My name is Aydin and I'm a 3rd year GDB major who loves to bake, play violin and read. As a student, I am a part of a plant pathology lab on campus that studies annual crop diseases. I am also involved in multiple clubs, such as ballroom dance and French.

 

Being a GDB major has completely changed my future plans. Before finding GDB, I was going to transfer as a microbiology major but the breadth of curriculum made me switch. As a result, I found my current lab job through the GDB newsletter and the restricted electives have given me the freedom to explore my passion in plant pathology. In this vein, I plan to apply for a Master's or PhD program for plant pathology after graduation. I hope to lead research or be a part of a team that finds solutions to the most severe plant diseases that impact food security. I love being a GDB major and know that armed with this degree, I can achieve my goals.