The SPIRE Fellows Program is an academic support system centering on inclusivity, retention, and support for students who are underrepresented in STEM disciplines. Our goal is to attract and mentor students from diverse backgrounds who otherwise have historically been marginalized in scientific communities. Through targeted programming, tutoring and mentoring, and a robust living learning community, we strive to create a sense of belonging and success for all our fellows.
Academic Interests Biology, Marine Science and Conservation Fun Fact I’m following my childhood dream of becoming a veterinarian! My hometown of Fairhope, Alabama is a small coastal city that features quaint yet gorgeous beaches, rivers, and bays. Growing up surrounded by this abundant natural… read more »about Laura Catherine Gamard
Academic Interests Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, & Cybersecurity Fun Fact I have two pet baby goats back home named Waldo and Harvy. Whether it's setting up a system of automated lights in my high school, building a Health Band and App for elderly diabetics,… read more »about Manahil Tariq
Academic InterestsCultural Anthropology & Environmental Science and Policy Fun FactThis summer I went to the Olympics in Paris?Growing up, I always had a magnetic attraction to the ocean and fell in love with everything below its surface. I have always loved visiting the beach with my… read more »about Kaitlyn Williams
We had a large contingent of fellows present posters at ABCRMS! Congrats to them for all their hard work and a special congrats to Emma Podol and Carmen Miller for winning presentation awards for their posters. Way to represent SPIRE!
