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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Thu Nguyen
Co-Executive Director
University of California, San Diego
Graduating Class of 2022
Career Goal: Pharmacist
Why is MEMO important to you?
In short, M.E.M.O. has given me an outlet to serve local communities and the underserved in Vietnam as well as given me a supportive and kind community. I immigrated from Vietnam to the U.S at the age of 6. During my childhood, I have noticed the healthcare disparity between the two countries, and this has sparked my passion to the mission of making healthcare accessible everyone, especially in my home country, Vietnam. Fast forward to college, M.E.M.O. provided me numerous opportunities to aid my local communities through various service events. This has prompted me to pursue various positions in M.E.M.O. in order to give back to my communities and people who are underserved. In addition, M.E.M.O. has become a second home at UCSD as I got to work alongside and build connections with compassion individuals. I built countless fond MEMOries including prepping meals for our local houseless population, and constant laughters at our recurring Study Jams. M.E.M.O.creates a unique atmosphere and safe space where everyone is comfortable, kind, supportive of each other. This organization will always hold a special place in my heart.
Katherine Tang
Co-Executive Director
University of California, San Diego
Graduating Class of 2022
Career Goal: Pediatrician
Why is MEMO important to you?
As cliche as it sounds, MEMO has truly been like my second family and my home away from home. I still vividly remember attending my first general body meeting back in my second year of college and feeling touched and blown away by the mission trip video that played. Ever since I was young, I've dreamed of being able to create positive change and give back to the community. Joining MEMO empowered me to actively pursue that dream and make it a reality. Despite how daunting it was to do things like organizing a health fair or attending a new service event for the first time, these experiences helped me see how much I can do for others and fueled my passion for increasing access to health and health education in sustainable ways. Without MEMO, I am not sure if I would have been able to realize my desire to become a patient advocate and educator as early as I did. Not only has MEMO given me countless opportunities to actively give back to the community in ways that I didn't realize I could be capable of, but it has also given me an amazing and supportive community. This organization is filled to the brim with the kindest, most uplifting, passionate, and inspiring people I've had the pleasure of meeting! When I first joined, I was afraid of putting myself out there a lot because I tend to be pretty shy, but there were always people who would happily approach me during events just to chat. MEMO gave me a safe space where I felt a sense of belonging and that I could be myself. I honestly cannot picture my life without MEMO, and I wouldn't have it any other way!
Kristy Le
Administrative Director
University of California, San Diego
Graduating Class of 2022
Career Goal: Registered Nurse
Why is MEMO important to you?
As many may agree, MEMO helped me grow in ways I never would have imagined for myself. I initially joined MEMO upon hearing of opportunities such as the annual Mission Trip to Vietnam. However, right off the bat, in my very first general body meeting, I was greeted with such genuine and welcoming arms. As I met and interacted with more members, I truly came to love MEMO more and more. With so many passionate, and like-minded individuals, I came to not just find a community. I found friends. Each and every new member I meet in MEMO, I always find myself inspired and motivated to grow. Eventually, I was able to go on the first mission trip after years since the COVID-19 pandemic, and from there, I came to confirm my love for MEMO. Our mission to provide medical and education services to underserved communities truly touched my heart. Now, I hope to be a part of this organization by becoming a part of the Board of Directors as the Administrative Director.
Yunsun Eoh
External Relations Coordinator
University of Southern California
Graduating Class of 2023
Career Goal: Physician-Scientist
Why is MEMO important to you?
MEMO has given me the best experiences and allowed to develop professionally during my undergraduate years at USC. As a freshman, I became a founding member of the USC chapter, which was daunting and confusing at first. However, from the day I was tasked to create the website to now, as I contribute to planning our annual Gala to raise funds for our mission trip to Vietnam, I have learned what it means to work as a team, responsibility, and communication. Through this process, however, I’ve met the best community of MEMObers who are the most hardworking and sweet people I’ve ever seen. I’ve had the privilege of calling these people my friends, my mentors, and my colleagues throughout my years. Being able to set up health fairs for the underprivileged and witness the impact MEMO has on providing scholarships for children in rural Vietnam, I am amazed and proud of our organization. Through MEMO, I have found my friends and family who have supported me and has shown me wonderful ways to give back to the community. I am excited to see what great things we can accomplish this year and I hope to create this space for our future MEMObers.
Selena Nguyen
Financial Director
University of California, Irvine
Graduating Class of 2023
Career Goal: Dentist
Why is MEMO important to you?
MEMO holds an incredibly special place in my heart. It's not just any organization; it's a community that has provided me with unparalleled support, genuine friendships, and transformative growth. From the countless late-night to early-morning conversations to the exhilarating events we've put together, MEMO has truly become a second home for me. It's within MEMO that I've finely tuned my leadership skills, unearthed my deep-seated passion for pre-health and community service, both locally and internationally, and woven memories that will undoubtedly stand the test of time.
Hayley Tran
Co-Sponsorship Coordinator
University of California, Irvine
Graduating Class of 2023
Career Goal: Dentist
Why is MEMO important to you?
Being a transfer student from out of state, it was not easy adjusting to the new living environment. However, MEMO was the place that helped me build many new and meaningful connections during this chapter of life. MEMO was warm and welcoming to everyone. By offering diverse services and events, MEMO allowed me to explore my potential beyond the academic setting. For example, I never thought I would be able to trust myself enough to speak and help lead an event with many guests, until our 2023 Open Our Heart Gala. At the same time, all MEMO’s events are opportunities for us to give back to the community! Throughout all services, I was always surrounded by MEMObers who have opened my eyes and inspired me to grow out of my comfort zone professionally and personally. It’s not an understatement to say MEMO was the highlight of my undergraduate years and will always be held close to my heart!
Kelsey Lam
Co-Sponsorship Coordinator
University of Southern California
Graduating Class of 2023
Career Goal: Physician
Why is MEMO important to you?
I joined MEMO when it first became an organization at USC, and quickly found myself within a second family; since USC's chapter began during the COVID pandemic, I looked forward to MEMO GMs because of the people, whom have become lifelong friends over the span of my undergraduate experience. Having the opportunity to later volunteer at the OC Tet Festival and attend the 14G Mission Trip built my passion for the communities we serve, and I've grown significantly in every aspect of life. MEMO also played a significant role in solidifying my passion for healthcare and medicine, and now I feel that I can see my future goals more clearly. I love this organization, and I want nothing but to facilitate the same safe, passionate, inspiring, and welcoming environment for every current and future MEMOber.
Meagan Luong
Co-Projects Development Director
University of California, Irvine
Graduating Class of 2023
Career Goal: Physician Assistant
Why is MEMO important to you?
MEMO is my second family and it’s a super welcoming family of like minded individuals that have the same passion and goal to serve the underserved community in SoCal and in Vietnam. MEMO has thought me so many life lessons about hard work, leadership, service, community and support. MEMO had largely shaped my undergrad experience at UCI and I am always thankful to have my MEMO family supporting me <3
Elaine Tran
Co-Projects Development Director
University of California, Irvine
Graduating Class of 2023
Career Goal: Physician Assistant
Why is MEMO important to you?
MEMO is a group of driven, hardworking, and kind people who work towards addressing the underserved's medical and educational needs. MEMO is a community where we share our goals, passions, and build meaningful relationships that we can carry with us for a lifetime. It's an org that I grew up with and will forever have a profound and positive impact on me.
2023-2024
CHAPTER BOARDS
UCSD BOARD
President: Jules Hoang
Vice President: Justin Hashemi
Co-Outreach Chairs: Vanessa Thai & Marianne Aquino
Co-Fundraising Chairs: Miranda (Mira) Kreal & Shierica Veloria
Co-Social Chairs: Michelle Pham & Jordan Nguyen
Sponsorship Chair: Jeffrey Nguyen
Service Chair: Brina Nguyen
Publicity Chair: Clara Bey
Secretary: Mason Lew
USC BOARD
Co-Presidents:
Hallie Yong & Michidmaa (Michi) Batzorigt
Co-Public Relations & Social Chairs: Ethan Lam & Frances Untalan
Finance Chair: Brandon Do
Co-Sponsorship Chairs:
Charles Hoang & Michael Chen
Outreach Chair: Mathew Wong
External Relations: Henry Le
Administrative Chair: Justin Leung
FOUNDERS
LONG-CO NGUYEN, M.D.
DUY DO NGUYEN, M.D.
KIM HUE NGUYEN, PH.D.
AU-CO NGUYEN, D.O.
EXECUTIVE ADVISOR
TIMOTHY BUI, D.D.S.
EXECUTIVE ADVISORS
THOMAS TRI QUACH, M.D.
JENNY LEE, D.D.S.
THAO HOANG D.O.
TRANG KYRA NGUYEN D.D.S.
TIANA THANH NGUYEN, D.D.S.
LOC DO D.D.S.