Latia Tanner is a first year undergraduate student in the College of Engineering. As well as being a STEM Exploration and Engagement scholar, Latia is a member of the Morrill Scholars Program and PREFACE Program. Under the three aforementioned programs she is able to successfully pursue a degree in biomedical engineering. Post-undergraduate degree, she hopes to attain a medical degree with which she will use to engage in cancer-based technological research. Outside of her academic and professional life, Latia participates in CHAARG, an all women student organization that promotes female empowerment through physical activity. Her passions include running long distances, reading at all hours, and hot yoga in the early mornings.