2024 GLMS Foundation Scholarship Recipients
Caitlin Cahill , ULSOM , 4TH YEAR . She is from Independence , KY and attended the University of Louisville , graduating Magna Cum Laude . Her career interests include becoming an internal medicine / pediatrics hospitalist . She enjoys spending time with her partner , family , friends and two cats ( Meatball and Chef ). When Caitlin is not studying , she hikes , draws / paints , plays pickleball , reads or binges on a TV show or documentary .
Anne Claire Clemmons , ULSOM , 4TH YEAR . She is part of the Distinction in Business and Leadership Track . Originally from Glasgow , KY , Anne Claire attended the University of Louisville for her undergraduate education and was a member of Delta Zeta Sorority . She is a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society , Gold Humanism Honor Society and Phi Delta Epsilon . She also enjoys her role as a tutor for second and third-year medical students . Anne Claire ’ s career aspirations include practicing as an OB-GYN and contributing to resident and medical student education . Outside of school , Anne Claire enjoys spending time with loved ones , discovering gluten-free foods in new cities and attending local festivals and events .
Molly Fears , ULSOM , 4TH YEAR . She is from Plainfield , IN , and graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Louisville , where she was also a student-athlete on the swimming and diving team . She is a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors Society . She is passionate about community-based emergency medicine and aims to contribute to public health initiatives . In her free time , she enjoys hiking , traveling and exploring new restaurants with friends , often accompanied by her Siberian husky , Luna .
Stacy Henley , ULSOM , 4TH YEAR . She is from Louisville , KY and attended the University of Louisville , graduating Magna Cum Laude . She is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society ( highest honor possible for a student of medicine ) and the Association of Pathology Chairs Honor Society . Her career interests include complex medical dermatology and dermatopathology . She loves spending time with her friends and family , especially her nieces and nephew . When not studying , Stacy enjoys being outdoors , hiking , boating and trying new restaurants .
Alexa Howser , ULSOM , 4TH YEAR . She is from Scottsburg , IN and attended Indiana University Bloomington , graduating Summa Cum Laude . She is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors Society . Alexa will also receive a Distinction in Global and Public Health upon graduation with her medical degree in May . Her career interests include obstetrics / gynecology and public health . In her free time , she enjoys traveling and trying new restaurants with friends and family .
Grace Long , ULSOM , 4TH YEAR . Originally from Columbus , OH . She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Biology , Cum Laude , from the University of Louisville , where she was a dedicated member of the swim team . With a keen interest in anesthesiology , Grace has a robust research background , particularly in COVID-19 and breath analysis . She is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors Society , the Kentucky Society of Anesthesiologists and serves as the student state delegate for Kentucky in the American Society of Anesthesiologists . Outside of her academic and professional pursuits , Grace enjoys CrossFit and spending time with her chihuahua , Sadie .
Paya Yazdan Panah , ULSOM , 4TH YEAR . Originally from Iran , Paya and his family sought refuge in the U . S ., and were welcomed with open arms in Louisville , KY . His journey through medicine has been shaped by his own experiences as a cancer survivor . Paya is actively involved with the Friends for Life Cancer Support Network , where he serves as a peer support volunteer . In addition to his volunteer efforts , Paya has conducted research on vagus nerve stimulation for pediatric epilepsy , which was presented at the American Epilepsy Society 2023 Conference and is currently under peer review for publication . Paya ’ s career focus is on family medicine , where he hopes to provide comprehensive care to patients across all stages of life . Outside of medicine , Paya enjoys 3D printing , painting and photography as creative outlets that balance his medical career .
Baylee Polzin , ULSOM , 4TH YEAR . She is from Lexington , KY and attended the University of Kentucky , graduating Summa Cum Laude . She is a current member of the Gold Humanism Honors Society , Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society , and previous 2023 Co-Director of the Future Healers Program . Her career interests include neonatology , pediatric gastroenterology and medical education . She has a love for traveling , and spends weekends exploring new cities , attending concerts and visiting friends . When she is not studying , she is attending group fitness classes , cuddling with her 70-pound poodle , or spending time with her family .
Natalie West , ULSOM , 4TH YEAR . She is from Bowling Green , KY and attended Western Kentucky University , graduating Summa Cum Laude . Prior to medical school , Natalie worked as a school psychologist in rural Kentucky . She is a Member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors Society ( highest honor possible for a student of medicine ). Her career interests include internal medicine , medical education and advocacy . She enjoys spending time with family , friends and her sweet dog , Lexi . When not studying , Natalie is playing sand volleyball , working out at Derby City CrossFit or walking her dog through Cherokee Park .
Sydney Johnson , ULSOM , 4TH YEAR . She is originally from Selma , NC and received her undergraduate education at East Carolina University . There she majored in sociology and graduated Summa Cum Laude . She is a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors Society . Sydney is pursuing a career in emergency medicine . Outside of school , she is passionate about her involvement in community outreach programs , like Future Healers . She loves spending time with her friends and family . Her favorite pastimes include running , trying new restaurants and crocheting .
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