Peer Mentors

Ms. Dabson was selected as an IN LSAMP Peer Mentor in 2020. Currently, she is seeking a BS degree in Chemistry with concentration in Biochemistry. Ms. Dabson is also involved in African Student Association, Pre-Health Professional Club, Women Empowerment Club, Red Cross Club, and is a part of the Honors College. When she graduates, she will continue her education in medical school to pursue a career in Anesthesiology.

Ms. Rios was selected as an LSAMP scholar in 2020. Currently she is seeking a BS degree in Biology with a concentration in Zoology and a minor in Spanish. She is also involved in LSU (Latinx Student Union). When she graduates, she hopes to work in an animal shelter or sanctuary.

Mr. Saldivar was selected as an IN LSAMP scholar in 2020. Currently, he is seeking a BS degree in Biology with a concentration in Pre-Veterinary and Zoology. As a LSAMP scholar, he has worked with Dr. Pederson on Glycogen levels in rats and the possible effects that it may have on learning and growth. These tests and experiments can be used to refer to diabetes in humans. Mr. Saldivar has been involved with an on-campus church group, The Revolution and The Wildlife Society. These organizations help bring forth the development of volunteer work and networking with noticeable personnel. When he graduates, he hopes to get into a graduate school to pursue his Ph.D. in Veterinary Medicine.

Ms. Taylor was selected as an IN LSAMP Scholar in 2020. Currently, she is seeking a BS degree in Meteorology/Climatology with minors in Mathematical Sciences and Geographic Information Systems. Morgan works in the GIScience Lab Assistant. She is also the Chief weather forecaster for WCRD 91.3 Always Better Radio, and a weather forecast for NewsLink Indiana. When she graduates, she plans to attend graduate school and receive a master’s degree.

Mr. Watts was selected as an IN LSAMP Peer Mentor in 2020. Currently, he is seeking a BS in Chemistry and pre-engineering . As a LSAMP scholar, he has worked with Dr. Sergiy Rosokha in the organic chemistry lab. He is a member of the ball state Impact organization for African American students and when he graduates, he hopes to be accepted into an engineering program and become a chemical engineer.