Past Officers

Humanitarian Co-chair
Monica Fortich
Hi AED! My name is Monica Celine Fortich and I’m a Pre-Professional Biology major with a Human Services Minor. This is my second year in college and I am happy to serve as one of your humanitarian officer. My goal after college is to be accepted to medical school and hopefully become a surgeon! For some downtime, I like to work out and play with my niece and dogs! If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me!

Fundraising Officer
Kyler Smith
My name is Kyler Smith. I graduated from UNLV in French in 2016. I knew I wanted to help people and my first career choice did not work out. So I tried medicine and loved it. I’ve decided to pursue Medical School and help all those I can reach. My number one hobby is learning languages. I love languages. I am fluent in Spanish, French, and I know basic Portuguese. I love to hike, play sports like tennis and soccer. I love to run. I accept any challenges in ping-pong.

Fundraising Officer
Omar Jalali
Hello AED, my name is Omar Jalali, and I am happy to be serving as an officer in the Fundraising Committee. I am a Biology major, and I want to go to Dental School after I graduate. When I am not doing academic related activities, I like to spend time with family/friends, hike, watch Netflix, and go to concerts. I look forward to working with you guys at Fundraising events. If you guys have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me.

Fundraising Officer
Michael Zbiegen
Hey, everyone! My name is Michael Zbiegien, and I am a Biology Major with a Psychology minor planning on going to medical school. I plan on graduating Spring 2019 and apply in the same year. In my free time, I like to watch movies, binge Netflix, and dance bachata. If you see me on campus feel free to say hi or ask me any questions you may have about fundraising!

Fundraising Co-chair
Keeley Adams
Hello, my name is Keeley. I’m majoring in pre-professional Biology with a minor in Psychology like most you. I am pursuing medical school and will be applying in 2018. Whenever I have free time (which is almost never), I like to play video games, listen to music, and watch anime. You’ll see me around campus, volunteering at events, or at the fundraisers. Feel free to say hi!

Executive Board Communications Director
Ginger Mcnamara

Executive Board Historian
Jordan Afaga

Executive Board Webmaster
Brandon Barrett

Executive Board Treasurer
Jianbang (Andy) Luo

Animal Welfare Chair
Sarah Mirjavadi
Hello! My name is Sarah Mirjavadi and I was born here in Vegas. I am a biology major who plans on becoming a Veterinarian. I wish to work with small and exotic animals! I really like to watch Korean dramas on my free time. You can catch me in the library most of the time since I study and work there. I look forward to getting to know everyone through the Heaven Can Wait Cat Clinic!

Fundraising Officer
Anthony Chang
Whats up AED fam! Im Anthony Chang, and I am a Biology major with a Psychology minor. I was born in Las Vegas, Nevada, and I have never left; I am a true local. I’m excited to be your new treasurer and support this awesome organization. My hobbies are volunteering with AED, fundraising for AED, and attending AED meetings. My motto is AED for life, and until the next life!

Professional Development Officer
Mary McDonouh
Hi, AED! My name is Mary McDonough and I am majoring in Biology with a minor in psychology with hopes of becoming a doctor. I was born and raised in Las Vegas, and in my free time, I love to explore our city, read, find new restaurants, and travel. I always like meeting new people, so feel free to say hi!

Dental Co-chair
Lea San Luis
Hello AED! My name is Lea San Luis, I am kinesiology major and will be graduating this semester, Spring 2018! Along with my Bachelor degree requirements, I have been completing my prerequisites for dentistry, so I hopefully I will be attending dental school in the near future. In my free time I like to go to the gym, hangout with friends, go out to eat, get desserts, and attend music festivals & art events. I am very excited to be on board with the dental committee for my last semester as an undergrad and thrilled to be a part of the AED family!

Dental Co-chair
Philip Punzalan
Hello everyone! My name is Philip Punzalan. I am majoring in biology along with a minor in business administration. My ultimate career goal is to hopefully become an orthodontist. I spend my free time playing basketball and hanging out with friends. I always look forward to meeting new people so you’re more than welcome to approach me if you see me around!

Humanitarian Officer
Noam Dadon
Hi guys! My name is Noam Dadon and I am a junior majoring in Pre-Professional biology, and minoring in Addictions Treatment. I plan on graduating fall 2018, and hopefully going to medical school after. I LOVE traveling (Thailand has been my favorite place so far) and baking desserts from “Tasty” videos. If you ever want to complain about Shonda Rhimes ruining your life through Grey’s Anatomy, I am your girl. I can’t wait to see you all at events! 🙂