Lauryn Tanner | President
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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.
Isabel Oliveira | secretary
Undergraduate Scholar
Majors: Psychology and Behavioral Healthcare
Isabel is a third-year student pursuing dual majors in Psychology and Behavioral Healthcare. Her passion for psychology is driven by a desire to impact the lives of others directly and profoundly. This drive has led her to actively participate in various community service initiatives and organizations from high school to university. Recently, she was honored to be elected as the President of USF Rotaract for the 2024-2025 term, where she previously served as the Fundraising Chair, successfully raising over $1,500. Through her involvement with the Rotaract club, she participated in several community service events, such as the WellFed Nutrition Education at Ybor Garden, where she assisted in teaching weekly classes formulated to enhance nutrition literacy among youth.
At USF, Isabel is also a Research Assistant for two laboratories focused on addiction, recovery, and therapy methods: the ART and DEXTER labs. This experience enhanced her love for psychology and sparked her interest in the addiction side of the field. Additionally, she is one of the 13 scholars of the Summer Research Institute at the Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute, where she researched perspectives and trends on drug use among college students in collaboration with the Hillsborough County Anti-Drug Alliance. Through this experience, she confirmed her love for research and clinical work and decided to pursue a PhD in Clinical Psychology in the future, with the goal of impacting as many people as possible and changing her "tiny corner of the world," inspired by Emma Morley from the novel One Day, one of her favorite books. In her free time, Isabel enjoys karaoke with friends, baking, movie nights, and sunset walks. She is truly honored to become a part of the Kosove Society and looks forward to the friendships, connections, and community impact she will be a part of through the Kosove Society."
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Grace Angeli | treasurer
Undergraduate Scholar
Majors: Biology and Environmental Science
Grace is a third-year student in the Judy Genshaft Honors College double majoring in Biology and Environmental Science with the goal of becoming a Wildlife Ecologist and Conservationist. She hopes to work with nonprofits or accredited facilities in wildlife field research and conservation efforts. So far, she has worked and volunteered at many accredited facilities including ZooTampa, The Georgia Aquarium, and soon the Florida Aquarium as she completes an animal care internship this fall. Grace has also been involved at USF by serving as a Resident Assistant in Maple Hall and being a Co-Chair of the 2023-2024 JGHCSC Volunteer Committee. During her year with council, a record amount of money was raised to support Dance Marathon at USF. She also served as the Service Director of the USF Student Environmental Association. She loves to volunteer and give back to her community and is especially passionate about environmental efforts and animals. Her hobbies include playing the cello in the honors orchestra, scuba diving, and doing wildlife photography. Her photos have been displayed in the honors building and published in Thread Magazine. Grace is extremely grateful and excited to be joining the Kosove Society.
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dana john | Legacy project coordinator
Undergraduate Scholar
Major: Biomedical Sciences
Dana John is an IB graduate from Strawberry Crest High School. She is currently a third-year Biomedical Sciences major and a candidate for the 7-year B.S./M.D. program through Morsani College of Medicine. She hopes to pursue a career in pediatric psychiatry to serve medicine's most vulnerable and underrepresented populations. Dana was a National Merit Scholar and graduated in the top 10 of her class. She was awarded the Athena Society Young Woman of Promise Award and allowed to intern for Congresswoman Kathy Castor. She also took on various projects, such as improving the educational system in a small rural village in Costa Rica. Dana is particularly passionate about her involvement with Dance Marathon, in which she has held several leadership positions over the last 6 years to fundraise and plan events for Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital.
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In her free time, she loves to read, dance, go to the beach, and spend time with family and friends. She is beyond thankful to be a part of the Kosove Society and continue to make a difference in her community.
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Kaitlyn Orlick | community service chair
Undergraduate Scholar
Majors: History and International Studies
Katie Orlick 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. While in high school, she also worked part-time as a barista at Starbucks. 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.
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She is a member of the Judy Genshaft Honors College and has been awarded the Genshaft-Greenbaum Global Explorers Scholarship, as well as the University of South Florida’s Presidential Scholarship. Katie is majoring in History and International Studies and plans to attend law school upon graduation. She is extremely honored and grateful to be a member of the Kosove Society. Katie is excited to continue her love of volunteerism while being surrounded by an incredible group of scholars and alumni.
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YUVIKA ARORA | media director
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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Norbert Ming | Historian
Graduate Scholar
Majors: Doctor of Nursing Practice in Nurse Anesthesiology
Norbert is a first-year graduate student pursuing a Doctor of Nursing Practice in Nurse Anesthesiology. He earned his Bachelor of Science at Florida State University, where he completed his pre-health requirements before working as a public school teacher in Orlando. During that time, he delivered innovative instruction of Chemistry, Physics, and Biology standards, and integrated 3D printing into the curriculum. He also sponsored a community service club and was recognized by the Florida Department of Education as a Best and Brightest Educator three years in a row.
Building on his passion for education and science, Norbert transitioned into the field of nursing, where he has continued to make an impact. He attended the University of Florida for his nursing degree, where he received the Charlotte M. Liberty Academic Scholarship and the Dean Kathleen Ann Long Scholarship. He joined the highest-acuity intensive care unit at UF Health Shands Hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic. While in the Medical ICU, he served in roles as a preceptor, unit educator, and Chair of the Education & Research Committee. Additionally, he worked as an Organ Procurement Coordinator across North Florida, managing organ donors in intensive care units, evaluating organs for donation, and assisting surgeons during recovery. Norbert also leads the Public Relations Committee for the editorial board of the Journal of Nurse Anesthesia Education. Norbert enjoys fostering community through fitness classes or exploring new local restaurants.
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Alani Rodriguez | Marketing Chair
Undergraduate Scholar
Majors: Biology
Alani Rodriguez is a junior pursuing a degree in biology with a concentration in animal biology in hopes to one day become a veterinarian. Growing up in a military family, she moved several times throughout her life. By the time she turned seventeen, they had relocated eleven times, experiencing life in the United States and three other countries. During high school, she moved four times in the middle of the school year, navigating these transitions throughout her crucial academic years. Despite these frequent moves, she remained focused and determined in her studies, graduated as her high school class salutatorian, and participated in various community service projects and school clubs. While in high school, one of Alani’s greatest achievements was when she collaborated with a small group of students to establish a school organization called the Intersection, which promoted the diversity of students, where she led and organized a group social media page and a variety of school events for the group. As she continues through college, Alani continues to participate in clubs and volunteer. She is currently the President of the Biology Club at USF and the Social Media Manager for the Undergraduate Veterinary Medical Society. In addition to this, she volunteers in the Zalamea Lab and the Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center. Lastly, in her free time, she enjoys shadowing her at her favorite veterinary clinic, gardening, and baking.
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Reahana Joseph | Member
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.
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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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Disha Galwankar | Member
Undergraduate Scholar
Majors: Finance
Disha Galwankar is an honors graduate of Dr. Kiran C. Patel High School, ranking in the top 5 of her class. During high school, she earned an AICE Diploma with Distinction, received the Student Citizenship Award from the Temple Terrace Chamber of Commerce, and was facilitated by the Hillsborough County School Board with her teammates for placing in the top 30 internationally in National History Day. She served as Co-President of the Patel Music Council, the arts program’s version of student government, a Class Representative in SGA, an Editor of Poetry on Herd Voices - her school’s literary magazine, and a four-year chamber violist, focused on creating community through events and the arts! Competitively, she was her school’s first nationals qualifier in HOSA and FBLA, an involved member of Mu Alpha Theta and National Honors Society, and varsity goalkeeper on her school’s girls soccer team!
Outside of school, she was a four-time intern with the National Inventor’s Hall of Fame, spending over 150+ hours educating elementary students 4 - 12 years old on various STEM topics and skills! Currently in her last year of her general university degree from the Institute of Performing Arts and Heritage in the U.K in the art of Kathak, an Indian classical dance form, she works yearly with the Asian Cultural Association to educate people through performance and collaboration with fellow dancers! She is majoring in Finance, hoping to pursue a career in law after graduation. In her free time, she loves listening to music, reading a good book, and writing! She is honored to have the opportunity to make a difference and join a community of like-minded individuals dedicated to excellence and making the world a better place as a member of the Kosove Society!
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Rasika Selva | Member
Undergraduate Scholar
Majors: Health Sciences
Rasika is an IB graduate from Strawberry Crest High School. There, she co-founded and served as President of the SCHS Creative Writing Club for 4 years. In her senior year, she served as the President of the SCHS French National Honor Society, and Historian of the SCHS National Honor Society. Outside of 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 two years of its operation, Archers has amassed over 30 regular members, been featured in three literary magazines, and been invited to speak at the District 48 Toastmasters International Conference in May of 2025.
Majoring in Health Sciences as a student in the Judy Genshaft Honors College on a pre-med track, she hopes to connect her experience in leadership and public-speaking with her passion for medicine. Outside of academics, she is a volunteer actress in Project FTG, a feature-film set to release in 2026. 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 Scholar.
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Nichola Lavaud | Member
Undergraduate Scholar
Majors: Political Science & Professional/Technical Communications
Nichola "Nico" Lavaud is a 3rd year undergraduate student double majoring in Political Science & Professional/Technical Communications with a minor in Sociology.
He is a member of the 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, a USF Ambassador, and a Student Analyst at the Global & National Security Institute housed at USF. Nico is interested in foreign affairs and has recently been awarded the Boren Scholarship and will be studying French and Senegalese culture in Dakar, Senegal this fall semester.
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Joel Kallarackal | Member
Graduate Scholar
Majors: 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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Megan Acosta | Member
Graduate Scholar
Majors: Masters of Science in Nursing
Megan Acosta, is a first-year master’s student in the Family Nurse Practitioner program at USF. 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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