Penny Andrews, Timothy Burke, Matthew Day, Jessica Dommer, Ruben Mora, Steve Winn, Elizabeth Alexander (Bio 3A, Bio 21, various semesters)
All these former BioStars are graduated from their selected universities and are currently employed in science teaching positions, mostly in the Bakersfield area. It's gratifying to know that after I retire, they will be out there to pass on the flame of knowledge to eager young minds. CONGRATULATIONS AND CONTINUED GOOD LUCK TO YOU ALL!!
Sarah Wilson Caughell (Bio 3A, 2006)
See Sarah and her idol, famed Ethologist, Jane Goodall below. Sarah is finishing up her BS at CSUB and planning to continue her studies in Animal Behavior.
Mark Loewen (Bio 3A, 2000 & TA extraodinaire) and Sara Shellcross Loewen (Bio 3A, 2002)
Mark and Sara (See photo Rt above) were married and have been finishing their Bachelor's degrees at UCSD. Mark has been accepted to Med School for the fall, '09 semester.
Victoria Alexander (Bio 3A, 1996)
Victoria's career plans took a right turn after Bio 3A when she decided she wanted a career in Law instead of Science. She's now a practicing Attorney here in Bakersfield. Need help with contracts or real estate? Victoria's happy to help!
Suraj Devraj (Bio 3A,2001? Bio 21)
Suraj graduated from UC Irvine last semester and is now in graduate school earning a PhD in Physical Therapy. ( He was accepted by half a dozen PT schools) He says his 3A biology has helped him achieve his goals. He especially credits the experience and knowledge he gained working as a TA in 3A lab with allowing him to excell in his studies at UCI. Best wishes on your continued success, Suraj!
EDDIE FRY (BIO 3A, 2000?, T.A 2001)
After BC graduation, Eddie completed his wish list of adrenalin-producing endevours by diving with sharks and undergoing training in cave-diving. He then completed EMT training and, nearly through his paramedic training, was sidelined by an injury. Still in town and looking forward to returning to school for further coursework, Eddie says, "Hi!". BTW, We're still using the Giant Chromosome Game that Eddie devised.
Chelsea Richardson (Bio 3A, Spring, '97?)
Chelsea graduated from UCSD with a degree in Anthropology, travelled extensively in Asia, and is now in Dental School in Arizona. Way to go, Chelsea!
Kurt Sturz, D.M.D, M.S., (Bio 3A, 1996, Bio 21, 1997)
Dr. Sturz finished Dental School in Oregon and completed advanced training at Loma Linda in Pediatric dentistry. He's back in Bakersfield and has set up his practice in a wonderful space at 4260 Truxton Extension, Ste.100. Call 661-322-5878 to make an appointment to bring your kids to visit Dr. Sturz. They'll love the video game room and the TVs on the ceiling!! Well Done, Kurt!!
Clint Allen (Bio 3a Spring, '98)
Clint is knockin' them dead at TEXAS A & M. He's doing research on C. burnetti bacteria (Which causes Q fever). He sends this message:
"...tell your current "big university" aspiring bio students ...if they do well in your class, they will do well in any bio class. I took the second half of bio in the Fall ...I had a huge advantage in the respect that I had already had the info and that I knew how to study for it. Because of that, I got the only A in a lab section of 40 people. I remember when I took the class I wondered why in the heck I needed to study so much for one Bio Class. Tell them they have no idea!!!!!"
Eric Schaad (Bio 3a Spring, '99)
Bio Major, Eric worked at the California Living Museum (CALM) for 2 years, transferred to UCSan Diego. He plans to turn a mammalogy major into a career in a zoological park. Due to his good grades, hard work and winning personality, he secured a job with the San Diego Wild Animal Park as a Mammal Keeper. This was an incredible achievement and a HUGE stepping stone to the future. Latest news about Eric comes from his WIFE, Katherine Morse, Bio 3A, Spring, '99. They were married this summer. They tell me neither one remembers the other from their Bio Class! Eric is currently enrolled in a PhD program in New Mexico.
Cordell Davis (Bio 3a Fall '98)
Cordell finished his B.S. at BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY last spring and is in Med School. Congratulations on your acceptance and good luck in your studies.
Alison Wolter (Bio 3a Fall, '95)Alison finished her Pharmacy degree at UNIVERSITY OF THE PACIFIC and is now back in Bakerssfield working as a pharmacist and Manager of the Pharmacy Dept. at a local Longs Drugs. She says her biology and chemistry courses at BC were good preparation for her seriously hard courses at UOP! Congratulations , Dr. Wolter!
Roque Miramontes (Spring '98)
Roque has recently earned his Master's Degree from the U of WASHINGTON. Next he'll do a 2 year fellowship at the CDC (U.S. Center for Disease Control), after which he'll begin work on his PhD. Previously he earned a Physician's Assistant degree at STANFORD UNIVERSITY following a summer externship at the CDC in Atlanta. He enjoys spending his spare time (!) with his 2 sons, ages 3 and 5. He continues to be engaged in scientific research. He recently authored an article on Human West Nile Virus to be published in the 2/06 American Journal of Preventive Medicine. Keep making us proud, Roque!
