Executive Board
The MFCNS Student Executive Board works closely with the Director, creating and implementing social and professional development programming for the entire membership. Any member can apply to serve and, if selected, would take on this leadership position for the entirety of the academic year. Applications for new members typically occurs during the Spring semester.
Sophia Trapani
Hi! My name is Sophia, I am from New York City, and I am so excited to be your Executive Mentoring Coordinator for the 2026-2027 academic year! I am a senior studying Biology and Society in CALS, and I am particularly interested in the intersections of health, policy, and law. On campus, I am the Treasurer for the Cornell Women’s Club Rugby Team, one of the Captains for the Cornell Speech Team, and the Director of Elections for the Cornell Student Assembly. When not in class, I enjoy being outdoors, climbing, listening to music, and hanging out with friends.
For me, the best part about Meinig is the connections that I have made along my four years in the program. As a member of the Executive Board, I strive to facilitate those same connections for each class in the Meinig program. I look forward to getting to work with the talented students and faculty who engage with the Meinig Scholars program!
Aryan Rajput
Hi! My name is Aryan, and I am excited to serve as the Chair of the Executive Board for the 2026-27 academic year. I am a senior from the Washington, DC area studying Human Biology, Health, and Society, while pursuing a minor in Health Policy. I am most interested in learning about the tangible ways that societal systems and structures affect our health. I am involved with several clubs on campus, including the Prison Reform and Education Project, Planned Parenthood Generation Action, and Cornell Minds Matter. In my free time, I enjoy bouldering and road tripping.
I am grateful to the Meinig program for the opportunities it has given me to learn new perspectives and gain new experiences, whether it is through my peers or experienced leaders on campus. My vision for the Executive Board is to help scholars learn the skills that will help them to be leaders through service in their communities. I am excited to spend more time with all of you and create meaningful memories!
Rayanna Northgrave
Hello! My name is Rayanna Northgrave. I am currently a senior in CALS studying Food Science. I am from sunny Southern California. I am deeply passionate about all things food. I went to culinary school for four years and fell in love with the art behind the things we eat. I enjoy learning about sustainability and ways we can grow the food industry while keeping the world a clean place. One of the best things about being a part of the Meinig Scholars is the fact that every person is passionate about something different. I have learned numerous new things just from my fellow peers. I look forward each year to being a Meinig because there are always new opportunities to grow, network, and become a well-rounded person. I hope that I can offer a helping hand to any dedicated student who is looking for opportunities to expand their leadership skills.
Cooper Schwartz
Hello! My name is Cooper Schwartz and I am a junior in the College of Arts & Sciences majoring in Information Science with a concentration in Data Science. I’m from Milwaukee, Wisconsin and have enjoyed finding community at Cornell. On campus, I am Vice President of Cornell Technology Consulting, play in a local hockey league, and spend a lot of time enjoying pickleball and ping pong with friends.
Being a Meinig Scholar has been one of the most impactful parts of my Cornell experience. It has connected me with driven people and given me the opportunity to be part of the Executive Mentoring Program, where I’ve learned a lot about leadership through real, honest conversations with campus leaders. I’m especially excited to create programming for Meinig Scholars that is not only meaningful, but also welcoming and genuinely fun, so that members feel more connected to one another and to the broader Cornell community.
Grace Chen
Hi! My name is Grace, and I am a member of the Class of 2028 studying Biology on the pre-med track. I am currently doing research in the Roeder Lab, where I study iron homeostasis and reactive oxygen species (ROS) balance in Arabidopsis. Outside of research, I serve as the National Director of Outreach for Voices of Equity and as the Policy and Practices Subteam Lead for Cornell iGEM. In my free time, I enjoy spending time outdoors and drawing.
I'm excited to get to know everyone joining Meinig this year, continue working with current scholars, and help make the Meinig community a meaningful and welcoming experience for everyone!
Samuel Indermaur
Hi! My name is Sam Indermaur, and I am a senior studying Industrial and Labor Relations from Raleigh, North Carolina. I am passionate about labor rights and studying the causes of and potential solutions to wealth inequality in the United States. I am involved in several on-campus clubs, including the undergraduate Moot Court, the Prison Reform Education Project, and as a Botanic Gardens Ambassador. I also serve as a research assistant at The Worker Institute. More often than not, however, you can find me cooped up in the halls of Ives late into the night. The Meinig Scholars program has afforded me numerous opportunities—my absolute favorite being Executive Mentoring. I am thrilled to be part of the Executive Board because I have the opportunity to serve a program that has given me so much. I look forward to deepening my connections with past, current, and future Meinigs!
Suri Wang
Hi! My name is Suri Wang, and I am a sophomore from New York City in CALS. I’m majoring in Biology and Society, on the pre-med track. More specifically, I am passionate about the social determinants of health, as well as youth education. On campus, I am involved in other organizations such as Rho Psi Eta, Cornell EARS, Thread Magazine, and The Wardrobe.
Being a part of the Meinig program has allowed me to gain valuable connections and friendships with both faculty and peers. The diversity of backgrounds among Meinig scholars has taught me how leaders in various communities can show up for and support others. I’m excited to help even more students make an impact!
Hawon Kook
Hi! My name is Hawon, a junior in the College of Arts & Sciences studying Biological Sciences. I have always been drawn to serving others and building meaningful connections, which has shaped my passion for healthcare and medicine. I am especially interested in the intersection of science and community, and how they can work together to make a positive impact.
Being a Meinig Scholar has been one of the most meaningful parts of my Cornell experience. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to connect with people from diverse backgrounds, build relationships with inspiring mentors, and gain new perspectives through the program. One of my favorite parts of Meinig is meeting people who are passionate about different fields and learning from the unique perspectives and leadership experiences they bring. These conversations have challenged me to think more deeply about leadership and the ways we can make a meaningful impact. As a member of the Executive Board, I hope to contribute to the same welcoming and supportive community that has meant so much to me, where every scholar feels encouraged to grow, connect, and make the most of their Meinig experience. I look forward to an amazing year with everyone!