Hi, I'm Anayse! I'm a 3rd-year Masters student in the Department of Mathematics at Virginia Tech.  My research area is in mathematical biology with a focus on population modeling. I am currently researching integral projection models (IPMs) under Dr. Lauren Childs. Outside of math I enjoy cooking, hanging out with friends and playing intramural sports. I’m very excited to help form the Graduate Student Seminar to help other grads practice their presentation skills in a safe and welcoming environment.

Hi, I am Julia and I am a 3rd-year Masters student in the Department of Mathematics at Virginia Tech. My research area is coding theory with a focus on network communications. My advisor is Prof. Gretchen Matthews. My hobbies including intramural sports and hanging out with friends. I am looking forward to forming this seminar to give other graduate students a chance to give talks to their peers, preparing them for upcoming conferences and academic events.