Kaitlyn Orlick | President
Undergraduate Scholar
Majors: History and International Studies
Katie Orlick is a junior and in her third year as a Kosove Scholar. She is a member of the Judy Genshaft Honors College and has been awarded the Genshaft-Greenbaum Global Explorers Scholarship, the University of South Florida’s Presidential Scholarship, and the Rosemary Moore O’Hara Endowed Scholarship in History. Katie currently serves as Vice President of the USF Order of the Golden Brahman, where she previously held a position as the Recruitment and Member Retention Chair. Additionally, Katie is a Wilcox Scholar at the Honors College and serves as the Community Service Chair of Chi Omega at USF. In 2026, USF President Limayem appointed Katie to serve as the sole student representative on the university’s Mapping the Future Strategic Planning Committee. In this position, she meets with USF faculty, staff, and community leaders to devise actionable strategies for USF’s continued development and success. Katie is majoring in History and International Studies and plans to attend law school upon graduation.
Katie is a graduate of the International Baccalaureate program at T.R. Robinson High School. She served as a messenger for the Florida House of Representatives, was a member of the City of Tampa Mayor’s Youth Corps, and served on the Citizens Advisory Committee to the Hillsborough County School Board. Additionally, she was President of Robinson’s chapter of the Future Business Leaders of America, where she won numerous awards from the District to National level. Katie was also Secretary of the National Honor Society and was elected to serve on Robinson’s Honor Council. Katie loves to give back to the Tampa Bay community. As a United States Congressional Intern for Congresswoman Kathy Castor, Katie helped constituents with issues such as immigration and veterans’ affairs. She has volunteered for the 13th Judicial Circuit’s Teen Court, as well as various organizations that work to alleviate food insecurity. She has worked part-time as a barista at Starbucks since she was a sophomore in high school. Another meaningful part of Katie’s life is her dedication to working with children. She has tutored children from underserved communities while also organizing clothing, book, and toy drives to support these children. Katie is extremely honored and grateful to be a member of the Kosove Society. She is excited to continue her love of volunteerism while being surrounded by an incredible group of scholars and alumni.
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Reahana Joseph | Community service cHAIR
Undergraduate Scholar
Majors: Biomedical Sciences
Reahana Joseph is a graduate of Miami Lakes Educational Center in Miami, Florida, where she completed the Medical Assisting program, earning three certifications in the healthcare field. She served as President of Key Club, leading the club to become one of the most active on campus, while also holding leadership roles in the Student Government Association, Rho Kappa, and Health Information Project. Reahana launched a STEAM education initiative for local elementary students, creating hands-on lessons to spark curiosity and creativity in underserved communities. She graduated in the top 10 of her class and was honored with multiple leadership and service awards.
Reahana is pursuing a degree in Biomedical Sciences with the goal of becoming a pediatrician. In her free time, she enjoys reading, discovering new restaurants, and watching movies with friends. Reahana is excited to continue making an impact through service, leadership, and medicine.
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YUVIKA ARORA | legacy projecT coordinator
Undergraduate Scholar
Majors: Biomedical Sciences
Yuvika Arora is a Biomedical Sciences major in the Judy Genshaft Honors College at the University of South Florida, pursuing the premed track with plans to work in pediatrics or women’s health. She is an active member of Phi Delta Epsilon International Medical Fraternity, where she participates in academic collaboration, professional development, and fundraising for Children’s Miracle Network. As a Kosove Scholar, she is involved in community outreach projects focused on health and social equity. Her college experience includes studying abroad in Italy, where she took courses in biomedical ethics and organic chemistry while engaging with different cultural and scientific perspectives. She also contributes to research, volunteers weekly, and works part-time while maintaining strong academic performance.
A graduate of the International Baccalaureate program at Strawberry Crest High School, where she ranked in the top three percent of her class, Yuvika brought a strong record of leadership and service into her college years. She is proud to be part of the Kosove family and is committed to using her education, service, and global experiences to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
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Nichola Lavaud | secretary
Undergraduate Scholar
Majors: Political Science & Professional/Technical Communications
Nichola “Nico” Lavaud is a 4th year undergraduate student double majoring in Political Science/Technical Communications with a minor in Sociology.
He is a member of the Judy Genshaft Honors College, part of the inaugural cohort of the Judy Genshaft Honors College Wilcox Scholars, a member of the College of Arts and Sciences Dean's Student Leadership Society, president of the USF Ambassador, docents at the Florida Holocaust Museum and is a student legal assistant at the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida. This year Nico is part of the Collegiate Leadership Tampa Bay Class of 2027 where he will be representing USF as well as connecting with Tampa Bay area business and community leaders.
Nico is interested in foreign affairs and has studied abroad on the USF Honors College “Confronting the Holocaust” trip to Germany and Poland in summer 2024 and received the Boren Scholarship in 2025 studying French and Senegalese culture in Dakar, Senegal in fall 2025. He is currently a recipient of the Mark Orr Fellowship for the 2026-2027 school year. As a Mark Orr Fellow, Nico will be sponsored by USF to take part in the Tampa Bay Area Committee on Foreign Relations. Nico aspires to public service as a Foreign Service Officer wanting to leave an impact on working towards a safer and peaceful world.
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Disha Galwankar | Treasurer
Undergraduate Scholar
Major: Finance
Disha Galwankar is an honors graduate from Dr. Kiran C. Patel High School, ranking in the top five of her class. During high school, she earned an AICE Diploma with Distinction and received the Student Citizenship Award from the Temple Terrace Chamber of Commerce. She was significantly involved in both the arts and STEM programs, as a chamber violist and intern with the National Inventor’s Hall of Fame, educating elementary students 4 - 12 years old on various STEM topics and skills!
At USF, she is majoring in Accounting in the Judy Genshaft Honors College, hoping to pursue a career in law after graduation. In addition to being active in Phi Alpha Delta Pre Law Fraternity, the Undergraduate Law Review, and the Future Strategist Program, she recently completed her tenure as a Congressional Intern with Congresswoman Laurel Lee, helping constituents navigate federal casework at the district level! In her free time, she loves reading a good book, listening to music, travelling, and spending time with friends and family! She is honored to have the opportunity to make a difference and give back to her community as a member of the Kosove Society!
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Rasika Selva | Media director
Undergraduate Scholar
Major: Biomedical Sciences
Rasika is a Biomedical Sciences major in the the Judy Genshaft Honors College at the University of South Florida. She proudly serves as the Director of Belonging and New Member Care and Connection Coordinator of Delta Gamma on campus, where is deeply involved in her chapter as well as the Panhellenic community. She also works as a Research Volunteer at the Positive Aging Lab at USF, who's current goal is investigating ways to improve the lives of those living with Alzheimers and other Dementia-related diseases.
In March of 2026, she presented a research poster through Florida MedConnect at the ONEUSF Undergraduate Research conference on the effect of addictive social media use on affective states and personality. She is passionate about medicine, inclusive healthcare, and public speaking. An IB graduate from Strawberry Crest High School, she exhibited her passion for leadership, public speaking, and community service through Archers Gavel - a public-speaking club for the youth in Tampa Bay that she co-founded to teach young students public speaking skills. During the past three years of its operation, Archers has amassed over 60 regular members, been featured in three literary magazines, and been invited to speak at the District 48 Toastmasters International Conference in May of 2025.
Outside of academics, she is a volunteer actress in To Be a Muse, a feature-film set to release in 2027. In her free time, she enjoys reading, shopping, and spending time with loved ones in the beautiful Tampa Bay area. She is deeply honored to continue to serve her community as a Kosove officer.
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Lauryn Tanner | Marketing CHAIR
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Undergraduate Scholar
Major: Biomedical Sciences
Lauryn Tanner is a Biomedical Sciences major with a French minor in the Judy Genshaft Honors College. She earned her Associate in Arts with Highest Honors through dual enrollment at Hillsborough Community College. In Summer 2024, she studied abroad in the South of France, where she gained fluency in French and strengthened her cross-cultural communication skills. Lauryn is the first recipient of the Becky Walker Scholarship from Leto High School, a member of Phi Beta Kappa, and actively involved in the USF Pre-Dental Society and French Club. Her ultimate goal is to travel the world and provide dental care to underserved communities as a dentist. When she’s not studying, she enjoys singing, writing, and going to the beach.
Joel Kallarackal | Historian
Graduate Scholar
Medical Student at USF MCOM
Joel Kallarackal is a medical student at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of South Florida, majoring in Biomedical Sciences with a minor in Psychology. During his time as an undergraduate, he was recognized as both a National Merit Scholar and a King O’Neal Scholar.
As a medical student, Joel serves as the class lead for the Biomedical Research Scholarly Concentration, a Medical Student Admissions Ambassador, Staff Coordinator for the USF BRIDGE Clinic, and a mentor in the Take Stock in Children program. He is actively involved in research, with a particular interest in opioid misuse. Joel aspires to become an anesthesiologist and advocate for safer pain management practices to help address the opioid epidemic. He is enthusiastic about the impact the Kosove Society can make in the local community.
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Abrianne Joseph | Member
Graduate Scholar
Medical Student at USF MCOM
Abrianne Joseph is a third-year medical student at USF Health Morsani College of Medicine and a proud first-generation Haitian-American. A Tampa native, she is the first in her family to pursue a career in medicine. Abrianne earned her undergraduate degree from Howard University as a Presidential Scholar, where she discovered her passion for mentorship, health equity, and leadership. At USF, she has emerged as a dedicated student leader, serving as president of the Student National Medical Association (SNMA) chapter. In this role, she led a partnership with WE-CARE, an initiative that addresses disparities in clinical research and expands care access for underserved communities. She also serves as her class's AAMC representative, advocating for students at the national level and shaping the future of medical education.
Before entering medical school, Abrianne worked as a STEM teacher in Title I schools and served as a foster parent, providing trauma-informed care to children in need. These formative experiences solidified her commitment to family-centered, community-rooted healthcare. Abrianne is a two-time recipient of the N. Donald Diebel, Jr. MD Memorial Medical Scholarship, recognizing her advocacy for equitable healthcare and her dedication to uplifting vulnerable populations. A passionate mentor, she spent the past summer guiding underrepresented and economically disadvantaged pre-medical students, reinforcing her mission to diversify the physician workforce. Her journey—from overcoming academic hurdles to excelling in medical school—reflects resilience, purpose, and an unshakable drive to transform healthcare through service and inclusion.
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dana john | Member
Undergraduate Scholar
Major: Biomedical Sciences
Dana John is a first-year medical student at USF Morsani College of Medicine. She graduated from the University of South Florida with a degree in Biomedical Sciences as a Judy Genshaft Honors College student and King O'Neal Scholar. She hopes to pursue a career in pediatric psychiatry to serve medicine’s most vulnerable and underrepresented populations.
For the past two years, Dana has been a member of the Mindsets in Motion Lab, contributing to research focused on improving psychiatric care for children and adolescents. She has co-authored a published manuscript on adapting Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for children with intellectual disabilities and is awaiting publication as first author on a manuscript evaluating a treatment approach for anxiety in preschool-aged children.
Outside the classroom, Dana is passionate about service and leadership. She enjoys working with underserved communities through BRIDGE Clinic and mentoring high school students through the Hillsborough Education Foundation's Take Stock in Children program. She is also deeply involved with Dance Marathon, where she has spent the past seven years serving in multiple leadership roles to organize events and raise funds for Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital.
Dana was recognized as both a National Merit Scholar and an Athena Society Young Woman of Promise. In her free time, she enjoys reading, dancing, going to the beach, and spending time with family and friends. She is grateful to be a member of the Kosove Society and looks forward to continuing to serve her community throughout medical school and beyond.
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Megan Acosta | Member
Graduate Scholar
Majors: Masters of Science in Nursing
Megan Acosta is a Family Nurse Practitioner student at the University of South Florida and is currently in the final year of her Master of Science in Nursing program. She is a dual-degree honors graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of South Florida and a Bachelor of Science in Health Education from the University of Florida. She currently serves as an operating room nurse at Moffitt Cancer Center, delivering skilled perioperative care in a fast-paced, high-acuity surgical environment with previous experience as a floor nurse on 3 South. Her clinical excellence has earned her multiple Honored Nurse distinctions, including the 2023 bronze and 2024 silver medallions, along with several Daisy Award nominations—recognitions that underscore her dedication to safe, compassionate, and evidence-based nursing practice.
Beyond the bedside, Megan’s career is marked by a deep investment in research, leadership, and public health. She served as a research assistant on a National Cancer Institute-funded R01 trial investigating mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) for cognitive impairment in breast cancer survivors, contributing to data analysis, REDCap tool development, and nationally accepted abstracts for the American Psychosocial Oncology Society. Megan worked alongside Dr. Lengacher for three years working on different trials, studies and abstracts presenting at numerous conferences. In recognition of her exceptional leadership and service, Megan was awarded the Golden Bull award, one of USF’s highest honors, given annually to students who exemplify the values of USF. Megan is also the founder of ST.A.C.E.Y., a stroke education initiative recognized by the Miami-Dade Mayor’s Office and has held leadership roles in the Nursing Students’ Association, serving as the Vice President during her bachelor’s degree at USF.
Her background includes public health experience with the Florida Department of Health, collaborative patient education efforts, and sustained community engagement focused on advancing health equity. Megan’s career reflects a holistic vision of nursing—one that merges clinical precision, research integrity, and health advocacy to improve outcomes both inside and beyond the hospital walls.
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Abhinav Muthiraparambath | Member
Undergraduate Scholar
Major: Biomedical Sciences
Abhinav Muthiraparambath is a Biomedical Sciences student in the Judy Genshaft Honors College on the pre-med track at the University of South Florida. A native of Powell, Ohio, he graduated as Valedictorian of Olentangy Liberty High School and served as captain of the varsity wrestling team. At USF, he has continued his commitment to scholarship and leadership as a member of the Order of the Golden Brahman, a Kosove Society Scholar, and an active leader across campus. He serves as Co-President of Minorities in Medicine, Vice President of the Global Health Student Association and USF Wrestling Club, Community Outreach Officer for the American Medical Student Association, Senior Peer Mentor for the Rising Health Professions Living Learning Community, and Founding Director of Engagement for MEDLIFE at USF. Through these roles, he works to expand opportunities for students while fostering community engagement and collaboration.
In addition to his leadership involvement, Abhinav conducts lung cancer research at Moffitt Cancer Center and previously studied the neurological effects of repetitive head trauma at The Ohio State University STAIRS Lab. He volunteers with AdventHealth, the American Red Cross, and IDEA Exchange, supporting patients and underserved communities throughout the Tampa Bay area. Through the Judy Genshaft Honors College, he also studied abroad in Portugal, where he shadowed physicians and explored international healthcare systems. Outside of academics, Abhinav enjoys wrestling, fitness, traveling, and meeting people from diverse backgrounds. From serving as a high school wrestling captain to helping lead the USF Wrestling Club as Vice President, he values the discipline, resilience, and teamwork the sport has taught him. He is honored to join the Kosove Society and looks forward to contributing to its legacy of leadership, service, and lifelong friendship.
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Ainesh Kumar | Member
Undergraduate Scholar
Majors: Computer Science and Business
Ainesh Kumar is an incoming freshman, majoring in Computer Science and
Business with a concentration in FinTech, and a member of the Judy Genshaft
Honors College. He is an International Baccalaureate (IB) graduate from Largo
High School and was awarded the “2026 Florida Association of IB World Schools
Scholar”.
As a student at Largo High School, he founded “United Minds,” a student-led
initiative helping students at Largo Middle IB World School be part of the united
way to excellence through learning, fitness, and creativity. Through United Minds,
he launched three programs: (1) “AR Study World” (where AR means "Academia
Redefined"), a peer-tutoring program providing middle school students academic
support from high school mentors; (2) “LMS Tiger FC”, Pinellas County's first
intramural middle school soccer club; and “AR Study Zone”, a study website
where students can build their own study spaces, access visual notes for AP, IB,
and middle school subjects as well as explore a video library of academic
resources. Collaborating with his classmates and schoolmates from both his
middle and high schools in these community services was fulfilling, enriching,
and empowering. Ainesh was also recognized as the “2025 Pinellas County
Schools Area 2 Volunteer of the Year”, had won $2,000 at the Florida Bill of
Rights Institute's “2025 MyImpact Challenge”, and was recently the “2026
National Finalist at the Invention Convention U.S. Nationals.”
Besides his love for travelling, Ainesh is also a huge fan of commercial aviation.
He created “AK Aviation” which is a YouTube platform that provides plane-
spotting content, flight reviews, and aviation news. His documentary "A Great
Way to Fly: The Turning Points of Singapore Airlines", earned 2nd Place at the
2024 Pinellas History Day Regional, along with the Barbara Murphy Award and
the Albert Whitted Preservation Society Award. He also served as an
assemblyman at the 81st session of the Florida American Legion Boys State in
2025. Majoring in Computer Science and Business with a concentration in
Fintech in the Judy Genshaft Honors College, Ainesh hopes to take the technical
and entrepreneurial skills he has been building and use them to empower the
communities around him as an honored member of the Kosove Society.
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FUnmi odumosu | member
Graduate Scholar
Major: Medical Anthropology and Epidemiology
Funmi Odumosu is a medical anthropologist and epidemiology graduate student at the University of South Florida whose work examines how structural inequities shape health, place, and lived experience. From 2022–2025, she served as the Evaluation Coordinator for a USDA-funded gardening and nutrition education program, assessing its impact on more than 300 elementary and middle school students in food-insecure communities across South St. Petersburg. Funmi is actively involved with the USF Center for the Advancement of Food Security and Healthy Communities and the Behavioral Nutrition Lab, while also volunteering and collecting data for her church's community food pantry.
Her scholarship spans type 2 diabetes care, food apartheid, and health equity, combining public health data with community-based narrative inquiry to understand and challenge the forces that shape health. As both a scholar and advocate, Funmi is passionate about producing research that extends beyond academia to inform public health practice and advance justice. She has presented her research at national conferences, published scholarship on health disparities, and continues to advance interdisciplinary research that connects community knowledge with public health practice. Looking ahead, she hopes to build a career as a social epidemiologist whose research informs policy, strengthens communities, and contributes to lasting collective well-being. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, gardening, exploring new restaurants, and is currently training for her first half marathon.
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Harsha Vaitheeswaran | member
Undergraduate Scholar
Major: Computer Science
Harsha Vaitheeswaran is a first year Computer Science major at the Judy Genshaft Honors College at the University of South Florida and is a graduate of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme at Strawberry Crest High School. She is passionate about using emerging technologies to create meaningful real world solutions that improve lives, particularly in education and healthcare. Her interest in educational technology grew through her role as Team Lead for Generation Tech, where she guided her team in designing and pitching an adaptive learning app that used personalized learning strategies to better support students with diverse learning needs. Leading the project strengthened her passion for creating technology that makes education more accessible, engaging, and effective! Her interest in healthcare innovation was inspired by taking part in the Women in Surgery Symposium, where she explored the role of robotics in medicine through hands on experience via the Da Vinci Surgical System.
Throughout high school Harsha has taken opportunities to lead, mentor, and serve her community. She served as Secretary of Tutor Bridge, where she recruited more than twenty new tutees, trained tutors, developed academic resource guides, and improved communication systems to better support both tutors and students. She also served as Secretary of the English National Honor Society and the Wharton Investments Club, Team Lead for Generation Tech and the IB Ambassador Program, Vice President of UpCycle, Choreographer & Performer for Sitaree Dance Club and Team Captain for Chargerthon. Through these roles, she developed strong skills in organization, collaboration, mentorship, and leadership while learning how to inspire others toward a shared vision. In addition to her leadership, she has volunteered with organizations like Feeding Tampa Bay, Metropolitan Ministries, the Ekal Association, the North South Foundation, and local elementary schools, supporting initiatives focused on education, food security, and community outreach.
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Leticia milbourne | member
Undergraduate Scholar
Majors: Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis Minor
Leticia Milbourne is a rising junior from Brazil pursuing Psychology with an Applied Behavior Analysis minor in the Judy Genshaft Honors College. Her interest in human thought and behavior led her to become involved on campus as President of the Undergrad Psychology Association and Vice President of the American Red Cross Club at USF. These experiences enable her to actively participate in various community service initiatives and to meet others who share her passion for helping those in need. During her second year in college, Leticia also joined BRASA Global, the world's largest Brazilian student association, as a recruitment analyst. This position allows her to create opportunities for other students to reach their dreams of studying abroad and support future leaders.
At USF, Leticia is also a Research Assistant for two psychology laboratories: the iCRAFT and Clayson’s Psychophysiology labs. This experience developed her love for psychology and motivated her to explore the organizational field. She plans to continue her studies in Industrial-Organizational Psychology with a graduate degree and hopes to help others find balance between work and life, purpose, and evolve in their personal and work lives. In her free time, she loves to bake, read, and travel with her family and friends. Leticia is incredibly honored to be part of this amazing cohort of students and looks forward to contributing to the Kosove society and her community, as well as making lifelong friends.
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Thomas flood | member
Undergraduate Scholar
Major: Business Management, Human Resources Conc.
Thomas Flood is an incoming student at the University of South Florida, pursuing a degree in Business Management with a concentration in Human Resources. In the spring, he graduated summa cum laude from St Petersburg Collegiate High School North Pinellas with both his high school diploma and Associate of Arts degree. During his time at St Petersburg Collegiate High School North Pinellas, Thomas held leadership positions in multiple student organizations, including President of his school’s Interact Club for two consecutive terms. In this role, Thomas expanded student involvement and led service projects in partnership with Rotary International that supported local nonprofits, veterans, and families in need. In addition to Interact Club, Thomas was involved in yearbook club, Science Club as Historian, and Newspaper Club as Editor-in-Chief.
Beyond school, Thomas works as an assistant manager and marketing lead for a local small business, where he manages store operations, trains employees, and drives customer engagement. His passion for leadership and people-centered environments has led him to pursue a career as a Human Resources manager. In his free time, he enjoys listening to music, spending time with loved ones, and further exploring the Tampa Bay area. Thomas is looking forward to making a positive impact and serving his community as a Kosove Scholar.
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