MEET THE 2021-2022 EXECTIVE BOARD
President
Elizabeth Rangel
Hello! I am a current Junior at Florida Atlantic University majoring in Chemistry with a Biochemistry concentration. During my freshman year of college, I joined AMWA with the hopes I could network with women in the field of medicine who stand behind the same values as me. Those values being equality for all in medicine (both patient and healthcare worker side), woman empowerment, and representation of minorities in medicine. Thankfully, almost three years later, I am one of the proud presidents of this student-led organization at Florida Atlantic University. This organization has given me so many great opportunities that have empowered me to become the best version of myself, given me lifelong friendships and connections, and shaped me to be a great future physician. Aside from all of my studying, I thoroughly enjoy being involved on campus in another organization, that of which is greek. In due time with my B.S degree earned here at FAU, I hope to apply to medical school and pursue my life-long dream of being a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon. My hobbies include painting, fashion, spending time with my dogs, and being close with family and friends. A piece of advice that always keeps me going is sometimes, we need to give ourselves more credit, and avoid being our own worst enemies!
Treasurer
Megan Asto
Vice President
Angellina Boodhoo
I am Angellina Boodhoo (Angie) and I am currently a senior completing my Bachelor's degree in Biological Science with an undergraduate certificate in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. My expected graduation date is Fall 2022. I joined AMWA in Spring 2021 during the Pre-Health Professions Week to meet and engage with other students in the same field as me. I joined this organization because it aligns with my intended career path, becoming a maternal-fetal medicine specialist to serve underserved communities. I am an experienced peer mentor, guiding and assisting students at Broward College towards their goal of graduation. In addition, I am currently shadowing doctors, volunteering at a local physician's office, and attaining an emergency medical service (EMS) certificate. I love dancing Kathak (Indian Classical Dance) and doing Mehendi for my family and friends!
Daniel Padron
Secretary
Wafa Abdelaziz
I am a Senior at Florida Atlantic University majoring in Biological Sciences and minoring in the language of Arabic. I joined the FAU AMWA Undergraduate chapter in 2018 looking to network with women my age whose interests are to empower each other in the medical field and make a difference within the Pre-health community. AMWA has given me endless valuable resources and I have been lucky enough to be surrounded by empowered, driven people who want to succeed and see others succeed. I am also a student researcher at the FAU College of Medicine and I enjoy being a peer mentor guiding aspiring student researchers with the OURI (Office of Undergraduate Research) here at FAU. I am working towards my career goal of becoming an Anesthesiologist Assistant by taking steps like getting certified in phlebotomy, shadowing various doctors and most importantly working hard on my classes. I enjoy ceramics, cooking and listening to podcasts in my free time. A little progress each day adds up to big results!
I am Pre-med student here at Florida Atlantic University Majoring in Biological Sciences and Minoring in Psychology, I am looking to expand my knowledge in research and medicine. I’ve recently been recruited to the AMWA Executive board as the Director of Medical Shadowing. As the Director of Medical Shadowing, I plan to connect with physicians in Palm Beach County and build a lasting personal connection for AMWA members to have the opportunity to shadow various Physicians in different specialties to gain knowledge and experience. My plans after obtaining my Bachelor's degree are to apply to medical schools and work towards my dream goal of becoming a future Pediatrician. Recent hobbies I've taken on are journaling and learning about health and fitness. My usual hobbies include my personal blog, music, photography, and pinterest.
Director of Medical Shdowing
Tara Alceus
Director of Public Relations
Hello! My name is Danny and I joined AMWA after being introduced to the club in Fall 2018 by fellow officer Wafa Abdelaziz, I immediately loved the goal of the club in empowering and supporting women in medicine as well as all the opportunities and educational events offered by the organization. Since then, I have had the pleasure of becoming the Director of public relations for AMWA, my role involves the management of the social media accounts for AMWA such as our Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, and our LinkedIn as well as advertising of events and opportunities across these platforms. Currently, I am a senior majoring in a B.S. in Biological Sciences with the goal of attending medical school and becoming a neurosurgeon on top of my position with AMWA I am also Vice president with the Fau L.E.A.R.N. club as well as an undergraduate researcher under Dr. Lawrence Toll. I feel like my experiences as both a member and officer of AMWA have helped prepare me for my future career in medicine in every way imaginable; whether it was through listening to all the amazing guest speakers, physicians, and nurses that AMWA brings in to present or the ice cream socials where you can meet with fellow AMWA members and make new friends who have similar career goals and interests AMWA is the club to join to get you ready for it all.
I am a senior at Florida Atlantic University majoring in Biological Sciences. Upon Graduating with my Bachelors degree After I plan on applying to medical school. I am currently working as a Medical Assistant at a Cardiologist’s office, volunteering with the FAU college of medicine and taking classes. I joined AMWA to be a part of an organization dedicated to empowering women and other minorities in medicine. I wanted the opportunity to get to know other students who are pursuing careers in medicine and make new friends along the way. In my spare time I enjoy listening to music and exploring new places.
Co-Secretary
Emilia Paleta
I am currently a junior at Florida Atlantic University majoring in Chemistry with concentration in Biochemistry. I am an honors student with the University's Honors Program. As a newly appointed officer I am very excited to be a part of the journey of showing other students many of the amazing aspects that come in medical studies. I want to inspire and teach others all of the ways in which they can be successful in fulfilling their ambitions and dreams as well as I would also love to learn from their own experiences. I frequently volunteer for the FAU College of Medicine as a standardized patient for the medical students to practice on and to gain experience with patient connection. I am very interested in specializing in Dermatology as well as Anesthesiology. If not in the library studying, you can definitely find me at the FAU gym, as not only I work there but I enjoy working out. My current hobbies include rock climbing, fashion and sewing. I am extremely grateful to be a part of this amazing organization. Without failure there is no success!
I am a Junior at Florida Atlantic University and I am an English major on the Pre-Medical track. I was born and raised in South Florida and I love to dance and travel the world! I joined the AMWA undergraduate chapter with FAU in 2020 to connect with other women that have similar interests in the medical field and to empower one another throughout our Pre-Health careers. After I graduate, I plan on going to medical school to pursue my dreams of becoming an Emergency Room Physician. I currently have experience as a Pharmacy Technician and I am shadowing physicians in various fields to get hands-on experience and learn more about the medical field. Up to this point, I have shadowed physicians in urology, internal medicine, and cosmetic dermatology. All specialties were fascinating and it was so interesting to see the day in the life of the incredible physicians! Fuel your passion and always believe in yourself!
I am the Co-Director of Recruitment for the 2021-2022 academic school year! I am a third-year student at Florida Atlantic University majoring in Neuroscience and Behavioral will be graduating Summer 2022. After obtaining my BS, I aspire to attend medical school and specialize in Obstetrics and Gynecologist (OBGYN) Outside of AMWA. I am involved in undergraduate research in Dr. Fields’ lab where I study cancer chemical biology and proteases of the extracellular matrix. Aside from school, you can find me at a coffee shop, gym, or spending time with family and friends. I joined AMWA my freshman year in university because I was interested in networking with other empowering women in the community and fell in love with women’s health. AMWA is the reason that I am so passionate about being an OBGYN in the future and advocating for women’s healthcare rights. I hope you all enjoy our community as much as we do and make strong connections along the way!
Director of Recruitment
Nyla Hussain
Co-Director of Recruitment
Isabella Grande