On April 18, 2024, a celebration was held for the graduates of Health Sciences LEAP (HS LEAP) program. The event recognized their significant educational achievements and was attended by their loved ones. The evening began with a poster presentation by third-year students of the Health Sciences LEAP program, followed by a delightful dinner catered by a local small business.
The highlight of the evening was a program that included speeches by LEAP Interim Director Seetha Veeraghanta and the presentation of program certificates by Health Sciences LEAP Instructor Erica Rojas. Professor Rojas closed the event with reflections on the program’s impact and congratulations to the students as they move on to the next chapter in their lives.
Over the years, past graduates of the LEAP program have pursued diverse career paths in various fields, including aspiring doctors, dentists, researchers, and therapists who are ready to make a positive impact on patients and communities. Congratulations to the 2024 HS LEAP cohort whose names are listed below:
– Salam Alzouabi
– Laila Batar
– Rubi Bustamante
– Sia Chauhan
– George Conde
– Ivan Delgado
– Hailee Fell