Hi there! I graduated from Wayne State University with my B.A. in Biological Sciences in May 2017 & started this program in August of that year. I am elated to be a part of this program because of how well the program has prepared me for a career as a Pathologists' Assistant. I look forward to the diverse rotations in the second year. In my spare time I enjoy trivia, films, and riding my bike.

Hello, I'm Hannah the President of the Class of 2019. Prior to attending Wayne State University I earned my Bachelors of Science in Chemistry and Biology at the University of Windsor. I have always had an interest in pathology and knew the Pathologists' Assistant program was right for me after my shadow experience in a surgical pathology laboratory. I am currently in my second year clinical rotations and loving every second of it.  The makes me extremely excited to begin my career as a Pathologists' Assistant!

Hi! I'm Candi, the Vice President of the Class of 2019. I got my bachelor's degree from Michigan State University in Human Biology. I am very excited to be in my second year and finally applying all that I've learned in my first year to gross real specimens!

Hi, I'm Mikayla! I grew up in South Dakota, moved to Ohio for my BS degree  from Bowling Green State University and moved to Michigan to complete the Pathologists' Assistant program at Wayne State University. I have previous professional experience as a Grossing Tech and was a teaching assistant during my first year in the program.

Hello! I Just finished my first year at Wayne State University's Pathologists' Assistant program and am very excited to start my clinical rotations! I received my bachelor's degree from Kalamazoo College in Biology with a concentration in Neuroscience. I look forward to experiencing all that the world of pathologists' assistance has to offer!

Hello, I am Hassanain! I was born and raised in Lebanon, moved to Lithuania where I attended Kaunas Medical school and received my Master in Medicine. I practiced medicine before coming to the U.S. I have also my Associate in EMT/ paramedic . I enjoyed the fact that I moved between different cultures and speaking 4 languages, including English, Arabic, Lithuanian and Russian. I am greatly excited for the diverse Pathology rotations. In spare time, I like to listen to good music and to box.

Hello, I'm Samm! I am the PR Chair of the AAPA Student Committee. Before entering the PA program, I worked in marketing and advertising, but left to pursue my true passion for pathology. For my undergraduate, I attended the University of Michigan (Go Blue!) and received a BA in Communications & Psychology. I grew up outside Chicago, but have been a resident of Michigan for about 15 years. I am looking forward to gaining hands-on experience in my clinical year!

Hi! I'm Megan, our class secretary. I graduated from CMU in 2015 with a B.S. in Kinesiology. In my first year of this program, I have explored my love for pathology far beyond what I ever imagined, built great memories with my classmates, and fell even more in love with the city of Detroit. I enjoy spending time with my family, friends, and my dog. After a hard first year of preparing for clinicals, I'm excited to apply the knowledge we have learned and grow in this amazing and crazy field of pathology!

Hey! You can call me Bre. I grew up in Bay City, Michigan. I attended Central Michigan University and received my Bachelors of Science in Biomedical Sciences and Psychology. I'm the proud dog mom of a 10 year old pitbull named Aubrey. In my free time I like playing board games and doing DIY projects. I'm looking forward to applying everything I've learned this year and seeing new specimens every day!

Hi, I'm Jamie!  I am very happy to be a student in this program further pursuing my passion for pathology, and I am very excited to begin my career as a pathologists' assistant.  I graduated from Michigan State University (Go Green!) in December 2016 with a major in Clinical Laboratory Sciences.  In February 2017, I became a certified medical laboratory scientist.  I was born and raised in Metro Detroit, so I love exploring Detroit and traveling around Michigan!  If I'm not studying, I'm at the barn with my horse, Charlie!

Hi, I'm Grace! I graduated from the University of Michigan with a degree in Biology and Spanish. I'm enjoyed my first year as a Pathologists' Assistant student at Wayne State University in the heart of the city, and I'm excited to apply my newly gained knowledge in pathology labs throughout Southeast Michigan.

Hi! My name is Kristina and I'm the Chair of the AAPA Student Committee. I graduated from North Park University in 2010 with my B.A. in Business and Economics. I'm pumped to be in my second year and look forward to all of the excitement and challenges that it brings. When I'm not studying, I love being outdoors, spending time with my nieces and playing video games!