Hi, my name is Samantha Ruiz, and I am a senior undergraduate student at Oklahoma State University majoring in Microbiology/Cell and Molecular Biology with a pre-medical concentration and a minor in Psychology. I’m originally from Corpus Christi, Texas, and I have a deep passion for microbiology, especially exploring pathogenic bacteria and antibiotic resistance. After graduation, I plan to attend medical school to pursue a career in general family care and global health. In my free time, I love running and watching reality TV shows.