Dr. Ziba’s journey from community college to UCLA, Yale, and UPenn shaped her commitment to building inclusive pathways in STEM and healthcare education. In this Meet the Mentors interview, she reflects on the power of mentorship, belonging, and supporting underrepresented students as they navigate research, graduate school, and advanced careers in the sciences.

Dr. Taylor, MD, MHS, brings a wealth of experience in medical education, public health research, and curriculum development to her mentorship at Another Degree. From first‑generation student to medical doctor and fellowships at Harvard and Yale, she now supports mentees with medical school admissions, residency applications, graduate programs, research, and career coaching, emphasizing resilience, presence, and equity in education.