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Mechelle Francis, Mechelle is a matriculating McKnight Doctoral Fellow in the Department of International Studies. Her areas of concentration are International and Comparative Political Economy and International Relations. Her preferred region of study is Asia, specifically, Chinese trade policy.
In addition to her academic pursuits, Mechelle serves as the first graduate student appointed to the University of Miami, Board of Trustees. As the Student Trustee, Mechelle represents the interest of all students (medical, law, graduate and undergraduate) on the University’s Board of Trustees. She serves on the Board of Trustees Finance Committee and Board of Trustees Student Affairs Committee.
In 2004, she obtained a Bachelors of Science Degree in Political Science from Florida State University. Prior to attending graduate school, Mechelle worked for the U.S. Senate under the direction of U.S. Senator Bob Graham. She is a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces. In her spare time, Mechelle enjoys skydiving, trail biking, indoor rock climbing, and spending time with close friends. |
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Francisco J. De Caso y Basalo, I am originally from Spain (Madrid), though my mom is Brazilian and my dad Chilean. I undertook my undergraduate studies and Master’s of Engineering in Civil & Architectural Engineering at the University of Bath in the United Kingdom (England). After graduation, I considered many job offers. However, I realized that I wanted to develop my understanding of civil engineering further. Thus, my advisor in Bath (Prof. Tim Ibell) introduced me to Dr. Nanni who offered me an opportunity to undertake my PhD studies at UM. My research interest focuses on the strengthening and upgrade of existing reinforced concrete structures using a new innovative class of composites. So here I am at UM finishing my last year, exciting times! Go Canes! |
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Adrianna Brown, I have attended the University of Miami as an undergrad and I am currently in my third year in the Master of Public Administration program. The faculty and staff are phenomenal and they are always looking for new ways to enrich the student experience. I am happy to be a part of the journey. I am proud to be a Miami Hurricane!
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Janet Genz, I earned my B.S. in Biology from U. Miami in 2005 and I immediately began work on my PhD in Marine Biology at the Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science (RSMAS), UM’s Key Biscayne campus. My research is focused on the water, salt, and acid-base regulatory physiology of fish. I have been involved with GSA for some time, first serving as a Senator for the Dept. of Marine Biology and Fisheries during the 2007-2008 academic year, and then as GSA’s Webmistress during 2008-2009.
In addition to being GSA Secretary, I currently serve as President of the Marine Science Graduate Student Organization (MSGSO). Outside of academia, my hobbies include playing tennis, cross-stitching, and watching classic movies. I live in Hollywood, FL with my husband and cat.
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Whitney C. White, Whitney is a Master's of Music student studying Music Business and Entertainment Industries. Her Bachelor's Degree in Communication was earned at Virginia Tech in her home state of Virginia. In her spare time, you can find Whitney checking out live music across Miami or singing karaoke at the local hot spots. |
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Amin Sarafraz, I earned my B.S. in Geomatics and Surveying Engineering from Amir Kabir University and my M.Sc. in Photogrammetry from University of Tehran in Iran. In January 2008, I started my PhD in Civil, Architectural, and Environmental (CAE) Engineering at the U. My research is a collaborative work between CAE and Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) departments.
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