Alexander Sheena
TULANE
Hey I’m Alex! I’m studying Finance and Neuroscience at Tulane, and when I heard about Heart4Heart I knew I had to start a chapter at Tulane. Congenital heart disease doesn’t get enough attention, and the preventative surgeries are actually relatively inexpensive. Heart4Heart does a great job of providing donors with a specific project that they can see their money going towards, which I think is an important, and yet generally lacking feature of a lot of charities. Also, since the surgeries aren’t the most expensive it’s really gratifying to be able to see the tangible impact we are having on these children’s lives. I’m very excited to spread awareness about CHD and fundraise for these surgeries.
TULANE
Sam Lipman
Hi! My name is Samuel Lipman and I am a Senior studying Neuroscience and Political Science at Tulane University. I am from New York City and enjoy snowboarding and playing soccer and basketball. I was VP of communications for the Science and Engineering school and conducted 2 years of research in neurobiology with a focus in learning and memory. I was raised with a deep understanding that there are people less fortunate than me. That is why I am committed to helping raise money and perform community service for those who need help. I joined H4H because i have always had an interest in the healthcare field and believe that I could make a difference to help a child get CHD surgery. I am excited to be one of the leaders of my Chapter and am committed to making a difference to positively impact children around the world.
Henry Adams
TULANE
Hey, my name is Henry Adams and I’m currently in my fourth year at Tulane University studying Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. I grew up in Kansas City Missouri and have always loved art. For the most part I draw and make ceramic works, but I enjoy all art forms. I joined Heart4Heart because I wanted to give children in need a chance at all of the wonderful opportunities I had as a kid. Being able to say that I am responsible for helping to save a life means the world to me.
Liz Byrom
TULANE
Hi my name is Liz Byrom. I'm a marketing and management major at Tulane University from Evanston, Illinois. In my spare time I like to listen to music, cook, hang out with friends, and watch the Chicago Blackhawks. I joined Heart 4 Heart because I knew it would be a rewarding experience. The opportunity to put a smile on a child's face was one I could not turn down. I'm honored to be able to raise awareness and plan events and that will have a profound impact on the lives of these children.
Alyssa Tsang
TULANE
Hello! My name is Alyssa and I am currently a junior, studying finance and marketing at Tulane University. I grew up in Lexington, Massachusetts, but I love the vibrant nature of New Orleans. Aside from studying, I spend my time dancing, writing, and riding my bike. Having a background in tutoring grade-school students, and coaching track & field at a boys’ and girls’ club, I enjoy working with children and making them smile. As cliché as it sounds, by joining Heart 4 Heart, I can both support a truly inspiring cause and have the power to make a difference in people's lives.
Daniel Stagliano
TULANE
Hey everybody! My name is Danny Stagliano and I am a sophomore marketing and digital media production major at Tulane University. I’ve always loved sports, but my favorites have always been soccer, football, and boxing. I was the president of my high school’s Red Cross Club in my hometown of Ithaca, New York, so I have always felt a connection to helping people in need. I joined H4H club because CHD surgery is so inexpensive, yet so impactful on a child’s life. I am ready to help H4H be proactive in 2016-17 and make an impact on the lives of young children.
Tomas Salter-Cid
TULANE
Hey! I’m Tomas Salter-Cid and I am a junior at Tulane studying Neuroscience and Public Health. I’m from West Windsor, New Jersey, but also spent a lot of my life in San Diego. I love playing lacrosse and pick-up sports, and exploring the wonderful range of cuisine in New Orleans. I also love to fish and surfing with friends. I joined Heart 4 Heart because I was a part of Kids for Kids back home and I truly loved my experience working with children, and wanted to continue it in some way.
Avery Kravitz
TULANE
Hey, I’m Avery! I am a sophomore studying Environmental Biology at Tulane University. I grew up in White River Junction, Vermont where I loved to ski, play saxophone, and play soccer. A big part of the reason why I joined Heart4Heart was the knowledge that we as an organization could provide genuine help for children who truly need it. The surgeries that we provide to children with CHD have a huge impact on their lives and that is something I think is really special.
Adam Mansfield
TULANE
Hi, my name is Adam and I am a pre-med student studying psychology at Tulane University. I was born and raised in New York City and have always enjoyed playing recreational sports, such as intramural basketball and football with my friends, and working in labs around campus. Heart 4 Heart called out to me as an organization that I truly wanted to be part of. To be part of an organization that shows countless positive results for children in need is an honor. Our team at Tulane is dedicated to provide the best attention and work ethic to get the ball rolling on treating and providing awareness for congenital heart defects.
Matt McKeever
TULANE
Hey! My name is Matt McKeever and I am a Senior at Tulane University studying Finance. I was born and raised in Greenwich, Connecticut and have always had a love for tennis, snowboarding and chorus. As soon as I heard about Heart 4 Heart, I knew I had to get involved. I love how we get to know the kids we are raising money for and are able to make such a profound impact on their lives. There’s no better feeling than knowing that you’ve helped to change a child’s life, and give them a new sense of hope.
Brian Birt
TULANE
My name is Brian Birt, I am currently a junior at Tulane studying finance and management. I came to New Orleans from my hometown of Davis, California. Some of my hobbies include playing sports, writing poetry, collecting stamps, and public service! I have always had a love for public service, and actually received the one of the public service scholarships to attend Tulane. I am extremely excited about Heart4Heart and its potential to do great things for the communities we work in.
Bri Cohen
TULANE
Hi, I'm Briana! I am a senior studying Finance and Entrepreneurial Management at Tulane University. When I was growing up in Baltimore, Maryland, my favorite activities were biking, skiing, and playing tennis with my family and friends. I have always been passionate about helping others embrace happy and healthy lives. I joined Heart4Heart to help kids with CHD get the financial support for life-saving surgeries and allow these kids to discover activities that they love. I am excited to see this organization grow and have a positive impact on those that it serves.
Sophie Levy
TULANE
My name’s Sophie and I’m a sophomore in Tulane’s business school with a plan to double major in Marketing and Management. I grew up and went to school in Norfolk, Virginia, where I enjoyed being active in my community and helping others. When I heard about Heart4Heart, I knew it was something that I wanted to be a part of. This club is able to provide such an amazing gift to children with CHD, and I cannot wait to make it as impactful as possible.
Hudson Diaz
TULANE
Hello everybody! My name’s Hudson and I’m a junior at Tulane University majoring in English from Redding, Connecticut. My hobbies include spending times outdoors, reading, and playing basketball. I have always valued the importance of helping others live healthy and full lives. Heart4Heart offers the tremendous opportunity to effectively provide much needed assistance to children in need. It is fantastic to be able to part of an organization in which you can truly see the impact you are making. Heart4Heart is an easy way to make this world a better place and I am excited help spread this organization’s message.
Adam Levy
TULANE
Hi! I’m Adam, a senior here at Tulane studying Biomedical Engineering. I’m from Los Angeles, California where i grew up playing tennis, reading, swimming and generally trying to get the most out of my day. Heart4Heart gives kids the chance to do the same. I hope to use my degree to help people by working on prosthetics, so when I heard of Heart4Heart and how easy it could be for me to trade some of my time for the chance to help save a child’s life, I had to do my part.
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Jamie Roeske
Co-founder and President
Mobina Jamali
VP Events
Hey there! My name is Jamie Roeske and I am the co-founder and president of Heart 4 Heart UofC! This will be our second year as a chapter at the University of Calgary and my second year as president! I am entering the third year of my Bachelor of Science - Honors in Neuroscience degree and am currently in the process of applying to medical school for the first time! If im not holed up in my condo studying, I can usually be found volunteering in the Neonatal Follow-Up Clinic at the Alberta Children’s Hospital, conducting respiration-related research at the Hotchkiss Brain institute or recording audiobooks for a variety of genres. Being deeply passionate about pediatric healthcare, I decided to create Heart 4 Heart UofC to give both myself and the rest of the UofC student body the ability learn about the #1 birth defect in the world: congenital heart disease. Our first year as a club had a fantastic start but was unfortunately cut short due to COVID-19. We are ready to adapt to the challenges that we will face this coming year and continue to accelerate the Heart 4 Heart mission.
Hi everyone! My name is Mobina and I'm a third year Neuroscience student, minoring in Physics at the University of Calgary. During my childhood, my mother who was a teacher in a small town in my home country, Iran, always used to tell me stories about her students who had to work hard as a kid to financially support their families or children who were suffering from some disorders but their families were not able to support them financially. I could never understand why these angels, anywhere in the world, had to have this path in their lives but I always wanted to get involved and help them. Heart4Heart is one of the best places for this purpose. One of my biggest dreams is to figure out the intersection of space and time and its perception. In my spare time, I love reading poetries and playing the piano. This year, I'm proud to be the VP Events at H4H and I'm looking forward to contribute my energy for the mission of our team and help to rise funds and awareness for children's lifesaving surgeries.
Thanusha Veera
VP Events
Andra Bacanu
VP External
Hi everyone! My name is Thanusha. This is my first year with Heart 4 Heart and I am the VP of events. I’m in my second year at the Schulich School of Engineering, majoring in electrical engineering and minoring in biomedical engineering. I’m originally from Montreal, QC and some fun facts about me: I like baking, spending time with friends, and jamming out to music. I love working with kids, and I’m happy to have an opportunity to make a difference in a child’s life and support them in whatever way I can.
Hello there! My name is Andra Bacanu and I am very excited to join the UofC Heart 4 Heart team as this year’s VP External! I am currently working on completing my Bachelor of Science degree, majoring in Cellular Molecular and Microbial Biology and minoring in Anthropology. The last few years of my life have mostly consisted of volunteering in the community, whether that is through health care facilities, multicultural organizations or university clubs. Meeting new people and hearing about their individual life stories is so inspiring to me, and I truly believe that to be one of the reasons why I aspire to be a physician. Of course not all stories we hear are positive, but having the opportunity to help in any way possible, the way we do through Heart 4 Heart, is what makes this organization so special. I am so excited for what I know will be a successful year alongside our dedicated team! Cheers :)
President of Montreal Chapter
Lena Le
VP Finance
Hello! My name is Lena and I’m a second year undergraduate student at the Schulich School of Engineering, I’m currently majoring in Chemical Engineering and minoring in Biomedical Engineering. Outside of school, I like to bake bread and plant as many flowers as I possibly can. Additionally, I am currently a general member of UCalgary Rotaract, a club with a goal to help others in the community as well as others who are in need globally. I am super excited to be a part of UCalgary Heart4Heart this year as a VP Finance member. The reason why I wanted to join Heart4Heart is because I want to help families who are unable to receive the same health treatments that Canadians are receiving here in Canada. I look forward to being a part of Heart4Heart and working with other like minded members helping others who are in need.
Mariam Basheer
VP Communications
Hello there! My name is Mariam Basheer, I am a second-year nursing student, and I am very excited to be part of the Heart4Heart team this year as VP communications! Being very passionate about pediatric health and advocating for equitable access to healthcare, joining Heart4Heart is the perfect opportunity for me to contribute to this pressing issue. In Canada, we are very fortunate and privileged to have free high-quality universal healthcare. Unfortunately, this is not the case in most developing countries where they lack basic life necessities and access to affordable, acceptable quality healthcare. I am thrilled to join the Heart4Heart initiative to promote equitable access to healthcare, specifically urgent congenital heart surgeries for young children in developing countries. As VP communications, I am looking forward to merging my interest in social media and my passion for medicine and healthcare to raise awareness and advocate for these little children who deserve a chance to live a happy, healthy, and fulfilling life. When I am not studying or working on assignments, you can find me volunteering in the community, learning new languages, reading, or spending time with family and friends.