We are happy to serve our fellow Women in STEM as Executive Board members.
Learn more about our previous E-Board and founding members here.
Jordie Kamuene
President
PhD Student in Biomedical Science
Bouvé College of Health Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences Department
Research interests: Pharmacology and physiology of ion channels in the heart
I am passionate about diversity and inclusion in STEM education, public health, and service.
I love watching reruns of my favorite shows, cooking, reading, and trying new cusines.
I love GWiSE because of the wonderful community of women that work together to advocate for each other and support one another.
Miyuki Gomez
Vice-President
Student in Biotechnology
College of Science
Research interests: Biopharmaceutical Analysis, Regulatory Science and Affairs
My GWiSE community has given me so much support during some difficult times reminding me of what I am capable of accomplishing. I would like to continue to work on our united mission of bridging the gaps is why I decided to be a part of GWiSE EBoard.
Alicia Wagner
Secretary
PhD Student in Chemistry
Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology
Research interests: Drug discovery and optimization for antimalarial drugs
I love GWiSE because it creates a welcoming and inclusive community of women in different STEM fields which allows me to learn from other’s experiences.
Alanna Sparagna
Treasurer
MS Student in Mechanical Engineering
Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
Research Interests: Advanced materials processing, Cold spray technologies
I love outdoor sports like snowboarding and kitesurfing
Also, I really enjoy daily running near Charles River
GWiSE makes me feel like a part of a society that understands and support each other in many ways. That’s why I love being a part of it.
Miyuki Gómez
Professional Development Committee Chair
Student in Biotechnology
College of Science
Research interests: Biopharmaceutical Analysis, Regulatory Science and Affairs
My passions are Hiking, Camping, and roller skating.
I love catching sunrises, chasing sunsets and Travelling.
I love GWiSE because we are group of women working towards building a supportive community and diversifying STEM industry.
Pallak Singh
GSG Senate Liaison
MS Student in Computer Systems Engineering
Department of Multidisciplinary Graduate Engineering
Research interests: Cyber Physical Systems, Robotics, Machine Learning, Healthcare Technology
I am passionate about food, graphic design and computers!
I love baking, painting, reading and cooking.
I love GWiSE for its building a community to empower and inspire more women to pursue a career inSTEM and overcome the hurdles that come with it.
Bella Leiwant
Advocacy Committee Chair
MS/CAGS Student in School Psychology
Department of Applied Psychology
Research interests: School-based interventions to promote mental and physical health; addressing racial and ethnic disparities in school-based behavioral health services
In my spare time, I enjoy hiking, reading, and meeting new cats.
I love GWiSE because I am passionate about advocating for inclusion and diversity in science, and really enjoy getting to know graduate students from other disciplines.
Sara Falleni
Media and Advertising Committee Chair
PhD Candidate in Computer Engineering
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Research interests: Underwater Communications and Networking with a focus on the design of MAC protocols for Static and Mobile Underwater Sensor Networks
My passions are Photography, Digital Design and Track and Field.
I love watching sunsets and Travelling.
I love GWiSE for its mission that is building a community of women that can support each other is and will always be one of the goals of my life.
Carolyn Liu
GWiSE Campus Liaison
MS in Mechanical Engineering (‘22)
Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
Research interests: Renewable/alternative energy harvesting and storage
My passions are Environmental and Animal Welfare.
I love traveling, hiking, eating, and hanging out with animals.
I love GWiSE for providing support for future females in STEM and paving the way for improving equity in the professional workspace.
Kris Govertsen
Community Committee Chair
PhD student in Interdisciplinary Engineering. MS Sustainable Building Systems
Collaboration with Architecture, Public Policy and Urban Affairs, and Civil and Environmental Engineering Departments
I study thermal resilience with the goal of reducing racial and income disparities to improve resilience to climate change
I enjoy stand up specials, knitting, playing with my two cats, hiking and coaching a local softball team.
GWiSE gave me the opportunity to form relationships with other likeminded, driven, talented, intellectual women through professional and personal community events.
Sabrina Civale
Outreach Committee Chair
MS student in Bioengineering in Biomedical Devices and Optics
Department of Bioengineering
Research interests: I do work on neuron regeneration and post-image processing of fluorescent microscopy images
In my free time, I play bass guitar, knit, and play DnD (Dungeons and Dragons).
I’m excited to be a part of GWISE and help foster a support network for women, members of underrepresented minorities, and LGBTQ+ individuals feel safe in all areas of STEM.
Drishti Parwanda
NE GWiSE Liaison Committee Chair
MS student in Biotechnology
College of Science
Research interests: Molecular Biotechnology, Immunology and Cell Biology
In my spare time I like to read, binge watch and explore the Great Outdoors.
I love listening and playing music, travelling to new places, trying out new cuisines. My bucket list includes trying out every new advernture sport that exists!
I love being part of both New England and Northeastern GWiSE because both of them believe in fostering a safe and equitable STEM community. It is a great place to meet and interact with strong women from different fields of STEM, so that we can encourage other strong Women to pursue higher education STEM.