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Ben is studying Neuroscience and Psychology. He has been working as a Resident Advisor (RA) for three years and is involved in various programs such as CU GOLD, the Learning Assistant Program, and AED, CU’s prehealth club, where he serves as an executive member. Ben is also a research assistant in the Molas Lab, serves as the President of the Neuroscience Club, and is a member of the Community Advisory Board for Downtown Boulder where he has been actively promoting anti-racist measures and creating accessible spaces for everyone to enjoy. Ben has been working to promote neuroscience outreach programs in middle and high schools in partnership with the Behavioral Neuroscience program’s efforts. He also mentors students as a member of the Allies and Mentors in Psychology and Neuroscience program and serves as a student committee member for the departmental Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. Ben is also a tutor for the National Neuroscience Honors Society, Nu Rho Psi. During the summer, Ben worked as a curriculum curator for the CU Science Â鶹ÊÓƵ summer program, where he taught the Neuroscience summer camp and educated and excited high school students from across the state about the human brain. He strives to ensure that students are aware of the opportunities available to them for research, academics, and social connections that can help them have a successful college career. As a community-focused leader, he provides care, inclusion, and mentorship to students. Ben has a natural aptitude for teaching and his infectious enthusiasm resonates with students will make him a natural success as he moves on to a position with Teach for America.