Path to the Park Mentors

Name: Drshika Asher
Role: Front-End Developer Intern at Enterprise Works
Motivation to be a student mentor: Being a student mentor helps me empower other women in STEM just as my mentors have in the past.
Fun Fact: I know how to speak 4 languages: English, Spanish, Kutchi and Hindi!

Name: Marisa Osowski
Role: Communications and Social Media Intern at Enterprise Works
Motivation to be a student mentor: I’ve received immense support from my older friends and family members throughout my college experience. I want to be a resource for another student like my friends and family were for me.
Fun Fact: My favorite sport to watch is baseball. I'm a Saint Louis Cardinals fan.

Name: Andy Garcia
Role: Communications and Social Media Intern at Enterprise Works
Motivation to be a student mentor: I have a deep passion for serving others, so when I heard about the Path to the Park mentorship program I felt compelled to join
Fun Fact: I have a podcast called The Dream Stream where we interpret dreams.

Name: Ti'Andrea Jones
Role: Graphics Intern at Enterprise Works
Motivation to be a student mentor: I have a passion for helping others and want to act as a support system for my peers. I also want to introduce others to opportunities that will help them grow as professionals.
Fun Fact: My favorite video game is Stardew Valley

Name: Ade Awolola
Role: HR Intern at EnterpriseWorks
Motivation to be a student mentor: I want to be the bridge between the resources on campus and the students. I want to help provide as many resources as possible to help the undergraduates find their way around campus and make them feel welcomed on campus.
Fun Fact: I bartend, Dj, and host events for fun.

Name: Sophie Zucchero
Role: Communications and Social Media at EnterpriseWorks
Motivation to be a student mentor: I am passionate about creating a safe and welcoming space for underrepresented communities in professional settings.
Fun Fact: I love crossword puzzles!

Name: Nikki Yap
Role: Lab Manager at EnterpriseWorks
Motivation to be a student mentor: I have a multitude of amazing experiences as both a mentee and a mentor. It would be extremely fulfilling to see another person succeed in the research world!
Fun Fact: I'm the President of Illini World Taekwondo next year! Also, keep an eye out for my singing YouTube channel coming soon~

Name: Praky Jain
Role: Data & Salesforce Intern at EnterpriseWorks
Motivation to be a student mentor: I want to share and help international and unprecedented culture's students to blend in this amazing university.
Fun Fact: I have 6 beautiful dogs back home. Less humans more doggos!

Name: Yosra Abdulwahid
Role: Special Projects at Enterprise Works
Motivation to be a student mentor: I want to help mentees navigate all things college and career, especially since this can sometimes be a stressful process for first-generation college and/or minority students.
Fun Fact: Apart from my work at the Research Park, I'm an Innovation Engineer & Technology Consultant for the Disruption Lab and a member of Kappa Alpha Pi Professional Pre-Law Fraternity.
Where they are now

Name: Austin Parish
Role: Lab Manager at Enterprise Works
Motivation to be a student mentor: I wanted to be a part of this program because I think it is important to help others reach new heights at all stages of life, even if I am currently climbing the same mountain. I think I can be a good sounding board for a mentee to help get their ideas into actionable items and help them advance their career.
Fun Fact: I am a part of Beta Psi Omega Professional Biology Fraternity and the National Society of Pershing Rifles. 
Where they are now

Name: Prit Delada
Role: Enterprise Research Intern at the State Farm RDC
Motivation to be a student mentor: The reason why I decided to become a mentor with the Pathway to Park program is that I know how important a guiding force can be when trying to develop not just experience and skills but also interest in the career you want to pursue. I didn't have that guiding force when I started, and I hope a program like this changes that for the students to come. ​
Fun Fact:I am a co-founder of Pathway Digital, a business where we help clients with digital advertising and client marketing. ​
Where they are now

Name: Rishi Choudhary
Role: Software Engineering Intern at AARP
Motivation to be a student mentor: I am very grateful for all the tips and guidance I received from some of my upperclassmen friends when I was a freshman and being a mentor for the Path to the Park program gives me the perfect opportunity to give back.
Fun Fact: I am a huge fan of dark chocolate and black coffee!
Where they are now