Merilyn Palmer is a Sophomore from Orangeburg, South Carolina. Ms. Palmer majors in
Chemistry and has a concentration in Biochemistry. As a freshman, she demonstrated
her love for science by joining Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society
and becoming the social media coordinator of Geek Chic, an organization designed for
minority students in the STEM field. She is also a member of the National Association
for the Advancement of Colored People. During her summer, Ms. Palmer spent her time
conducting research on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Alzheimer's Disease
at Claflin University. Alongside her passion for science, Ms. Palmer has a passion
for dance which led her to join Winthrop's Royalty Dance Team. Ms. Palmer's diligence
and hard work led her to be selected to the National Society of Leadership and Success.
When Ms. Palmer is not in the library studying or attending organizational meetings
she is hanging out on campus and spending time with friends.
