The Department of Microbiology and Immunology celebrated its annual Honors Symposium on Monday, May 4, 2026, in the Seebohm Conference Room (283 EMRB). The event highlighted the accomplishments of graduating seniors earning Honors in Microbiology and Immunology, who proudly shared results from their original research completed under the guidance of faculty mentors.

Top row (left to right)
Ty Betts (Butler Lab)
Grace Gutzman (Wilson Lab)
Beck Fitzpatrick (Wu Lab)
Grace Schroeder (Gebhardt Lab)
Bottom row (left to right)
Allie Stolte (Maury Lab)
Libby Nyberg (Tucker Lab)
McKinley Sanders (Stapleton Lab)
Madeline Broghammer (Haim Lab)

About the Honors Program

The Honors in in the Major recognizes exceptional undergraduates who pursue advanced, research‑focused study alongside departmental faculty. Through sustained laboratory research, a written honors thesis, and a formal oral presentation, students demonstrate academic excellence and a strong commitment to scientific inquiry within the Carver College of Medicine.