ALY MURRAY

Alysa Liu is a name that rings a bell in the world of figure skating. She's not just known for her impressive skills on the ice but also for her unique background. Born and raised in California, she's a proud American who has made her mark on the international stage. Her story is one of diversity.

Alyssa Tapley was just 13 when doctors told her she had a rare form of leukemia and that they had run out of treatment options. But a breakthrough in gene editing, funded by federal grants, saved her life. Today, at 16, she is cancer-free. This success story highlights the importance of university r