Past Scholars
- 2026 Student Scholars
- 2025 Student Scholars
- 2024 Student Scholars
- 2023 Student Scholars
- Archived Student Scholars
2026 Student Scholars
Meet the 2026 Scholars in Aging
Every project tells a story of discovery, innovation, and a commitment to improving aging experiences for individuals, families, and communities. Explore the posters created by our 2026 Scholars in Aging and learn how these emerging leaders are addressing today's most pressing aging-related challenges.
Click on each scholars university logo to access their poster to discover the research, ideas, and impact behind each project.
Rejina AkterMaster of Gerontological Studies, Miami University | Ryleigh AntoineBachelor of Social Work, Lourdes University |
Ruth BoampongBachelor of Science, Neuroscience, Case Western Reserve University | Gabriele CamettiBachelors of Health Sciences and Professions, Human Development and Family Science, Ohio University |
Shuo CaoPhD in Nursing, University of Cincinnati | Katherine CruzeBachelor of Science, Double major in Public Health and Public Management, Leadership and Policy, The Ohio State University |
Barbara Maria Martins da SilvaMaster of Fine Arts Design Research & Development, The Ohio State University | Fredrick VeauthierPhD Health Sciences, Youngstown State University |
Ava WesnerBachelors of Social Work, Ohio University | Erreannau ZellousDoctoral Degree Social Gerontology, Miami University |
2025 Student Scholars
Adedayo AdeagboPhD in Medical Sociology, Kent State University | Patrick ArpBachelor of Science in Biomedical Science, The Ohio State University |
Elisabeth BaendeBachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Science, Bowling Green State University | Julia BrooksPhD in Psychology of Adult Development and Aging, University of Akron |
Anna EiserBachelor of Science in Child and Family Studies, Ohio University | Cecilia GlancyBachelor of Science in Health Science, The Ohio State University |
Faminaz KarazhaRN in Nursing, Clark State College | Carly RichardsonBachelor of Science Child and Family Studies, Ohio University |
Lirisha TuladharMaster of Gerontological Studies, Miami University | Jenna WagnerBachelor of Science in Dietetics, Youngstown State University |
2024 Student Scholars
Bailee BrekkeMaster of Gerontological Studies, Miami University | Janice BuehrerBachelor of Arts in Psychology, Bowling Green State University |
Emma GriffeyBachelor of Science in Nursing, Undergraduate Certificate in Gerontology, Ohio University | Alecia HowardMaster of Social Work, The Ohio State University |
Kiley KinseyBachelor of Science in Long Term Care Administration, Kent State University | Patrick MeseMaster of Gerontological Studies, Miami University |
Kimberly PaulettBachelor of Science and Applied Science in Long Term Care Administration, Youngstown State University | Aditi TarkarMaster of Science in Nutrition, University of Cincinnati |
Molly TaylorCommunication Sciences and Disorders, Undergraduate Gerontology Certificate, Ohio University |
2023 Student Scholars
Alayna BollingerBachelors in Gerontology, Minor in Communication Disorders and Pre-Occupational Therapy Track, College of Health & Human Services, Bowling Green State University | Karina BurckBachelors in City/Urban, Community & Regional Planning and Bachelors in Public Management, Leadership & Planning, The Ohio State University |
Kimberly CloseMasters in Gerontology, Youngstown State University | Destiny DotsonBachelors in City/Urban, Community & Regional Planning and Bachelors in Public Management, Leadership & Planning, The Ohio State University |
Mashika GalloMaster of Healthcare Design and Graduate Certificate in Gerontology, Kent State University | Claire GrantPhD in Adult Development & Aging, Cleveland State University |
Kamryn KaslerMaster of Gerontological Studies, Department of Sociology & Gerontology, Miami University | Miranda Corpora KunkelPhD in Social Gerontology, Department of Sociology & Gerontology, Miami University |
Emily MookMaster of Health & Human Services, Youngstown State University | Emily SauerBachelors in Health Communications & Business, Miami University |
