Executive Board Members 2019
Sangho Jee
President
Hello, I am a rising senior majoring in Biochemistry along with Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics. I have been with ASBMB since its founding and have served in the role of Event Master and Vice President prior to my current position. I am interested in reaching out to the community to advocate for science and increase awareness of science-based issues through demonstration and other activities. I love cats (although I am allergic to them sadly), play the piano, am learning to play the violin, and like to pitch my hammock in the mall whenever I have free time!
Lexie Schneider
Secretary
Hi, my name is Lexie Schneider and this semester I am happy to be serving as the secretary of the UMD chapter of ASBMB! I am from Frederick, Maryland and am currently a sophomore studying Cell Biology in Genetics. In the future, I hope to do biological research, especially in the field of genetics. Outside of ASBMB, in my free time I also enjoy swimming and am a part of the Integrated Life Sciences program as part of the Honors college. I joined ASBMB my first semester of my first year and am thrilled to be back and to get to serve on the E-board!!
Hey everyone! My name is Joyce, and I’m your current Vice President of ASBMB. I’m currently a junior Environmental Science and Policy major on the pre-med track, and I can’t wait for this upcoming semester. In my free time, I love playing the piano and violin, watching Netflix, going to the gym, and anything outside.
Joyce Song
Vice President
Melyssa Cheung
Treasurer
Hi I'm Melyssa! I'm a Biochemistry/pre-med major. I'm originally from Toronto, Ontario. I love biochemistry because you get the best of both worlds of chemistry and biology that involves physiochemical processed that occur within living organisms that may be applied in the medical field to aid others. Besides loving science, I love playing basketball and volleyball, as well loving dogs and eating strawberry ice cream while I'm drowning in writing my lab reports. Hope you guys love ASBMB as much as I do!
SiJia Chen
Event Master
Hi everyone, welcome to the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology! My name is SiJia Chen, the eventmaster of the club. I am a sophomore double majoring in General Biology and Economics. I am the oldest child in my family with three younger siblings. In the future, I hope to pursue a career in the healthcare field. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends. I love all types of art, including painting, drawing, pottery, and photography. My dream is to travel around the world and broaden my perspective. Hope to see you around on campus!
Ai Nguyen
Historian
Hello, my name is Ai, it's pronounced like "eye", and it means "love" in Vietnamese. I'm a junior majoring in Biochemistry. My favorite classes are Mushrooms and Molds (PLSC 120) and Immunology (BSCI 442). My career goal is to attend graduate program to find cure for autoimmune diseases. In my spare time, I like to draw and do watercolor painting. I also like digital design, gardening (esp. succulents), hiking and watching cartoons.