Melissa is a dedicated young woman who loves hiking and playing sports. She spent eight years in the foster care system, moving between various placements and group homes. That time in her life was incredibly challenging, but Melissa is proud of the person she has become today. In her free time, she enjoys art and reading. She has a strong interest in psychiatry, having previously engaged in clinical research, and she aims to pursue it as a future career. Melissa values building connections with others and hopes to give back to her community in any way she can.