Lab Members
The RESSLab is just starting! If you are interested in joining or have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out: dforsythe@scu.edu
Desiree Forsythe
she/her/hers
PI, Assistant Professor
Research Interests: Please see my research tab!
Anything Else to Share: I am first generation, queer, and white and use they/she pronouns. My identities and experiences shape both how I perceive the world around me and the scientific interests I hold. When I'm not in the lab, you can find me hiking with my two cattle dogs Copper and Ruadh, traveling with my partner, Sean, reading a good book, or (attempting) to watercolor.
Aarush Malik
he/him
Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Computer Science and Religious Studies
Minor(s): Mathematics
Research Interests: I’m broadly interested in computing education, particularly how people learn to code and develop confidence in technical spaces. A key part of this is understanding how students’ environments and past experiences shape their learning. Through my work with RESSL, I explore how queer students in STEM navigate belonging, mentorship, and institutional culture at Jesuit universities.
Anything Else to Share: On campus, I serve as an Assistant Resident Director and have previously worked as a teaching assistant in the Math/CS department. I’m also involved in initiatives that support diversity in tech, including Girls Who Code. Outside of academics, I’m a student pilot and enjoy flying, as well as finding new boba spots and traveling.
Annie Schloss
she/her
Graduation Year: N/A
Major: Public Health & Biology
Minor(s): Religious Studies
Research Interests:
The intersection of ethics and science.
Anything Else to Share: Some hobbies and clubs I participate in include being a 2025-2026 Hackworth Fellow and HPPA Advisor. I also love to run, bake, hike, and spend time with friends!
Grace Fujii
she/her
Graduation Year: 2028
Major: General Engineering
Minor(s): N/A
Research Interests: I am interested in researching identities' and perspectives' influences on learning experiences + making learning fun!
Anything Else to Share: I'm super interested in the "how-what-who-why" questions as they pertain to learning, assessment, and the integration of technology in every step. As such, I'm also working/researching with the Human-Computer Interaction Lab! My top side-quests are running, enjoying/playing music, and playing Gardenscapes :)
Jacob Lee
he/him
Graduation Year: 2028
Major: Biology and Public Health
Minor(s): N/A
Research Interests: I am interested in researching the Asian American STEM experience.
Anything Else to Share: Some of my hobbies include cooking and surfing.
Jazmine Low
she/her
Graduation Year: 2020
Major: Neuroscience
Minor(s): N/A
Research Interests: I am interested in researching the intersections of belonging, behavior, and design.
Anything Else to Share: Outside of work I love to dance, hike, camp, and study the Zen Tea Ceremony :)
Leslie Mejia
she/her
Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Web Design Engineering
Minor(s): Graphic Design
Research Interests: I'm interested in researching the effects of being an LGBTQ+ student on a Jesuit institution.
Anything Else to Share: Outside of RESSL, I enjoy crocheting, knitting, and sewing! I also work for the LEAD scholars program as a Peer Mentor, and I'm an active member of ACM-W!
Lucia Capello
she/her
Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Public Health Science
Minor(s): Biology and Medical & Health Humanities
Research Interests: I am interested in Genetics, biopsychosocial implications on health, impacts of education on career trajectory, and preparedness
Anything Else to Share: N/A
Morgan Ventura
she/her
Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Public Health Science
Minor(s): Biology
Research Interests: I’m interested in exploring STEM identities and sense of belonging.
Anything Else to Share: Outside of RESSL, I'm involved in Rho Psi Eta in the role of Treasurer, and a tutor in Spanish. Some of my hobbies involve hiking, working out, and going to the beach.
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Tiffany Kinyua
she/her
Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Psychology
Minor(s): Biology
Research Interests:
I’m interested in cognitive and genomic neuroscience, particularly how biological and social/cultural factors shape brain development, behavior, and health outcomes. I’m also interested in health disparities and using different approaches to improve equity in healthcare.
Anything Else to Share:
Outside of academics, I enjoy going on walks, reading, playing video games, and exploring fashion through shopping and thrifting. I also like makeup and creative self-expression.
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