Shannon Terek '17

Major: Biology
Concentration: Biochemistry

I am currently a licensed genetic counselor (GC) at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's (CHOP) Center for Applied Genomics (CAG). In this position, I work as a laboratory/research GC where I work with physicians and families trying to find new connections between genetics and disease. Most recently, I've worked with pharmacogenetics and polygenic risk scores. When I'm not talking about genetics, I can be found exploring Philadelphia, hiking, reading, and spending time with my cat.

Favorite Class

Cancer Biology and Genetics.

Fondest WC Memory

Meeting some of my best friends, being a peer mentor, leading Caring for Kids.

Advice

Don't be afraid to join any and all organizations while at Washington College.