She/They
rvilla2@uw.edu
Year Entered: 2023
Hometown: El Monte, California
Prior Degree and Institution: Grinnell College BA Biology and BA Anthropology; the University of Iowa MPH in Epidemiology

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Sexually transmitted infections, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, antimicrobial resistance, microbial interactions, cell and animal models for oropharyngeal and cervical gonorrhea.

OTHER INFORMATION

An advocate and student mentor for empowering first-generation/low-income students pursuing higher education.