Seven new scholars majoring in Allied Health, Biology and Data Science are joining Graceland’s Resch program.
From just up interstate I-35 to Alicante, Spain, seven promising additions to the Resch Scholars program will arrive at Graceland University in the fall.
Associate Professor of Allied Health James Geiselman, DC, who oversees the program, is excited to welcome them to the Lamoni campus: “This incoming group of Resch scholars embodies a deep commitment to academic excellence and intellectual curiosity, poised to contribute meaningfully to the university’s tradition of excellence, learning, and wholeness,” he says.
In partnership with the Richard J. Resch Foundation, the Resch Scholars program recognizes and supports students excelling in a science and technology field. As part of the program, full and partial scholarships are awarded to incoming freshmen or transfer students majoring in one of Graceland’s STEM areas: Allied Health, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science and Information Technology, or Data Science.
These are our new Resch scholars, and some their future goals that we hope the program will help them achieve! You can also find their profiles – and keep updated about all else that is happening at Graceland – on our FB page.
Miranda Breckenridge
New Virginia, IA
Major at Graceland: Biology
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Hannah Cech
Pleasant Hill, IA
Major at Graceland: Biology
“I plan to pursue a career as a lab technician in the field of biology. My interest comes from my cousin, a lab technician, who has shared many aspects of her career path. I want to make a meaningful impact in this field and help increase understanding of biological processes.”
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Nuria Garcia
Novelda, Alicante/Spain
Major at Graceland: Data Science
“I want to pursue a career in data science because I love working with data to uncover patterns and solve real-world problems. It’s exciting to think about how data can be used to make better decisions and create positive change.”
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Zamarehia (Zee) Heaven
Parrish, FL
Major at Graceland: Allied Health
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Jackson House
Sterling, IL
Major at Graceland: Allied Health
“I plan to pursue a career in strength and conditioning, helping athletes maximize their performance while preventing injuries. With a passion for fitness and sports science, I aim to use evidence-based training methods to make a lasting impact in the field.”
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Adysan Rains
Spickard, MO
Major at Graceland: Allied Health
“I’m passionate about becoming a physical therapist to help young athletes recover from injuries and get back to doing what they love as quickly and safely as possible. My goal is to open my own clinic, where I can provide personalized care and support to kids, helping them build strength and confidence on and off the field.”
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Julian Sanchez
Converse, TX
Major at Graceland: Biology
“I want to be an anesthesiologist to make a significant impact on all my patients lives, providing care and helping them manage their pain.”
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