Major: Neuroscience BSA with a Business/Public Policy minor

Why Synapse: I joined because I wanted to meet other neuroscience majors and get an introduction to the various neuroscience professors and other opportunities we have on campus, and I wanted to further my passion for neuroscience. I'm really excited to be involved with Synapse and hope to contribute even more as a member of the officer board!

Fun Fact: I can crack all of my joints on command except for my knuckles.

Email: secretarysynapse@gmail.com

Social Coordinator: Estrella Palomo

Major: Neuroscience BS Honors with a certificate in Spanish in Healthcare

Why Synapse: I chose Synapse because it brings together students who are passionate about neuroscience while also creating a supportive community. As Social Coordinator, I want to help foster connections, make sure our members feel included, and build a space where we can learn from each other both academically and socially!

Fun Fact: I love to crochet and play Fortnite! I am only good at one of those things, take a guess!

Email: socialcoordinatorsynapse@gmail.com

Major: Neuroscience BS

Why Synapse: I joined Synapse so I could find out the other aspects of neuroscience that I myself am not obsessed with while also meeting new people who I can connect with. Through the various social events, fundraisers, and workshops, I have made incredibly close friends and feel amazing to be part of tight knit community.

Fun Fact: I am a black belt in Shotokan Karate.

Email: outreachcoordinatorsynapse@gmail.com

Major: Neuroscience BSA with a certificate in Spanish in Healthcare

Why Synapse: I joined to find great pre-med opportunities and get involved with the neuroscience community.

Fun Fact: I am USCF chess tournament director.

Email: volunteercoordinatorsynapse@gmail.com