Biography

Izabelle “Izzy” Mendez's background includes public health research, teaching, mentorship and student support, with experience in health equity, nutrition and community-based initiatives. Izzy has worked as a health equity research analyst at the Association of American Medical Colleges and as a research fellow at NIH/NIMHD, where she supported population health research, data analysis, literature reviews and scientific reporting. At UMD, she also served as a graduate research and teaching assistant and supported food security efforts through the Campus Pantry.

Education

M.S., Nutrition, University of Maryland (2022)
B.S., Nutrition, University of Maryland (2020)
B.S., Biological Sciences: General Biology, University of Maryland (2015)

What I like best about working for CMNS:

In her role with BioFIRE, Izzy is excited to help students feel connected, supported, and confident as they navigate their academic journey at UMD.

In my spare time, I enjoy:

Gardening, Zumba, Bodypump