Humzah is a third-year student majoring in Mining Engineering with a minor in Information Systems. Born and raised in South Jordan, Utah, he has always aspired to attend the University of Utah. Throughout his time at the university, Humzah has been an active member of the campus community, serving on the First-Year Ambassador Board for the Union Programming Council and the Student Alumni Board. He also contributed to the growth and development of a start-up at Lassonde Studios. Passionate about community engagement, Humzah, as a lead Presidential Intern, aims to help fellow interns pursue projects they are passionate about, providing them with a platform for success. In his free time, he enjoys playing golf, honing his chess skills, spending time outdoors, and creating lasting memories with friends and family.

Brendan Tsang is a senior double majoring in Operations and Supply Chain and Information Systems. Born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah, he is a first-generation college student and a recipient of the First Ascent Scholarship. Brendan currently serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Business Student Government and is an active member of the Student Alumni Board. He has also completed an internship at Walmart. Brendan is excited and grateful for the opportunity to lead this year's Presidential Intern cohort as he learns more about expanding access to higher education. In his free time, he enjoys playing basketball, trying out for the University of Utah esports team, socializing with friends, and training for a marathon.

Nehal is a fourth-year student double majoring in Biology and Health, Society, and Policy. Born and raised in Provo, Utah, she is excited to serve as a Presidential Intern this year and looks forward to applying her interdisciplinary background while deepening her understanding of higher education institutions. Nehal hopes to promote an inclusive and supportive environment for students and to advocate for greater accessibility in STEM fields. Her campus involvement includes serving as a student leader in the Honors College, contributing to research projects in the School of Medicine and the College of Science, and working as a teaching assistant and peer mentor to foster community and support students in their academic and personal growth. In her free time, Nehal enjoys playing tennis, hiking, and spending time with family and friends.

Celine is a third-year student double majoring in Sociology and Gender Studies. Since starting at the University of Utah, she has become aware that students across the nation experience sexual violence at alarmingly high rates, posing a significant barrier to completing higher education. In response, Celine has been actively involved in both research and community initiatives addressing sexual violence, including serving as the Alternative Breaks Site Leader for Sex and Healthy Relationships. She is deeply passionate about community and service work, believing that uplifting communities from within fosters unity and justice. Celine considers the U’s Bennion Center her second home and hopes to inspire more students to engage in community service and outreach.

Januel is a senior majoring in Quantitative Analysis of Markets & Organizations (QAMO), with an emphasis in Finance. Born in Puerto Rico, he moved to Utah as a child for the University of Utah's clinical research on his disability, Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Januel is passionate about healthcare, community service, and helping others. In addition to being a Presidential Intern, he leads the Business in Health Club to support future health leaders, serves as the Supreme Court Chief Justice for ASUU, and volunteers at Primary Children's Hospital. In his free time, he assists the World Dunk Association in efforts to include the sport of dunking in the Olympics and works with the TRAILS program to get Tetraskiing into the Paralympics. Januel is also an avid fan of the Utah Jazz and Utah Football and considers himself an Oreo milkshake connoisseur. As a Presidential Intern, he is excited to learn more about the inner workings of the university he calls home and to become a stronger leader in the community.

Will is a first-generation student pursuing a degree in Architectural Science. Born in Ngara, Tanzania, he moved to the United States in 2007. Will has developed a strong interest in the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation and has completed internships at Intermountain Healthcare and Ezra Lee Design+Build. As a Utah Jazz and One Refugee Scholar, he advocates for higher education and believes it should be a top priority at the University of Utah. Will hopes to leverage his passion for education to make a meaningful impact in his community. Through this internship, he aspires to learn more about the university's structure and to apply the valuable skills he gains along the way. In his free time, Will enjoys meeting new people and spending time outdoors with friends and family.

Lucas is a senior majoring in Quantitative Analysis of Markets & Organizations (QAMO) with a minor in Advanced Financial Analysis. Originally from Park City, UT, Lucas is grateful to attend school close to home. He enjoys spending time outdoors, especially skiing and hiking, and he cherishes Sunday night family dinners. Lucas has been involved with several organizations both on and off campus, including Goldman Sachs, EPIC Ventures, EDCUtah, and Goff Explorers/Trailblazers. His interest in higher education grew from his experience as a transfer student. Lucas hopes to learn more about the student experience and how he can contribute to leaving the University a better place.

​Ethan is a third-year student eager to continue his studies at the University of Utah after graduating with high honors from Salt Lake Community College. He is currently pursuing an honors degree in Physics with an emphasis on Astronomy and Astrophysics. Hailing from South Jordan, Ethan is committed to supporting the mental health and well-being of his community. He is honored to serve as a Presidential Intern, where he hopes to make a positive impact on his peers. Outside of academics, Ethan enjoys a wide range of activities, including hiking, off-roading, competitive gaming, playing guitar, and hosting tabletop role-playing games for his friends.

Emma is a third-year student studying Strategic Communication. Originally from Cedar City, Utah, she is always seeking new ways to get involved on campus and in the Salt Lake community. Emma is active in various clubs and organizations, including serving as a marketing assistant for U of U housing, leading as a Resident Coach, and participating in TRIO, the U of U climbing team, and Humanities Recognized Student Government. She looks forward to representing, advocating for, and learning about higher education, with a focus on making it more accessible to all students. Through the Presidential Internship, Emma hopes to gain insight into how the University addresses conflict and the strategies used when facing adversity. In her free time, she enjoys crocheting, hammocking, and attending sporting events.

Anna is a third-year Honors student double majoring in Economics and Religious Studies. Growing up in a rural town in Montana instilled in her a deep appreciation for community involvement and leadership. At the University of Utah, her work with the Hinckley Institute of Politics took her to Washington, D.C., where she interned for Congressman Blake Moore, and later to the Huntsman Cancer Institute, where she served as a policy intern. These experiences ignited her passion for policy work and public service. Anna currently serves as the chair of ASUU’s Legislative Assembly and is a student ambassador for the Hinckley Institute of Politics. As a Presidential Intern, she is particularly focused on how strong policy and effective administration can uplift marginalized and underserved communities. After graduation, Anna plans to attend law school and pursue a career dedicated to public service, policy, and advocacy. In her free time, she enjoys baking, hiking, and staying active—she even holds a national powerlifting record in the Women’s AAPF Bench Press.

Jesus is a fourth year student studying Operations and Supply Chain with a minor in Information Systems. He was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah from a family of Mexican descent. Jesus has always had the desire of coming to the University of Utah and being a role model for the underrepresented community with hopes to give back. Jesus has been involved with the David Eccles School of Business as an ambassador and as a recruitment intern. He is also a part of the First Ascent Scholars program and is one of their cohort representatives. Jesus hopes to gain knowledge of how to be able to help the underrepresented student population. In his free time he enjoys playing basketball and exploring different parts of the state.

Michael is a fourth-year student double majoring in Data Science and Quantitative Analysis of Markets & Organizations (QAMO). Born and raised in Salt Lake City, he always planned to attend Utah’s flagship university. Throughout his time at the U, Michael has volunteered as the leader of the Blue Tie Gala, supporting the Salt Lake Rape Recovery Center, and currently serves as the Strategy and Outreach Director for ADTHING, the University’s student-run agency. He continues to advance assault prevention efforts on college campuses by collaborating with the College of Education on research examining the statistical link between assault risk factors and vulnerabilities among female college students. His work will be published later this year in the Journal of American College Health. Michael envisions a future in behavioral economics and public policy, and he hopes to use this internship to learn how university programs create and nurture a safe and inclusive learning environment for students. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, trail running, spending time with friends, helping at his family’s bakery, and documenting it all.