INDS B.S.: Neuroscience and the Spanish Language
Fall 2025 Capstone
My INDS Degree
In an increasingly interconnected world, merging scientific knowledge with cultural understanding is essential—especially in healthcare, where language barriers can hinder timely and effective care. To address this, I am creating an interdisciplinary degree that combines Neuroscience with Intercultural Communication, with a focus on Spanish. This academic path reflects my commitment to exploring the complexities of the human brain while ensuring that all patients, particularly those from Hispanic communities, feel comfortable seeking timely medical help. By integrating these fields, I am preparing to be a neurosurgeon capable of meeting the challenges of modern medicine while embodying diversity, equity, and effective communication in patient care.
Degree Mentors
Post Graduation Plans
After graduation, my plan is to pursue a Master’s in Medical Science to strengthen my academic foundation and prepare for the rigor of medical school. From there, I intend to matriculate into medical school and ultimately pursue a career in neurosurgery. My INDS degree—integrating Neuroscience, Biological Sciences, and Spanish—has prepared me to approach medicine from both a scientific and cultural perspective. By combining research training in neuroscience with intercultural communication skills, I will be able to contribute to advancing neurological research while also breaking down language barriers in healthcare to provide more equitable and compassionate care.
Courses In My INDS Degree
✅How to Decode the Brain: To gain a robust understanding of neuroscience by specializing in brain function, biochemical processes, and the mechanisms of neurotransmission.
(CHEM 352, 352L, BIOL 303, 430, 445, PSYC 335, 370, 375)
✅Spanish Intercultural Communication: To enhance my Spanish language proficiency and cultural understanding, equipping myself to bridge language barriers in patient care while gaining deeper insights into linguistic structures and their impact on communication.
(SPAN 201, 202, 304, 305, 308, MLL 305, LING 210, PSYC 316)
✅ Insights into Human Behavior: To gain a comprehensive understanding of human behavior and the complexities of mental processes, language, and social interactions through the lens of psychology and social work.
(PSYC 285, 306, 316, SOWK 388)
✅ Individualized Study: To tailor my degree to my interdisciplinary interests, blending science, communication, and practical experiences through these courses.
(INDS 330, 335, 410, 480, 490, SOCY 300)