BOARD BIOS
Below you can find out more information about the HOSA Executive Board.
Madison Barnes
Co-President
Hey!! I’m a senior from Sussex, WI, and I’m majoring in Molecular and Cell Biology with a BioCore certificate. I plan on going to medical school to become a pathologist, which is a behind-the-scenes doctor that uses a microscope to diagnose diseases. In my free time, I like to read and write poetry and take care of my plants. A fun fact about me is that I’m working on publishing a poetry book!
Sophia Makarewycz
Co-President
Hi HOSA! My name is Sophia Makarewycz, and I’m from the San Francisco Bay Area. I am a senior majoring in nursing and I currently work as a nursing assistant on a pediatric oncology unit. I hope to become a pediatric nurse after graduation, and possibly go back to school to become a Nurse Practitioner in the future. In my free time, I love to go on walks, grab coffee, spend time outside, and hang out with friends.
Emmy Parks
Vice President
Hi everyone! My name is Emmy Parks and I am from Bristol, WI. I’m majoring in Molecular and Cell Biology with honors in the major and a certificate in Biocore. Also, I’m currently doing breast cancer research! My goal is to obtain an MD/PhD, potentially with a focus on gyn-onc. This will allow me to combine my passion for interacting with and treating patients with my love of deeper learning behind the science of cancer and therapeutics. In my free time, I love to go on runs, check out different coffee shops, and spend time with my loved ones.
Laci Martinson
Secretary
Hi everyone! I’m Laci and I’m a senior majoring in Neurobiology and Psychology on a pre-med track. I currently work at University Hospital as a CNA on the inpatient trauma unit. In my free time I enjoy reading, hiking, and traveling during breaks! A fun fact about me is that I had two hip surgeries in high school. Definitely inspiring me to pursue a career in medicine!
Alayna Aulwes
Treasurer
Hey HOSA! My name is Alayna Aulwes, and I’m from Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. I am a sophomore majoring in Biology and Global Health, hoping to get into medical school and work as an anesthesiologist! For the past three years, I have worked as a CNA in my hometown, and I look forward to experiencing the pathway to become a physician in anesthetics! In my free time, I love to read, drink chai tea, go on walks, and play pickleball with my friends!
Maddie Harris
Fundrasing Chair
Hey everyone! My name is Maddie, and I’m a senior majoring in Neurobiology with certificates in Global Health & European Studies. My goal is to become a physician, and I am interested in Oncology & Emergency Medicine. Currently, I work in the IMCU at Meriter and am doing research in a Human Oncology lab at WIMR. In my free time I like to binge watch Netflix, hangout with my friends, and spend time outside!
Becca Kaminski
Professional Development Chair
Hey HOSA! My name is Becca Kaminski and I am a senior studying Kinesiology, with a certificate in Athletic Healthcare. I plan on going to medical School to become a Sports Medicine Physician. I currently work in the Neurology unit at Meriter as a CNA and am also doing Biochemistry research with the Brunold group. In my free time I love to read, spend time with friends/family, and go hiking!
Libby Krinke
ACHS Chair
Hello everyone! My name is Libby Krinke and I am a Senior from Buffalo, Minnesota. I am working on my Bachelor of Science in Neurobiology, with a certificate in the Health and the Humanities. I want to go to medical school after graduating, with great interest in anesthesiology and dermatology! I love working both as a General Medicine CNA at Meriter Hospital and as a Clinical Labs Office Assistant at UW Health Hospital. I am also a part of the Boly Lab team in the Department of Neurology and get the opportunity to work with epilepsy patients! My favorite things outside of school and medicine include iced coffee, workout classes, traveling, and being with my friends and family.
Maddy Conway
Community Outreach Chair
Hi everyone! My name is Maddy Conway, and I’m from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I’m currently a sophomore majoring in pre-nursing with a certificate in global health. My ultimate career goal is to become a Nurse Anesthetist. I have worked as a CNA in my hometown for the past three years at a Rehabilitation Hospital. In my free time I love spending time with friends and family, watching movies, hiking, and reading!
Rin Ma
Social Chair
Hey everyone! My name is Rin Ma, a Junior but technically a senior since this is my last year, and I’m from Naperville, Il (near Chicago). I’m majoring in Biology with a honors in the major and a certificate in art and Biocore. I’m currently working on a thesis in melanoma research and a skin analysis startup, as well as some medical illustration publications. After graduating I hope to go into medical school with a specialty in dermatology! I’ve worked as a pharmacy technician and CNA in the past, but I’m trying out being a medical assistant this year which I am excited about! In my free time I love to draw, cook, and play games!