Krystal currently works as the CHANGE Lab coordinator. She assists with day-to-day administrative tasks and supports ongoing research projects in the lab. She joined the CHANGE Lab in 2024 after completing her undergraduate and graduate education at Northeastern University, where she earned a Master of Public Health. 

Her research interests include integrating public health and psychology to advance health equity among adolescents and young adults. In her free time, she enjoys dancing, listening to music, and exploring new places in Boston. 

Divya is a first year Counseling Psychology Ph.D. student at Northeastern University. Before her doctoral studies, Divya attained her B.A. in Psychology at Boston University and her M.A. in Counseling Psychology at Boston College. Divya is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and facilitated individual and family therapy in community based settings with adolescents from historically underserved identities and communities in Boston. In conjunction with her clinical work, Divya engaged in research aimed at understanding adolescent critical consciousness development, Black men’s experience in group counseling and relationships, and Asian-American women’s experience of racial trauma in the workplace. 

Her broad research interests include BIPOC women's health and wellness, psychosocial impacts of racism, and other social justice/equity topics related to community-based resources and intervention. Divya finds joy in spending time with her family, traveling, and spending time in nature!

Elizabeth is currently working in the CHANGE Lab at Northeastern University as a Health Equity and Technology Co-op. She is a third-year ('26) with a combined major in Behavioral Neuroscience and Philosophy. 

Elizabeth's research interests are in cognitive development and the impact of health and fitness on the cognitive and mental well-being of adolescents. Additionally, she is interested in the use of technology, like artificial intelligence, in the realms of health care, health informatics, and neuroscience. Elizabeth also enjoys being outside, traveling, reading, and trying new restaurants and cafes!

Anthony is currently working in the CHANGE Lab at Northeastern University. He is a second year ('27) with a major in biochemistry and minor in public health and is on the pre-med track. 

Anthony's research interests include understanding how identity and adversity in Latinx communities affect health outcomes and how to develop interventions/resources for underrepresented communities that are affected by health inequities. When Anthony isn't busy with classes or research, he enjoys taking walks and exploring new places in Boston!

Aminata is a 4th year majoring in Political Science minoring in Biology, graduating in 2025.  She is from New York. Her research interest includes understanding the impact of inadequate health care and finding ways to serve disadvantaged communities. Aminata is also interested in understanding cultural health differences as an aspiring physician. In her free time she likes to read and cook.

Diego is a second year ('27) with a major in psychology and minors in Arts and Mindfulness Studies.

Diego's research interests include mental health, particularly among youth and adolescent communities, and the well-being of youth and adolescents in minority and at-risk communities. Outside of classes and research Diego enjoys bouldering at Rock Spot, reading, and crafts.

Cayla is currently working in the CHANGE Lab at Northeastern University as a health equity intern (HEI). Cayla is a fourth year ('25) with a major in health science.

Cayla's research interests include substance misuse as well as how trauma affects pediatric development and behavior and how art/music affects cognitive development and how it can be utilized as a form of rehabilitative medicine and healing. Cayla enjoys photography, fasion, music, and tarot reading. She is also a libra.

Gloria is currently working in the CHANGE Lab at Northeastern University. Gloria is a second year ('27) with a major in health science and is on the pre-med track.

Gloria's research interests include chronic health conditions in minorities as well as exploring substance abuse tendencies in minorities, women, and youth. Gloria also enjoys going to the gym, playing piano, and watching various television series. 

Jade is currently working in the CHANGE Lab at Northeastern University. Jade is a third year ('26) with a major in health science and a minor in human nutrition.

Jade's research interests include a variety of topics including children/adolescents, psychology, as well as movement and nutrition. Jade enjoys reading, going on walks, crocheting, baking, and traveling. 

Jaidene is currently working in the CHANGE Lab at Northeastern University as a Health Equity Intern (HEI). Jaidene is a fourth year ('25) majoring in health sciences and minoring in cultural anthropology. 

Jaidene's research interests include a variety of topics such as substance use and harm reduction as well as racial disparities in women's reproductive health. In her free time, Jaidene enjoys reading science fiction novels and crocheting. 

Mia is currently working in the CHANGE Lab at Northeastern University as a health equity intern (HEI). Mia is a second year ('27) with a major in health sciences and minors in French and public health. 

Mia's research interests include researching HIV prevention and its effects on minoritized communities as well as how race and racism play into the health of different communities and what can be done to ensure equity and equality in those areas. Mia enjoys reading, shopping, and hanging out with friends. 

Vandya is currently working in the CHANGE Lab at Northeastern University as a health equity intern (HEI). Vandya is a fourth year ('25) with a major in health sciences and double minors in Spanish and cell and molecular biology. 

Vandya's research interests include examining disparities and social determinant of care in marginalized populations and understanding how to effectively utilize community-based research interventions in health equity efforts. In her free time, Vandya enjoys reading, swimming, and doing yoga. 

Laila is currently working in the CHANGE Lab at Northeastern University. Laila is a fourth year ('25) with a double major in health science and psychology and a minor in behavioral neuroscience.

Laila's research interests include several topics including mental health in adolescents and young adults, mental illnesses, substance use, and health disparities. Laila enjoys working out, listening to music, and trying new restaurants in her free time.