My Story

PROBLEM SOLVER

Written by University of Nebraska at Omaha | May 8, 2022 1:00:00 PM

LAVANYA UPPALA

COLLEGE OF INFORMATION SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Bioinformatics, Biology, Computer Science, Chemistry, and Medical Humanities

We never know what we are capable of as people until we take advantage of opportunities to explore.

Lavanya Uppala took advantage of every opportunity to solve problems and explore professional horizons in the health field, which set her on a path to becoming a doctor.

“I love the incredible community that UNO fosters; I have been successful only due to the fantastic support of my mentors and peers,” she said. “With all the connections that the university links you to in Omaha, there is no shortage of finding opportunities to take advantage of that both interest you and help you become a leader and global citizen."