WHO WE ARE
Experiencing many challenges while exploring the field of medicine, Freddy and Tenzin strive to eliminate the obstacles they faced to ensure that others are able to express their interests in a safe, inclusive, and uplifting environment. Freddy and Tenzin believe that exposure allows students to gain a better understanding of a multifaceted profession as such and hope students are able to explore the variety of fields that are waiting for them
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Get to Know Us
TENZIN KUNSANG
Co-Founder
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Hi there! My name is Tenzin and I'm a junior at Jones College Prep. Growing up with immigrant parents, I was never immersed in enrichment opportunities like my counterparts. Under these circumstances, I heavily relied on the very few mentors from the Tibetan community in Chicago as well as the internet; however, ever since I could remember, I have always been fascinated about science, more specifically the field of medicine. That’s part of the reason why I participate in Science Olympiad, an after school program where students study and prepare for events in competitions. It’s also the reason why I lead STEM activities with the youth at a local Boys and Girls Club every week. This is the same reason why my partner and I started Minorities In Medicine: to empower the minority youth in Chicago to explore the medical field and all it has to offer them. In my free time, I like to eat at new, eclectic restaurants around Chicago and binge watch Grey's Anatomy and The Morning Show.
FREDDY RODRIGUEZ
Co-Founder
Pronouns: he/him/his
Hello, my name is Freddy Rodriguez and I'm currently a Junior at Jones College Prep. I was born and raised in Chicago. For as long as I can remember, I've always wanted to become a doctor. One of the main reasons is due to the health disparities I witnessed growing up in Pilsen, a predominately Latino community. Latinos often stigmatize doctors and hospitals as a negative thing and I want to change this by becoming a doctor who was raised with similar views and struggles. Becoming a doctor is not an easy task, especially when you're a first-generation student with immigrant parents which is why Tenzin and I started Minorities In Medicine. We both want to help other minorities succeed. While in school, I'm secretary of Minority Leaders of Impact, which is a club that helps black and brown communities succeed through outreach, sharing opportunities, volunteering and much more. I'm also secretary of BrigeTutoring, Chicago's largest student lead non-profit which not only provides free tutoring for low-income students but also a mentor.