Meet Jonah

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Jonah Wachs

Physiology and Medical Sciences - Student Ambassador

Hometown

Scottsdale, AZ

My Journey with the Physiology and Medical Sciences Program

One of the biggest aspects I have loved about being a part of the PSIO department here at U of A has been the community and family I have built within the program. Coming in as a Business major my first semester freshman year, I did not have much clarity of where I wanted to go in life and what career field I felt passionate about. After switching to the PSIO major, I immediately fell in love with all this program offered me. Through PSIO, I have been connected with mentors, faculty, and countless opportunities that have helped me figure out where my passions truly lie and inspired me to pursue my dreams.

Academic & Career Goals

Apply to medical school and specialize in cardiovascular physiology.

On- and Off-Campus Involvement

President - Street Medicine Tucson

Senior Lead Ambassador - Physiology Ambassador Program

Board Member - Comprehensive Education Center for the College of Medicine - Tucson

Volunteer - Banner's Emergency Department 

Volunteer - Harmony Hospice

Physiology Honors Academy

PATH Mentor - W.A. Franke Honors College

Marketer - The A Center

Honors Thesis w/ Dr. Cindy Rankin

Ask Me About

Networking and getting involved here at the University of Arizona, Department of Physiology, and finding opportunities!