About Us | Associated Students of the Graduate Division

The purpose of the ASGD shall be to create a community for graduate students, to represent the needs of the diverse body of graduate students, to advocate for student rights and interests, and to promote career and professional development for students.

Welcome 2026-2027 ASGD Executive Board members

President - Jared Khan & Ipsa Mittra

Jared Khan

Hi, I’m Jared! I am a fourth-year PhD student in the PSPG program studying the genetics of dementia in the Yokoyama Lab. While waiting for my code to finish running, I sneak away to climb, bike, run, surf, and play guitar and banjo. I’m thrilled to get to lead our ASGD Board alongside Thaybeth, where together we strive to create a welcoming and holistic community for all our fellow UCSF graduate students. If you have any questions/comments/ideas, I’m always available at [email protected]!

Ipsa Mittra

I'm a third-year PhD student in the BMI program and am currently in the Hollenbach lab. I'm looking forward to connecting ASGD to alumni and other professional UCSF students through my role as co-president this year! Outside of school, I'm interested in pottery, volunteering, and reading. Feel free to reach out at [email protected]!

Vice President - Nanase Toda

Nanase Toda:

I am a PhD candidate in the Pharmaceutical Sciences and Pharmacogenomics (PSPG) program at UCSF. Through my service in ASGD, I am committed to nurturing an inclusive environment among graduate students that fosters a sense of community. In my spare time, I enjoy experimenting with new recipes I see on TikTok.

Treasurers - Allison Wang & Chris Thompson

Capra Lab Members

Allison Wang

I’m a fourth year graduate student in Capra Lab. Outside of lab, I love taking ballet classes, trying new baking recipes, and exploring local museums. I’m excited to continue to serve as ASGD Co-Treasurer this year – feel free to reach out if you have question about ASGD Travel Awards and RCO funding opportunities!

Chris Thompson

I am a PhD candidate in the Biological and Medical Informatics (BMI) program in the Yang and Goodarzi labs. As one of the co-treasurers, I'm excited to continue working with Allison on allocating funds, disbursing reimbursements for clubs and travel awards, and ensuring the health of the ASGD treasury. In my free time I go to a glassblowing studio and make small-batch ice cream.

Public Affairs - Christine Wan & Sydney Figueroa

Christine Wan

My name is Christine Wan, and I am a third year PhD candidate in the Pharmaceutical Sciences and Pharmacogenomics program at the Savic Lab, conducting research pertaining to pharmacometrics. I’m excited about fostering a culture of mentorship and connecting multiple generations of UCSF trainees as a public affairs representative working with GPAA. Outside of school, I enjoy doing pottery and Pilates as well as crocheting, hiking, and baking in my free time!

Sydney Figueroa

Hi, I’m Sydney, a 3rd year in the CCB program. I’m part of the student affairs team, and this is my second year serving on the ASGD council. I’m passionate about mentoring, outreach, and advocating for others. Feel free to reach out to me at [email protected]!

Student Affairs - Isobel Beasley & Talia Delambre

Isobel Beasley

I’m a third-year Biological and Medical Informatics (BMI) PhD student in the Torgerson/Hernandez Lab. As an ASGD council member, I hope to help strengthen the graduate student community and advocate for students within and beyond my program. Outside of the lab, I enjoy wildlife photography, hiking, drawing, and science blogging. Feel free to reach out at [email protected]!

Talia Delambre

Ph.D. Student in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Pharmacogenetics

Publicity, Digital Media & Communications - Ashvin Ravi & Yassine Chouikh

Capra Lab Members

Ashvin Ravi

Hi, I'm Ashvin! I'm a fourth year PhD student in the BMI program in the Capra Lab. Outside of lab, I love running, making music, hiking, and exploring new spots in San Francisco. Through ASGD, I'm committed to creating an inclusive environment and community spaces among graduate students here at UCSF. Feel free to reach out to me at [email protected]!

Yassine Chouikh

Hello! I'm Yassine, a first year student in the Health Data Science program and an applied ML researcher in the LIN Lab at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital. In my spare time, I produce music, spend a ridiculous amount of money on concert tickets, and like trying new foods around the city. I'm excited for this year with ASGD and can't wait to continue fostering an environment of open communication among our campus community. Feel free to reach me at [email protected]. Cheers!

Community and Campus Liaison - Shannon Li & Anisha Jaiswal

Shannon Li

I'm a graduate student in the Health Data Sciences program. My research interests are in women's health and precision medicine, especially using AI/ML to close diagnostic gaps for underdiagnosed populations. Outside of school, I play soccer and spend a lot of weekends outdoors. I'm excited to serve as Campus Community Liaison this year, so reach out if you have event ideas or want to get your program more plugged into ASGD!

Anisha Jaiswal

Graduate program: AICD3, M.S.

Student Event Coordinators - Alice Dang & Caroline Huang

Alice Dang

Hello everyone! I am a second-year PhD student in the Pharmaceutical Sciences and Pharmacogenomics (PSPG) program, working in the Savic lab on pharmacometrics and quantitative modeling. Before starting the PhD, I completed my PharmD here at UCSF. Outside of lab, you can usually find me at a pilates studio, checking out a new cafe, or cooking up something new in the kitchen! If you have any questions about the programs or anything at all, feel free to reach out at [email protected]!

Caroline Huang

Graduate program: Pharmaceutical Sciences and Pharmacogenomics

Program Representatives - Jessica Jarrett & Jack Fenn

Jessica Jarrett

Jessicca Jarrett is a family nurse practitioner and third-year PhD student in the School of Nursing Health Policy subspecialty. Her research focuses on primary care health services, with interests in primary care workforce, practice organization, and the delivery of high-quality, equitable care. She brings more than 20 years of clinical and healthcare leadership experience to her research.

Jack Fenn

Hey everyone, I am from Chapel Hill, NC and recently graduated from Virginia Tech where I studied Biochemistry. I am the Program Rep for AICD3 so if you have any questions about the program or anything at all, feel free to reach out!