Rosha is a student at Chapman University majoring in Health Sciences with a minor in Leadership Studies, pursuing a pre-PA track and graduating in May 2027. She previously worked as a Medical Assistant in pain management and currently works as a Physical Therapy Aide at a health and wellness clinic, as well as an EMT for special events. On campus, she serves on the Chapman First Aid Team as a Field Training Officer, where she helps train and support fellow members in emergency response. Beyond her clinical experience, Rosha is actively involved in leadership and service. She serves as the Vice President of Intellectual Development for her sorority, Alpha Chi Omega, where she supports members’ academic success and personal growth. She is also involved in research with Chapman’s Physical Therapy program and volunteers with Special Olympics, where she recently founded a campus club to expand student involvement. Outside of academics and work, Rosha enjoys hot yoga and spending time at Disneyland. She plans to apply to PA school in 2027 and is excited to serve as one of the Program Outreach Coordinators for GAPPA this year.

Amy graduated from UC San Diego in March 2025 with a major in Neurobiology and a minor in Global Health. She is currently working full-time as a Medical Assistant in Dermatology where she assists in patient care, in-clinic biopsies and other procedures, Mohs skin cancer surgery, and more. She has been an MA since 2023 with previous experience working at a holistic health clinic and a neurosurgery practice. She is also interning at Palomar Health, where she rotates through different floors of the hospital. In her free time, Amy enjoys volunteering with local homeless outreach organizations in San Diego, dancing, and trying new coffee shops! She is applying to PA school in 2026 and is excited for another impactful year with GAPPA!

Sandra graduated from UCR with a B.S. in Biology in 2024 and has since moved back home to Camarillo, CA. She has experience as a concert MA, ED scribe, OB/GYN MA, and currently works as a PT aide. With plans to reapply for PA school this upcoming cycle, Sandra is excited to continue building lifelong skills to provide compassionate and equitable care, especially to underserved communities. In her free time, she enjoys weightlifting, reading rom coms or psychological thrillers, listening to R&B, spending too much money on $8 lattes, and volunteering!

Catherine recently graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara with a degree in biology. She currently works as a medical assistant at a dermatology clinic. Catherine enjoys exploring the different sectors of healthcare but is particularly interested in surgery and women’s health. In her free time, she loves to explore beaches, play volleyball, try new restaurants, and pursue new hobbies. Catherine plans on applying to PA school during the 2027-2028 cycle and is beyond excited to be a part of the GAPPA community!

Noami is a fourth-year student at UC Berkeley, studying sociology. She currently lives in Berkeley, CA, but plans to move back to San Diego in May. Noami loves thrifting, exploring new coffee shops, going to national parks, and playing pickleball! Currently, she works at the Basic Needs Center at UC Berkeley in efforts to combat food injustice. She plans to apply to UCSD, La Jolla, Boston University, A.T. Still University, and more!

Juliana recently graduated from CSULB with a B.S. in Health Science. She currently works as a medical assistant at a gastroenterology clinic and is involved with a nonprofit promoting community health and education. She’s had the chance to explore specialties including cardiac telemetry, orthopedics, emergency medicine, and urology, but is excited to see where her PA journey takes her! Juliana is finishing up her prerequisites for PA school and is looking forward to surfing, crocheting, and doing even more hot yoga once they’re done! She is thrilled to be a part of GAPPA and excited for what this next year will bring.

Rianna graduated from UCSD with B.S. in Public Health in 2024. She lives in Chula Vista and has experience as a medical assistant at a private practice. Currently, she works as a PCA at Rady Children’s Hospital in the Emergency Department. Rianna recently started learning how to play the  guitar and also likes to junk journal. She plans to apply to PA school in 2026 and is excited to continue supporting the Pre-PA community through GAPPA!

Emily graduated from UC Irvine in 2025 with a B.S. in Public Health Sciences and Minor in Health Informatics. Previously, she held leadership positions with the pre-PA club (PACT) and the American Red Cross Club (RCC) on campus. She has also interned for Associated Students-UCI under the Chief Media & Technology Office. Outside of school, she was also a COPE Health Scholar at Kaiser Permanente-Irvine, rotating on the Med Surg/Tele & Family Centered Postpartum floors. She also has experience as a medical assistant in family medicine, internal medicine, and podiatry. Currently, she works at a dermatology, reconstructive surgery, and plastic surgery office. In her free time, she loves trying out new cafes, going to concerts, and traveling! Emily is excited to apply for PA school this coming cycle and to help contribute to the GAPPA community!

Alma graduated from the University of Southern California in 2025 with a Bachelor’s degree in Health and Human Sciences. She currently works as a back office medical assistant in a dermatology clinic and has previous clinical experience in orthopedics. Alma volunteers at a hospital and food bank in Los Angeles, as well as local free health screening events serving underserved communities. She is passionate about addressing healthcare disparities and expanding access to care for marginalized communities. In her free time, Alma enjoys working out, cooking, exploring new places in nature, catching up with friends, and trying new coffee shops. She is excited to be part of GAPPA and looks forward to contributing to a supportive community of aspiring physician assistants while growing as a future leader dedicated to improving healthcare accessibility.

Rachel graduated from UCI in 2019 with a degree in biological sciences and has gained valuable patient care experience through medical assisting, contributing to family medicine research, and volunteering in her local hospital’s volunteer programs. Her work extends outside of healthcare as well through her involvement in community college peer programs and working with dog rescue organizations. Rachel is taking some more pre-reqs but plans to apply soon to PA school. Additionally, in her free time, she enjoys taking on DIY projects, baking, and spending time with fur babies! She is so excited to be part of the GAPPA team!

An-vi graduated from Cal State Long Beach in 2022 with a Health Science degree. She currently works at the Children’s Hospital of Orange County as a Lead Medical Scribe in the Endocrinology department. Her past patient experiences include dental assistant, pediatric medical assistant, and ophthalmic technician. An-vi served as a past board member of PACT at her university and has a passion for mentoring others. In her free time, An-vi enjoys dancing, trying new cafes.  An-vi has been accepted into PA school and will be starting this upcoming year! She is looking forward to using her experiences to support and guide others in the Pre-PA Community!

Meghan recently graduated from San Diego State University with a degree in Biology. She currently lives in San Diego and works as a back office medical assistant in dermatology. She is also a Pathmaker intern at Palomar Health, where she has completed rotations in the Orthopedic Acute Care Unit, ICU, Pre-Op/PACU, and is currently serving in the Surgery department. Meghan is passionate about mentoring and supporting first generation students, especially those navigating the pre-health pathway. In her free time, she enjoys baking, trying new restaurants, and going on walks around San Diego! Meghan plans to apply to PA school in the 2026 cycle and is excited to be part of GAPPA, where she looks forward to supporting the pre-PA community this year!

Hannah Duat is a graduate of California State University, Northridge, where she earned a BA in Psychology. In her free time, she enjoys archery, weightlifting, playing with her Westiepoo, and watching stand-up comedy on YouTube. Professionally, she has experience in phlebotomy, as a Medical Laboratory Assistant, and currently works as a Medical Assistant at a gynecology clinic. She plans to apply to PA school in the next cycle, with the goal of working in primary care and serving underrepresented communities.

 A UC San Diego alumni from 2023 with a degree in Global Health, Catalina is happy to be back in SoCal after moving home to Sacramento after graduation. She has gained diverse patient care experience as an orthopedic MA, EMT, and currently as an ER tech, where she continues to pursue her passion for emergency medicine and patient advocacy. Through GAPPA, she hopes to empower aspiring healthcare professionals with the knowledge and confidence to respond in emergencies and provide life-saving care. In her free time, Catalina enjoys working out, going to the beach, and exploring new coffee and food spots throughout Orange County. 

Frank graduated from Cal State San Marcos in 2022 with a degree in Kinesiology. He gained clinical experience working in a sports medicine PT clinic as an aide and is now working as a medical assistant in family medicine. In his free time he can be found exploring the outdoors through hiking, camping, or enjoying the ocean and learning how to surf! He is reapplying to the 2026-2027 cycle and looks forward to growing within a diverse pre-PA community with GAPPA. He aspires to become a mentor to pre-PA students as a PA and strives to make a lasting impact with peers and patients, in any field of medicine he has the opportunity to work in.

Chloe graduated from UCSD in 2023 with a B.S. in General Biology. She currently lives in San Diego and works as an ER Tech in National City. When she is not working, she loves to be in nature, cook, bake, and make floral arrangements. Chloe plans to apply to PA school during the 2026-2027 cycle. She loves being a part of GAPPA and teaching CPR classes as BLS Instructor. She is genuinely passionate about mentoring pre-PA students and loves sharing tips to help others navigate the pre-PA path.