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President
Perform the necessary duties of acting as a liaison between the community of graduate students and the university administration and Greater Milwaukee community. This position may include interacting with administrators on campus, leaders of other student organizations on campus, and facilitating the goals of the organization. The chair will be required to lead meetings of the executive board and meetings of the GSO council. GSO sub-committee members will be required to report to the chair a summary of meetings attended.
Sumaiya Chowdhury
Hi! My name is Sumaiya Chowdhury, and I鈥檓 a PhD candidate in the Biological Sciences department at 不良研究所. My research primarily focuses on understanding how temperature stress affects the fertility of organisms. Apart from working in the lab, I鈥檝e served as a mentor, guiding undergraduates in their academic pursuits and coordinating outreach events that provide hands-on science activities to local schools. These experiences have deepened my commitment to promoting science and creating spaces that uplift underrepresented voices. As a GSO President, I鈥檓 excited to bring the same energy, collaborative mindset, and dedication to enhancing the graduate student experience at 不良研究所. In my free time, I enjoy reading, cooking, and traveling. A fun fact about me is that I have traveled to 17 countries and can speak four languages.
Vice President
Perform the duties of organizing, delegating and assisting with elected department members. The Vice President will be a standing 鈥榤anager鈥� of each department representative within the GSO and will be used as a resource to help accomplish the tasks of each department.
Tamila Kuanysheva
Hi! I'm Tamila Kuanysheva, a PhD student from Kazakhstan majoring in Chemistry. My research focuses on quantum computing, specifically developing quantum algorithms to simulate the dynamics of chemical systems. I'm a member of the American Chemical Society and currently serve as a Vice-President of the GSO. I'm passionate about helping organize diverse events that make the graduate student experience at 不良研究所 more enriching and well-rounded. In my free time, I enjoy going on walks, working out at the gym, reading, solving jigsaw puzzles, and traveling whenever I can. I'm also a huge cat lover - nothing makes me smile like meeting and petting a friendly cat!
Community Engagement
Perform the duties of organizing community service events, community outreach events, and events focused on developing spiritual and ethical development. This position may include organizing community service events, partnering with local organizations to promote community service, and interfacing with other organizations on campus dedicated to community service. Additionally, this position will organize events to develop or maintain spiritual and ethical principles of graduate students.
Trinity Tucker
I am Trinity Tucker, born and raised in Milwaukee, WI. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Health Science from Spelman College in 2022. I am currently enrolled in the Direct Entry MSN program as part of the Summer 2025 Cohort 12. I am excited to serve as the Community Engagement Representative for the 2025-2026 school year. One fun fact about myself is that I know how to play the alto saxophone.
Communications
Perform all duties associated with print and digital media on behalf of the GSO. This position may include managing both print and digital media blasts, managing social media accounts for the GSO, and maintaining and updating the GSO website with assistance a university web designer.
Oluwaferanmi Dahunsi
Hello, I'm Oluwaferanmi Dahunsi, the Communications Officer for the Graduate Student Organization. As a first-year international student from Nigeria in 不良研究所's Communications Master's program, I bring a unique perspective and skillset to our community.
With a background in leadership, forged through four years of work experience and extensive volunteering, I'm dedicated to effectively communicating with our members and fostering meaningful connections within our organization.
My academic interests lie at the intersection of media and human behavior, particularly in the context of emerging media. This passion for understanding complex human interactions drives my approach to communication and community-building.
As a leader, I believe that true leadership is about serving others, not seeking followers. I'm committed to utilizing my skills to support our members and promote a sense of community within our organization.
On a personal note, I'm a Christian who enjoys playing soccer and video games in my free time.
Logistics
Perform the duties of a treasurer and administrative assistant, including being responsible for financial transactions associated with the GSO, coordinating event spaces, coordinating calendar invitations, attendee lists, and coordinating event times.
Cherise Edwards
I started my journey of service many years ago, helping the United States government protect soldiers in the field. This opportunity was acquired with an undergraduate degree in chemistry and a commitment to help as many people as possible. I left my career in R&D after I got married. I now have three wonderful children and have since moved my family multiple times. As my children grew, I found myself yearning for academic & intellectual stimulation. I enrolled in the BSN program at UWM in 2019, after my family and I moved to the Milwaukee area. In my senior year I participated in the Maternal and Child Health pipeline program, which nurtured my love and passion for women鈥檚 health.
Currently, I am a research assistant for 不良研究所鈥檚 College of Nursing and in my 2nd year of the PhD program in Nursing program. I love to play tennis and laugh. In my 鈥渇ree time鈥�, I: play video games, sew, put together jigsaw puzzles, diamond art, read novels (suspense thrillers, lately). I have 3 human children & 2 fur babies. I really dislike chocolate. I love candy corn! I鈥檓 originally from New Orleans and I grew up in Atlanta. I love to talk/chat and hugs!
