Hi everyone! My name is Sanjana Bhatt and I am a sophomore majoring in Biomedical Sciences and minoring in Spanish & Medical Sociology. As a future physician interested in maternal-infant & global health, I hope to increase awareness of Student Health Service resources and serve as a student advocate amidst current structural & linguistic barriers to healthcare.

Outside of SHAC, I am involved in MACH (Maternal and Children’s Health Association), Shepherd’s Hope, and the BEACON Center for English Literacy. Looking forward to a great year!

Hello, my name is Romi Hardin. I’m a senior majoring in Health Sciences with a minor in Medical Sociology. I joined the Student Health Advisory Committee (SHAC) in the spring to advocate for student health and help raise awareness about the health resources available on campus, which I felt were often overlooked. I’m particularly interested in physical health and nutrition, and I’m currently working on my undergraduate thesis in this area. My goal is to pursue a career in reconstructive pediatric plastic surgery, where I hope to make a positive impact on children’s health and well-being. I love being involved on campus and enjoy volunteering during my free time. I’m looking forward to making a positive impact on campus during my last semester at UCF. Thank you!

Romi graduated from UCF in Fall 2024! Congrats!

Hello, my name is Otniel A. Delgado Perez. I am a graduate student in the MS Health Promotion and Behavioral Sciences program. My career goal is to work in community health with a focus on HIV prevention and education.  The Student Health Advisory Committee (SHAC) is an excellent opportunity to apply what I am learning in the real world and help the UCF community become healthier.  I am excited to be a member and cannot wait to see what opportunities open up.

Aulani is a third-year student at the University of Central Florida studying Health Sciences. With a passion for worldwide wellness, quality healthcare, and community service, she is always looking for ways to give back to those around her. Aulani is a part of SHAC to help expand outreach to fellow UCF students and help them be aware of their options here on campus. She believes that the earlier a foundation of knowledge regarding healthcare is established, the easier it is to maintain throughout life. She will apply her experience from SHAC to serve a diverse range of patients with varying backgrounds and worldviews.

Joseph Fadhli is a Health Sciences major at UCF on the pre-med track and an active member of the Student Health Advisory Committee. He is dedicated to improving student health services and advocating for accessibility, cultural sensitivity, and overall wellness on campus. Joseph is passionate about promoting health initiatives that address the diverse needs of the student body and is committed to enhancing healthcare resources as part of his goal to pursue a career in medicine.

Hello Knights! My name is Jody Cunningham and I am a sophomore majoring in Health Sciences on the Pre-Clinical track. After graduation, I plan to attend medical school to become an Anesthesiologist!

I joined SHAC to help connect UCF students by providing them with information about Student Health Services and to bring awareness to health issues that may concern students on campus. As a member of SHAC, I strive to work alongside the other members to create a safe and welcoming environment regarding health for our peers.

I am also heavily involved in the choir program at UCF. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, listening to music, and spending time with my friends and family.

Hello Knights! My name is Jillian Weathington, and I’m pursuing my Master of Science in Health Promotion and Behavioral Science at UCF! I’m also a Fall 2023 graduate of UCF, where I majored in Health Sciences (pre-clinical) with a minor in Diversity and Social Inequality. After graduating with my Master’s degree, I will attend medical school to become a physician!

I was drawn to the SHAC through my passion for health advocacy. I’m excited to join the SHAC to help educate UCF students on various public health initiatives and the resources UCF provides to support their overall well-being.

Outside of SHAC, I am also a Graduate Teaching Assistant for the Department of Health Sciences as well as a Research Assistant for Dr. Jeune’s Research Lab!

Hello! My name is Jasleen Sodhi, and I’m currently a sophomore at UCF majoring in Health Sciences on the pre-dental track. I joined the Student Health Advisory Committee (SHAC) to get more involved and positively impact student health at UCF. It’s essential for both students and faculty to be aware of the healthcare resources available on campus, and I believe Student Health Services (SHS) plays a crucial role in our community.

 

Alongside SHAC, I’m actively involved in the Punjabi Student Association, the Knight-thon Committee of Honors Congress, and the Pre-Dental Student Association.

My name is Ivana Marrero and I am a Sophomore at UCF studying Biomedical Sciences as a pre-dental student. I am a member of the Pre-Dental Student Association and a peer mentor for the UCF Burnette School of Biomedical Sciences where I get to assist students in schedule building, time management, etc.

I joined SHAC to expose myself more to the health implementations that take place within my university as well as help to bring awareness to it. My passions extend primarily to dental care and public health, but aspire to dive into topics such as nutrition, healthcare access and knowledge, and skin health, especially within the state of Florida. Health literacy has always been something I want to promote to the general public and plan to help by providing as many resources as possible through this committee

Hi everyone! My name is Isabella Velez and I’m a sophomore majoring in Biomedical Sciences. I joined SHAC because I wanted to contribute to connecting UCF’s student body with student health services and ensure that everyone has access to and is aware of the services available to them. I’m also particularly interested in our Smoke-Free campus initiative as many students aren’t aware of the harmful impacts these substances can hold in the future. I think that it’s an incredibly important topic to discuss, especially with the rising popularity of e-cigarettes along with other tobacco and nicotine products among our generation. After graduation I plan to attend medical school and later enter pediatrics or neonatology.

Outside of SHAC, I’m the Vice President for Her Health and am involved with PERIOD, MACH, and Knights Helping Knights Pantry. In my free time, I enjoy reading, volunteering, listening to music, and dancing!