Pre-Health Peer Advisor Biographies

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Pre-Health Peer Advisor: Nick Asmus

I am currently a Junior majoring in Physiology and I am planning on attending medical school to become a physician as my passion in academics lies in understanding the human body and the disease processes associated with it. During my time here at Michigan State, some of my extracurricular activities have included working in a biochemistry research lab, volunteering at UM Health-Sparrow Hospital and The Greater Lansing Food Bank, being an Undergraduate Learning Assistant for a Physiology course, shadowing physicians, working as a Medical Assistant, and being a member of The Pre-Professional Society for Health Careers of AED.

Aside from academics, I am from Marquette in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, which has influenced my passion for outdoor activities such as running, mountain/road biking, canoeing, backpacking, and cross-country skiing. I also spend a lot of my time lifting weights and reading books.

With my experience of taking the MCAT, enduring rigorous coursework, and finding meaningful extracurricular opportunities to be a part of, I recognize the challenges that come with being a pre-health student. It is my goal as a Pre-Health Peer Advisor to help students succeed and become well-rounded for their desired graduate programs. I really look forward to having the opportunity to help you navigate your way through your undergraduate career so that you can achieve your academic and career goals!

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Pre-Health Peer Advisor: Saad Jawad

I’m a Junior on the Pre-Dental track, majoring in Physiology with a minor in Business. Apart from academics, I participate in a handful of extracurriculars on campus, including the Pre-Dental club, as well as LSA, which I serve on the e-board for. Outside of MSU, I work as a Dental Assistant at a clinic back home, and also take time to visit local schools to distribute dental care kits and educate students about oral health.

On a more personal level, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, traveling, and playing tennis! Navigating your pre-health path can feel tough sometimes, as not everyone’s journey looks the same. If you’d like to learn more about MSU’s opportunities, or would just like a second opinion, I would be more than happy to help. I look forward to meeting with you and helping you achieve your goals!

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Pre-Health Peer Advisor: Linden Wells

I am a senior majoring in Physiology with a minor in Leadership of Organizations, and I am on the pre-medical track. My journey at MSU started as a Finance major before I found my passion in Physiology, so if you’re navigating a major switch or feeling unsure about your path, I’d love to share my experience and help you find your fit. One of my favorite things about MSU is that there are a ton of opportunities; sometimes the things you don’t expect to happen end up being the best for you.

I currently work as a Nurse Assistant at a hospital, and I assist with research in a physiology lab on campus. As an active board member of the Physiology Society Club, I help organize events to connect students with the pre-health field, and I help coordinate with the Department of Physiology Outreach program to engage our community in science education.

I am always happy to chat, if you ever have any questions or just would like to talk, please let me know! I look forward to meeting you!

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Schedule an Appointment with a Pre-health Peer Advisor  

Please note: You must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 to meet with a Peer Advisor. If your GPA is below a 2.5, please schedule with one of the professional advisors instead.

• Go to student.msu.edu and login with your NETID and password
• Select the Academic Progress tile
• Click the tab on the left, labeled Advising/Tutoring Appointments
• To schedule a new appointment, click Create New Appointment
• You will now fill out the New Appointment section details:
  • Category: choose Advising
  • Advising/Tutoring Unit: Select College of Natural Science
  • Appointment Reason: Click on the magnifying glass icon and select Pre-Health
  • Additional Information: Enter more details to assist the advisor with preparing for the appointment 
  • Appointment Type: Choose an available option for how the appointment will be held (Virtual or In-person)
  • Once all of the information has been entered, click Select Advisor:
• View the Advisor name and Location
• Click the Time Selected drop-down menu to view available times, then click Select Time to confirm the appointment
• You will be returned to the New Appointment screen where you can review any notes from the advisor/tutor and confirm the appointment. 
• Click Book It!