Mickala D. Stratton
Mickala is a junior at University of Massachusetts Amherst (UMass Amherst), pursuing a dual degree in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology and Chinese Language & Literature. Their passion for ecology and environmental sustainability began in childhood through participation in programs at the Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center. They currently work as a research assistant in a Natural Resource and Environmental Conservation lab, where they combine their interests in biochemistry and environmental science through the study of freshwater mussel genetics.
Beyond research, Mickala is an active member of the Commonwealth Honors College, serving as a peer advisor at the Bloom Honors Advising Center. They also work as a tour guide for UMass Amherst’s Office of Undergraduate Admissions. After graduating, they plan to pursue a Master's degree in Environmental Health Sciences, with the long-term goal of attending medical school.
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