Meet the Team
Hi! My name is Joshua Arany and I am a rising sophomore aspiring to major in Business on the premed track. I am happy to have been given this opportunity to promote health and wellness at Brandeis as I hope to one day be a doctor. I am passionate about fitness and stress management and have recently become certified as a personal trainer. Outside of BTW, I am a co-founder of Brandeis MMA club, and member of TAMID business club. I also enjoy weightlifting, soccer, MMA, and music.
Hi! My name is Abby Awol, and I’m a first-year student majoring in Biology and Health: Science, Society, and Policy. I’m excited to be part of Bridge to Wellness, where I can help students make healthier choices and prioritize their well-being. I’m originally from Georgia, and outside of BTW, I enjoy working on creative projects at the MakerLab, being a member of the Brandeis African Student Organization, and spending my free time tending to my plants. I’m looking forward to contributing to the well-being of our campus community this year!
Hi! My name is Abby Froyshteter, and I am from Chicago! I am a junior double majoring in Neuroscience and Biology with a minor in HSSP. As a BTW Peer Educator, I am dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where students feel empowered to prioritize their mental health and overall well-being. On campus, I am involved in the a cappella group Up The Octave, the hip-hop dance group KAOS, and the Neuroscience Club. I am also a research assistant in the Jadhav and CARD labs. In my free time, I love playing golf and pickleball, and spending time with my friends and family. I’m excited to serve as a resource for my peers this year!
Hello! My name is Emily Hou, and I'm an aspiring biology major and psychology + HSSP minor. I'm so excited to be part of BTW and contribute to the mission of expanding health and wellness access and awareness on campus and amongst students! I plan to tackle our complex identities' impact on our physical, mental, emotional and general health during my time as a BTW Peer Educator and expand the university's health program to be more accessible and attainable. I'm obsessed with learning about anything medicine and health-related, so feel free to talk to me about that or email me in general. Outside of BTW, I'm part of TSA (Taiwanese Student Association) and I love to play golf, draw, game and gaze at bunnies in my free time!
Hi! My name is Vanessa Langer, and I am a sophomore from Boulder, Colorado majoring in Psychology and Hispanic Studies with a minor in Legal Studies. I’ve always been passionate about helping others and contributing to my community through outreach, and I can’t wait to support my peers at Brandeis in my first year with BTW. Outside of BTW, I am in Brandeis' Mock Trial club and I volunteer with the Waltham Group. In my free time, I enjoy reading, nature walks, and spending time with my friends, family, and pets!
Hi, I'm Yuxuan Li, an international student majoring in Applied Math with a minor in Economics. As a member of the BTW team, I'm excited to support and engage with my peers. And I'm passionate about introducing on-campus resources and promoting wellness in areas such as stress management, drug use, and fitness. In my free time, I enjoy playing basketball and soccer, and I'm also an avid movie enthusiast. If you have any questions or need support, feel free to contact me via email. Let's work together to create a healthy and inclusive wellness community at Brandeis.
Hi! My name is Victoria Mei, and I am a junior majoring in HSSP and minoring in Business. I am passionate about increasing availability and access to health services for everyone, and I aim to provide the best resources I can as a Peer Educator with BTW. Outside of BTW, I am also part of Club Cantonese at Brandeis (C2B) and the Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers (SASE). In my free time, I enjoy drawing and reading. I am excited to help improve the health of our campus community!
Hi! My name is Kenny, and I am from New Jersey! I am a rising sophomore double majoring in HSSP and Hispanic Studies. As a BTW peer educator, I am eager to spread health awareness and wellness throughout Brandeis’s diverse community. On campus, I am also active in Southeast Asia Club and Waltham Group. In my free time, I love learning languages and traveling. I look forward to the opportunity of serving as a resource for my peers throughout this upcoming academic year!