Alumni

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Meet Amy Romanauski - Alumni Spotlight

University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR) alum Amy Romanauski says the university’s close-knit community and strong faculty support set the foundation for her path into medical sociology.

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Fueled by Curiosity: A Journey to Transplant Medicine

Guided by compassion, curiosity and care, Sara Abbas ’23 begins her PA fellowship in transplant medicine after graduating from UMR’s 3+2 program. Discover how her UMR experience prepared her for this next chapter.

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Meet Rachel Okeleye - Alumni Spotlight

Rachel Okeleye chose the University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR) for its tight‑knit learning environment and access to Mayo Clinic. As someone who values close relationships, Rachel appreciated the small classes, which allowed her to thrive and  UMR’s close proximity to Mayo Clinic helped her gain high‑quality experiences, resources and connections as a pre‑med student.

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Rooted in Service, Growing in Resilience

Serena Handrick ’24 discovered her calling in public health at UMR — and now she’s coaching, tutoring and serving her community with heart. Her story is one of resilience, mentorship and embracing the unknown.

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Meet Alysia Vu - Alumni Spotlight

Drawn to the University of Minnesota Rochester’s (UMR) strong emphasis on health sciences and the opportunity to explore a range of health care careers, Alysia Vu ’19, found a place where she could learn, connect and grow professionally.

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Meet Prim Tanwongsval - Alumni Spotlight

Prim Tanwongsval ’24 began her journey at the University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR) driven by a passion for health care and the promise of opportunities through the university’s connection to Mayo Clinic. 

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Gifts Come in Many Forms

Wendy and Larry Shannon leave a legacy at UMR through their contributions of time, scholarships and now a planned gift.

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Meet Pal Koak - Alumni Spotlight

The make-it-your-own feel and the proximity to Mayo Clinic is what drew Pal Koak ‘23 to the University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR). “It was a no-brainer for me to apply to UMR,” shared Koak. 

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