University of Florida AMSA
UF's Largest Pre-Med Student Organization

Anthony Lamberto is a fourth year Health Science major on the Pre-Med track. Outside of AMSA he is an undergraduate teaching assistant for Organic Chemistry 2 with Dr. Portmess, a volunteer at Shands with an organization called Streetlight, and an undergraduate research volunteer and the Cancer and Genetics Research Complex in Dr. John Licht’s lab. He is excited for the year ahead and is looking forward to leading such an incredible organization!

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Varun Kanneganti is a senior majoring in microbiology on a pre med track. Aside from being involved in AMSA, Varun is also the Director of Workshops for the Center of Undergraduate Research Board of Students here at UF. He is passionate about his research in Dr. Elias Sayour’s mRNA engineering lab which is focused on cancer and immunotherapy. Outside of school Varun loves cooking new recipes, watching movies and spending time with his friends! 

Chris Georgas is a 4th-year Health Science major and combined degree Master of Public Health student on the Pre-Med track. Outside of AMSA, Chris is also on the executive board of the Inter-Residence Hall Association, is an ambassador for the College of Public Health and Health Professions, and is involved in HIV and diabetes research. When not studying, Chris enjoys cooking for friends, reading, and watching sports.

Shemsi is an Applied Physiology and Kinesiology major in the UF honors program on the pre-medical track. She is currently volunteering as a CNA at Helping Hands Clinic, a Patient Escort at Bread and Roses, and an undergraduate teaching assistant for Chemistry 1 and 2.  Shemsi is currently doing research on muscle fatigue as it relates to tremors. She loves to be with her friends and family, cook, and practice yoga. 

Alexis Araune is a third year Behavioral and Cognitive Neuroscience Major on the Pre-Medical track. Her involvements outside of AMSA include being External Vice President for UF’s Passionate Musicians on Call, a PSY2012 TA, a Shands Child Life volunteer, a member of Alpha Epsilon Delta and an undergraduate assistant in the Center for Translational Research in Neurodegenerative Disease. In her free time, she enjoys Just Dance, making music and paint-by-numbers.

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