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EDITOR IN CHIEF

Brina A. Patel

Hello! My name is Brina, and I am a third-year student majoring in Biology and Rhetoric and Writing. I joined the Natural Science Council and Catalyst in Fall 2024 and currently serve as Editor-in-Chief! When I’m not writing, I am currently earning my yoga teacher certification, running a small essay-editing business, and I love to attend concerts!

Contact: nsc.cat@cns.utexas.edu

Staff Writer

Haset Mekuria

Hi! My name is Haset Mekuria, and I am a second-year Biology and Humanities major. I joined NSC in Spring 2026. This is my second semester on CAT! Outside of NSC, I enjoy reading, watching movies, and trying out new places to eat! 

Staff Writer

Sravya Gullapalli

Hi there! My name is Sravya, and I am a senior Biology major with a minor in Health Communications and Spanish for Health Professions Certificate. This is my first semester in Catalyst, so I’m super excited to explore creative writing. Outside of NSC, I’ll be illustrating whether painting or digital art, hoarding cute stationary, and playing Mario Kart!