Name: Aida Jemal
Hometown: Bloomington, Minnesota
Program/Year: MD, M1
Education: Graduated from Augustana College with a double major in pre-medicine and biochemistry.
Hobbies: Biking, swimming, nature photography and playing billiards.
What I do to stay balanced: I tentatively plan my activities ahead of time to ensure that I have time for both school activities and my personal life. Depending on the week, the ratio of time spent on mental/physical wellness and time spent on school can differ. Still, even on busy weeks, I make sure not to sacrifice sleep and exercise because they help my brain/body be at its optimal power and efficiency.
Three things people may not know about me:
- I have never broken any bones.
- I am trained in horseback riding.
- I grew up in Ethiopia speaking another language.