My name is Shusanta and I am very excited to be a part of the Frank Fellows Program! I am majoring in Computer Science and one of my major goals in life is to work/create something with SpaceX. I am an avid soccer fan and love to eat street food. A fun fact about me is that I was born in Nepal!

My name is Kenneth Eversole, a junior in Computer Science. To give you a little history of myself, I grew up in a small poor riverboat town in Southern Illinois in an equally small and poor family. Being born into these circumstances has given me the drive to better the world around me. This drive has already allowed me to make an impact at Washington State University in various ways.  When I am not working part time at SEL, going to school, or pouring time into the club I co-founded, Cougs in Space, I try to follow my favorite hockey team the St. Louis Blues.

My name is Paige Ford and I am in my Junior year of Bioengineering at Washington State University.  Belfair, Washington, a small town on the tip of the hood canal, is where I was born and raised. My home has been in the family for over 4 decades and I always enjoy going home to visit.  Before attending university, I was enrolled in both culinary arts school and community college.  Through those two endeavors, I made it out with my Associate of Science degree leading up to the continuation of my education through WSU’s Bioengineering program.  Because of my background, I have a running joke about engineering being my back up plan the moment I decided being a chef wasn’t for me.  Since coming to WSU, I have experienced many facets of life that have allowed me to grow as an individual—I was elected the president of the Biomedical Engineering Society for 2017 and have joined a research group on campus. Through the Frank Fellows program, I am hoping to learn invaluable skills necessary to fabricate and market new biotechnology.  I believe that biotechnology is crucial to today’s society, and I want to be among the first people to make my mark on this rapidly growing field.

I'm Aidan Garcia, and I'm a Chemical engineering major. I'm passionate about learning new things, and using that knowledge to create. At home I spend a lot of time in the shop, but here at school I have to limit myself to math, books, and programming. I still enjoy physical manifestations of the principles we're learning, and as such, I'm one of the few people in my generation who owns a slide rule.

My name is TJ Goble and I am working towards a major in Neuroscience and a minor in Business Economics. I am from the California Bay Area. I am passionate about on going work in biotechnology, and pharmaceutical development. One fun fact about me is, I have a twin brother who goes to the University of Alabama. 

Genevieve M. Harvey is a current senior at the Edward R. Murrow College of Communication at Washington State University. She is pursuing a double major in Science Communication and Multimedia Journalism. Genevieve is a non-traditional student who began seeking her bachelor’s degree at the age of twenty-four. As a non-traditional student she has learned that working closely with academic advisors, professors, and teaching assistants is key to finding opportunities and being successful in her course work and beyond. Her interests include microbiology, academic research writing, grant writing, and pop culture.  As a recipient of the Harold Frank Engineering Entrepreneurship Internship she is most looking forward to collaborating with students across various disciplines.

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Ian McDonald is starting his 4th year at Washington State University, pursuing a double degree in Economic Sciences and Business Administration. Along with the work he does for the ASCC, Ian is a Carson College of Business Ambassador, and Academic Chair for Alpha Kappa Psi which is a co-ed professional fraternity on campus. He has personal interests in Big Data and its uses in statistical analysis as well as machine learning.  When he’s not doing homework, he spends time on his Taekwondo class, fitness, or his friends.

Lars is a junior in bioengineering who grew up in Pullman, Washington. He currently works as both a Student Ambassador for the Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture and an Undergraduate Researcher in Dr. Haluk Beyenal’s lab at WSU where he studies antibiotic resistance. Lars completed his high school education in Gothenburg, Sweden where he received his International Baccalaureate. Afterwards, his love for discovery led him to study abroad for eight months during his second year at WSU in the coastal city of Alicante, Spain.  Lars speaks both Swedish and Spanish, and most recently spent the last summer working in Kaiserslautern, Germany as a research intern. In his free time, Lars enjoys restoring his 25 foot wooden sailboat.

My name is Kaitlin Pankratz, and I am a third year bioengineering student. I hope to use bioengineering and entrepreneurship together to create innovative solutions to the world’s medical dilemmas. My current career interests include clinical engineering, or perhaps developing and making medical technology available to those without access to medical technology or treatment. My ultimate goal is to improve people’s lives make the world a better place. I am from a small rural town near Mount St. Helens, and my hobbies include dancing, playing tennis, photography, and exploring the outdoors. A fun fact about me is that I have been a Girl Scout since the second grade.

Third year Software Engineer who is passionate about making a difference in the field. Looking to gain business experience in the technology industry. I see artificial intelligence, which utilizes machine learning and augmented reality, as the future of computing. I follow tutorials and do projects on these in conjunction with my coursework in Software Engineering. The potential business applications in the future are infinite and I want to be a part of that. 

Rahul.singal@wsu.edu | 425-922-9261

I am a Carson College of Business Student Ambassador and Academic Success and Career Center Peer Tutor for Economics. As an International student pursuing a double major in Economic Science and Management Information Systems, I have an interest in business analytics and computing. Through my leadership roles on campus, including my work as Team Economist for the Global Case Competition, I have developed strong communication and creative problem solving skills. Outside of academics, I enjoy swimming and jogging as well as volunteering in the Pullman community,in activities such as the Pullman Stream Clean-Up.

I’ve been working in Strategic Communication for almost ten years as a freelancer and I love project management. Although not a Pullman-native, I come from a family of Cougs. I’m originally from Everett, Washington and lived there until moving to Pullman for school. I’m a Junior at Washington State University working towards a degree in Strategic Communication with an emphasis in Public Relations. In addition to the major, I’m working towards a minor in Computer Science and Entrepreneurship. My experience is in photography, videography, and digital content promotion. I also own a small business called Weholt Creative and have worked with countless non-profits and businesses to help tell their stories. In my communication career, I hope to tell stories through public relations as an entrepreneur. I love visual storytelling and see a need for that in the public relations industry.

Major:  Computer Science, specialization in artificial intelligence

Ambitions/passions: I care a lot about the implications of technology, which aligns with my interest in a career in software engineering/product development. It was my past two internships at the Los Angeles Times as an editorial intern and then project lead intern where I gained an appreciation for the intersection of human-computer interaction, civic engagement, and technology. To be able to do similar work as the Google News Lab or Washington Post software engineering team would be a dream.

Fun Fact: I was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, and so my first semester at Wazzu (Fall 2016) was the first time I'd ever seen snow in my life!

Hannah Zmuda is a third-year Bioengineering student with a minor in Chinese. She hails from Bellevue, WA and greatly enjoys hiking and skiing on that side of the pass. Along with the typical schoolwork of a junior engineer, she also works in the Biofilms Engineering Research group. In the future, she hopes to do medical-related research and develop products to improve and benefit the field. In her free time, she likes to ski, hike, and listen to funny science jokes.

• Seeking: Mentorship that assists in gaining more knowledge about entrepreneurship, clean energy & space sectors, and how to network.

• Learning: Chemical engineering & fuel cells.

bardya.banihashemi@wsu.edu | 425-442-2138

• Seeking: Internships, jobs, research opportunities, network with companies, etc.

• Learning: Resident advisor, resident technology assistant, Honors College Facilitator, research work in Center for Materials Research at WSU.

parth.chandak@gmail.com | 425-898-3101

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munyaradzi.chiro@wsu.edu | 206-941-4086

• Seeking: A greater knowledge in entrepreneurship and how it interacts with international operations.

• Learning: Double major in Innovation and Change & International Business.

ryan.fick@wsu.edu | 360-689-7682

• Seeking: Big Data in accounting, and data analytics skills.

• Learning: Accounting & MIS, CPA track.

avery.frank@wsu.edu | 509-954-8890

• Seeking: Software, web development, AI, and UX design skills.

• Learning: Programming, C, C++

shrunga.malavalli@wsu.edu | 509-339-3585

• Seeking: Networking skills, how to create a successful business plan, professional experience, opportunities in PR.

• Learning: Entrepreneurial skills, business plan strategies, how to work with people with a variety of background (engineers, etc.).

Isabella.nicosia@wsu.edu | 916-502-2770

• Seeking: Opportunities for real world computer science experience.

• Learning: C++, C#, Python, Regular Languages, professional tools for software development.

Jackson.peven@wsu.edu | 509-850-6257

• Seeking: Developing online networks for college entrepreneurs, e-commerce and the optimization of online marketplaces.

• Learning: Accounting (financial), how to monetize a social media website.

falmata.seid@gmail.com | 206-697-3953

• Seeking: Artificial intelligence and machine learning.

• Learning: Computer science structures and algorithms. Recently, Linux.

Joshua.shepherd@wsu.edu | 360-600-5625

• Seeking: An internship in the late night comedy industry.

• Learning: Broadcast production in the Edward R. Murrow College of Communication.

jake.t.sirianni@gmail.com | 425-367-9503

• Seeking: Internships, particularly in mechanical-software interface systems, mechatronics, robotics. Interested in automated structural assessment, support, and repair systems.

• Learning: Robotics design and development, mechanical software interface systems, mechanical systems design, sensor system design, software design.

Brandon.townsend@wsu.edu | 925-826-7816

• Seeking: Mentorship; knowledge in networking, renewable clean energy, and elevator pitches.

• Learning: Chemical engineering, business.

kevin.wolfrom@wsu.edu | 253-249-8368

• Seeking: New perspectives and networking into the tech sector. Help in defining a specific path into satellite technology and the space sector.

• Learning: Political science, economics.

Andrew.zou@wsu.edu | 206-432-0650

I transferred to Washington State University in January 2015 from the University of Alaska Anchorage and decided to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Previously I had not yet decided on a major and attended the University of Alaska Anchorage because I wanted to stay in my hometown. Through my experience there I realized my growing interest for engineering and the career field surrounding it. After taking a semester off of school and moving to East Wenatchee, Washington for work, I finally decided to apply to Washington State and work toward my dream.

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I joined the Harold Frank Entrepreneurship Institute by first joining the Technology Ventures class spring of 2016. Although unconventional, I was not quite prepared at the time to apply directly for the program, but I had been interested in joining since my first semester in spring 2015. I spoke with Dr. Howard Davis about joining the class despite my status and figured that even if I was not eventually accepted into the program, I would benefit from the course and learn more about innovation and entrepreneurship. At the same time, I decided to begin pursuing a minor in Business Administration because of my growing interest in pairing my engineering experience with a foundational knowledge of business.

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I have now been accepted into the Harold Frank Fellows 2018 cohort and share a special relationship with the 2017 cohort because of my experience with the technology ventures course. I am a TA for Dr. Howard Davis currently and assist in reaching out within the organization to create a more cohesive network of alumni and student relationships. I work on campus with the 2017 cohort in order to integrate our goals for the program in building a strong, defined club and increasing involvement across the board. I will get to know the 2018 cohort in the process until I am in class with them next year. I am also Vice President of the Society of Women Engineers on campus and I plan on graduating in spring of 2019.

kiera.rust@wsu.edu | 907-354-7882

• Seeking: Seeking mentorship and internship opportunities related to entrepreneurial law, particularly in the field of environmental technology.

• Learning: Financial planning and networking skills

alyssa.norris@wsu.edu | 907-322-4502

• Seeking: Corporate strategy exposure or working opportunity

• Learning: Management and design development of AI systems, as well as how to lead a profitable corporate board of directors while serving as Chairman of Students Book Corporation.

brian.bickel@wsu.edu

• Seeking: An opportunity to provide value to an organization through the usage of marketing, communication, and management principles.

• Learning: How to effectively manage a team of 6 digital designers in the Carson College of Business Office of Technology at Washington State University.

• Designer and Director of this newsletter

bowkerjayden@gmail.com | 509-595-0224

• Seeking: Seeking a full time position in a start up tech company related to aerospace or a social entrepreneurship venture.

• Learning: Business acumen, communication/ soft skills, developing knowledge surrounding the developing world, and developing the entrepreneurial mindset.

victor.charoonsophansak@gmail.com | 907-230-9836

• Seeking: Internship opportunities for 2017 & networking opportunities.

• Learning: Business skills, communication, presentation

kaylcoulston@gmail.com

• Seeking: Seeking involvement and applicable experience for internships post college.

• Learning: Interdisciplinary teamwork learning with business and engineering.

lilja.jonsson@wsu.edu

• Seeking: Seeking work experience in NGO organization

• Learning: Interdisciplinary teamwork, and management. Solar/net-zero home systems design and development

annalise.miller@wsu.edu

• Seeking: Mentor for professional development in a technical field.

• Learning: Financial modeling, chemical process modeling.

daniel.g.mortensen@wsu.edu | 425-387-6759

• Seeking: Internship working in manufacturing during the summer of 2017.

• Learning: Agile design with manufacturing applications.

ryanpitzer@gmail.com | 509-432-1002

• Seeking: Mentorship opportunities with regards to technology in entrepreneurship

• Learning: Networking, conflict resolution skills, computer programming skills, financial investment skills.

garvinprice@gmail.com | 206-676-2353

• Seeking: Seeking mentorship and work experience in data analytics and technology

• Learning: Teamwork, entrepreneurism, and networking

eliana.rodriguez@wsu.edu

• Seeking: an opportunity to grow my network with contacts experienced in digital marketing.

• Learning: how to apply Marketing and PR Tactics within a large organization framework.

emily.tran@wsu.edu

• Seeking: Biomechanical learning opportunities.

• Learning: Teamwork & communication skills

roslynvansickle@gmail.com | 509-295-1248

• Seeking: Guidance from you, the advisers. Guidance through my final year as an undergrad and beyond.

• Learning: How to manage and run a business by digging into market research, collaborating with others, and much more!

zackwalters@gmail.com | 734-765-4927

• Seeking: Internship opportunities for summer 2017. Networking with professionals.

• Learning: Business skills, economics, and team work

jakeyates@gmail.com