Hi, I'm Taryn! I'm a junior at Stanford studying bioengineering and computer science. I'm interested in attending graduate school and diving into the medtech industry down the road. I've had the chance to work in several research labs across both the School of Engineering and School of Medicine. Next summer, I'll be diving into management consulting. I love playing pickleball​/​tennis​/​squash and going on adventures outside of campus to froyo, food, and hikes.

Hometown

Seattle, Washington

Major(s)

Bioengineering, Computer Science

Clubs, organizations & involvement

Stanford Blyth Fund, Stanford Students in Biodesign, Stanford Housing Equity Project, Stanford Journal of Public Health, School of Medicine Medical AI and Computer Vision Lab, Soh Biosensing Lab, Yan Biophysics Lab

Describe your college experience

My transition to Stanford was both exciting and a bit overwhelming at first. Going from a familiar environment to being surrounded by so many driven, accomplished people took some adjustment. But that same energy quickly became what I love most about being here. Stanford has an incredible culture of innovation and drive. The people here are always doing amazing things and opening your eyes to new opportunities you hadn't even considered. Whether it's a classmate building a startup on the side, a professor sharing groundbreaking research, or an outside speaker challenging the way you think, there's a constant sense that big ideas are within reach. Meeting new people has been one of the most valuable parts of my experience so far. From fellow students, professors, researchers, and guest speakers, everyone here has pushed me to think bigger and get more comfortable putting myself out there.

Tip for future students

It's going to feel overwhelming in those first few months but go out and do things that you're nervous about (try a new class, get lunch with new people, go to speaker talks, join clubs)

Favorite class

Medical Device Innovation, taught by an Stanford GSB alum who worked as an engineer in several medtech startups and in VC. Brought in many different speakers from many perspectives including people at the FDA, inventors, investors, and engineers.

Career goals

Consutling​/​medical school​/​medtech

Ideal way to spend a free night

Playing tennis or pickleball with friends, then heading out for froyo afterward

High school or secondary school

Deerfield Academy

Favorite spot on campus

Engineering quad. It has a Coupa Cafe for snacks, lots of cool buildings to study in, and the best outdoor spaces for hanging out.