About Me

My name is Annika Diaz, I am from Upland, California, a small city about forty minutes east of Los Angeles. I am a second-year student at OSU in the Biological Sciences Scholars program and am studying Animal Biosciences, on the Pre-Vet track. After undergrad, I hope to pursue a DVM/Ph.D. dual degree program. My current career goal is to work at an academic institution where I am able to actively conduct research while also being directly involved with the veterinary medicine field.

Throughout high school, my goals were solidified through my service at both a horse rescue rehabilitation ranch and a humane society on mission trips. These experiences made me realize that there is so much need for passionate people to be the voices and care for helpless animals. I enjoy combining my passion for the care of animals with service and plan on being involved in service-driven organizations. I am also interested in undergraduate research and study abroad opportunities. I would like to study abroad in either Australia or South Africa.

In my time at OSU I have been a part of several organizations through the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, including, Morrill Scholars, Tri-P, and Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation in STEM (LSAMP). All of the programs have empowered me to actively pursue my goals and ambitions here at Ohio State, as they provide an abundance of resources and opportunities for minorities. In addition to this, I am a member of Animal Science Community Alliance and Romophos Sophomore Class Honorary. These positions have allowed me to increase my leadership skills and have fun interacting with fellow residents.