Ava G. Lee is a dedicated psychology graduate student with a focus on health psychology, currently pursuing her Master of Arts at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Her academic journey has been distinguished by her summa cum laude achievement in her undergraduate studies, majoring in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice. Ava has actively contributed to the field through multiple research roles, including her honors thesis, which investigated factors predicting symptom severity in gastrointestinal disorders among U.S. college students. This project showcased her capabilities in developing research methodologies, performing statistical analysis, and conducting comprehensive literature reviews.In addition to her research pursuits, Ava has held significant roles in the Multicultural Mental Health Equity Initiative and the Interpersonal Coordination and Cognition Lab, where she supported research focused on stigma reduction, access to mental health care, and interpersonal coordination. She also brings experience as a Research Scholar with the OUR Summer Research Scholars Program, where she successfully presented her findings at a research symposium.Beyond academia, Ava demonstrates a strong commitment to community service and mentorship, evidenced by her roles with the Peer Health Exchange Mentoring Program and the Young Black Leadership Alliance, where she actively engages in initiatives aimed at empowering underrepresented youth. Her technical proficiencies in SPSS, Qualtrics, and Microsoft Excel, combined with her leadership and mentoring experience, position her as a versatile and compassionate contributor to the field of health psychology and mental health advocacy. Ava is excited and eager to advance her career and perpetuate positive change in psychology and health-related fields.