McNair Scholar Program
(Aug 2015 – Present)
A competitive program which prepares undergraduate students for doctoral studies through involvement in research and other scholarly activities.

Undergraduate Research Opportunities Center (UROC) Scholars  
(Aug 2015 – Present)
A competitive program which prepares undergraduates for graduate programs and a future in research. The program supports 2 years of research funding, including two funded summer experiences, and accompanies a 4-semester support course.

Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation program (LSAMP) 
(Jan 2015 – Present)
A NSF-funded program is to increase the participation of underrepresented individuals in STEM fields. The program provides funding for student research and education expenses.

Awarded 2nd Place
(November 2015)
Does poor water quality due to eutrophication promote an invasive species? Undergraduate Research, Scholarship & Creative Activity Showcase, Seaside CA, USA. November 13, 2015.