BUILD EXITO & URISE Scholars Present at the 7th Annual Summer Research Symposium

On September 20th and 22nd, BUILD EXITO & URISE Scholars presented their research at the 7th Annual Summer Research Symposium (SRS). For many Scholars, this was their first time presenting in person since COVID and the lockdowns. While some expressed feeling anxious and nervous, they all presented with a level of professionalism that many in the audience felt.

The PI of BUILD EXITO and URISE, Dr. Keller, noted, "It was inspiring to see scholars demonstrate such knowledge, skill, and confidence in presenting their research! Scholars are making important contributions to research on a fascinating range of topics. We are really pleased by the wonderful accomplishments of our scholars, which reflect so much growth and development and hard work since beginning the program.”

We had 55 Scholars present their research in oral and poster presentations! Winners of the poster hall were:

• Natalie Partipilo (BUILD Cohort 6)
• Raiyasha Paris (BUILD Cohort 6 Alumni)
• Cynthia Villanueva-Vargas (BUILD Cohort 6)
• J (Jahir) Portillo BUILD (Cohort 6)
• Becky Martinez (URISE Cohort 2)

Events like SRS highlight the culmination of experiences and skills that our Scholars have gained through their hard work and our programs’ mentoring, Enrichment sessions, and student resources. Attendees included mentors of our programs, staff and faculty at PSU & OHSU, current & prospective students, and the general public.

To view Scholars’ posters and recorded oral presentations, head to our SRS Google Site!