![Aaron Ouyang CC’23](https://www.cc-seas.columbia.edu/sites/dsa/files/styles/large/public/ao2764.jpeg?itok=8RdCE2tQ)
Award Recognition
Innovation and Enhancement
Alumni Association Achievement Award
Aaron is a senior in Columbia College majoring in Biology. As the leader of the Podcasts committee in the Columbia Systems Biology Initiative (SBI), he has led undergraduates to interview professors at Columbia about their biological research as a part of the Columbia University Bio Bytes podcast. He also founded the Columbia University BioWorks podcast which interviews individuals involved in life science business, entrepreneurship, policy, and investment. Aside from SBI, Aaron is also involved as a research assistant in the Firestein Lab in the Department of Biology where he investigates the effect of fragrant molecules on serotonin receptors. Outside of biology, Aaron works as the lead coordinator of the Columbia Student Health Outreach Program which operates at local soup kitchens and food pantries to connect clients with benefits like health insurance.
Thank you to the Leadership and Excellence Awards Selection Committee for selecting me to receive the Award for Innovation and Enhancement! I would also like to thank my friends, family, and teachers who have supported me through my time at Columbia.