Bria is a Biology major with a minor in Leadership at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities on the pre-dental track. She is interested in studying inflammation and immune responses in the oral cavity to better understand the conditions she will treat as a dentist. She plans to build a career in dentistry focused on providing thoughtful care and creating positive experiences for her patients. Outside of academics, she volunteers at M Health Fairview Masonic Children’s Hospital and works as an unlicensed dental assistant. In her free time, she enjoys staying active, reading, crafting, and spending time with friends and family.