Meet the 2016-2017 Board!
Faculty Advisor
Dr. Larry Morand, PhD | Faculty Advisor
Lecturer & Academic Coordinator in MCB
Lecturer & Academic Coordinator in MCB
Executive Board
Khine Lin | President
Junior in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Fun Fact: I have three ethnicities. They are Burmese, Thai, and Chinese
Hobbies: relaxing, eating, hiking, traveling, badminton
Junior in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Fun Fact: I have three ethnicities. They are Burmese, Thai, and Chinese
Hobbies: relaxing, eating, hiking, traveling, badminton
Sydney Fong | Internal Vice President
Senior in Biological Sciences; Minor in Human Development and Plant Biology
Fun Fact: I don’t know how to swim, but I’m part of the scuba diving club… oh, the irony.
Hobbies: singing, watching animated movies, shopping, cooking, sleeping, chinese calligraphy, learning through others’ experience/stories, etc… I have a lot of hobbies that are all over the place.
Why I Joined ASBMB: I joined ASBMB because I agree with the purpose/mission of ASBMB. This organization helps undergraduates interested in science connect with fellow peers, faculty, companies, and other resources on campus. I entered UC Davis not knowing where to find resources that aligned with my interests, and was pleasantly surprised when I joined ASBMB. The people I’ve been fortunate enough to meet and the many events we’ve organized are all very dear to me.
Senior in Biological Sciences; Minor in Human Development and Plant Biology
Fun Fact: I don’t know how to swim, but I’m part of the scuba diving club… oh, the irony.
Hobbies: singing, watching animated movies, shopping, cooking, sleeping, chinese calligraphy, learning through others’ experience/stories, etc… I have a lot of hobbies that are all over the place.
Why I Joined ASBMB: I joined ASBMB because I agree with the purpose/mission of ASBMB. This organization helps undergraduates interested in science connect with fellow peers, faculty, companies, and other resources on campus. I entered UC Davis not knowing where to find resources that aligned with my interests, and was pleasantly surprised when I joined ASBMB. The people I’ve been fortunate enough to meet and the many events we’ve organized are all very dear to me.
Jerrie Au | External Vice President
Junior in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Fun Fact: I can speak four different languages: English, Vietnamese, Chaozhou, and Mandarin. I also own a cute Australian shepherd mix and a long haired miniature dachshund!
Hobbies: I enjoy traveling to different parts of the world and eating savory foods.
Why I Joined ASBMB: I joined ASBMB to develop leadership skills and to reaffirm my passions in the sciences, specifically biochemistry and molecular biology! I also enjoyed the people that I have met because of this wonderful organization!
Junior in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Fun Fact: I can speak four different languages: English, Vietnamese, Chaozhou, and Mandarin. I also own a cute Australian shepherd mix and a long haired miniature dachshund!
Hobbies: I enjoy traveling to different parts of the world and eating savory foods.
Why I Joined ASBMB: I joined ASBMB to develop leadership skills and to reaffirm my passions in the sciences, specifically biochemistry and molecular biology! I also enjoyed the people that I have met because of this wonderful organization!
Puja Dhanota | Co Vice President
Junior in Cell Biology
Fun Fact: I love meeting new people and making friends, so if you approach me and say hi, I already like you! :)
Hobbies: watching tv shows and Marvel movies, hanging out with friends, learning piano
Why I Joined ASBMB: I joined ASBMB to gain leadership experience, build connections, learn different skill sets, and meet people who share similar interests as I do.
Junior in Cell Biology
Fun Fact: I love meeting new people and making friends, so if you approach me and say hi, I already like you! :)
Hobbies: watching tv shows and Marvel movies, hanging out with friends, learning piano
Why I Joined ASBMB: I joined ASBMB to gain leadership experience, build connections, learn different skill sets, and meet people who share similar interests as I do.
Kristin Sanchez | Communications Director
Junior in Microbiology
Fun Fact: I’m left handed but the majority of the things I do in sports is more comfortable with my right hand.
Hobbies: Adult coloring books, crocheting, watching reality TV shows
Why I Joined ASBMB: My brother was the historian for this club 2 years ago, so I was introduced to this club by him. I liked the idea of being part of a group to help provide resources to other students and contribute to the future of the club.
Junior in Microbiology
Fun Fact: I’m left handed but the majority of the things I do in sports is more comfortable with my right hand.
Hobbies: Adult coloring books, crocheting, watching reality TV shows
Why I Joined ASBMB: My brother was the historian for this club 2 years ago, so I was introduced to this club by him. I liked the idea of being part of a group to help provide resources to other students and contribute to the future of the club.
Auxiliary Board
Leon Palao III | Treasurer
Junior in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology; Minor in Quantitative Biology and Bioinformatics
Fun Fact: I’ve competed in 6 different sports! Cross-Country, Wrestling, Track, Football, Water Polo, and Swimming!
Hobbies: I love people watching! Observing the interactions around me and trying to deduce conclusions like Sherlock Holmes is the goal! I also watch a bunch of superhero shows, just ask me.
Why I Joined ASBMB: I joined to help grow my social and professional network while having fun with my peers!
Junior in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology; Minor in Quantitative Biology and Bioinformatics
Fun Fact: I’ve competed in 6 different sports! Cross-Country, Wrestling, Track, Football, Water Polo, and Swimming!
Hobbies: I love people watching! Observing the interactions around me and trying to deduce conclusions like Sherlock Holmes is the goal! I also watch a bunch of superhero shows, just ask me.
Why I Joined ASBMB: I joined to help grow my social and professional network while having fun with my peers!
Sucharita Roy | Public Relations
Junior in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Junior in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Christopher Vo | Events Coordinator
Freshman in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Fun Fact: I can speak 2 languages: English and Vietnamese.
Hobbies: I enjoy playing tennis, golf, and saxophone, and learning new things in science
Why I Joined ASBMB: I joined ASBMB to develop my social and leadership skills, as well as be involved in what I love most: science. I enjoy meeting new people who have the same interests as me.
Freshman in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Fun Fact: I can speak 2 languages: English and Vietnamese.
Hobbies: I enjoy playing tennis, golf, and saxophone, and learning new things in science
Why I Joined ASBMB: I joined ASBMB to develop my social and leadership skills, as well as be involved in what I love most: science. I enjoy meeting new people who have the same interests as me.
Joanna Wong | Resource Chair
Sophomore in Biological Sciences
Hobbies: I love hiking, exploring the world around me, and looking at regular events with a new perspective!
Why I Joined ASBMB: I joined ASBMB to meet new people who have the same social and professional interests as me, as well as grow professionally. It is the perfect environment to experience new things, develop new skills, and gain support to reach your future endeavors.
Sophomore in Biological Sciences
Hobbies: I love hiking, exploring the world around me, and looking at regular events with a new perspective!
Why I Joined ASBMB: I joined ASBMB to meet new people who have the same social and professional interests as me, as well as grow professionally. It is the perfect environment to experience new things, develop new skills, and gain support to reach your future endeavors.
Camille Ocampo | Historian
Senior in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior
Fun Fact: Camille is not my first name and contrary to what I look like, I’m 100% full Filipino. I also recently travelled to Asia by myself for the first time and it was such a fun experience that I’ll hope to do again soon.
Hobbies: Watching TV series and movies, travelling, sleeping, and photography.
Why I Joined ASBMB: I joined ASBMB because I want to be involved in a club - related to my major, that can help me meet new people and expand my network.
Senior in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior
Fun Fact: Camille is not my first name and contrary to what I look like, I’m 100% full Filipino. I also recently travelled to Asia by myself for the first time and it was such a fun experience that I’ll hope to do again soon.
Hobbies: Watching TV series and movies, travelling, sleeping, and photography.
Why I Joined ASBMB: I joined ASBMB because I want to be involved in a club - related to my major, that can help me meet new people and expand my network.
Andrew Thompson | Graphic Designer
Senior in Design
Senior in Design
