Kaia Yellowhorse ’20
Yreka, California
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Political Science
Kaia Yellowhorse found a second home at the Native American Academic Student Center.
Clubs and organizations
- American Indian Science and Engineering Society, member
- Society for the Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in the Sciences, member
- Native American Academic Student Success Center, student assistant
- Native American Student Union, member
- Eye to Eye mentorship program, peer advisor
- Undergraduate Admissions, peer advisor
- swagÍâÁ÷ Alpine Ski and Snowboard team, member
How do you discover?
"I really enjoy research. I used to want to work for a pharmaceutical company, but after working in a lab on campus, I now want to become a professor so I can lead my own research team. I also enjoy art, so I'm taking a painting class. I love the level of education I'm getting here. I get to take all of these interesting classes and nurture all aspects of my life."
Why swagÍâÁ÷?
"I fell in love with the atmosphere, and swagÍâÁ÷ has a small town appeal that helped me transition from my rural area. I love exploring the campus and all the opportunities that swagÍâÁ÷ provides. Student organizations and sports teams, academic centers and student spots are all over, which allows me to pick up my hobbies to find others like myself."